Functional Embroidered Patches Spice Up Uninspired Outfits
I have always fancied embroidery, with its elaborate design, ... on motorcycle biker patches. These embroidered patches can be crafted by hand or through the use of specialized ... embroidered patches are also created by institutions in order to classify membership or rank. Thus [more...]
Date: 2008-10-26 02:00:08
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Operation Black Rain Nets Oregon Mongols
It looks like a new “chapter” is about to be written for Ruben “Doc” Cavazos (former Mongol Motorcycle “Club” President) ... they became full-patch members of the Mongols, which is an outlawed motorcycle gang. They were living ... , but did issue several search warrants. I’ve written previously about motorcycle “clubs” and the Mongols [more...]
Date: 2008-10-21 22:51:18
Feds to Seize Mongols Patch
This article from the LA Times paints a rather disturbing picture of what lengths the feds will go towards eliminating gang violence... http://www ... no different than a rival motorcycle gang. It's not uncommon for a motorcycle club to collect the patches ... that requires every club to register their name and patch with the feds. I won't defend [more...]
Date: 2008-10-21 21:45:00
Unspoken Road Survival - Part 3
Here is where I am going to freak some people out. If the following crap that it is about to fly off my fingertips makes you uneasy then consider ... up on the motorcycle scene to describe bike clubs that were not registered with the AMA. The 1% is a badge of honor for the "outlaw" motorcycle patch holder of today. However, let's not forget there are [more...]
Date: 2008-10-20 22:16:00
Adaptable Embroidered Patches Improve Uninspired Outfits
Adaptable Embroidered Patches Improve Uninspired Outfits See more in Crafts I have always fancied embroidery, with its elaborate pattern, ... their uniqueness or to display art or expressions like what you see on motorcycle biker patches ... as appealing and meticulously woven as the pieces we now admire in stores. However, embroidered patches [more...]
Date: 2008-10-30 08:47:44
Motorcycle Club or Gang?
A while back I read a story by a newspaper columnist from out west somewhere and he stated that a motorcycle “gang” had showed up in his town ... that rides a motorcycle and wears a jacket with patches on the back is going to murder and rape ... to get into a motorcycle club as opposed to the local Rotary. When you go through the process [more...]
Date: 2008-11-24 17:42:12
Odds and Ends
I recently finished reading a book by William Queen called Under and Alone. It’s the true story of how Queen, an ATF (Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms) federal agent, went undercover and infiltrated the Mongols, the most notorious motorcycle gang ... , and certain patches that are awarded for various notorious feats. These are some really bad dudes- very [more...]
Date: 2008-10-30 14:50:25
Tyre machines
Hi guys. Happy to meet you with an interesting article . Most of us have cars at home .It very hard to repair the cars if any ... Lead Free Balance weights, Tyre Machines,Tubeless valves for car and motorcycle, repair patches ... , tyre inflation gauges as well as all airline fitting connectors and parts. They carry ranges [more...]
Date: 2008-05-16 16:00:43
Music And Angels Mix
One of the cool things about the internet is discovering a taste of world knowledge while sitting on the peripheral edge ... which allows them to confiscate ‘motorcycle club’ assets, including the club brand (”patches” ... of my post-election withdrawal therapy has been background research on the only Hell’s Angels Motorcycle [more...]
Date: 2008-11-07 18:34:35
Operation Black Rain Nets Oregon Mongols
It looks like a new “chapter” is about to be written for Ruben “Doc” Cavazos (former Mongol Motorcycle “Club” President) ... They were so experienced… they became full-patch members of the Mongols, which is an outlawed motorcycle ... trafficking charges. Nothing as of yet out of Oregon press. I’ve written previously about motorcycle “clubs [more...]
Date: 2008-10-21 22:51:18
Asset forfeiture brought to a new level
http://www.downsizedc.org/… “If the court grants our request … then if any law enforcement officer sees a Mongol wearing his patch, ... Motorcycle club for racketeering on October 21. The indictment included federal seizure of the “Mongols” [more...]
Date: 2008-11-03 17:58:15
Covering a Hells Angels funeral
Story and photos by Jeremy Spitz It was a hazy morning in Daly City, but the thunder did not come from the sky ... Ablett, 37, of Modesto, a member of the rival Mongols Motorcycle Club, the chief suspect ... of patches reading, “Hells Angels Brotherhood, Filthy Few, and Frisco Forever.” Speeches from friends [more...]
Date: 2008-09-16 20:47:33
The 1% Solution? This is my turf & I've got the patch to prove it!
