Author Topic: Tips for Hiding Helmet Hair (Read 3271 times)

socalenduro · « **on:** May 30, 2012, 11:19:03 AM »

When I take my helmet off for a mid ride coffee or lunch I look like an inbred idiot. When with a bunch of riders thats no big deal as we all look the same.
However sometimes id like to ride my bike somewhere and not look like an idiot when I get there.

Any tips on what to put on your head post ride?
Or even a good place to stash a hat on your bike so it doesnt get munched and covered in dirt?
(i dont wear the super southtern style back pocket foldable hat)

Really? · « **Reply #1 on:** May 30, 2012, 11:20:34 AM »

I don't have that problem. Been shaving the head for 27 years now.

CycleRanger · « **Reply #2 on:** May 30, 2012, 11:21:58 AM »

Best question so far this week!

However, since most of my hair left me years ago I can't give you much advice.

socalenduro · « **Reply #3 on:** May 30, 2012, 11:23:55 AM »

id shave my head, but im far too skinny to pull off that look....

veloracermike · « **Reply #4 on:** May 30, 2012, 11:31:18 AM »

Quote from: socalenduro on May 30, 2012, 11:23:55 AM

id shave my head, but im far too skinny to pull off that look....

I'm 5'10'' 142, I shave my head. It's to damn hot here for hair.

Pecantree · « **Reply #5 on:** May 30, 2012, 11:34:53 AM »

My heads too lumpy to shave. I'd scare the kids

Wear a bandanna, also helps to keep the helmet stank down

Steve

Elan · « **Reply #6 on:** May 30, 2012, 11:38:01 AM »

I modified a hair dryer to accept 12v. It also required me to upgrade the charging system, and at about 4k rpm's this thing really gets warm. I also carry a shampoo bottle filled with water and 10% conditioner. At every stop, I lather, concentrating on the scalp, and blow dry. otherwise, i might look weird.

jamesb · « **Reply #7 on:** May 30, 2012, 12:03:34 PM »

i never comb my hair just run hands through it twice and call it good

socalenduro · « **Reply #8 on:** May 30, 2012, 12:31:06 PM »

seriously no one carries a hat or a scull cap or anything with them when they ride?
im the only one this vain on the entire forum?

70CB750 · « **Reply #9 on:** May 30, 2012, 12:37:27 PM »

I am too old to care - already have all the females I need in my life.

But I shave for summer in VA, just too hot and also for the bicycle.

fmctm1sw · « **Reply #10 on:** May 30, 2012, 12:38:31 PM »

Quote from: socalenduro on May 30, 2012, 12:31:06 PM

seriously no one carries a hat or a scull cap or anything with them when they ride?
im the only one this vain on the entire forum?

My spaghetti gets a little out of control as well. I bought a bandana a while back hoping I could get it all the way around my head and my ears for my half helmet. It was too small though and the knot in the back ended up under the helmet. So I just deal with it. I haven't noticed anyone checking me out lately so I don't really worry about it $:-\$

scrapvalue · « **Reply #11 on:** May 30, 2012, 12:55:37 PM »

Get your hair just the way you like it, and then clear coat it.
Problem solved.

Or just cut it short enough so it isn't a problem.

BrockSamson · « **Reply #12 on:** May 30, 2012, 12:58:26 PM »

I cut my hair mega short to resolve this issue. Unless you are going somewhere you can dunk your head under a shower or something... not much else you can do. Also, it is just too hot to add another layer between my head and the helmet.

dave500 · « **Reply #13 on:** May 30, 2012, 01:06:45 PM »

always park at a hair salon,or keep a comb and clippers under your seat,pluck long nasal hairs aswell,dont forget to trim your nails also as bad nails give motorcyclists a bad rep,under arm deoderant should be used before every ride no matter how short,unkemp beards or moustashes also are unsightly,tuck your shirt in.

Elan · « **Reply #14 on:** May 30, 2012, 01:13:51 PM »

or just leave your helmet on

Duke McDukiedook · « **Reply #15 on:** May 30, 2012, 01:30:24 PM »

Shave it close. Makes for easy hair styling.

brooze72 · « **Reply #16 on:** May 30, 2012, 01:47:59 PM »

We just put our toques on when we take the helmet off, haven't seen anyone's hair in years.

Duke McDukiedook · « **Reply #17 on:** May 30, 2012, 02:14:03 PM »

Nice toque, eh?

Really? · « **Reply #18 on:** May 30, 2012, 02:28:08 PM »

I can't even image how much money I have saved on haircuts, shampoo, conditioner, brushes n stuff in the last 27 years. Even after all that, I still feel like I am broke.

Cqyqte · « **Reply #19 on:** May 30, 2012, 02:35:55 PM »

Do you really think someone is going to look at you and care about your hair? I suppose when you pass a mirror you have to stop and admire yourself.... vain vain vain. Just ride the damn bike!

