Bikers don't get to pick when they are or are not one of us, wear your biker cut with pride!
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I was talking to a brother of mine the other day that I respect a lot and when I mentioned that at the Leesburg motorcycle rally I was thinking of not wearing my biker cut, the symbol of a biker in an any organization. He had a few choice words for me.
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"Don't broadcast when you should be tuning in" Words that soooo many people should really pay attention to! Definitely a real life lesson when you're part of an MC or MO.
Absolutely love that saying!
Truer words were never spoken.
That goes for all aspects of life as well.
I'm using that one. That just became one of my favorites
Yeah, but there IS free speech. Better to ignore ignorant comments than try to control them. That just brings out your pretentiousness lol. You can't control other people, no matter how much you want to.
My wife and I have been members of CMA since 2008, and we NEVER climb on our bikes without our colors. We are honored and privileged to be a part of the ministry that we're in, and always represent our Lord and Savior! Love y'all and your videos! Keep up the good work brother!!
Same goes for me too. I'm always wearing my colors when I'm out riding and if I'm not riding I try to at least wear one of my t-shirts with our patch on it. I've contemplated wearing my colors a lot more than I do like if I'm not riding
Praise the Lord, I'm glad to hear that.
I was about to make the same comment.
What state and Chapter?
@@harrymackenzie6096 CMA Lord's Paheece chapter. Southern Illinois
Thanks for the story Monkey. It sometimes isn't easy having the weight of a cut on your shoulders. "We don't get to choose when to be a biker"
Not everyone wants to be part of the club/org persona. In the end, you guys help kids. Much respect.
I'm a member of the Patriot Guard Riders. I always wear my cut when I go anywhere. My finances uncle, who was a Vietnam Veteran, passed away a couple of years ago. I told my fiance that I'd like to try and set up a Patriot Guard escort for his funeral, but her aunt said absolutely not, because it had to do with motorcycles. Well, I still wore my cut and wore them with pride. Because I wear it everywhere I go, one of our neighbors recently joined the PGR as well. I want to thank you and the Mrs for what you guys do with your organization. MLLH&R Mr. & Mrs. Monkey. Ride safe and proud.
So you wore your colors even though the deceased family requested you not too? You seem like a jerk. It's not your call at someone else's funeral.
I understand what you said , you saw the light , to wear your colors , back in the early 80’s was a patch holding biker , walked , talked , had several bikes ,flew my colors every where , if I rode my pan , and I did ride it almost everywhere! But to ride and not wear my rags , was like unthinkable , unless, I was out far from home in uncharted country, then I might have them on under my leathers , but my chaps had the name down both legs , that only happened once , I pulled into a gas station late at night off 81 in pa. I had just moved there and didn’t want to get jumped by a rival club , as I was alone , and just trying to sneak thru, but I’m at the pump , put the stand down and as I’m going to the pump I saw the bike ft wheels sticking out from behind the station , and I thought here it comes …and was pumping gas , and here come 5-6 , 16’s walking towards me and my my bike , we got along with them in N.J. fine , in Maryland , ok , but iffy , and this was PA . unknown , but they all liked my big ole 50 pan , it looked boss, 6” over wide glide , 3” risers for the biggest apes made , a 21” ftwheel no frt brake , hard tail and they was sayin nice bike bro , makin me feel all is wel my club name down both legs KNIGHTS M.C. in red and gold , gothic style 4”tall letters , they said nothing , as this big guy was lookin at my carb set up , he went to stand , and the right end of the throttle caught him in the ear , I knew that had to hurt , but he said nothing but praise, for me my bike , then another , rubs my back tire which was ,all but shot , and sez your gotta get a new skin here soon , as I rubbed the top side , ole I , got miles on her yet , they all broke out laughin just the way I said it I guess , they al gave me a wave , and see ya later bro , like I was part of them . But I was for a minute , thinkin this might , end well , but that was my only spooky experience with them , as they all , whole ocean county chapter, and afew from ny , came to our run at the chicken ranch , in N.J.every year ( they had made a deal with the boss to have their colors on their belts, and not a one said a word about it , they drank ate and laughed at our jokes , told me I was really hard on prospects , as 2 of the guys did something stupid , and the boss told them they had to prospect for this run , and only to our patched members , so the one night they had to wear a huge pumpkin over their heads, eye holes cut out so they , looked goofy , and I’m close to the fire sittin in a chair , and I saw my buddy , who was prospectin that night , he’s carrying a 5 gal bucket , for a member to piss in , me , and doggedly comes over to me , and I looked him in the eyes and said I don’t want you lookin at my junk and spun the pumpkin was look in somewhere else , a continued to piss on his leg , below where his boot stopped it before he got wet and the bucket , those guys laughed , and sed you guys are hard on yer prospects , that’s how we do , I said , and they laughed some more . I loved that brother , as he knew I was just bein an asshole , makin sport of him , but had he he been in my boots , he would have done the same , l still se him every once in a while , but man , the club , was a once ina lifetime gig ! And even though the club has lost most all it’s founding members , there’s sitill some of us second helpin , bros around and we are all gettin old , we still remember , all the good times , and there was always , lots of them !!!
