“Never miss an opportunity to STFU”…. That’s excellent advice for all walks of life. Really good advice and video. You can absolutely hear the passion in your voice for what you’re doing, and that’s a great thing my man. Keep on keeping on and don’t worry about the haters.
@@I_irritate_assholes A true M/C would never accept LEO into a club. If they make an oath to the law, and then break the law, they have no honor. If they turn an eye to a member breaking the law, they have no honor. If you are in a club, and you snitch on your “brothers” you’re not a brother.
excellent advice for future prospects and anyone looking to get involved with an mc. i spent 18 months in my prospect period and i learned so much information. Keep up the good content man! earned yourself a sub from me.
Solid video…solid advise for people who are not into MC’s. Especially if they are gonna be around the community. Knowing “some protocol” is smart if you intend to be in the company of MC’s. Good stuff man!
This is 100% spot on. I love how you are showing the reality of the entire club world. You get what you give. Smitty, this is the best prospect video, in every way, I've ever seen. My Dad would be giving you mass kudos.
Hey there Big Smitty!! ... Thanks for this well made video on the subject of being a "Prospect" 👍👍.. I've been riding off and on all of my life and you are what we used to call a "Righteous" motorcycle enthusiast Man! .. Keep the rubber side down now! 💪✌️❤️🩹🇺🇸😎
Great video! And those principles don't just apply to MC prospects, they should be applied everywhere in life. Always do your best to be your best for yourself as well as those around you, and for ANY organization you may be a part of. I will likely never be a prospect or even a hang-around, but I definitely appreciate that dedication to something. Much respect!
Thank you very much for the kind words and for watching! I agree that working hard and doing your best should be something we do everyday. I always appreciate when people who have no desire to be in a club see the value in certain aspects of club life! Thanks again!
Your attitude is fucking amazing!!!!! I’m starting my hang around and everything I had going on in my mind you have just made me resolute and I’d just like to say good luck all the best and thanks!!😊
Thank you very much. I appreciate the kind words and the support. Just keep plugging away and enjoy the process! There’s a ton to learn and a lot to do. But it’s worth it! Good luck and thanks for watching!
Dedication, loyalty, respect and attitude. You have all of the desired traits clubs look for. Congrats, and enjoy prospecting, some of the best times of my life! Cheers Fitzy HOOLIGANS MC, Sudbury ON.
Thank you very much! I appreciate the encouragement and the advice. It always helps when a club member gives advice from their experience. I greatly appreciate it!
I am not a club member of any kind, but you better believe I have respect for anyone who can prospect and be a contribution to there club. Good job and I had to comment cause I know it helps the algorithm
Thank you very much! I appreciate the comment and I appreciate you watching! I agree, much respect to anyone who has gone thru the process and has done what it takes to earn that full patch status!
@@BigSmittyRiding I got a 9 month old baby at home and I work 6 days a week. I can barely find free time to ride let alone have club responsibilities. Much respect to you, keep doin what your doin
Cool video dude. I love the Biker aesthetic and the Alpha mindset as well as some aspects of the culture. However as a rider myself, I could never be tied down to some small group as such. Furthermore as a Conservative American, I'll only give my life for two things, my family and my country. I'll be damned if I'm gonna die for some motorcycle club. Fuck that.
Thanks for watching and for the comment. I’m with you, it isn’t for everyone and the culture has its quirks that make it very hard to grasp and hard to believe that people would be willing to give everything up for their club. Club is family to the members which is the reason they are willing to die for it. Thanks again and I appreciate you watching.
Being a Prospect is an honor. Should be treated as such. Never wait to be told to do anything. Always stand up for your Club. My brother is bringing me to the Clubhouse this weekend and I am meeting the Chapter President. I spent 7 years in the US Army and I miss the camaraderie with the soldiers I served with. So being a prospect to me is an honor. Hell wash a members bike. Naw. Detail it. Make is shine like a diamond.
Man good luck to you. You have the right attitude and you seem to be motivated. I agree with everything you said. Thanks for the comment and for watching.
@@BigSmittyRiding thank you. I am now a supporting member of the Legion Riders Post 443 Elmira NY. I have to get my motorcycle license before being a full member so I am taking the course and it’s 2 days
Well to some people it doesn’t and to some it makes perfect sense. I don’t judge either way as long as people are happy with their decisions then good on them. Thanks for watching and Merry Christmas.
Back in late 75 , I got invited to a run , by this hang around with one of the 2 clubs that was having this run . I had 2 bikes there , the 50 fl , pan , that was old school , foot clutch, jockey shift , 21” frt wheel , apes , and a sporty, which was pretty much stock . But I just sat by my bike , until they came to my bike , and one of the guys from the larger club , of the 2 , after 2 days , asked me if I wanted to prospect . All the club members , took notice , of me , they , saw how I handled myself , how I talked , acted , and they knew what I was , I got along with them , I felt like , my marine, buddies , alot where vets , from nam . I had never been , I should have , but nixion , saw fit that the closest I got was okinawa, for a year , I was in 71-75 . But , I showed that I had class , knew how to give and get , respect ! When to talk , all that lifestyle had to offer , and I could hold my own , that a member , wouldn’t ask you to do , shit ,that he wouldn’t do , and that went for most crazy thing you they could think of . I never had to do that grunt work , wash , bikes , do dishes, they knew from day one , that would do anything asked of me , and quick , and balls , they knew I was crazy , so a lot of times , I was the entertainment, I could make them laugh , till their guts was hurting . That’s why I made full patch in just 59 days , I got asked to be an officer of the club , shortly after , the treasurer, the rode cap , always had me up front , cause I had the coolest ,loudest bike in the chapter . Now , the club , is just fading into history, as most of the old guard , have died , and the interest, just didn’t grow , I dropped back , in 04 , due to health issues , but I still see them , the ones who are left ! I sure as fuck , miss those those old times , with my brothers , riding side by side , raising hell where ever we went , and have lost a lot of my , brothers, in arms , it was the best , days in my life , bar none , but , time goes on……..
Thank you very much for sharing that story! That sounds like an amazing time and the kind of thing most of us only dream of being a part of. You’re right, time marches in rather we are ready or not. Thank you very much for watching and for the awesome comment. I greatly appreciate. Much respect.
Just got this today , but back in the day , everbody , was checked out real good , before they even got asked to prospect … so if a brother told you to do some thing , first off , my post , sounded a bit faggy , that most def , was not the case ! I said just short of that , I should have clarified, no one was ever asked to do any thing in that regard , but I did have like 8 prospects , climb on top of the edge , of the beer truck , drop trow , pull their ass cheeks apart , and bend over so all the club could hear them as they yelled , “I Am an , asshole” it was well received ,but it was not the norm ! But unlike some clubs , back then once you got the patch , you was a brother , no xceptions , if you wanted to fight , well , ya just worked that out yerselves ! But that was the end of it ! But fuck , them , was the good ole days , and I got to be apart of it , big time ! 😁
Man I’m jealous! I’m 47 and I’ve seen some wild shit and been involved in some, but I’d have liked to be around to see it when things were truly wild and brotherhood was as strong as it’s portrayed to be today. Thanks again for the comment and for sharing your amazing experiences!
