Shave n Wave
01-16-22, 09:34 AM
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In Wyoming, it's considered rude not to wave when you meet the first vehicle in the last 50 miles. I also wave or acknowledge cyclists, get a response about 90% of the time. Some wave first.
I don't shave legs.
I don't shave legs.
01-16-22, 09:42 AM
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Working at a hospital, I’ve been continuously surprised at just how many people are shaving.
I’m not talking about the routine procedure types who might have had a while to trim the brush, I am talking about the unplanned urgent and emergent stuff. Smooth as a bowling ball.
Makes me think it’s not just bike guys shaving. I don’t judge.
I’ll wave if my heart rate is below 140. Above that, I’m far too focused and I can’t be bothered by pleasantries.
I’m not talking about the routine procedure types who might have had a while to trim the brush, I am talking about the unplanned urgent and emergent stuff. Smooth as a bowling ball.
Makes me think it’s not just bike guys shaving. I don’t judge.
I’ll wave if my heart rate is below 140. Above that, I’m far too focused and I can’t be bothered by pleasantries.
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01-16-22, 10:08 PM
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I never shave when I am waving. Or vice versa - not that coordinated or care.
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01-17-22, 08:51 AM
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No winter shaving.
And no waving ever. But I will nod and say hey.
And no waving ever. But I will nod and say hey.
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01-17-22, 09:14 AM
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However it also serves a safety purpose IMO. A wave, nod or other acknowledgement at least lets me know the other person sees me and won't suddenly veer into my path. A few people... them out-of-stater's... look to be trying real hard not to make eye contact and stare straight ahead. I'm never certain if they actually noticed I or any other are around.
01-17-22, 10:29 AM
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Have never shaved legs or arms but would possibly reconsider if a serious fall resulted in major discomfort when debriding road rash.
RE: waving, I almost always acknowledge others that I encounter when out for a ride. A wave, nod or simple verbal pleasantries are just socially appropriate things to do.
RE: waving, I almost always acknowledge others that I encounter when out for a ride. A wave, nod or simple verbal pleasantries are just socially appropriate things to do.
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01-17-22, 10:45 AM
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No I don't wave at other cyclists, just like I don't wave at every driver who happens to be driving the same type of a truck that I am driving....I also don't shave my legs or nether regions. I already expressed my beliefs and opinions many times about what I think about leg shaving, and I don't want to repeat myself over and over. again.
Too late.
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01-17-22, 10:49 AM
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And a haircut. Two bits.
01-17-22, 10:53 AM
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Shaving yes. Waving no. Nodding yes. Waxing no. Lubing yes.
