Reverse Elevator Eye Contact Syndrome

[Tuckervill]

For the first three years I had my Beetle, I flashed a peace sign at EVERYONE who was driving a Beetle.

Then they were everywhere, and mostly old gray people driving them (of which I am almost one--so don't get offended), and they never waved back. Except for the obvious enthusiasts with daisies on their taillights, etc.

It's the same kind of thing--meeting a fellow cyclist, meeting a fellow Beetle enthusiast. Kewl.

Karen

[Aggie_Ama]

Karen- When I had my little Yellow Beetle I loved waving at other Beetle drivers. In 2001 it was still gaining popularity in Texas and I got a lot of waves back. By the time I got rid of it in late 2004 the novelty had faded for most people, but not me! I miss my Venus (her name), sadly leases aren't practical to buy out.

I always wave at other cyclists. Generally I am trying to share the happiness I am feeling. I also wave with a big smile at angry drivers.

[Tuckervill]

Yes, I sometimes even blow kisses at angry drivers, but that's only if I'm the one who antagonized them. lol.

Karen