Both the kids and especially people with abuse on their minds need to know that there are people who care and are watching. Keep on rocking the colors.
I always wear my cut when I ride! I’ve earned every patch I display on my cut so therefore I wear my cut proudly. I’ve only had one interaction with a MC. The member from the MC said I’m going to let my guys know your in the area so they look out for you.
Always a biker! Great vid bro! 👊🇺🇸
I tried riding with brother Vets , but whenever they tried to get organized, the Council of Wives inevitably got involved! They even stared allowing non-Vets. They soon had non-Vets wearing military rank and specialty patches and insignias as a 'sign of support', or because a relative earned it.
NEVER WEAR MILITARY BLING YOU DID NOT EARN!
That could/should earn a beating on the level as wearing fake 1% club patches bought on Ebay.
Hats off to your club. I had an easy childhood with loving parents. But I have many friends who weren't so fortunate. Kids are the most precious among us.
Well said!!!! Rock those colors! The mission you guys/gals do is awesome, empowering those who have been abused.. so if you can rock your colors, be proud of it and the mission you provide! Good bless from another 2 wheeler !
Thank you so much for putting this out! It Really Needs to be said and wearing your cut is also honoring the sacrifices made before us!
As a CMA member. Agree 100%!!! Be proud of who you represent!
Excellent topic, please keep them coming. Flying our rag in public identifies who and what we are. Children don't get to choose if they will be victimized, so "we" don't get to choose when or where we do the Mission.
Thank you for what you all do! From a volunteer handler of a certified therapy dog serving our veterans and first responders. Let us all ride on! (Team Bandit)
not a member of an MO, not a member of an MC....LOVE the etiquette protocol information. I appreciate all you share and post. Best line, hands down for this video....."If I offended you, I don't give a SH!T"!!.
Great points and appreciate the stories. For those of us in the community fully understand where your heart was at and what the senior leaders meant. Keep the great content coming.
Absolutely! I'm a member of American Legion Riders for my post. We ride for fun and help veterans, their families, and our community's.
Hey man, as a nearly fifty-year-old budding "motorcycle enthusiast," I appreciate your content. This story of yours seems to be relevant on a much broader scale. I understand that your story is very specific situationally, but it is something I've been learning in my own life. Walking alongside my wife while she died slowly from ALS triggered some massive changes for me. One of those changes came through a similar conversation that I had with a buddy of mine, where he pointed out that I was looking at life through too many lenses, and that I needed to simplify by figuring out my values and living by those alone. I settled on Authenticity, Integrity, Ability, and Grace, and I live my life now through only those values. What happened though, is that I have found that honoring those values means that I don't get to choose when to be who I am anymore. If I don't represent those values in every situation, I fall into conflict, and fear is almost always the only reason I fail at it. So I found myself really relating to your story and understanding the message as a familiar one. It's about creating the kind of character it takes to fly your colors or stay true to your values, and this is another example of how community is sometimes required to keep us on the path.
Keep the shiny side up man.
be well
Good morning Rob,
I am truly sorry for your loss. Thank for sharing your story. You seem to have a good perspective on things.
