Episode Details
Back to EpisodesThe Art of the Motorcycle Wave: Camaraderie on the Road
Description
Niels Meersschaert, the host of the Throttle and Roast podcast, delves into the intricate tradition of motorcycle waving in this episode. He discusses the origins of the wave, its significance in fostering camaraderie among riders, and the various hand gestures used for waving. The episode also explores the etiquette of waving, including when to wave and when it's acceptable to abstain, such as on multi-lane highways and during heavy traffic. Additionally, Niels examines the interesting phenomenon of certain riders not returning waves based on the type of motorcycle being ridden, shedding light on the dynamics of the motorcycle community.
Show links:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Motorcycling_greetings
https://canadamotoguide.com/2019/09/04/opinion-to-wave-or-not-to-wave/
https://jed-co.com/blogs/news/did-you-know-the-story-behind-the-jeep-wave
Thanks for listening!
Click the "Send us a Text Message" link above to send us your questions, comments, and feedback on the show! Please make sure you leave the podcast title. Or if you prefer to leave an audio message, leave us a voicemail on our website!
Subscribe to our newsletter to keep up to date on the latest from the show.
Check out our favorite products to use on and off your motorcycle.