Originally Posted by
chaika
Haha, thanks again for the input people. I'm going to take that it probably refers to a joining/falling into a paceline around here, which is why despite riding for years I probably hadn't noticed it. Good to know that there is a lot of regional variance and I like the idea of using it to alert people to one's presence too. Can't wait to get out there and observe some butt-slappin' tomorrow!

I agree with you on this one. It sounds like an invitations to hop on, but I usually just give a little wave to move up to let someone know its ok. I've never seen the butt slap either, but I'm not as cute as the OP either.