You are right. If your going to play in the MC world by wearing a cut then you definitely have to respect there bylaws and culture. 👊🇺🇸
Authenticity, Integrity, Ability, and Grace - Thank you! I just printed those out in large format and am going to hang on my wall. Blessings!!!
Great words of advise. I just earned my Cherry last weekend and now I’m beginning to grasp the weight of what you laid down. I find great value in the videos you put out - I’d much rather learn from someone’s mistakes than pay with my own blood. Much respect for your years of service to the mission and the Kids!
MLLH&R
Thank you sir!
Nothing like reality from a brother. Your organization is amazing. Keep the mission going ML&R
This hit me hard as well. I wear the same colors and have been to local bike nights, and I don't always wear my cut when I am not specifically working the mission. But this video was very eye opening for me. Thank you.
I needed to hear this. I am new to the community and didn’t want to seem disrespectful or out of place by wearing it places that I wasn’t with my brothers, but what you said makes total sense. You’re representing and organization, a family alone or not. Great video.
@Joe Lyons
Don’t be a follower, be your own man. Why would you want to be disciplined by other men??? Them telling you what to do???
It’s just stupid.
Thank you for that story bro. The MC life isn’t for everyone but those are a part of it have to respect it at all times! 💪🏽💪🏽
Thanks for the spark of wisdom. I'm not part of any Riding group yet (mostly due to lack of availability to properly participate) And, I have only been riding for a few months. Just been enjoying the bike and the roads and getting into the lifestyle of wearing the gear and carrying around the helmet etc... ANYWAYS, I just wanted to say thank you for being a part of such a meaningful organization. I totally agree that wearing your colors and representing has such value when you can be that beacon of light for anyone in need. Just being a biker now, I have had people come to me to share their stories, some just reminiscing good times when they used to ride, others telling me a tragedy of a friend or family member they lost due to a motorcycle accident; It made their day just getting to talk to me. Even though there's an ounce of annoyance always having everyone say to me, be careful, ride safe; accepting that as their best wishes I always say - thank you , will do.
Here in Holland we (my wife and i) support your cause also, we are no members but wear our support patch proud. Whenever someone asks us what it stands for we give a tiny portion of info and ask if they are willing to visit the website for the whole story.
Keep up the good work man, be proud you are making a difference and keep on riding, thank you!
Keep throwing out those tri-folds!
As a grown man of 50 , I would find it nearly impossible to be told you must do this you can't do that . Yet you did it not for yourself but for somebody who may need or require some help . That takes a very special person to set aside his feelings in order to serve those who have suffered greatly. 👍 Good job man .
yeah I like to ride, but there was a reason I was never in a frat in college
Dude you guys have an amazing mission. I love seeing your members anytime I go to rally's or anything. Just knowing that thier presence is in my area it gives me hope for what some of these kids might go through. Rock your colors proudly man
What MO is he in?
@@chriskeim5699 something you would have to talk to him about man
@@chriskeim5699
if you search "biker children abuse organization", I think it'll pop up at/near the top.
Got nothing but respect for you and your organization. Keep up the good work.
This one hit close for me, with the current state of things in my area. This has been a major thought for me, much love and respect. Fly it loud and fly it proud
Love your Chanel. I've been talking with a gentleman from the local to me chapter of your organization about joining, this is a very important cause to me.
I'm not part of a M.O. or M.C., but I was a United States Marine for 20 years, and I ride. This is like going to a Marines funeral and not putting on that uniform, you don't get to decide if you are still on active duty, so I get this 100%. Ride Safe Brothers.
Once a Marine always a Marine.
@@dontall71 SEMPER FI BROTHER!!
Great job explaining the “why” of wearing your cut. Wear it every time you ride!
honesty is the best policy. You are an honest dude. Good on you.
Thank you for sharing your insight, and the nuances of being a club / organization member. I road for many years, but don’t know too much about the rules. Really profound and informative for those of us that aren’t in a club, the lifestyle or completely know the protocol and the proper behavior!
Right on!
Your recent video on colors has really helped me on a decision on a similar situation. I have been struggling with weather or not to resign my patch. I’ve only a member of the biking community for 5 years but it came along at a dark time in my life and has since helped not only myself but others close to me. Thank you so very much. Ride safe brother... Zeke
I’m pretty sure I’ve figured out what “ group” you ride with .
