Gato- Google did have the answer, and you were correct. The stiffer bristles are for detangling and styling, while the softer are for distributing oils. 

That would have been a come back. I just resorted to a comment about not trusting the opinions of bald men. Since he and I are both bald, we trade the bald jabs back and forth. 

MetalMungos- Thank you! The length is getting there, and the shorter sections are starting to catch up. I agree, I am going to listen to her on this one. 

I'm excited for your journey. You are already filled in quite well and have some awesome length going on!