Thank you very much! It’s one of the Renegade Classics brand vests. Black denim and leather. Bought locally in Houston but they have a few other shops. Look them up at www.bikeroutletstore.com/
I have been a full patch in my club since 2017 and when I was hang around I jumped up to help prospects out when they were slammed even after getting my Full Patch I never quit prospecting would still jump to help out good luck hope you get your patch and cherish it
Thank you very much for the kind words! I'm with you, never stop helping and never stop prospecting. I can't wait to get my patch but I'm enjoying the process! Thank you very much for the comment and for watching.
@@erickuhn703 well… my chapter dissolved. Made it 141 days as a prospect before it happened. Enjoyed my time in the club and as a prospect. Right now I’m waiting a few months out of respect and looking for the right club for me. Thanks for asking.
Yup. I can’t say I know anything about being in the service but I do understand having to prove yourself if you want something bad enough. Thank you for your service to our country and thanks for watching.
What the... Guess for whatever reason the previous post had to be removed and repeated. Can't recall what I said. Had the Valk out filming the last few days. That Sugru is working GREAT. Thank you sir for the recommendation. I managed to get five videos up the last couple days. I went riding again yesterday and filmed all of it, but when I got home I realized my GoPro was pointed at the tank the whole time. DAMMIT! Guess I'll have to wait a while before I can do that again. Cold weather is here. Have a great weekend my friend! Tongue click and fingers pointed back atcha! 📵😜🕶👍👉👉👅👌😎🍺🍹🥃🏍🏍🏍
I moved from a 99% club to prospect for a 1% club. Was asked if I wanted to be fast tracked and I chose to prospect. I feel that a patch earned is better then a patch given
I wish more car clubs had a semblance of the belonging of MCs. Sad truth is that most guys in car clubs dont even care about their cars all that much. Apathy is a terrible spreading disease.
I agree with you that apathy is definitely a dangerous disease that is spreading quickly. I’ve always enjoyed cars but motorcycles have a soul that has just appeals more to me. Thanks for watching and for the feedback!
Did you become a member yet? I really wan a join a club. But I've spoken to people about 1% clubs and of course I've seen SAMCRO and that's not really what I'm looking for. I'm totally down with being a prospect (cleaning, helping out etc) but I don't wanna be told to hurt or kill someone to join the club. Which I've been told is a common request for prospective members. Is this true?
No, no that’s not true. No club is gonna tell you to hurt someone or commit a crime. That’s how the media and fake television shows portray clubs. Find a club in your area and start spending time around them and you’ll see what they are about and that it’s nothing like what you see on tv. Thanks for watching.
If you are asked how long you have been a Prospect the ONLY ANSWER is NOT LONG ENOUGH! If you tell someone the actual amount of time you will get time added!
What would a shirt with brass knuckles and 2222 in each knuckle signify? It's an exs shirt but idk if he lied about like... everything... Maybe he did opt out for me... maybe he lied...
So the 22 is for the 22nd letter in the alphabet V. There a big 1% that starts with a V. Now I can’t say for sure if that shirt is affiliated with them but a Google search of the shirts colors and any symbols will show you if this shirt is one if there’s. I don’t say names on purpose because If I do you’ll have a bunch of people on here jumping to conclusions. Check it out and you can verify if what he said was true or not. Thanks for watching!
I'm trying to find two specific pieces of information. 1) What do these clubs do? I've heard of "putting in the work" but nobody likes to mention the work. 2) I'm in the Midwest. How does any of this exist, in 2ft of snow?
So putting in work is working for your club. Any tasks that need to be done to keep the club running smoothly. Simple things like cleaning or bigger tasks like errands for the club or making preparations for meetings, runs etc. There’s a ton of Midwest clubs that ride. Idk about how they handle things when it’s deep snow but I assume they ride as much as possible while they can. Thanks for watching!
I came close to being a Prospect, but unfortunately the club disbanded or whatever. Anyways, I was told by the member who tried to recruit me. That if someone dares me to do something, as a Prospect, I have to take that dare. But, there is a loophole on a chance to get out of it. Take the dare, but tell the member who made the dare that they have to do it with you.
Clubs and chapters are disbanded from time to time. I had the same thing happen to me. As far as the dare goes, I’ve never been told to tell them to do the dare with me. I’ve been told numerous times they won’t as or dare you to do anything they wouldn’t do. But different clubs have different ways so that could be what’s expected for that club. Thanks for watching and good luck to you.
grate video my self and some friends got an invite to a club I have a lot of respect for the club everything was going grate I did not talk to anyone unless I was talk to first. could you please let some people out there not to do what a x-friend did at the club I tried to tell him not to do what he did he told me to go F **k my self so I walked away and did not get involved. He sat on a club member bike and he ended up in hospital for 2 weeks. Because I did not jump in to help him out he and the other two are calling me a coward. Did I do the right thing in walking away or not.
That’s a tough situation to be in. First of all he should know better than to sit on anyone’s bike, ever unless he was asked to do so. Non club members would have done the same thing to him in most cases. Secondly, if you tried to warn him and he ignored you then that’s on him, not you. You tried to help him and he’s just mad he got his ass kicked. Bad situation to be in but in my mind you did what you could and he should have known better. Thanks for watching and good luck to you.
I'm currently in the Prospect/Probation period, and I really am learning a lot so far. Still, loving every minute of it. Great video, with some good info. Thanks (y) I was chatting to the president at the clubhouse last night, and he said that the probation period is to break the person down, to build them back up again. What are you thoughts on that?
Thank you very much for the kind words and for watching! He’s right in a sense. The probation period is for you to prove yourself. Do you have what it takes? Can you think under pressure? Are you dedicated etc? Once that’s over and you become full patch none of what you went thru matters! But my advice is to always be prospecting! Always be working for the club and willing to do jobs no one else wants to do. Good luck!
