Your Jeep Got “Ducked” But What Does It Mean
So, we have owned Jeeps for years. My husband first got a bright red beautiful Jeep Wrangler when our son was in high school. After a couple of years, it was time for our son to start driving. And,he had his eye on the Jeep. So, we passed it down to him. Unfortunately, he totaled it in an unavoidable accident about a year later. So, when the time came for a new vehicle of course he wanted another Jeep. At the time, I had never heard anyone say their Jeep got “ducked.”
Well, just the other day he was home for a visit. And, I noticed a blue rubber duck on the dash of his Jeep Wrangler. He tells me he got “ducked.” And, it’s been a thing for years. Also, he says the pretty college girls who live next to him at the beach own Jeeps and get lots of ducks. But, what does it mean?
Apparently, according to Motor Trend Magazine it’s a trend that began with one person. Allison Parliament of Ontario gets credit for starting “duck duck Jeep.” She says it was just a random act of kindness or a simple greeting to other Jeep owners. It’s a way to let someone know you think they have a cool Jeep or to bring a smile. And, it turns out it doesn’t matter what kind of Jeep you “duck.”
So, are there rules when it comes to “ducking” someone’s Jeep? You can read the full article if you need a “ducking” education. However, it’s pretty easy. Allison points out most “duckers” try to place the duck where someone will find it easily and quickly. Good spots include side mirrors, door handles and bumpers. And, some people even bling out the ducks or write messages on them.
Summing up, take it as a compliment or sign of Jeep brotherhood/sisterhood when you get “ducked.” And, dare I say it might even be a way to flirt with that guy or gal you noticed? So, all you “Jeeple” be on the lookout because you just might get “ducked!”
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