Sunblock for a century??

Second on Banana Boat, particularly if you have sensitive skin.

"Tim McNamara" <[email hidden]> wrote in message
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My wife and I are looking forward to our first century and have been wondering what other
cyclists have found as the best sunblock to use while riding. The ride will be in May in the
costal Virginia/ N. Carolina area. (warm but it shouldnt be rally hot by then)

We've tried the coppertone Sport ultra sweatproof (spray on) and ended up with a burn...

Banana Boat 45 SPF seems to work well for me for muli hour rides in hot sun. Gator-something gel
worked well at altitude last summer in the Alps but was disgustingly greasy.

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My wife and I are looking forward to our first century and have been wondering what other cyclists
have found as the best sunblock to use while riding. The ride will be in May in the costal
Virginia/ N. Carolina area. (warm but it shouldnt be rally hot by then)

We've tried the coppertone Sport ultra sweatproof (spray on) and ended up with a burn...

I use the Coppertone Sport SPF 30 and it works fine here in sunny Florida. I'm Irish/French/German
so I'm kinda fair, and I don't burn with that stuff. Performance was giving away free samples with
any order last year, so I have a bunch of little tubes. They fit GREAT in a seat pack---but
Performance isn't giving them out any more. Dang it!

luvjava said:

My wife and I are looking forward to our first century and have been wondering what other cyclists
have found as the best sunblock to use while riding. The ride will be in May in the costal
Virginia/ N. Carolina area. (warm but it shouldnt be rally hot by then)

We've tried the coppertone Sport ultra sweatproof (spray on) and ended up with a burn...

So if you have any ideas of what type and how often you needed to reapply, let us know.

Thanks in advance.

Bill and Kristina

I live in South Florida and ride 100-200 miles a week in the sun.

Try to get some sun exposure BEFORE the big ride. I use any sunblock suitable for kids. Carry a
small tube with you and re-apply as required.

Also, be careful with applying the stuff above your eyes. I was caught in a cloudburst last year and
was instantly blinded by the sunblock running into my eyes.

cya Bob Denton Gulf Stream International Delray Beach, Florida www.sinkthestink.com Manufacturers of
Sink the Stink

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"Sunbscreen 'Increases Cancer Risk'"

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What a joke. In summary: the article says people who where sunscreen tend to stay out in the sun
longer than they used to.... thus increasing their risk of skin cancer. Its like that other
psuedo-logical notion that using a condom increases your risk of catching VD or causing an unwanted
pregnancy... since you will

Thanks for all of the tips and hints folks!

Now I know that I should drink water, bring change, stop every once in a while, and where other
rides are. Some folks actually took the time to tell me that I should us a sunblock with a high SPF.
Lets not forget those that gave me great instructions on how to apply sunblock.

Now that I have all of these great tips, I'm wondering if those who have this whole sunblock thing
down to a science would like to offer up WHAT SUNBLOCK I SHOULD USE!!!

Those those that did offer up a product name, Thank you very much, I will take your inputs to heart
and actually use your good advice.

Thanks for the input.

Bill and Kristina

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My wife and I are looking forward to our first century and have been wondering what other cyclists
have found as the best sunblock to use while riding. The ride will be in May in the costal
Virginia/ N. Carolina area. (warm but it shouldnt be rally hot by then)

We've tried the coppertone Sport ultra sweatproof (spray on) and ended up with a burn...

So if you have any ideas of what type and how often you needed to reapply, let us know.

Thanks in advance.

Bill and Kristina

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My wife and I are looking forward to our first century and have been wondering what other cyclists
have found as the best sunblock to use while riding. The ride will be in May in the costal
Virginia/ N. Carolina area. (warm but it shouldnt be rally hot by then)

We've tried the coppertone Sport ultra sweatproof (spray on) and ended up with a burn...

So if you have any ideas of what type and how often you needed to reapply, let us know.

Thanks in advance.

Bill and Kristina

I've had good luck with NO-AD sunscreen:

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1) Its cheap... you can pick it up at Wal-Mart.
2) Paba-free, non-greasy, waterproof, sweatproof lotions retain maximum sun protection after 80
minutes in the water
3) Provides broad-spectrum UVA and UVB protection
4) You can buy from SPF4 to SPF45

I'm a fair-skinned redhead, who burns easily. I've used this stuff for a while and never burned
once. Not even after 4-5+ hour rides while sweating my ass off in mid-summer Florida heat and
humidity. By the end of the summer, I usually have a few more freckles and a nice tan, but I *never*
burn. Just make sure you put it on 30 minutes to an hour before you start so it gets a chance to
soak in before you start sweating. Hope this helps,
- Boyd

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Also, be careful with applying the stuff above your eyes.

I was caught

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in a cloudburst last year and was instantly blinded by the

sunblock

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running into my eyes.

This can be a big problem. It's why I like sunblock that gets absorbed well. If any runs into your
eyes, it will ruin contact lenses for sure.

Matt O.

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Thanks for all of the tips and hints folks!

Now I know that I should drink water, bring change, stop every once in a while, and where other
rides are. Some folks actually took the time to tell me that I should us a sunblock with a high
SPF. Lets not forget those that gave me great instructions on how to apply sunblock.

Now that I have all of these great tips, I'm wondering if those who have this whole sunblock thing
down to a science would like to offer up WHAT SUNBLOCK I SHOULD USE!!!

Doesn't matter as long as it's sweatproof and spf 30 or greater.