A post and comment thread caught my eye over at motorcycle philosophy ... that any club thinks they own territory and that no motorcycle rider should dare wear a patch ... some comments about the post from an anonymous reader, "For me, a club like yours is a complete [more...]
Date: 2008-10-01 09:25:00
Dear Pervert(s),
I understand (kind of) that you live a lonely, deserted life with no women who care about you ... weird. No, the club patches on your motorcycle jacket don’t help. Neither does your long scraggly hair [more...]
Date: 2008-10-16 22:21:59
Judge bans Mongols from wearing trademark logo
Full Quote: LOS ANGELES (AP) — Mongols can no longer wear patches bearing the motorcycle gang's insignia following what appears to be an unprecedented court order stripping them [more...]
Date: 2008-10-26 03:20:26
Judge bans Mongols from wearing trademark logo
Thu Oct 23, 4:14 AM EDT Mongols can no longer wear patches bearing the motorcycle gang’s insignia following what appears to be an unprecedented court order stripping them of their trademarked logo [more...]
Date: 2008-10-23 19:23:09
[$34.75] Diamond Plate HandSewn Pebble Grain Genuine Leather Motorcycle Chaps by OhBuyIt
Features six patches: USA RT66 SO MANY ROADS ITS NOT THE DESTINATION HANGUP LIVE TO RIDE. Cut for comfort and trimmed with silver tone hardware. Available in Small, Medium, Large, XLarge, 2XLarge, 3XLarge MSRP:$79.99 SHIPPING:$5.00 [more...]
Date: 2008-12-01 03:18:37
Federal Hordes Pillage Mongol Private Property
D o w n s i z e r - D i s p a t c h Quotes of the Day: ... Department indicted 79 members of the Mongol Nation Motorcycle club for racketeering on October 21 ... his patch, he will be authorized to stop that gang member and literally take the jacket right off [more...]
Date: 2008-11-03 16:04:24
[$33.67] Diamond Plate Rock Design Buffalo Leather Motorcycle Jacket by OhBuyIt
Features multiple patches zippered front nylon lining Nehru collar and zippered closure wrists. Embroidered patches are included and already sewn in place MSRP: $98.95 SHIPPING: $5.00 [more...]
Date: 2008-11-03 04:10:49
Federal hordes pillage Mongol property
“If the court grants our request … then if any law enforcement officer sees a Mongol wearing his patch, ... indicted 79 members of the Mongol Nation Motorcycle club for racketeering on October 21 [more...]
Date: 2008-11-04 16:29:06
Tire Pressure Gauges
MOTORCYCLE TIRE PRESSURES are critically important since the small patch where your tire meets the road means everything to staying upright. The tire and inflation pressures you choose are largely [more...]
Date: 2008-11-08 08:31:36
Mark Stephen Matulin
Mark Stephen Matulin, 52, of Corona, California, died September 20, 2008, as a result of a traffic accident ... opportunities. He and his wife were members of the JUSTUS Motorcycle Club of California and he served ... and nephews, and Patches & Bear. Service will be held Saturday, September 27th, 11:00am [more...]
Date: 2008-09-24 23:51:53
Caricature theme - wedding @ Disneyland
Client's brief:- "- My wife joey and i will be riding my motorcycle as attached.( ... a movie starts. - along the path will be patches of greens as if we are coming from a place of beautiful [more...]
Date: 2008-11-07 12:09:30
I cut corners
Lots and lots of corners were cut today. I still have more to cut but just a few. Mostly its sewing the rest of the way that needs doing ... now in the evening which is really nice. You can see the dark patches around Miss Abby's eyes where ... for the grill.And got startled by a motorcycle on the main road. Let me in!!! He says.We also found this guy [more...]
Date: 2008-08-30 21:40:00
The Pediatric Burn-Scar Garment Fund
One of the requirements in the Constitution of the Freedom Riders Motorcycle Association of Northern Ontario is that and excess monies raised must be ... ), with her cabbage patch demo doll, and indefatigable Freedom Rider Shirley. Membership Director Gary talks ... on a cold, grey day. My big challenge, as head and only club bookkeeper, was to come [more...]
Date: 2008-10-25 22:35:22
Hyundai Sonata takes on rivals
This sedan can give the other Asian automakers a run for their money ... accents and all the farkles (that's a motorcycle term for added goodies) that consumers think are almost ... , when I encountered a few rough patches of road. By this I don't mean Rough Road, just your normal city streets [more...]
Date: 2008-11-18 15:36:00
Officers Down
Today I honor 15 officers who gave their lives in the line of duty. All of the information below comes from the Officers Down Memorial Page (ODMP ... .org). We still have far to many officers dying from automobile and motorcycle accidents. This needs to change. One officer was shot to death while sitting in his patrol car. Patch image [more...]
