Ok, after having not shaved (except for some hedge trimming here and there for looks) since my last post saying I wouldn't, I can pretty much conclude that fur is better.
My husband said to me, "Roo, it's so much better, I wonder why you ever STARTED to shave..."
(I suppose it pays to be prickly so bushy is a nice alternative!
btw my swimming suit is boyish-shorts and a little halter top, so it all works for me...