Big Smitty much Respect to you and your club.i liked the way you put that down cus it's true.som guys really don't know what ther getting in to some times
Former support here: Even though i didn't get to the prospect phase (gang dismantled in 2020), i really offered my help any time possible. Need spoons? Mikelodeon goes for them. Need smokes? Let Mikelodeon go get you some. Also, when we finally got decent chairs, i went with the Sgt. at Arms (my sponsor) to mount them (We are best friends and we were on our university years) one by one in one afternoon and then stamping them up with the MG's logo. When i met the main MC on our area (Abutres Europe) i stood there, i got introduced by the Sgt at Arms to one of the highest members in our country, my presence got accepted. I only spoke when i had to. One protocol thing i did was to stand up when someone came into the Club House, even tho it was not needed to, the higher ups saw it as i was respecting the members. One thing i remember very well is when i got the leather vest and the support patch: October the 1st 2019 (gang dismantled because the VP moved to Germany and the MC world was really unstable, so we had no option). Last thing: I really loved to go to places with the vest on. It was amazing. I was representing the club, even tho i was just a support/hang around. People looked at us amazed by our colours. I really miss 2.19. BSSF
Anyone who has ever been in a fraternal order knows the value of a probationary period. You need to ensure the people applying for membership embrace the values of the organization and it's members, and their commitment to positively contribute to group and its members. Whether you call it a prospect, pledge, entered apprentice, what have you, this time is precious and important.
Depends. Most clubs won’t do that but I’ve heard of some that have. But most clubs wouldn’t do that to a prospect or degrade them like that. Thanks for watching.
Thank you very much for watching. I was fully patched in an RC after my MC chapter disbanded. Currently not in a club but very much support clubs and the club community.
Good video! People need to understand that they don’t have to understand. If they don’t get this mc thing, they don’t even have to watch and comment. We people are individuals and that’s the whole beauty of it :) Some are cut for the mc set, some are not. It doesn’t change his/her value as an individual. ML&R /Heikki Stockholm Sweden
I like the idea of clubs and brotherhood, but I just can't imagine sticking up for a "brother" that's wrong in situations-...I mean a psycho or lawless "brother" could get you killed for no reason and I would never want to be obligated to stick up for someone who doesn't care about their life at the expense of yours because of their demons....that just doesn't feel like brotherhood to me...you pulling them back and telling them they're in the wrong and talking some sense into them seems more like legit family...but I'm only speculating from TH-cam videos of what it's actually like from way on the outside looking in..all clubs are different I'm sure.
I see your point. And I’ll agree that if someone is hell bent on hurting themselves it’s hard to support them. But most brothers won’t put you in that position. 99% of them won’t. But even if they are wrong you stand by your fellow club members. And they’ll stand by you even if your wrong. Then deal with the situation afterwards. Just my opinion. Thanks for the feedback and for watching.
Man kudos for such a great video. All love and support to you. Keep up the good work. I'm here in Egypt in the phase of "Club Support". Looking forward to move for being a "hangaround" and then a "Prospect" :)
Thank you very much for watching and for the kind words. Good luck to you as you go thru the process of one day becoming a member! Learn as much as you can and show them that you are interested and willing to put the work in!
Good jumping off video bud. Also maybe check out four for the road on podcast or youtube. There's a lot of info from dudes in different areas and different clubs contributing info there. Keep grinding bud, best advice I can give is never stop working for your club. Remember titles and offices just mean more work, not less...
Good video man... My uncle went through the hang around and prospect phase in his 60s.! At 65 he was voted in... Without mentioning club name its a 1% club... You don't have to be a certain age to be in an MC unless that club has an age restriction and as far as I no there is none
That’s awesome about your uncle! Most clubs don’t have an age restriction, that’s absolutely correct! Yeah I learned never stop working and never stop prospecting. Thanks for watching and for the comment!
@@BigSmittyRiding I'm joking around.. I'm a victim of police brutality and I just sent the captain your video lol I HATE COPS I'm studying brotherhoodds I think NYPD set up those 2 cops in the Bronx to generate sympathy A 22 & 27 year old were shot dead in a Bronx raid Both minorities If you were a member wouldn't you watch the backs of rookies?
I use to ride with a MC and I see nothing wrong what you were saying being a prospect is a learning Phase when it's time your Club will give you full colors with a big party you will never forget it's all about a Brotherhood
Absolutely. There’s plenty of coed clubs with female members. The majority of MC’s are men only and there’s quite a few Female only clubs as well. And the fact is there are few if any clubs that view women as toys. There might be individual members who do but the majority of clubs do their best to protect the wives, girlfriends and any female members in the coed clubs.
Hey bother, Got lots of respect in my book bro been following you on and off as time permits. The fam, shop, and life always throws a wrench at ya from time to time, great vid, love you book ideas, wish much. I have no dowt that you will be a great asset to the club. Good luck & Safe travels to you and the fam,
Hanging around at the moment myself and I got my first Harley too (am building it) I'm learning as I go and I carry a pen and a note pad incase something needs remembered but thanks to your videos I learn something new. Patch looks good on you makes me feel good about being a big guy on a bike.
Thanks man! Always carry that pen and note pad. Let’s everyone know you are serious about remembering things and that you care. Good luck to you and enjoy the journey! Let me k ow how your build turns out and how the Hangaround process is going. Thanks for watching!
@@extremebaggers7817 for the most part it's all together however I have some odds and ends to fix up and I've actually heard it fire up and it sounds amazing like a lion roaring or kitten purring. I need a battery a tensioner cable a horn and mirrors and it's show time. It would be completely finished but I lost my job due to covid related issues at work
@@BigSmittyRiding things are going well bikes running and I'm far past hanging around. Wish you were here to meet the guys. Stay safe or as my brothers say drive fast and take chances....
Great videos , I’ve learned and learning a lot from watching your videos . Everything said i take into consideration. A lot i did not know about cuts . I actually respect it a lot more. I wear a plain black cut when i ride and im a new rider . Learning about bikes “ my bike “ specially. Hope to one day owe a Harley Davidson n to have the honor to be a part of a club or even have the privilege to be a ride a long at that . I enjoy these videos .
Essentially, you want to treat the clubhouse and the club member’s bikes as your own, and you have a $h¡t ton of OCD. I have a $H¡t ton of OCD, and back when I was living at home (I’m in a nursing home due to Multiple Sclerosis), I used to do the dishes two to three times a day, I smoked back then (nicotine accelerates the progression of Multiple Sclerosis, so I quit cold turkey the day I was diagnosed), all of my ashtrays were spotless, looking brand new, I vacuumed in straight lines, and those were just the tip of the Proverbial Iceberg. Y’know, because you want, no NEED the club to be your own. The first motorcycle clubs were created by men coming home from war. Hence President, VP, etc… Prospecting is the motorcycle club’s version of bootcamp. There are a plethora of other similarities between the military and motorcycle clubs. Seriously, the longer this post is, the more circular it’ll become. So yeah, those are my thoughts. Love the video. These were just my thoughts while watching it. I grew up in a heavily uniformed neighborhood (military, police, etc…) and I took Army JROTC all four years in high school. Hey, sometimes there is a need for a woman’s POV. Y’know, just not IN the clubhouse, and definitely not in front of another club member. lol Just sayin’… (Okay, now I'm officially done. lol smh)
Hang Around: Making sure the Club is right for YOU! Prospect: Making sure YOU are RIGHT FOR THE CHAPTER/CLUB Final note and Edit: This shid is expensive AF...You can't do this shid, if your family and work/money ain't in order.....get real people. Life damn sure is real.
