To shave or not to shave?
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To shave or not to shave?
So is shaving your legs an 'air-resistance' thing, or an injury prevention thing?
I'm failry new to cycling, and haven't taken the plunge yet. I have heard both points of view and want to get more opinions.
Thanks!
I'm failry new to cycling, and haven't taken the plunge yet. I have heard both points of view and want to get more opinions.
Thanks!
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for getting a massage and cleaning out wounds and making bike shorts more comfy...thats about it! lol
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Here are a few old threads to check.
https://www.bikeforums.net/showthread...hlight=shaving
https://www.bikeforums.net/showthread...hlight=shaving
https://www.bikeforums.net/showthread...hlight=shaving
https://www.bikeforums.net/showthread...hlight=shaving
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The Lord is merciful and gracious, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love. - Psalm 103:8
I am a cyclist. I am not the fastest or the fittest. But I will get to where I'm going with a smile on my face.