Hanging Jeep-branded e-bikes on Wranglers for fashion is also a thing. Not content with a 35" tire with a fancy rim, some have taken to hanging these monsters in front of the spare tire, I suspect more for looks than function.
Regardless, the wave situation has been brought to a satisfying conclusion. I have adjusted my commute route and no longer pass my committed waves. I ignore any new cyclists I encounter. Fool me once...