Now that everyone's using cold water I'll have to go back to warm.

Jimmy, I agree about rubbing the lather in by hand. I'll also say that TOBS cream (and cream in general) work better for me than soap in cold water.

For those that are scared of the cold water, as I was at first, and I still hate cold water (but not for shaving) it becomes addictive after you get used to it. I guess it's like the guys who go swimming in ice water every morning. Your skin gets used to it, maybe a little bit of fat develops underneath, and you'll find yourself splashing it on and wanting more.

Cheers,