Thing is protocol change from one club to the next, one country to the next. A biker might do something thinking he's following the protocol and get told he's wrong. The golden rule is: do not wear ANY patch that you haven't earned regardless of your standing in any club, regardless of what country you live in.
Very true. Protocol is different for every club and even between chapters in certain clubs. Let the club dictate the protocol you follow. And you’re absolutely right, don’t wear a patch you haven’t earned. Thanks for watching.
I have a question. My brother is not in a club, but was in a convience store a 1% and his prospect walked in and the prospect tried to cut the line. My brother told him to get his ass to the back of the line. The 1% walked out and sat on his bike. The prospect mouthed of again and got in a fight. 2 hits later, my brother hitting the prospect, then the prospect hitting the ground knocked the fuck out. When my brother walked out the 1% looked shook his head and laughed. What happened to that prospect? When my brother told me I mentioned he should have taken the prospects kutt and handed it to the 1%
I wish I had a good answer for you. It sounds like to me the prospect was rude and the patch holder let him get taught a lesson in humility. I don’t know about taking his patch. I think he learned enough of a lesson. Some people learn the hard way. Some patch holders would have handled it differently but it sounds like he knew this prospect needed an education. Thanks for the comment and for watching.
Man I’m very fortunate to be a prospect and to be around a great club. There’s good clubs out there and good people. Look around and see what clubs are in your area and check them out. I’m sure you can find some good folks in your area. Good luck and thanks for watching!
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“Never miss an opportunity to STFU”…. That’s excellent advice for all walks of life. Really good advice and video. You can absolutely hear the passion in your voice for what you’re doing, and that’s a great thing my man. Keep on keeping on and don’t worry about the haters.
Thank you very much! I appreciate the kind words and the feedback!
I'm gonna use that at work or my employees lol
"Never miss an opportunity to STFU".. love that!! I'm 7 days into prospecting I'll definitely remeber that one.....Respect
It’s great advice. I learned the hard way! Good luck and thanks for watching!
Being a prospect in a 1% club is a whole different story than being a prospect in a EMS , Police or Firefighters MC or a ridering club ! Later Hades
Absolutely! I can’t speak from experience myself. But thank you for watching and for the feedback!
There is no such thing as a police MC. You have police motorcycle riders, police motorcycle enthusiasts. But you will never have a police MC.
Maybe not considered a true MC but we have a ton of LEMC patches here. Like a ton to f them.
@@brandonhamilton4039 What are you talking about? There is a ton of LEO MCs..
@@I_irritate_assholes A true M/C would never accept LEO into a club. If they make an oath to the law, and then break the law, they have no honor. If they turn an eye to a member breaking the law, they have no honor. If you are in a club, and you snitch on your “brothers” you’re not a brother.
excellent advice for future prospects and anyone looking to get involved with an mc. i spent 18 months in my prospect period and i learned so much information. Keep up the good content man! earned yourself a sub from me.
Thank you very much for the kind words and the feedback. Congrats on getting full patch and ride safe!
Thank you, looking forward to watching more of your content. Keep two wheels down and the wind in your face. 🤘
Thank you very much for the kind words and for watching!
I respect you and the journey you are on. Stay safe and stay blessed brother.
Thank you very much Zed!
Great vid. Been working hard to make Prospect with my club. Will be a awsome day when that day comes. Can always learn. 🙌🏻👊🏻
That’s awesome! Good luck and thank you very much for watching!
I respect anybody with a vision of themselves and then they go get it....your awesome and will be a strong asset to your club.
Thank you very much. I really appreciate the kind words. I have a goal and I’m gonna work my ass off to achieve it!
Thanks for putting this out there. I couldn't agree more with what you said. Going through the prospect phase right now.
Thanks for the support and good luck to you! It’ll all be worth it once you earn that patch!
Solid video…solid advise for people who are not into MC’s. Especially if they are gonna be around the community. Knowing “some protocol” is smart if you intend to be in the company of MC’s. Good stuff man!
Thank you very much! Yeah, I tried to just keep it generic and hopefully help folks out. Thanks again for watching!
This is 100% spot on. I love how you are showing the reality of the entire club world. You get what you give. Smitty, this is the best prospect video, in every way, I've ever seen. My Dad would be giving you mass kudos.
Thank you very much! I greatly appreciate that!
Hey there Big Smitty!! ... Thanks for this well made video on the subject of being a "Prospect" 👍👍.. I've been riding off and on all of my life and you are what we used to call a "Righteous" motorcycle enthusiast Man! .. Keep the rubber side down now!
💪✌️❤️🩹🇺🇸😎
Thank you very much! I greatly appreciate the kind words and the support! I’m glad you liked the video and be safe out there!
Yes I love Motorcycle Week in Laconia New Hampshire Man!... And Daytona Florida and let's not forget Sturgis too! 💪✌️❤️🩹🇺🇸😎
@@danielwalker1991 all great rally’s and fun times!!!
This is really cool I’ve been watching videos on prospecting and hang around. No bone yet but when I get my bike I’ll be good and ready
Thank you very much for the kind words and for watching!
Great video! And those principles don't just apply to MC prospects, they should be applied everywhere in life. Always do your best to be your best for yourself as well as those around you, and for ANY organization you may be a part of. I will likely never be a prospect or even a hang-around, but I definitely appreciate that dedication to something. Much respect!
Thank you very much for the kind words and for watching! I agree that working hard and doing your best should be something we do everyday. I always appreciate when people who have no desire to be in a club see the value in certain aspects of club life! Thanks again!
Hell yeah ! Nice video BSR ! Keep on kicking buddy ! Eddie
Thank you very much! I appreciate it!
Stay loyal and yull never go wrong, good luck god bless
Thank you very much and that’s great advice!
Respect man. All the best on your journey👊🏽
Thank you very much! I greatly appreciate it!
FTC
Your attitude is fucking amazing!!!!! I’m starting my hang around and everything I had going on in my mind you have just made me resolute and I’d just like to say good luck all the best and thanks!!😊
Thank you very much. I appreciate the kind words and the support. Just keep plugging away and enjoy the process! There’s a ton to learn and a lot to do. But it’s worth it! Good luck and thanks for watching!
Well said smitty!! Well said. I would say , wearing your kutte can put you out there with your club.. but no risk , no reward..
Thank you very much for watching and for the support!
Thank you bro, truly appreciated this video!
Thank you for watching! I appreciate the support.
Dedication, loyalty, respect and attitude. You have all of the desired traits clubs look for. Congrats, and enjoy prospecting, some of the best times of my life!
Cheers
Fitzy
HOOLIGANS MC, Sudbury ON.
