Keeping-hair-out-of-face question

[bmccasland]

Do any of the buff wearers live in hot country? Helping keep heat in is not something I want to do during the summers down here. I've been known to pour water through the holes in my helmet to cool my brain. But I also seriously dislike the whispy bits of hair, those not quite long enough to pull back into a pony tail. Drives me nuts. I've thought about getting a buff, but if it holds heat in during the summer, I wouldn't wear it. Why buy cycling gear if I'm not going to use it?? Can spend the money on something else

[sundial]

Beth, I have a CoolMax Buff that I put on after the ride. It doesn't seem hot but I haven't ridden with it on either. Hubby has worn his during the ride and he prefers the Halo.

[Trekhawk]

Do any of the buff wearers live in hot country? Helping keep heat in is not something I want to do during the summers down here. I've been known to pour water through the holes in my helmet to cool my brain. But I also seriously dislike the whispy bits of hair, those not quite long enough to pull back into a pony tail. Drives me nuts. I've thought about getting a buff, but if it holds heat in during the summer, I wouldn't wear it. Why buy cycling gear if I'm not going to use it?? Can spend the money on something else

LOL - I think Australia qualifies as "hot country".

I have had no problems wearing it on very hot summer days. I like that I can pull it over the top part of my ears and protect them from the sun.

[F8th637]

My hair is chin-length and it is full of life and sometimes a mind of its own. I typically tie it back with a bandanna or a cloth elastic headband that you can get at Target. I have also done the old t-shirt sleeves thing and I definitely think those are the best.

[bluebug32]

The sides of my hair always sneak to the front of my helmet and get in my face when I ride. Generally, I just pin it back with some kind of clip and the hair stays out of my face.

[imdeanna]

You could try a Dowrap
http://www.dowrap.com/
or a Buff.

I checked out that site....and ordered a couple (one for me and one for bf) they have Free shipping.....AND if you use coupon code "IPMBA " You get an ADDITIONAL 25% off the head wraps!!!

Sweet!

[SouthernBelle]

I wore the Buff pirate-style last summer in 100+ temps. It is very helpful in keeping sweat from running into my eyes.

[aicabsolut]

I have long hair but a ton of wisps around my face. I pull those up in barrettes or wear a cap.

Most of those I know with shorter hair go the pigtail route for the rest.

[indigoiis]

I bought some mesh elastic hairbands - very lightweight - I think Goody makes them. They are very thin material - like a strip of pantyhose material with elastic sewn in - and they are just the right width and loose enough that you don't get a headache.

[Tokie]

My friend calls her bike racing/riding pigtails her "Power Pigs"! I like it! Tokie

[malkin]

I'd love to see a photo thread with bad helmet hair!

[Brandi]

I got one word for you, Buff! Look up head buffs at Sahalie or at Terry they are so cool. and fit great under a helmit! I have two and use them for everything!

[KnottedYet]

I checked out that site....and ordered a couple (one for me and one for bf) they have Free shipping.....AND if you use coupon code "IPMBA " You get an ADDITIONAL 25% off the head wraps!!!

Sweet!

OOOH, thanks for the heads up and coupon code! I might have to do this! My poor little scalp is quite exposed (I don't have much hair) and gets burned easily. These look easier and a bit more comfy than a bandana.

[mimitabby]

check this out!


http://www.pre-wrap.com/prewrapyourhair.html

[GLC1968]

Do any of the buff wearers live in hot country? Helping keep heat in is not something I want to do during the summers down here. I've been known to pour water through the holes in my helmet to cool my brain. But I also seriously dislike the whispy bits of hair, those not quite long enough to pull back into a pony tail. Drives me nuts. I've thought about getting a buff, but if it holds heat in during the summer, I wouldn't wear it. Why buy cycling gear if I'm not going to use it?? Can spend the money on something else

I could not ride in NC summers without a buff! I cut mine in half so there wasn't quite as much material under my helmet, but then I would douse them in water. They stayed wet longer than hair, and they kept me cool!

I started riding with super short hair. Now it's quite long (I'm donating it as soon as I can find a good hairdresser here). Buffs (cut in half) were the only thing that got me through the in-between stages. I still use them to keep warm or cool - and they minimize breakage too.