Was just wondering what the preferred method of pre-ride preparation was, to use sunscreen lotion or to cover up with clothing for sunburn protection? Attachment 519198

 

I always apply sunscreen to my face, back of neck and arms. All the rest is covered by clothing. I will say that I like wearing long sleeve t-s when it is not too hot.

Saw some bikers last year with very light weight long sleeve pull overs on over their t-shirts. They wore they simply for the purpose of blocking the sun. Actually looked comfortable.

Ride safe

 

I have to use sunscreen on my face. I burn and peel. I don't get a tan.

 

I recently returned from a week in Florida and I had brought a Sunblocker rated at number 55 for my neck, face, and other exposed parts.

I have become a riding gear person over time, FF Helmet, armor, etc.

It was hi 80's to mid 90's while i was there.

I_Just_Couldn't_Wear_It!

I know...... but this Yankee would melt.
I made believe that I was 16 and invincible again, and prayed for the best.

Man am I glad that I had sunblocker.

 

I try to wear long sleeves as often as possible in summer. It's just more comfortable for me. And I apply dual spectrum SPF 50 a few times throughout the day. 50 blocks 98% of the rays. I've been using Sante Lobo. It's great stuff. Soaks in fast, it's light and it doesn't aggravate my skin. I go helmetless and I'm hairless and my head doesn't burn after a full day in the seat.

 

Both, Sunscreen and a long sleeve tee.

 

My heritage is Viking so I burn and peel instead of tan. SPF 100 and UnderArmor Heat Wear long sleeve white t-shirt works for me. Have several UA shirts and will gladly cut the sleeves off if it gets too hot.

 

I cover, don't like goo. Goo has a way of getting into your eyes, onto your glasses and builds up on your gear into a funky smelling coat of nastiness over the course of a season. Its sort of like not changing your underwear.

 

If it is just a day/weekend ride I use sunscreen only.
If its a week or three I use sunscreen and wear long sleeve T's and a bandanna on my face to protect as much as possible - even when it's 100+.

 

There should be no visible skin when riding, IMHO... Maybe a little of my neck showing that isn't covered by the jacket and helmet. Protective jacket, riding pants, full fingered gloves, and a full face helmet. No sunblock needed.


But I'm weird and like my skin on my body and not on the asphalt.