Thank you very much! I appreciate the encouragement and the advice. It always helps when a club member gives advice from their experience. I greatly appreciate it!
I am not a club member of any kind, but you better believe I have respect for anyone who can prospect and be a contribution to there club. Good job and I had to comment cause I know it helps the algorithm
Thank you very much! I appreciate the comment and I appreciate you watching! I agree, much respect to anyone who has gone thru the process and has done what it takes to earn that full patch status!
@@BigSmittyRiding I got a 9 month old baby at home and I work 6 days a week. I can barely find free time to ride let alone have club responsibilities. Much respect to you, keep doin what your doin
Thank you! I’ve got 4 kids myself. It ain’t easy! But good on you! Working hard and raising your family is the most rewarding thing you can do!
Cool video dude. I love the Biker aesthetic and the Alpha mindset as well as some aspects of the culture. However as a rider myself, I could never be tied down to some small group as such. Furthermore as a Conservative American, I'll only give my life for two things, my family and my country. I'll be damned if I'm gonna die for some motorcycle club. Fuck that.
Thanks for watching and for the comment. I’m with you, it isn’t for everyone and the culture has its quirks that make it very hard to grasp and hard to believe that people would be willing to give everything up for their club. Club is family to the members which is the reason they are willing to die for it. Thanks again and I appreciate you watching.
Lol I think we all can learn from the STFU advice. Lol
Absolutely!!!
Being a Prospect is an honor. Should be treated as such. Never wait to be told to do anything. Always stand up for your Club. My brother is bringing me to the Clubhouse this weekend and I am meeting the Chapter President. I spent 7 years in the US Army and I miss the camaraderie with the soldiers I served with. So being a prospect to me is an honor. Hell wash a members bike. Naw. Detail it. Make is shine like a diamond.
Man good luck to you. You have the right attitude and you seem to be motivated. I agree with everything you said. Thanks for the comment and for watching.
@@BigSmittyRiding thank you. I am now a supporting member of the Legion Riders Post 443 Elmira NY. I have to get my motorcycle license before being a full member so I am taking the course and it’s 2 days
That’s awesome! Congratulations!
You leave a life to get away from social rules just to end up in a life that has rules. Makes no sense
Well to some people it doesn’t and to some it makes perfect sense. I don’t judge either way as long as people are happy with their decisions then good on them. Thanks for watching and Merry Christmas.
"Honey badger" 😆 funny name 😆🙂
@BigSmittyRiding are you a mister smith?
Couldn't agree more
I’m a Mister. I mean I’m no gentleman but I’m a Mister!
As a 40yr old man in the same boat, much respect. It’s a humbling experience
Thank you very much. It will definitely humble you and teach you more than you would expect. Good luck and thanks for watching!
@@BigSmittyRiding thanks and you too. You said a lot and it hit the nail on the head. Appreciate the response
Good video and good advice for life.
Thank you very much. Greatly appreciated!
@@BigSmittyRiding Yessir! Looking forward to watching more.
You seem like a nice guy loved your video can't wait to see more
Thank you very much. I appreciate the kind words.
Thank you for the information sir I hope you become a full member
Thank you very much for watching! I appreciate the support.
Good video remember if it ain’t in your heart don’t put it on your back. This life is for you or it’s not if it’s not it’s not.
Thank you very much for the feedback and for your help. I greatly appreciate it
Much love from Australia bro
MLHR from Texas!
thx man, realy good and informativ video. keep going on
greets from germany
Thank you very much for watching and for the kind words.
Back in late 75 , I got invited to a run , by this hang around with one of the 2 clubs that was having this run . I had 2 bikes there , the 50 fl , pan , that was old school , foot clutch, jockey shift , 21” frt wheel , apes , and a sporty, which was pretty much stock . But I just sat by my bike , until they came to my bike , and one of the guys from the larger club , of the 2 , after 2 days , asked me if I wanted to prospect . All the club members , took notice , of me , they , saw how I handled myself , how I talked , acted , and they knew what I was , I got along with them , I felt like , my marine, buddies , alot where vets , from nam . I had never been , I should have , but nixion , saw fit that the closest I got was okinawa, for a year , I was in 71-75 . But , I showed that I had class , knew how to give and get , respect ! When to talk , all that lifestyle had to offer , and I could hold my own , that a member , wouldn’t ask you to do , shit ,that he wouldn’t do , and that went for most crazy thing you they could think of . I never had to do that grunt work , wash , bikes , do dishes, they knew from day one , that would do anything asked of me , and quick , and balls , they knew I was crazy , so a lot of times , I was the entertainment, I could make them laugh , till their guts was hurting . That’s why I made full patch in just 59 days , I got asked to be an officer of the club , shortly after , the treasurer, the rode cap , always had me up front , cause I had the coolest ,loudest bike in the chapter . Now , the club , is just fading into history, as most of the old guard , have died , and the interest, just didn’t grow , I dropped back , in 04 , due to health issues , but I still see them , the ones who are left ! I sure as fuck , miss those those old times , with my brothers , riding side by side , raising hell where ever we went , and have lost a lot of my , brothers, in arms , it was the best , days in my life , bar none , but , time goes on……..
Thank you very much for sharing that story! That sounds like an amazing time and the kind of thing most of us only dream of being a part of. You’re right, time marches in rather we are ready or not. Thank you very much for watching and for the awesome comment. I greatly appreciate. Much respect.
Just got this today , but back in the day , everbody , was checked out real good , before they even got asked to prospect … so if a brother told you to do some thing , first off , my post , sounded a bit faggy , that most def , was not the case ! I said just short of that , I should have clarified, no one was ever asked to do any thing in that regard , but I did have like 8 prospects , climb on top of the edge , of the beer truck , drop trow , pull their ass cheeks apart , and bend over so all the club could hear them as they yelled , “I Am an , asshole” it was well received ,but it was not the norm ! But unlike some clubs , back then once you got the patch , you was a brother , no xceptions , if you wanted to fight , well , ya just worked that out yerselves ! But that was the end of it ! But fuck , them , was the good ole days , and I got to be apart of it , big time ! 😁
Man I’m jealous! I’m 47 and I’ve seen some wild shit and been involved in some, but I’d have liked to be around to see it when things were truly wild and brotherhood was as strong as it’s portrayed to be today. Thanks again for the comment and for sharing your amazing experiences!
Good info good accurate advice. Been missing out cause I forgot to hit bell. No more
Thank you very much! I appreciate you watching!!!
Another great video, keep up the good work! Also, I'd some info on your vest. Thnx in advance
Thank you very much! It’s one of the Renegade Classics brand vests. Black denim and leather. Bought locally in Houston but they have a few other shops. Look them up at www.bikeroutletstore.com/
I have been a full patch in my club since 2017 and when I was hang around I jumped up to help prospects out when they were slammed even after getting my Full Patch I never quit prospecting would still jump to help out good luck hope you get your patch and cherish it
Thank you very much for the kind words! I'm with you, never stop helping and never stop prospecting. I can't wait to get my patch but I'm enjoying the process! Thank you very much for the comment and for watching.
