A personal experience highlighted the importance of sun protection during outdoor cycling. Initially neglecting sunscreen, the rider faced a health scare after finding a suspicious spot that led to a skin cancer diagnosis. Following treatment, he adopted the use of cooling leg sleeves for added protection and comfort over just relying on sunscreen. The emphasis on sun safety increased after witnessing the risks firsthand, resulting in a commitment to wearing protective gear every ride, regardless of the temperature.
After a while, I got tired of sunscreen mess on my arms, so I started wearing cooling arm sleeves instead. They worked great - no greasy feeling, no reapplying mid-ride, and better sun protection.
I still used sunscreen on my legs. But a year later, during a routine follow-up, that same spot on my leg raised more concern. The doctor did a biopsy.
Thanks to a cancellation, I got right in. The doctor burned off the spot and told me to keep an eye on it. That's when I started using sunscreen more seriously.
My wife, who's dealt with skin cancer herself, couldn't believe I rode like that. She kept encouraging me to go to a free skin clinic.
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