Good on ya brother !
Always Riding, Never Hiding.
Big Guy , thanks for this . It reminds of one my sayings that I use on the regular . " Be who you are not who They want you to be "
Good video, I ride with an organization that escorts veterans on their last ride , when invited by the family and proudly stand a flag line or a final salute . I have a cut that I wear every where because I’ve had people ask about how they can get our services as well as wanting to join, the organization started when a church in Kansas decided to protest a funeral for a veteran and several good men decided that the family should never have to experience that again and they won’t, it’s grown tremendously over the years till we do honor missions for our vets especially those in convalescent homes, let them know that their not forgotten. We know our place and have gained respect from most all clubs out there, and we give respect, because we’re all part of a community that a lot of people will never get to know, so yes wear that cut everywhere you go, the greatest thing is when this very elderly lady hugged my neck at a restaurant and just said thank you, that was the whole reason I do this, thank you for putting this out there
@Hog Davidson
I stood in a line outside a church in Parkersbug, WV when a young soldier came home after giving the ultimate sacrifice and that church from Kansas had members who were planning to be there to protest his funeral(maybe you were one of those riders)!!!
If I remember correctly, there were 150 Patriot Guard riders and over 2,000 citizens of the local area standing all around that church that day!!!
The Kansas church people were in Mineral Wells, WV and turned tail and ran back to Kansas that day!!!!
They never showed their asses anywhere near that funeral!!!
I rode with Patriot Guard for the first time yesterday, and it most assuredly won’t be my last. Was a very somber, but very assuring experience to see the widow of the gentleman who passed come and hug my neck going “thank you for being here”……like I had to keep from crying, because I know a lot of folks who’ve served, who’ve passed that didn’t get what we gave her. I’m going to be buying a cut and patches here soon, and will gladly rock the colors for them.
PGR member for more than 10 years. Proud to be a member.
Good talk! I always enjoy listening and learning about this club stuff.
Man that makes so much sense. I’m also a member of an MO in SC and am very proud of our organization. I will wear my cut with pride. Thanks man
Thank you for sharing this ,it truly shows the unity involved
Always a great opportunity to learn about something new. Appreciate it.
100% spot on! If you truly earned the privilege to wear a patch, wear it proudly with the respect it and the brotherhood deserve.
So, Im a new rider. Been riding about 2 years. I dont know any of this stuff. I am personally grateful for the lessons in etiquette.
Thank you for this!! It speaks volumes! I always wear my colors. This something I will take back to my organization.
Great video!! I am pretty new to the lifestyle and have been with an assotiation for about a year. Such great advice about wearing a your cut all the time when your on the bike. The assotiation i am with is a veteren assotiation and you just never know when a vet may need help but just doesnt know who to talk to!! Thank you for sharing that story!!
You got this!
Your Brother is obviously a wise man and I can understand why he is usually/always right - loved the story and the life lesson.
I love learning about this world. Thanks for sharing these stories.
100 spot on! Glad to hear you wore your cut. Recently dealt with the when and wear colors could be worn.
I absolutely love the mission that you guys have . Much respect and love to all of you
Even though I am not part of a club or organization I find the information intriguing. I have a lot of respect for that culture and appreciate you sharing the story.
Love and respect man. I learn a lot from your channel; all of it good.
I dig the Captain Spaulding shirt! I am only part an an RG, but we still wear our cuts with pride whenever we ride. MLLH&R
Respect brother! Thank you for sharing this! 😎
Great video. The one thing that never changes is the etiquette in this brotherhood/sisterhood that we belong to.
Love this video and as a member of a riding association I couldn't agree more, well done!
I'm not a part of the community but I appreciate the knowledge you spread
This is an amazing video!!! Absolutely true and very timely!
I know you are a man of integrity and courage. How? Because you take any comment, respectful or otherwise. You don't block nor threaten. You aren't afraid of other people's verbal assaults because you are secure enough in yourself. I am not in an MC and, truthfully, I don't know if they would want me at my age (65), but whatever. When I see the most angry comments, it makes me wonder why they are so angry. Jealousy? I would not be surprised.