@@BigSmittyRiding how's prospect life
@@erickuhn703 well… my chapter dissolved. Made it 141 days as a prospect before it happened. Enjoyed my time in the club and as a prospect. Right now I’m waiting a few months out of respect and looking for the right club for me. Thanks for asking.
@@BigSmittyRiding sorry to hear that and understand that don't give up right one will come
@@erickuhn703 I appreciate that. Thank you.
I " get it " I was a former active duty Marine ..and boy did I have to prove I wanted to be a Marine
Yup. I can’t say I know anything about being in the service but I do understand having to prove yourself if you want something bad enough. Thank you for your service to our country and thanks for watching.
What the... Guess for whatever reason the previous post had to be removed and repeated. Can't recall what I said.
Had the Valk out filming the last few days. That Sugru is working GREAT. Thank you sir for the recommendation. I managed to get five videos up the last couple days. I went riding again yesterday and filmed all of it, but when I got home I realized my GoPro was pointed at the tank the whole time. DAMMIT! Guess I'll have to wait a while before I can do that again. Cold weather is here. Have a great weekend my friend!
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Thanks again for watching my friend!
Greetings I am
Iceman
East Coast Kruzers
Prospect Captain Florida A/C Pretty solid vid you got here and definitely spot on. It
Thank you very much. I appreciate the kind words.
@@BigSmittyRiding You're wecome
I moved from a 99% club to prospect for a 1% club. Was asked if I wanted to be fast tracked and I chose to prospect. I feel that a patch earned is better then a patch given
Truer words were never spoken. Earned outweighs given any day of the week. Thanks for the comment and for watching.
I still have my probate patch in my cut cus you never stop probating/prospecting.
Absolutely true! Never stop prospecting! Thanks for watching!
Awesome work Smitty! I’m excited to see your journey to full membership! Very informative video and cleared up some misconceptions I had.
Thanks Fett! I appreciate that and I appreciate you watching buddy!
I wish more car clubs had a semblance of the belonging of MCs. Sad truth is that most guys in car clubs dont even care about their cars all that much. Apathy is a terrible spreading disease.
I agree with you that apathy is definitely a dangerous disease that is spreading quickly. I’ve always enjoyed cars but motorcycles have a soul that has just appeals more to me. Thanks for watching and for the feedback!
Age is nothing I'm 52 and I'm a prospect 🙂🙂
I completely agree! Age means nothing it all about how bad do you want it! Thanks for watching!
Did you become a member yet? I really wan a join a club. But I've spoken to people about 1% clubs and of course I've seen SAMCRO and that's not really what I'm looking for. I'm totally down with being a prospect (cleaning, helping out etc) but I don't wanna be told to hurt or kill someone to join the club. Which I've been told is a common request for prospective members.
Is this true?
No, no that’s not true. No club is gonna tell you to hurt someone or commit a crime. That’s how the media and fake television shows portray clubs. Find a club in your area and start spending time around them and you’ll see what they are about and that it’s nothing like what you see on tv. Thanks for watching.
If you are asked how long you have been a Prospect the ONLY ANSWER is NOT LONG ENOUGH! If you tell someone the actual amount of time you will get time added!
In most cases that’s absolutely true. Thank you for watching and for the feedback. Much appreciated!
Good Video, and good luck with the rest of your Prospect Phase
Thank you very much! I appreciate it!
What would a shirt with brass knuckles and 2222 in each knuckle signify? It's an exs shirt but idk if he lied about like... everything...
Maybe he did opt out for me... maybe he lied...
So the 22 is for the 22nd letter in the alphabet V. There a big 1% that starts with a V. Now I can’t say for sure if that shirt is affiliated with them but a Google search of the shirts colors and any symbols will show you if this shirt is one if there’s. I don’t say names on purpose because If I do you’ll have a bunch of people on here jumping to conclusions. Check it out and you can verify if what he said was true or not. Thanks for watching!
I'm trying to find two specific pieces of information.
1) What do these clubs do? I've heard of "putting in the work" but nobody likes to mention the work.
2) I'm in the Midwest. How does any of this exist, in 2ft of snow?
So putting in work is working for your club. Any tasks that need to be done to keep the club running smoothly. Simple things like cleaning or bigger tasks like errands for the club or making preparations for meetings, runs etc.
There’s a ton of Midwest clubs that ride. Idk about how they handle things when it’s deep snow but I assume they ride as much as possible while they can.
Thanks for watching!
I came close to being a Prospect, but unfortunately the club disbanded or whatever. Anyways, I was told by the member who tried to recruit me. That if someone dares me to do something, as a Prospect, I have to take that dare. But, there is a loophole on a chance to get out of it. Take the dare, but tell the member who made the dare that they have to do it with you.
Clubs and chapters are disbanded from time to time. I had the same thing happen to me. As far as the dare goes, I’ve never been told to tell them to do the dare with me. I’ve been told numerous times they won’t as or dare you to do anything they wouldn’t do. But different clubs have different ways so that could be what’s expected for that club. Thanks for watching and good luck to you.
grate video my self and some friends got an invite to a club I have a lot of respect for the club everything was going grate I did not talk to anyone unless I was talk to first. could you please let some people out there not to do what a x-friend did at the club I tried to tell him not to do what he did he told me to go F **k my self so I walked away and did not get involved. He sat on a club member bike and he ended up in hospital for 2 weeks. Because I did not jump in to help him out he and the other two are calling me a coward. Did I do the right thing in walking away or not.
That’s a tough situation to be in. First of all he should know better than to sit on anyone’s bike, ever unless he was asked to do so. Non club members would have done the same thing to him in most cases. Secondly, if you tried to warn him and he ignored you then that’s on him, not you. You tried to help him and he’s just mad he got his ass kicked. Bad situation to be in but in my mind you did what you could and he should have known better.
Thanks for watching and good luck to you.
Let’s go!!! Killing it with these prospect Vids Fam. Love it. 🤙🏾🔥
Thank you very much!
@@BigSmittyRiding 🤙🏾🔥👊🏾
I'm currently in the Prospect/Probation period, and I really am learning a lot so far. Still, loving every minute of it. Great video, with some good info. Thanks (y)
I was chatting to the president at the clubhouse last night, and he said that the probation period is to break the person down, to build them back up again. What are you thoughts on that?
Thank you very much for the kind words and for watching!
He’s right in a sense. The probation period is for you to prove yourself. Do you have what it takes? Can you think under pressure? Are you dedicated etc? Once that’s over and you become full patch none of what you went thru matters! But my advice is to always be prospecting! Always be working for the club and willing to do jobs no one else wants to do. Good luck!
