Shorts under Shorts trouble

[onimity]

Hi Coyote,

It's only in the mid-90s here but I've been dealing with the same issue. I've come to the conclusion that the only way I am going to be comfortable is in shorts. I have a UV shirt that is nice and thin but haven't seen anything for the legs like that. The shorts + liners are a nightmare to me, I haven't found a pair of liners to fit comfortably. I wore knickers when it was cooler but they are too hot for me now.

Do you know what you are allergic to in sunscreens you've tried? I use an SPF 30 Alba sunscreen and love it (I have very sensitive skin) and a sunscreen from MyChelle dermaceuticals for my face. Both are reasonably priced and available in most health food stores or online. I haven't been burned yet (very fair skin), though I've got a bit of a tan, complete with the funny sock/shorts/gloves lines.

Anne

[coyote]

Hi Anne,
Thanks, I'll look around and see if I can find those sunscreens. I use a zinc oxide one but it has a couple of other ingredients in it to. I may be alergic to the base or one of the other active ingredients.

It turns out that the shorts I wore over my bike shorts are made of a material that makes wearing them like wearing a plastic bag. The outer shorts were retaining all the heat and moisture.

It really is easier just wearing the bike shorts and using the sunscreen. The bike shorts are great at wicking moisture. There is a health food place close to work, I think I'll head over there during lunch.

[pll]

Hi Coyote,

If you need to wear pants, have you looked into some of the Ex Officio ones (http://www.exofficio.com)? They have pants that are lightweight and UV protection, including one with mesh inseam. Perhaps pairing one of those with a good quality padded liner would do the trick.

I don;t belueve I'd survive at 107!