Tan Lines

**tatormc** · 05-09-2005, 06:03 AM

I've got the white hands too and I don't really like it. I decided yesterday to go without gloves and it was fine. If only the sun would have come out maybe my hands wouldn't be so white! But worse than the white hands is the leg tan line. I'm going to put on sun screen each time I ride and then hopefully lay out in the back yard to help reduce the white upper thigh.

**annie** · 05-09-2005, 06:09 AM

I haven't worn gloves in over a year now............ except when its cold and I need them for warmth. Can't say I miss them. I feel I have a much better grip on the bars without the gloves, more control. And I haven't had any pain or pressure issues at all. I tried lots of different gloves, kept going for less and less padding. Finally figured out that maybe no padding was what I needed. I have fairly cushy handlebar tape, but nothing special. I don't let it get worn down. Obviously, I don't have the option of wiping glass of my tires as I ride now, but I was never very good at that anyway. Had to slow waaaaaaay down. Now I just stop, quickly wipe with whatever I have handy and go on my way. Not something that happens often anyway.
Not wearing gloves has nothing to do with the tanless hands, but it certainly does take car of that.

Hands now match the arms.
Still have the line on the legs, tho'. I just hang around with other bike riders, all with the same tan lines and then it's fine!

annie

**fixedgeargirl** · 05-09-2005, 06:45 AM

Originally Posted by SadieKate

What is the problem with ankles?

The lotion gathers anywhere the skin flexes often (ankles, knees, elbows) and creates streaks in the creases. A marbled effect, if you will.

**Irulan** · 05-09-2005, 08:07 AM

with all the recognized dangers, I still don't get why anyone would use tanning beds. UV is UV no matter how you slice it...

http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/consumer/tanning.html

http://www.cancer.org/docroot/PED/co...p?sitearea=PED

**Bluemsmanager** · 05-09-2005, 08:07 AM

Ladies,
Jergens has a new product on the Market. It's called Healthy Glo I think. It is sunless tanner that builds up over a week of use. It doesn't require exfoliating and only has a 1 to 2 minute wait before dressing. I just trying it out know and I'll let you know the results. Seems pretty easy. Just use it in place of your moisturizer on the affedted areas.

**singletrackmind** · 05-09-2005, 10:24 AM

I'll be awaiting your report!
Please also note if you start seeing chocolate rivers and candy flowers!

**DeniseGoldberg** · 05-09-2005, 01:51 PM

Originally Posted by annie

I haven't worn gloves in over a year now............ except when its cold and I need them for warmth.
annie

There is one other use for gloves, and that is to protect your hands if you and your bike should happen to fall. I know, it doesn't happen that often - at least if you're riding on the road - but I like to have the extra protection. Of course, I also like a little bit of extra cushioning for my hands on the bike too.

--- Denise

**CorsairMac** · 05-09-2005, 07:17 PM

Originally Posted by SadieKate

Well, in the olden days we had gloves with crocheted backs (much cooler to wear). I found a pair at the PI outlet last year. Snatched them up so I can have teeny-tiny checkerboard tan spots.

Performance carries them still - I just saw them in their latest catalog and was seriously thinking about buying some.

**spazzdog** · 05-09-2005, 07:28 PM

... and lets not forget wiping your nose on the thumb part.

**annie** · 05-09-2005, 07:29 PM

Originally Posted by DeniseGoldberg

There is one other use for gloves, and that is to protect your hands if you and your bike should happen to fall. I know, it doesn't happen that often - at least if you're riding on the road - but I like to have the extra protection. Of course, I also like a little bit of extra cushioning for my hands on the bike too.

--- Denise

You are certainly right, Denise! And I know I should think about about that. Lord knows I've had my share of crashes. I just am not comfortable in gloves and have decided to take the chance. I don't necessarily recommend it. If, no- I should say WHEN - I do a long, self-supported ride, i will take gloves with me for sure, just in case days and days and days on the bike have more effect on my hands than it does in normal riding.

BTW, Denise, I read ALL of your journals on crazyguyonabike.com. It took some time, but definitely worth it! You are not just an awesome bike rider, you are an awesome writer! I enjoyed each journal immensely. You made it so real! Thank you for taking the time to write and share your experiences. The photos were great, too, but it was your narrative that was truly the treasure.

annie

**DeniseGoldberg** · 05-10-2005, 05:04 AM

Originally Posted by annie

BTW, Denise, I read ALL of your journals on crazyguyonabike.com. It took some time, but definitely worth it! You are not just an awesome bike rider, you are an awesome writer! I enjoyed each journal immensely. You made it so real! Thank you for taking the time to write and share your experiences. The photos were great, too, but it was your narrative that was truly the treasure.

annie

Annie -
Thanks so much for your comments. It's always fun to hear from people who have enjoyed my journals. It's funny, I started out on my first 2 trips with paper journals that I later transcribed. But I much prefer uploading my journal entries from the road. And either way, I just assume that I'm going to spend some time writing at the end of the day. It keeps the trip alive for me well beyond the end of the trip, and it allows me share my ride with family and friends, and new friends too - who I haven't met yet! Getting feedback from people while I was on my cross-country trip was awesome. And being greeted by Chuck in Yellowstone National Park - "Are you Denise?" - because he had been following my journal was just unbelieveable.

If - or maybe I should say when - you decide to try self-contained touring... if you have any questions I can help with, please ask away!

--- Denise

**profàvélo** · 05-10-2005, 11:47 AM

I'm with Irulan and Denise on this one--I'm sort of proud of my biker tan. Makes me look like a 'real' cyclist! I always use sunscreen but still get the lines, of course. I especially like the little round brown circles I get on the backs of my hands from the holes in my gloves.

P.S. I can vouch for the effectiveness of gloves in a crash. I highly recommend wearing gloves if you can.

**Bluemsmanager** · 05-16-2005, 04:16 AM

Just an update on the Jergens product. I've been using it for a week with good results. No orange. However, the chocolate rivers are always within site as far as I'm concerned. Can't ignore one of the major food groups. I don't know how the product will work to control tan lines. In Western NY, we just don't seem to get enough sun to even cause them. I know, sounds like whining.

I can say I am pleased with the results. I'm able to wear skirts to work without pantyhose and not cause flash burns to my coworkers corneas. If you're looking for an easy to use product, I'd recommend it.

**caligurl** · 05-16-2005, 07:26 AM

Originally Posted by DeniseGoldberg

There is one other use for gloves, and that is to protect your hands if you and your bike should happen to fall. I know, it doesn't happen that often - at least if you're riding on the road - but I like to have the extra protection. Of course, I also like a little bit of extra cushioning for my hands on the bike too.

--- Denise

yeppers! i know we never plan to fall.... but when we do.. or at least when i do... i'm glad to have my gloves!

**singletrackmind** · 05-16-2005, 08:16 AM

Thanks Bluemsmanager! I'll have to give the Jergens a try.

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