Great video man appreciate it. I'm about to start getting involved with a club so this was a great watch. ✌💀⛽
Thank you and best of luck to you!
After watching this I can’t wait to play sons of anarchy with all my friends oh wait shit I ride sport bikes 😂😂😂
😂😂😂 There’s sport bike clubs out there! Some 1% ones too.
A prospect making a video on how to be a prospect. Maybe hold off until you’re a full patch bud.
Just trying to help other going through the process. Thanks for watching.
Big Smitty much Respect to you and your club.i liked the way you put that down cus it's true.som guys really don't know what ther getting in to some times
Thank you very much. I appreciate the kind words and the feedback!
Hang in bro good video
Thank you very much!
I wanna join so bad but I don't have a motorcycle license :( and great video btw :D you have a new sub :D
Thank you very much! Greatly appreciated!
Good shit cuz I’m prospect rn and I love this shit 100% I get to learn and be shown how to be the best member of my club that I can be 🤘🏼🤘🏼
That’s great! Good luck and keep me posted when you get your full patch!
Had me confused. Thought didn’t I just watch this. Keep on!
Thanks for watching it again!
Can a hang around help clean and help do other things also b4 becoming a prospect ?
Absolutely. The more you do the more you’ll be noticed.
Former support here: Even though i didn't get to the prospect phase (gang dismantled in 2020), i really offered my help any time possible. Need spoons? Mikelodeon goes for them. Need smokes? Let Mikelodeon go get you some.
Also, when we finally got decent chairs, i went with the Sgt. at Arms (my sponsor) to mount them (We are best friends and we were on our university years) one by one in one afternoon and then stamping them up with the MG's logo.
When i met the main MC on our area (Abutres Europe) i stood there, i got introduced by the Sgt at Arms to one of the highest members in our country, my presence got accepted. I only spoke when i had to.
One protocol thing i did was to stand up when someone came into the Club House, even tho it was not needed to, the higher ups saw it as i was respecting the members.
One thing i remember very well is when i got the leather vest and the support patch: October the 1st 2019 (gang dismantled because the VP moved to Germany and the MC world was really unstable, so we had no option).
Last thing: I really loved to go to places with the vest on. It was amazing. I was representing the club, even tho i was just a support/hang around. People looked at us amazed by our colours. I really miss 2.19. BSSF
That’s very cool. Great advice and a very cool history. Thank you very much for watch and for sharing your experiences.
@@BigSmittyRiding Also thnx to you Mr Smitty
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Anyone who has ever been in a fraternal order knows the value of a probationary period. You need to ensure the people applying for membership embrace the values of the organization and it's members, and their commitment to positively contribute to group and its members. Whether you call it a prospect, pledge, entered apprentice, what have you, this time is precious and important.
Very well spoken and all true statements! Thank you very much for watching!
What I'd they ask you to do something silly like sing a silly song and dance ?!or something like that
Depends. Most clubs won’t do that but I’ve heard of some that have. But most clubs wouldn’t do that to a prospect or degrade them like that. Thanks for watching.
Dang Now ya gotta know how to read to be in a club? what is this world coming too.👍👍
😂😂😂
Absolutely love your video. BTW are you finally patched?!?!
Thank you very much for watching. I was fully patched in an RC after my MC chapter disbanded. Currently not in a club but very much support clubs and the club community.
Good video!
People need to understand that they don’t have to understand.
If they don’t get this mc thing, they don’t even have to watch and comment. We people are individuals and that’s the whole beauty of it :)
Some are cut for the mc set, some are not. It doesn’t change his/her value as an individual.
ML&R /Heikki
Stockholm Sweden
I absolutely agree with you! Nor everyone is meant to be in an MC and that’s ok. I appreciate the feedback and thank you very much for watching!
Satanic Biker clubs have even more special rules for prospects believe me.
I didn’t know there was such a thing… thanks for watching and for the feedback!
I like the idea of clubs and brotherhood, but I just can't imagine sticking up for a "brother" that's wrong in situations-...I mean a psycho or lawless "brother" could get you killed for no reason and I would never want to be obligated to stick up for someone who doesn't care about their life at the expense of yours because of their demons....that just doesn't feel like brotherhood to me...you pulling them back and telling them they're in the wrong and talking some sense into them seems more like legit family...but I'm only speculating from TH-cam videos of what it's actually like from way on the outside looking in..all clubs are different I'm sure.
I see your point. And I’ll agree that if someone is hell bent on hurting themselves it’s hard to support them. But most brothers won’t put you in that position. 99% of them won’t. But even if they are wrong you stand by your fellow club members. And they’ll stand by you even if your wrong. Then deal with the situation afterwards. Just my opinion. Thanks for the feedback and for watching.
@@BigSmittyRiding thanks for the insight, ride safe
You never stop being a Prospect! Very good presentation, Man. Good luck in your journey!
Thank you very much! I appreciate that!
I would like to Prospect one day for the right club for Me . Just dont know where to go and go about .
When I prospected the correct answer to how long had i done it. Not long enough patch holder
That’s good info! Thank you for sharing. I’ve heard things like that but never seen it happen. Thanks for watching.
I have been a club member for many years and as a prospect you need to put in the work otherwise you're just going to be miserable. Old 1%er advice.
Thank you very much. I appreciate the advice and you watching the video.
Man kudos for such a great video. All love and support to you. Keep up the good work.
I'm here in Egypt in the phase of "Club Support". Looking forward to move for being a "hangaround" and then a "Prospect" :)
Thank you very much for watching and for the kind words. Good luck to you as you go thru the process of one day becoming a member! Learn as much as you can and show them that you are interested and willing to put the work in!
@@BigSmittyRiding
Many thanks Big Smitty. Best of luck :)
Good jumping off video bud. Also maybe check out four for the road on podcast or youtube. There's a lot of info from dudes in different areas and different clubs contributing info there.
Keep grinding bud, best advice I can give is never stop working for your club. Remember titles and offices just mean more work, not less...
Thank you very much. I appreciate the feedback and the advice. I’m with you, never stop working! Thank you again for watching.
Good luck with your journey towards that full patch,if they don't give you the patch,there must be something way off with their selection process!.
Thank you very much. I appreciate the kind words and the support!
How many days have you been prospecting.. answer not long enough
Very good answer! Thanks for the comment and for watching.
At your ago....lol... im 59 and starting the process.
Congratulations! Yeah, all these twenty something’s think I’m an old man! Good luck and enjoy the process!
Good video man... My uncle went through the hang around and prospect phase in his 60s.! At 65 he was voted in... Without mentioning club name its a 1% club... You don't have to be a certain age to be in an MC unless that club has an age restriction and as far as I no there is none
That’s awesome about your uncle! Most clubs don’t have an age restriction, that’s absolutely correct! Yeah I learned never stop working and never stop prospecting. Thanks for watching and for the comment!
