Don't know. But I drive one. And they are fiercely popular with gay boys in Atlanta. Can't swing a dead cat in Midtown without hitting a Wrangler with a pride or an HRC sticker.
I liked Wranglers and wanted one before I knew (read: acknowledged) I am gay.
I think something ultra-butch just has a lot of appeal to some gay men. In this case it's a military vehicle. It's like asking why a cowboy image is sort of a gay icon.
I think something ultra-butch just has a lot of appeal to some gay men. In this case it's a military vehicle. It's like asking why a cowboy image is sort of a gay icon.
There are 2 versions of the Wrangler.
1. Base model X and rubicons with tons of off market additions like extra large tires, lights, guard, etc so those real boys can take their jeeps for offroading.
2. Pretty stock Sahara models with navi, power windows/doors, hardtop to be driven in the city
For the latter, I don't think it's ultra-butch. In fact, I think it's quite gay
I've heard of Wranglers being gay because all the lesbos drive them and make them butch. However, we know that's not true because I've never met any lesbos who drive Wranglers They are more popular among gay men
I'm still curious as to how the Wrangler became gay.
I don't think of a cowboy image as a gay icon---maybe the ones topless with tight jeans and body piercings
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Originally Posted by BlissWorld
There are 2 versions of the Wrangler.
1. Base model X and rubicons with tons of off market additions like extra large tires, lights, guard, etc so those real boys can take their jeeps for offroading.
2. Pretty stock Sahara models with navi, power windows/doors, hardtop to be driven in the city
Well I was talking about the Jeep military image in general. Of course some boys want all the trinkets added. (And despite what you said about lesbians, I know one with a Wrangler )
I think something ultra-butch just has a lot of appeal to some gay men. In this case it's a military vehicle. It's like asking why a cowboy image is sort of a gay icon.
I'm having enough trouble as it is getting into my flatmate's SMART car. He laughs when I get in bum first... sort of riding side saddle ! Gosh imagine me in a Jeep! I would't know what to hang on to... (the boys!)
How Did the Jeep Wrangler Become a Gay Icon?
