Post #2757805
2026-05-22 09:44 UTC
What?? I’m a heterosexual woman who adores caribiners & inadvertently have them on display everywhere all the time, strictly for their functionality. Do you suppose everyone thinks I’m a lesbian and I had no idea I’ve been inadvertently giving that signa? I am so embarrassed. Please tell me you’re joking. I’m gonna have to go reconfigure my backpack & hide all my caribiners, aren’t I?
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@NannerBanner@literature.cafe 2026-05-22 11:24
It’s like driving a subaru forester. Sure, you’re statistically more likely to be a lesbian, but it’s probably not going to cause people to think you’re one.
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@hildegarde@lemmy.blahaj.zone 2026-05-22 14:29
Those codes are more historical, dating back to times when it wasn’t possible to be open about your sexuality. Its mostly backstory now, but there is still a connection and association between caibiners and lesbians to this day. But you’re fine wearing them. They’re used by climbers, thery’re also useful for hanging or carrying things, and their a nice accessory. They can mean many things, or be without meaning. Don’t change your style on the off chance a few lesbians may briefly misidentify you.