Join the police department who get badges, guns and PBA CARDS
Be above the law
Join PD
I'm good... That's one I have no desire to join whatsoever.
@@BigSmittyRiding I'm joking around.. I'm a victim of police brutality and I just sent the captain your video lol
I HATE COPS
I'm studying brotherhoodds
I think NYPD set up those 2 cops in the Bronx to generate sympathy
A 22 & 27 year old were shot dead in a Bronx raid
Both minorities
If you were a member wouldn't you watch the backs of rookies?
I use to ride with a MC and I see nothing wrong what you were saying being a prospect is a learning Phase when it's time your Club will give you full colors with a big party you will never forget it's all about a Brotherhood
Thank you very much. Yeah, I’m excited about it and just putting my time in! As long as it takes! Thanks for watching!
Can a woman join and be a member of an MC with out being looked at as a toy?
Absolutely. There’s plenty of coed clubs with female members. The majority of MC’s are men only and there’s quite a few Female only clubs as well.
And the fact is there are few if any clubs that view women as toys. There might be individual members who do but the majority of clubs do their best to protect the wives, girlfriends and any female members in the coed clubs.
Hey bother,
Got lots of respect in my book bro been following you on and off as time permits. The fam, shop, and life always throws a wrench at ya from time to time, great vid, love you book ideas, wish much. I have no dowt that you will be a great asset to the club. Good luck & Safe travels to you and the fam,
Thank you very much! I greatly appreciate the kind words and the support!
Dont watch a video on how to prospect, do it and find out if you want it so bad
I feel you. That’s the best way to learn.
Don't bring a bicycle to a motorcycle club.
Best advice I’ve heard all week Paul!
Hanging around at the moment myself and I got my first Harley too (am building it) I'm learning as I go and I carry a pen and a note pad incase something needs remembered but thanks to your videos I learn something new. Patch looks good on you makes me feel good about being a big guy on a bike.
Thanks man! Always carry that pen and note pad. Let’s everyone know you are serious about remembering things and that you care. Good luck to you and enjoy the journey! Let me k ow how your build turns out and how the Hangaround process is going. Thanks for watching!
How’s progress on that build. You really don’t own a bike till it fires up
@@extremebaggers7817 for the most part it's all together however I have some odds and ends to fix up and I've actually heard it fire up and it sounds amazing like a lion roaring or kitten purring. I need a battery a tensioner cable a horn and mirrors and it's show time. It would be completely finished but I lost my job due to covid related issues at work
@@BigSmittyRiding things are going well bikes running and I'm far past hanging around. Wish you were here to meet the guys. Stay safe or as my brothers say drive fast and take chances....
That’s awesome! Glad you’re doing well! Keep kicking ass!!!
Once a Prospect, always a Prospect.
Absolutely!!! Great advice!
Great videos , I’ve learned and learning a lot from watching your videos . Everything said i take into consideration. A lot i did not know about cuts . I actually respect it a lot more. I wear a plain black cut when i ride and im a new rider . Learning about bikes “ my bike “ specially. Hope to one day owe a Harley Davidson n to have the honor to be a part of a club or even have the privilege to be a ride a long at that . I enjoy these videos .
Thank you very much! I appreciate the kind words. Ride safe and good luck on finding the right club for you!
Smitty, you're a hard working badass! 💪
Thank you Steve! I appreciate that!!!
Man this guy's got some damn good advice. I'm getting close to prospecting for an Arkansas MC and been looking for tips.
Thanks! I appreciate the kind words. Good luck with the prospecting and enjoy the ride!!!
Essentially, you want to treat the clubhouse and the club member’s bikes as your own, and you have a $h¡t ton of OCD. I have a $H¡t ton of OCD, and back when I was living at home (I’m in a nursing home due to Multiple Sclerosis), I used to do the dishes two to three times a day, I smoked back then (nicotine accelerates the progression of Multiple Sclerosis, so I quit cold turkey the day I was diagnosed), all of my ashtrays were spotless, looking brand new, I vacuumed in straight lines, and those were just the tip of the Proverbial Iceberg. Y’know, because you want, no NEED the club to be your own. The first motorcycle clubs were created by men coming home from war. Hence President, VP, etc… Prospecting is the motorcycle club’s version of bootcamp. There are a plethora of other similarities between the military and motorcycle clubs. Seriously, the longer this post is, the more circular it’ll become. So yeah, those are my thoughts. Love the video. These were just my thoughts while watching it. I grew up in a heavily uniformed neighborhood (military, police, etc…) and I took Army JROTC all four years in high school. Hey, sometimes there is a need for a woman’s POV. Y’know, just not IN the clubhouse, and definitely not in front of another club member. lol Just sayin’… (Okay, now I'm officially done. lol smh)
Thank you very much for watching and for commenting! I greatly appreciate it!
Hang Around: Making sure the Club is right for YOU!
Prospect: Making sure YOU are RIGHT FOR THE CHAPTER/CLUB
Final note and Edit:
This shid is expensive AF...You can't do this shid, if your family and work/money ain't in order.....get real people. Life damn sure is real.
Absolutely! Thank you very much for watching and for the input!
Thing is protocol change from one club to the next, one country to the next. A biker might do something thinking he's following the protocol and get told he's wrong. The golden rule is: do not wear ANY patch that you haven't earned regardless of your standing in any club, regardless of what country you live in.
Very true. Protocol is different for every club and even between chapters in certain clubs. Let the club dictate the protocol you follow. And you’re absolutely right, don’t wear a patch you haven’t earned. Thanks for watching.
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I have a question. My brother is not in a club, but was in a convience store a 1% and his prospect walked in and the prospect tried to cut the line. My brother told him to get his ass to the back of the line. The 1% walked out and sat on his bike. The prospect mouthed of again and got in a fight. 2 hits later, my brother hitting the prospect, then the prospect hitting the ground knocked the fuck out. When my brother walked out the 1% looked shook his head and laughed. What happened to that prospect? When my brother told me I mentioned he should have taken the prospects kutt and handed it to the 1%
I wish I had a good answer for you. It sounds like to me the prospect was rude and the patch holder let him get taught a lesson in humility. I don’t know about taking his patch. I think he learned enough of a lesson. Some people learn the hard way. Some patch holders would have handled it differently but it sounds like he knew this prospect needed an education. Thanks for the comment and for watching.
Prospecting simply put is paying your dues (not monetarily). "Simpley" don't mean it's easy.
Truer words were never spoken! Thanks for watching!
Got Black Dragon as well.
Respect! I wish I could be in a club like that. I wish I had that brotherhood.
Man I’m very fortunate to be a prospect and to be around a great club. There’s good clubs out there and good people. Look around and see what clubs are in your area and check them out. I’m sure you can find some good folks in your area. Good luck and thanks for watching!
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