Date: 2008-11-02 22:15:24
Bear with me!
It's a well-known fact, among my close friends, that I am a Salvation Army addict. Let me clarify: I am a Wednesday ONLY Salvation Army addict ... Navy jeans, Gap slacks, a l/s blue and brown striped Gap t-shirt with darling brown elbow patches ... bulldog design on the back of it, and a red Gymboree t-shirt with a chopper motorcycle on the front [more...]
Date: 2008-10-24 13:43:00
Homeroom Clothing
Homeroom updated their online store with some of their best cut & sew pieces. Above is the Flannel & Portman. The Flannel comes in the military colorway featuring detailed patch work and custom buttons. The Portman is made of 100% cotton, and is inspired by a vintage motorcycle jacket. In the cuffs [more...]
Date: 2008-11-18 20:51:13
Denver Police: Beware of Bicycles, Maps
Denver Police: Beware of Bicycles, Maps Posted by Michael Scherer | Comments (91) | Permalink | Trackbacks (0) ... responding emergency vehicles." Helmets: "Football, baseball, motorcycle and bicycle helmets ... violent protesters use in the past, stuff like cell phones, shoes, pants, beards, peace sign patches [more...]
Date: 2008-08-21 00:24:49
Australian Rebels MC Officers Indicted
Rebels MC PerthI just wanted to point out that on the above jacket, ... on top, patch in middle, area controlled on bottom. Note the area controlled is designated as "Australia." Take that, other Australian Motorcycle Clubs.Two members of the Rebels motorcycle gang have made [more...]
Date: 2008-11-26 16:12:00
The skull and bones cufflinks betrayed me. I was at the far end of the bar when she arrived. She didn't walk so much as she floated ... coat look like a motorcycle jacket. That's just what she did to stuff. When she wore a tie ... mysterious. All brass snaps and Bemberg. Front patch pockets with suede trim. Hands that walked [more...]
Date: 2008-10-30 12:33:43
Federal hordes pillage Mongol property
http://www.downsizedc.org/blog/federal-hordes-pillage-mongol-propertyQuotes of the Day: "If the court grants our request .. ... of the Mongol Nation Motorcycle club for racketeering on October 21. The indictment included federal seizure ... . then if any law enforcement officer sees a Mongol wearing his patch, he will be authorized [more...]
Date: 2008-11-03 15:16:00
Federal hordes pillage Mongol property
Quotes of the Day: "If the court grants our request .. ... of the Mongol Nation Motorcycle club for racketeering on October 21. The indictment included federal seizure ... . then if any law enforcement officer sees a Mongol wearing his patch, he will be authorized [more...]
Date: 2008-11-03 14:55:00
Mongols in the spotlight in Tuesday's Column
About the time Ruben "Doc" Cavazos published his autobiography, "Honor Few, Fear None," his life as an outlaw motorcycle gang member began to come apart. The book, published in June ... , on the day the book was published by HarperCollins, Cavazos awarded patches to two members accused [more...]
Date: 2008-10-28 17:04:36
More progress: imagine the excitement
Last night, after a month of sleeping on my back, I discovered that I am again able to roll onto my sides, either side, without serious discomfort ... , sandy patches...Every short walk is an adventure.My left leg is still swollen but you can see a knee ... real. Too close.I also watched the Superbike races (motorcycle road races) from Donington [more...]
Date: 2008-09-08 08:14:00
Criterion dates Burnout Paradise 'Cagney' update
Filed under: Sony PlayStation 3, Microsoft Xbox 360, Driving Burnout Paradise's forthcoming "Cagney" patch will peel out on Thursday, ... drivers can also look forward to finally being able to orchestrate their crashes to custom soundtracks ... wheels spinning, at least until August when we begin to send motorcycles careening onto oncoming [more...]
Date: 2008-06-09 13:00:00
My Vet Can Still Kick Ass
I bought the above patch for my Vietnam Vet and gave it to him last week because that’s exactly how I feel about him and he said ... . When we first got together it was fun going to all the different swap meets and motorcycle functions ... . I intend to actually learn to ride my little Suzuki next year because this is my life and I’ [more...]
Date: 2008-11-18 08:23:58
New Honda Stunner Motorcycle
In the cold environs of a hotel coffee shop near Milan, a raging debate was er, raging. Except that debates are two-sided and this one wasn't. You see, manufacturers are too polite to telljournos off, and journos are never short of opinions. So we were, as a group, telling the two chaps from Honda that their current product lines were, in a word, [more...]