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Boy I sure blew that didn't I? Can I blame it on old age? How about it was really late? Dang, I
hate it when that happens.

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In article said:

Thanks for all of the tips and hints folks!

Now I know that I should drink water, bring change, stop every once in a while, and where other
rides are.

Yes, some folks did get pretty far off topic. But the drinking water notion might be on topic. I'm
no scientist, but seems like I've noticed a relationship between staying well hydrated and avoiding
sunburn. No, really. I used to ride 400 miles/week and race lots. I had plenty of time to notice
such relationships.

Jim

ps- I still use Bullfrog.

pps- don't forget a spare tire...<g

David Kerber ns_dkerber@ns_ids.net said:

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Now that I have all of these great tips, I'm wondering if those who have this whole sunblock
thing down to a science would like to offer up WHAT SUNBLOCK I SHOULD USE!!!

Doesn't matter as long as it's sweatproof and spf 30 or greater.

David,

In my experience, not all "sweatproof" sunblocks are equally sweatproof. Hence, the request for
specific brands.

Jim

Boyd Speerschneider said:

Its like that other psuedo-logical notion that using a condom increases your risk of catching VD
or causing an unwanted pregnancy... since you will

Guess I didn't buy enough condoms when I was 15...I sure wanted more

Jim

Just make sure you put it on 30 minutes to an hour before you start so it gets a chance to soak in
before you start sweating. Hope this helps,
- Boyd

I've had my best luck w/ Coppertone Sport 45 & 30 in that order. I suspect it sometimes causes some
sort of a breakout (kinda like pimples) on my forehead & temples. I know for a fact it can dissolve
paint. I have seen it where my coated arms rubbed against a painted table. I also believe that it
stays on so well that I'm somewhat protected the next am after having showered. I also know that
I've never had a sunburn scuba diving using it. However I've had unexpected sunburns using various
hi numbered protection sunscreens, including CT Sport. I suspect hasty applications or coming out of
the shower sweaty & not waiting for the sweat to subside prior to application have caused it. Or
some other problem along these lines. See Boyd's snip, above. What does one do when it's 90 deg.s
out and he can't stop sweating to install sunscreen?

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David Kerber ns_dkerber@ns_ids.net said:

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Now that I have all of these great tips, I'm wondering if those who have this whole sunblock
thing down to a science would like to offer up WHAT SUNBLOCK I SHOULD USE!!!

Doesn't matter as long as it's sweatproof and spf 30 or greater.

David,

In my experience, not all "sweatproof" sunblocks are equally sweatproof. Hence, the request for
specific brands.

Could be; I haven't tried many different ones; I hit on No-Ad early on and have stuck with it when I
could find it because of its price.

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"Sunbscreen 'Increases Cancer Risk'"

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What a joke. In summary: the article says people who where sunscreen tend to stay out

in

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the sun longer than they used to.... thus increasing their risk of skin cancer. Its like that
other psuedo-logical notion that using a condom increases your risk of catching VD or causing an
unwanted pregnancy... since you

will

Or wearing a helmet might increase your chance of injury ...

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Now that I have all of these great tips, I'm wondering if those who have this whole sunblock thing
down to a science would like to offer up WHAT SUNBLOCK I SHOULD USE!!!

Here's another vote for Bullfrog. In addition to the regular lotion, etc., they have a 'Quick Stick'
that is handy for using on nose, ears, etc...

David

luvjava said:

Thanks for all of the tips and hints folks!

Now I know that I should drink water, bring change, stop every once in a while, and where other
rides are. Some folks actually took the time to tell me that I should us a sunblock with a high
SPF. Lets not forget those that gave me great instructions on how to apply sunblock.

Now that I have all of these great tips, I'm wondering if those who have this whole sunblock thing
down to a science would like to offer up WHAT SUNBLOCK I SHOULD USE!!!

The company that packs one of my products was the original packer for Bannana Boat, The president
mentioned a few interesting things:

SPF is a multiple of the additional time the sunscreen extends the time in the sun. If you burn in
10 minutes, a 15 would extend the time to 150 minutes.

He also mentioned that all screens are skin irritants and he would never use more than a 12-15 on
his kids, BUT he re applys every hour. The higher SPFs are more irritating.

He knew nothing about the albino Bahamians.

He stated anything over a 15 is just marketing, because screen needs to be re-applied every
hour or two.

He also said to look for two actives for greater range of UV protection and the latest in screens
are micronized zinc or Ti oxides, which work like the white oxides but are clear.

I have to say I learned something about sun screens and it will change the way I buy and use
screens. Clealry, one wants to keep a tube in your pocket and re-apply often.

cya! Bob Denton Gulf Stream International Delray Beach, Florida www.sinkthestink.com Manufacturers
of Sink the Stink

Thanks Jim, Your opinion renews my faith in Usenet news groups. There are people that actualy read
the post that they are replying to.

It can get pretty upsetting when asking about sunblock gets replies on "how long to cook a 3
minute egg."

but I guess I asked for opinions... need I say more.

Thanks again Bill

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In article said:

Thanks for all of the tips and hints folks!

Now I know that I should drink water, bring change, stop every once in a while, and where other
rides are.

Yes, some folks did get pretty far off topic. But the drinking water notion might be on topic. I'm
no scientist, but seems like I've noticed a relationship between staying well hydrated and
avoiding sunburn. No, really. I used to ride 400 miles/week and race lots. I had plenty of time to
notice such relationships.

Jim

ps- I still use Bullfrog.

pps- don't forget a spare tire...<g