Cqyqte · « **Reply #20 on:** May 30, 2012, 02:36:56 PM »

Buy Progressive insurance I hear that works

Really? · « **Reply #21 on:** May 30, 2012, 02:40:00 PM »

The only poon that offered themselves to me when I had hair were the ones that you would not tell anyone about. Shaving the head was the best thing I ever did.

socalenduro · « **Reply #22 on:** May 30, 2012, 03:11:09 PM »

im sorry that no one else here has women look at them. i do and i quite like it.
i also appologize for caring what i look like and being so vain

past that does anyone have any real advice?

ps i know you're all full of #$%*, as the 2 times ive been on group rides, or at large meet ups 75% of the riders i see have hats on the second they swing their leg off their bike.

333 · « **Reply #23 on:** May 30, 2012, 03:57:52 PM »

I just have a hair brush in my trunk.

Damfino · « **Reply #24 on:** May 30, 2012, 04:10:44 PM »

Quote from: socalenduro on May 30, 2012, 11:19:03 AM

When I take my helmet off for a mid ride coffee or lunch I look like an inbred idiot. When with a bunch of riders thats no big deal as we all look the same.
However sometimes id like to ride my bike somewhere and not look like an idiot when I get there.

Any tips on what to put on your head post ride?
Or even a good place to stash a hat on your bike so it doesnt get munched and covered in dirt?
(i dont wear the super southtern style back pocket foldable hat)

You got a tank bag? Carry a hat in it. I have a luggage rack/backrest combo that I keep a tailbag on and carry my hat in. At lengthy stops I just switch them out. (Helmet for hat, that is....)

seanbarney41 · « **Reply #25 on:** May 30, 2012, 04:57:28 PM »

dude...helmet hair is totally hot....no, really, it's the only thing that keeps my curly hair under control, I have been known to wear my helmet around the house before a hot night out on the town...

westondc · « **Reply #26 on:** May 30, 2012, 07:52:18 PM »

I ride my bike everywhere. I have to have a clean appearence when i arrive to work so to take care of the helmet hair i keep hair styling cream in my locker. I keep a hat on the luggage rack for when i go out on the town. Call me vein but i would rather not look like a dirty Harley rider... Haha yeah i just said that

Don R · « **Reply #27 on:** May 31, 2012, 08:29:08 PM »

Wow. I just tuck the bill of my cap under the seat strap and sit on it. Take off helmet, bend the bill a bit pop it on, lock down the helmet and I'm good to go. Got just enough hair left to look like Larry Fine when I get off the bike. wwwwubwubwubwub. eeeeh wise guys.

Damfino · « **Reply #28 on:** June 01, 2012, 05:45:46 AM »

Quote from: Don R on May 31, 2012, 08:29:08 PM

Wow. I just tuck the bill of my cap under the seat strap and sit on it.

Doesn't your hat smell like old man's ass then?

socalenduro · « **Reply #29 on:** June 01, 2012, 09:32:08 AM »

Smelling good after a ride is another thread...
i smell too much like gas and oil after riding my bike for any body odor to be noticeable

CB750wannabe · « **Reply #30 on:** June 01, 2012, 12:06:35 PM »

One ounce of Seafoam for every inch of hair. That stuff is magic!

Don R · « **Reply #31 on:** June 01, 2012, 08:02:49 PM »

Quote from: Schmthaus on June 01, 2012, 05:45:46 AM

Quote from: Don R on May 31, 2012, 08:29:08 PM
Wow. I just tuck the bill of my cap under the seat strap and sit on it.

Doesn't your hat smell like old man's ass then?

I wash my ass every day, then put on underwear and pants. So to answer your question, maybe.

Retro Rocket · « **Reply #32 on:** June 01, 2012, 08:12:14 PM »

Until recently i had my hair down to almost the back of my knees, put it in a plat, throw on a helmet, take it back off and it all looks the same....

Now its been cut short it looks like sh1t either way....

Magilla · « **Reply #33 on:** June 02, 2012, 05:10:39 AM »

I went bald. That is how I took care of the problem. You need to be more committed to the solution.

RatBikeRandy · « **Reply #34 on:** June 02, 2012, 05:52:32 AM »

Just carry a hat. Toss it in a saddlebag, sit on it, stick it in your jacket, strap it to the handlebar - whatever works on your bike.

I used to ALWAYS carry a cap cause my hair looked stupid when the helmet came off. Now I wear it very short plus I don't care as much. It's called getting older - who really cares.

70CB750 · « **Reply #35 on:** June 02, 2012, 09:56:45 AM »

My tip works every time and it is easy on your money and schedule and everything.

Also scares the crap out of my kids friends - that is a good thing

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Author Topic: Tips for Hiding Helmet Hair (Read 3271 times)

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