Helmet Riding for Long Hair

by Vickie
(Georgia)

I have long, thick hair ( with some layers) and my friends enjoy seeing me put it all up under my helmet. I simply make a ponytail (like in 'Happy Days' - high and at an angle). I begin by placing the ponytail holder around the base of the ponytail 1-2 times, then roll the 'tail' (down & counterclockwise) on an 'imaginary' curler down to the base (next to the scalp). Then, twist the ponytail holder a third time around the 'big curl' and tail. It will look like you have a tight looped-knot of hair on top of your head. The helmet will flatten the 'bun' a little - but when you take off your helmet after a long ride, pull the holder out of your hair and run your fingers under and upward to fluff the hair out. You will also be surprised to see some slight waves, curls and body. Most people can't believe I was wearing a helmet. With the hair pulled up , it allows the air to flow easier between the helmet and hair(scalp); therefore, removing a majority of the 'sweaty' look. It also keeps the hair from being blown all over the place outside of the helmet and having a mess of knots to remove (not including the fuzzy , wind blown look).