I am sure you nailed it. I really appreciate the support. Keep that dirty side down!
I have riden most my life pretty much by myself, occasionally in small groups. But what you said makes a lot of sense about being with an organization and what it means. And of course proudly displaying who you are.
I am enjoying learning more about different things in the biker community.
Not a part off the life but I appreciate the insight. Thanks for telling the story and imparting a bit of wisdom. Ride safe.
thanks for the talk. i am 68 years old and a patriotic American citation. have been all my life. i have never belonged to a MC. but have a few friends that are. they are the most down to earth people on the planet. and i respect them. i have driven motorcycles all my life off and on. i am not just getting back into riding and building/repairing cycles. have been a master auto mechanic all my life, but love the heck out of all motorcycles. mostly i just keep my mouth kinda under control as much as i can when the biker club members come around. like i said, i am good friends with many bike club members. but i know to keep my place around the club members and let my friends defuse any trouble i seem to get myself into more often than i care to admit. i have been straightened out a quite a few times by the biker club members and i always listen to them and take heed to what i am told. yes, been chewed out more times than i like to admit, but i always obey by their rules as they are nice enough to let me know when i get out of line. for the most part MC members are some of my best friends.
thanks again for the chat. and i respect you twice as much because you are a bike mechanic and a member of a MC club. thanks again. edwinstarr22
Love the Captain Spaulding shirt!
I wanted to be in a club once. I loved the brotherhood, the tightness, knowing someone has your back.
But now, I'm an older, (much older), hopefully wiser fellow. And I decided to not pursue such activities.
I'm too old to do all the things they have hopeful prospects do. And frankly bud, I'm not a good ass kisser.
I had a bike, an HD, but honestly, as nice as it was, I didn't trust it.
I didn't trust a machine that had plastic parts in the engine! You say you're a mechanic, so you know what I'm talking about. The 88 Twin Cam to be exact.
Oh yeah, for a ton of money I could have had the engine built like a tank and done away with the plastic.
But a ton of money I was a bit short on.
I used to just like riding bikes for the sheer fun of it. I've rode bikes since the 70s. All street bikes. I've never owned a dirt bike.
Anyway, Weather I was right or wrong to sell the bike, I felt better for it.
If you're already in a club, or whatever, then yeah, you belong. At least until you decide you want out.
I've always been on the outside, And it seems that's the way it's supposed to be...
I wear the same colors, but up north in New York. Just want to thank you for this video. You are absolutely correct. Great reminder about the importance of flying your colors wherever and whenever you ride.
Great story about personal accountability and learning from others. Well done.
Thanks so much!
Great story
Love the respect in this community
Hey brother, love your channel. I’m a chaplain in the CMA - love what you guys stand for. This was a great video, this is one gripe I have with CMA members is they don’t always take the cut seriously
I appreciate the information, I believe the organization you are part of, is one I have been interested in for a long time.
I had my experiences as a young person. Thanks for bringing light to my eyes!
I also understand all that was explained to you and now us / me.
Good video, I actually enjoy your Club culture discussions, but I also enjoy your build adventures as well. Back in my MC days, it was your Cut always, if nothing else, and one set of patches. Running with one of the most aggressive groups and having been through many Club house/yard lock downs, do too issues arising etc. But a no fly, never, wasn’t an option.
Moving on to Rallies, have a crew headed to the Red River Rally in NM, weekend of the 27th. Let’s go!
One of the most important videos you've made to date.
A friend of mine is going to Sturgis for the first time this year, we have both been finding videos to help prepare him for the trip ( I have not been, either). Found your channel and really enjoying all the stories, really enjoying the information. I love love love "do not broadcast when you are supposed to be tuning in" Going to use that moving forward. -Muppet.
I posted this video on my page because it has such a powerful meeting in my life. It's not only about the "Biker lifestyle but it fits every aspect of being the type of person I want to be able to be. So much of the ability to be able to fulfill that desire to be there for people is just having them know you're someone they can talk to. So this video truly touched a deep part in my soul.
