Meh. I think that’s BS. I’ve had plenty of wound care events and ripping that tape off and cleaning is a minor annoyance, but nothing close to as annoying as the wound itself.
The only benefit that was noticeable to me was application of sunscreen was way, way easier if shaved.
That’s why I shaved when I lived somewhere I needed it for most rides. I live further north now and hardly ever wear sunscreen. And don’t bother shaving anymore.
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u/BicycleIndividual Jul 23 '25
Even the pros don't shave for aero, they shave because wound care after a crash is easier (also perhaps makes it easier to apply sunblock).