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Old 03-25-2014, 03:16 PM
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I'm trying to continue having fun riding but skin cancer is becoming an issue on my face. I'm able to control it everywhere else. I'm wondering if anyone has experienced this problem? I'm looking for suggestions since the doctor suggest I stay out of the sun. I'm really getting tired riding at night. Thanks in advance.
 
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Old 03-25-2014, 03:17 PM
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Sunscreen & full face helmet?
 
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Old 03-25-2014, 03:18 PM
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How about a SPF100 sun block or a good full face helmet?
 
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Originally Posted by tOSUSteve
Sunscreen & full face helmet?
That's what I'm wondering?
 
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You might want to consider Blacking out some of the chrome like your tank console if you have one. I'm Fair skinned and I'm concerned with this issue also. I use gobs of sunscreen when riding.
 
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What kind of skin cancer are you talking about?

Are you around 50 years old? If so, much of the damage was already done when you were younger and just turning up now.

Whenever you're in the sun, make sure you have on sunscreen.
 
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Originally Posted by tOSUSteve
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Old 03-25-2014, 03:58 PM
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The only thing to prevent is to cover up as much as possible. I have buddy went through the same thing as a heavy equipment operator. lots of sunscreen, long sleeve shirts and hats.

In your case its sunscreen and a FF helmet. Maybe you can find a motocross style helmet with a visor and a windshield if you gotta have the wind in your face.
 
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Originally Posted by tOSUSteve
Sunscreen & full face helmet?
Got it in one. Don't go cheap on the helmet; get something that ventilates well.
 

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