Date: 2008-10-28 06:09:38
All The Way Home
The province of Nova Scotia is a gigantic hammerhead-shaped peninsula that attaches to New Brunswick at Moncton, northeast of Maine. A straight line from our present position to the aerodrome that will be this airplane's home cuts across the Bay of Fundy, a stretch of open water treacherous to decent-sized boats, let alone little airplanes [more...]
Date: 2008-09-19 02:04:00
More Musings of Edward Cullen
It's getting to be that special time of the month soon kids! The 21st is around the corner and the Muse and many of her friends ( ... in the Mall that had Twilight gear. We ended up snatching up several T-Shirts, patches, totes, and various ... is a car/motorcycle person and totally appreciates the cracky Volvo fun! For those of you who just can't [more...]
Date: 2008-11-14 01:40:00
God, It Feels Great To Ride In The Fall...
There are an incredible variety of alarm clocks around today. The most common are the discount drug store kind that provide the standard annoying buzzer alarm in a plain white plastic housing. Unless you are waking up to do something incredibly exciting (and the categories here are extremely limited) [more...]
Date: 2008-11-06 20:12:00
Yamaha FZ16
Yamaha's previous attempts at offering motorcycles tailor made for India bombed while even Hondas and Suzukis didn't garner significantly warmer receptions. Finally, Yamaha India has gotten it right. A few years after Bajaj pulled off ... , at Yamaha's production facility at Iwata, Japan, I witnessed the awesome FZ1 attaining final form [more...]
Date: 2008-10-22 05:00:12
The Breast Cancer 3-Day Walk, Atlanta 2008
Breast cancer is a terrible disease which seems to be affecting everyone I know - everyone has a story. In 2007 it was estimated there were 180,000 new diagnoses and 40,000 deaths - both men & women. Breast cancer isn’t the number one killer of women - but I really feel we are the generation who can make a difference - to help those fighting it [more...]
Date: 2008-11-18 18:24:56
Burnout Paradise Bikes DLC to add 15 hours of playtime
Filed under: Game Patches, News The next free DLC involving motorcycles for Burnout Paradise formerly known as Davis has been aptly renamed Burnout ... ." A motorcycle-license career path will be added. The new content will add about 15 hours of playtime. A day-night cycle and weather will be introduced. Motorcycle vs. car not in this expansion [more...]
Date: 2008-08-04 13:00:00
Vanson Leathers "Strip" Motorcycle Jacket
Vanson Leathers' latest is a unique, lightweight, comfortable, flattering American-made motorcycle jacket. By Art Friedman. http://images ... and protective motorcycle-apparel materials—leather and Cordura—in a single jacket. Starting with a no-collar ... , in perforated leather.The Strip comes in men's sizes XS to XXXXL. The Large that I tried fit [more...]
Date: 2008-11-06 03:02:00
Ceterum Censeo Carthaginem Esse Delendam
Los Angeles, CA Yesterday, 61 members of the Mongols Motorcycle Club were rounded up across seven states on an 86-count racketeering indictment ... . I guess this means that they're really The Mongols Motorcycle Club(tm), right? Anyway, if they lose ... grows. Rape the horses and ride off on the women. Though I can certainly get behind that thinking [more...]
Date: 2008-10-22 16:43:00
Norm’s Top Of The TBR Pile
Including Reviews of: JUDAS GOAT by Greg F. Gifune and THE DAMNED by William Ollie Written by Norm Rubenstein Between my gigs as a reviewer and/or columnist for Horror World, Fear Zone, Pod Of Horror, SHROUD Magazine, and here at The Horror-Mall, as well as the additional books and magazines I regularly read just for sheer pleasure, [more...]
Date: 2008-11-02 15:52:39
Biker’s Handbook by Jay Barbieri - book review
Proctoring the S.A.T. may not be my first choice of what to do on a Saturday morning, but hey, ... weeks ago, I earned my $100 while reading Biker’s Handbook—Becoming Part of the Motorcycle Culture ... of the Harley Davidson company and the motorcycle industry in America. I may not necessarily agree [more...]
Date: 2008-11-11 02:16:03
Will a Mongol Give You the Jacket Off His Back?
Thomas O’Brien, the U.S. Attorney for the Central District of California, has a reputation for aggressiveness. Now he’s taking on the Mongols, a West Coast motorcycle gang whose Web site, depicting a skull ... motorcycle gang member vest is displayed during a news conference Tuesday, Oct. 21, 2008, in Los [more...]
Date: 2008-10-23 15:08:57