Monkey, you guys are doing such incredible work helping these kids. Please always wear that frigging cut anywhere and everywhere you go and be damned proud of that cut as well as the great work that you and your brothers are doing. If anyone ever has a problem with it the problem is clearly with them and not you or your MC!
I too am in a MO that empowers children who have been abused, the weight of our cuts is a heavy one but so worth it. I get far more out of it then what I put in, there is no better feeling then seeing those kids come out of their shell and begin to smile and have fun. Being a part of the mission is the best decision I ever made as a biker and as a man.
Awesome topic. Keep up the fantastic work.
Love what you had to say, really hit home with me.
That was a very good lesson taught I've been riding 50 years I like your clip's keep up the good work 👍😎
Much respect. Thank you for sharing
Thanks brother really made me realize something
Luv ya brother, going to my first meeting, in may, of the organisation that shall not be named can't wait to be part of the mission
You are exactly correct!
I would only say if there is a question, then put on a safety pin below you patch.
Stay safe out there…
Love your mission bud!!!! I would love too be part of that mission! Stay safe and blessed
Eye opening..thank you brother
True talk brother we are who we are and some of us was born into this life..
I'm not part of the culture but I do want to understand it. Appreciate the knowledge and advice you share. "Don't be broadcasting when you should be tuning in'", best line I've heard in a while.
Thanks man, many great rides to you !!
Thanks, you too!
Absolutely agree brother Represent Respect and Honor Says it all!!
I'm not part of the community, but I know what you were saying.... Yes, I was nodding my head. Great vid. Great story teller.
@Professional Monkey
I was on with you guys in your livestream this evening and when you thought I was someone you knew, I gave you my actual first name; I was thorough impressed that you said it correctly when you and Mrs. Monkey read it in the live chat!
Most people don’t get it correct when they read it, so yeah, kudos!!!
You are 100% correct, great content and message. Being retired (when I moved down to FL from NY) from a an MC, I only get to rock my color for club events. For me now, that’s once a year when I ride back up to NY for our annual 4 day weekend get away.
Bruce - what part of NY were u from ? 👍🚬🍷🍺
New to riding. Super interesting to hear about all these rules/regulations/protocols involved in motorcycle clubs/organizations/groups. Ty for the info.
Your brother is a smart man, keep up the good work.
Monkey your great i just found this channel and i wish i knew about you guys when i was growing up!! i was a child of abuse i still deal with the problems that has cause in my adult life!! but i simple got on with my life!! its good to see people who actually care about kids!! ty for all you men n women do to keep the kids safe n help them!! god bless you all be safe!! i have to say i have always respected bikers they are real ppl always ty again!!!! Barb!!
another great video fam. learn so much from these that you put together and share.
Goodness this is fascinating stuff. Pro Monkey, you are highly entertaining, funny and you know your bikes (obviously). But you are also well-spoken and provide details of biker culture in a plain, easily-understandable, yet articulate manner. I'm not a biker, I'm a great grandmother, ret, and love exploring cultures I'm not familiar with. I always have. Plus, when I was a youngen in the Midwest, for a few (unfortunately) short years, I rode and even went on impromptu trips and partied with bikers. Some of the best, most accepting, solid folks I have met in my life. I ended up helping a bunch of bikers through my career and my love of bikers never left me.
I always intended on getting back, buying a new bike (my old one was busted in half by someone I loaned my bike to for one night), but it never happened and finally in my late 30's, I stopped putting "motorcycle operation" on my license. In any event, sorry for the meandering, nothing post. Just wanted to say great video, great story, and great wisdom that I feel can apply to all kinds of identities and belongings. You rock. 🙂
Thanks, I appreciate that!
Being new to working The Mission, I just received my colors back in January. I was told just about the same thing from a few guys in my chapter. I am still new to this whole culture but quickly learning. Enjoy your videos and your content. Keep up the good work.
Love the message. I’d love to be part of a MO in Toronto related to this great cause. Perhaps one day
Well said Brotherman !
Another Great Video !
Keep Up The Great Work !!
😎🤘🌴☀️🔥🎸🇺🇸🦅
Great video... I am part of a religious group patched in by the State Bosses and I wear my colors all of the time no matter what. We do a lot of charity and food distribution and our colors speak volumes about the heart of bikers.