The thumbs up is my new thing

[Scudley Do Right]

I always think of this guy when I think of strong hand gestures.

 

[Pink Nighty]

I always think of this guy when I think of strong hand gestures.

This is a man that understands the fingagunz vibe. Hes doing the classic "my man!" Fingagunz. The versatility shouldnt be discounted.

Ironic/sarcastic




The humblebrag


And dropping the goddamn hammer

 

[Bajema]

 

[Peyton00]

I prefer an Old Fashioned curtsy.

 

[Chadk]

Something I noticed when I moved here is how some Americans give you a nonchalant "yep" or "mhm", in response to you saying thanks. I mainly noticed it in dining scenarios, when I thanked the waiter.

It is so weird. I thought they were pissed off about something. It's not just me, either; many foreigners that I know have noticed the same thing.

Edit: To clarify, they are not actually in a bad mood and this is just how they respond to gratitude. It's some kind of strange cultural thing.

Try Chick-fil-A sometime. They have southern hospitality down pretty well. Only place in the Seattle area where 18 year olds smile and say "my pleasure" when you thank them.

 

[Chadk]

I've always wondered why guys in some sports go around smacking eachother on the butt.

Actually, I think we should steal that and work it into fly fishing. Face it, gear fisherman already think we are gay... So now, after landing a fish, instead of a selfie or taking a hero shot of your buddy, just give him a pat on his tushy. Who's in???

 

[Tom Butler]

I've always wondered why guys in some sports go around smacking eachother on the butt.

Actually, I think we should steal that and work it into fly fishing. Face it, gear fisherman already think we are gay... So now, after landing a fish, instead of a selfie or taking a hero shot of your buddy, just give him a pat on his tushy. Who's in???

That made me giggle. I get the best hugs from my son or the grandkids post fish release.

 

[swimmy]

Swimmy to the coffee bar girl:

I NEVER go double thumbs up.

I gotta know... is @swimmy a 8/12oz slam quickly redbull guy or a 24oz sip can slowly all day redbull guy.

Double12 oz'er Stone Cold style

Something I noticed when I moved here is how some Americans give you a nonchalant "yep" or "mhm", in response to you saying thanks. I mainly noticed it in dining scenarios, when I thanked the waiter.

This is another situation where the thumbs up is awesome.

Actually, I think we should steal that and work it into fly fishing. Face it, gear fisherman already think we are gay... So now, after landing a fish, instead of a selfie or taking a hero shot of your buddy, just give him a pat on his tushy. Who's in???

I actually did a thread on this back on WFF. I thought it was funny as fuck but the usual wet blankets showed up and tried to ruin the fun.

 

[swimmy]

As far as my thumbs up heroes, I'm thinking Mickelson is the GOAT.

 

[FinLuver]

 

[TicTokCroc]

 

[FinLuver]

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Swimmy in his youth…
I can picture this.

 

[BriGuy]

I've always wondered why guys in some sports go around smacking eachother on the butt.

Actually, I think we should steal that and work it into fly fishing. Face it, gear fisherman already think we are gay... So now, after landing a fish, instead of a selfie or taking a hero shot of your buddy, just give him a pat on his tushy. Who's in???

Just imagine the sound of a good butt slap on waders. Let's do this! 🖐

 

[TDub]

I've found myself giving a lot of thumbs ups lately. I think it works better than the two finger salute, a tip of the hat, a wave, or any other gesture. It is also appropriate for so many situations.

For example, when you float past another boat on the river, nod the head and throw 'em a thumbs up. Catch a cute girl making eye contact at the coffee bar, a smile and a thumbs up leaves her curious. When you drain a 20 foot birdie putt and walking to the hole to get your ball, thumbs up to the gallery. When you are looking to cross the street on your jog and a car stops to let you pass, thumbs up.

It is versatile, kind of different, and be super cool if done right.

Thoughts? What other situations do you find yourself in where the thumbs up could be the move?

Get it. Always loved the thumbs up.