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• Motorcycle Club Ranks and Titles Guide

  by thecheapplace September 30, 2016
  Motorcycle Club Ranks & Titles Motorcycle clubs may have formal hierarchy and duties to promote structure for their club. The most common ranks are Founder, President, Vice-President, Secretary, Treasurer, Road Captain, SGT at Arms, Member and Prospect. Clubs may also have a Tail-Gunner, enforcer a...
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• Lady Cruisers of the Ozarks Motorcycle Club

  by thecheapplace September 28, 2016
  Lady Cruisers of the Ozarks  Sometimes, women are ignored in biker culture. Sure, men like to throw their favorite lady on the back of their bike, but some women want to take to the open road on their own bikes. For that very reason, women have had to form their own biker clubs in self-defen...

• 41 New Patches Have Arrived

  by thecheapplace September 26, 2016
  We got in a shipment of 4 boxes yesterday, 41 new designs came out of them along with a lot of other patches we were sold out of. Enjoy the new stuff that is now available and ready to ship. RIDE SAFE!   New Embroidered Patches I Bleed Red White and Blue Patch I Ride with USA Pride Patc...

• What to look for when buying an electric bike (ebike)

  by thecheapplace September 23, 2016
  For all you thinking about buying an electric bicycle. They are getting very popular lately. Affordability is still an issue, you are going to pay about $1500- $2000 for a decent one.   I have two different Electric bicycles. Both are from Prodego Tech (Company down in Ft Lauderdale, the...

• New Biker Patches Have Arrived Today

  by thecheapplace September 21, 2016
  We recently got in a couple of new biker patches, including some Old English Rank Patches. The “Heroes are Never Forgotten” patch sold out within an hour of arrival! Shop All Our Biker Patches

• Fun Biker Flicks From The Good Old Days

  by thecheapplace September 19, 2016
  What were the good old days? You know, before James Dean made riding a Harley cool in the eyes of pop culture. And they did make cycle movies before Elvis Presley was the guy to die for. The older films still focused on the ever-popular counter culture that motorcycles have developed ...

• Why You Should Build Your Motorcycle From Scratch

  by thecheapplace September 16, 2016
  Reasons to Build Your Own Motorcycle Building your own motorcycle might seem challenging for the average Joe, but it is well worth it when it comes to your pocket book and unmatched customization. When someone purchases a motorcycle from a manufacturer, they are paying for the convenience of havi...

• Where to Buy Motorcycles Online?

  by thecheapplace September 14, 2016
    Looking for the perfect for you motorcycle? The follow websites are where to go to buy motorcycles online.   1. Cycle Trader With nearly 400,000 motorcycles for sale starting around the $2,000 price point, there’s something for every rider: A 2003 Ironhorse Chopp...
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• How To Clean Your Motorcycle Chain

  by thecheapplace September 9, 2016
  The biker lifestyle is all about the ride, but without a properly maintained chain, you won’t be riding anywhere. Motorcycle chain maintenance is simple and easy to do. It extends the life of your chain and sprockets, and prevents damage to your bike. If you don’t clean and lubricate y...

• Motorcycle Group Riding Tips

  by thecheapplace September 7, 2016
  Safety Tips for Riding Motorcycles in a Group Group motorcycle rides on a nice day are a great way to explore new roads and enjoy the experience of the scenery together, especially if you are in a group of riders that you know well and trust.   There are several tips to keep the group inta...

• Who are the Patriot Guard Riders?

  by thecheapplace September 2, 2016
    The Patriot Guard Riders (PGR) was formed in 2005 to protect and shelter mourners at funerals for members of the United States military, firefighters and police from protesters. The Westboro Baptist Church protested deaths of American soldiers in Iraq and Afghanistan and said that ...

• Bikers Riding to the Rescue of Abused Children

  by thecheapplace September 2, 2016
  Bikers Against Child Abuse A surly looking group of bikers rides into an unsuspecting suburban neighborhood. The throaty rumble of the engines and the unmistakable smell of gasoline exhaust fill the air — windows rattle, and residents begin to peek out their windows. Bikers! They are t...

• Newest Safety Features of Motorcycles

  by thecheapplace August 26, 2016
  Newest in Motorcycle Safety Trends Motorcycle sales have increased more than 90 percent since 1991. There is a greater need for safety features for riders based on cutting edge technology.   Helmets New models of helmets are available now that have a built-in GPS system and cameras to sho...

• So Why Do Bikers Wear Leather Vests?

  by thecheapplace August 24, 2016
  Next time you see a band of bikers riding down the highway, count them to see how many are actually NOT wearing leather vests. I would guess that as a percentage, the number would be pretty small. Most bikers wear leather vests or jackets, as well as other pieces as appropriate. But why? What's it a...

• What is the best site for wholesale embroidered biker patches?

  by thecheapplace August 22, 2016
  Best Site For Wholesale Embroidered Patches One thing I can be very proud of is the way I've setup my site to make it very easy and efficient for people reselling patches to fill up a cart quickly and place their order. If you are a wholesale customer please tell me if you've been to a site that ...

• These Colors Don't Run

  by thecheapplace August 19, 2016
  U.S. Flag Patch - These Colors Don't Run If you want a U.S. flag patch, there are many different options out there.  There are American flag patches that feature a standard rectangular flag, but then there are those where the flag colors are applied to a symbol like a peace sign.  The T...

• A Patch for Your Club's Chaplain

  by thecheapplace August 17, 2016
  Are you a chaplain in your motorcycle club?  If you are, you might want to add a Chaplain Patch to your jacket or vest.  The chaplain of a club is sometimes an elected officer or a rotating position, but more often than not, if you have a minister or other church official in your group, ...

• Best Selling Biker Patches of All Time

  by thecheapplace August 15, 2016
  Top 20 Selling Biker Patches All Time Here are our top-selling biker patches of all time! Biker patch designs come and go but these are some of our long-standing, top-sellers purchased by both wholesale patch customers and individuals. Keep riding and patch up! (4x1.75 inch)$3.99 Loud Pipes S...

• Proudly Declare You're a Lady Biker and Lady Rider

  by thecheapplace August 12, 2016
  Lady Bikers and Lady Riders Lady riders are just as amazing and awesome as men are.  They are drawn to motorcycles for many of the same reasons, but it seems like they have to defend themselves as true bikers time and time again.  The truth, though, is that many of these ladies are just...

• Embroidered Patches and Clothing Repair

  by thecheapplace August 10, 2016
  Recently, I read a story from the UK talking about an enterprising lady from London who had repaired her daughter's clothing with embroidered patches. I don't remember all the details except to say that whatever article of clothing it was, similar garments had a long history of wearing out how too q...

• Top Reasons to Show Off Your Irish Pride

  by thecheapplace August 8, 2016
  If you are lucky enough to be at least part Irish, you should embrace it in all its glory. While being Irish seems to be a trendy thing at the moment, there are bona-fida reasons why you should show off your Irish pride by wearing Irish patches. Green beer and Irish drinking games aside, Irish biker...

• Show Your Patriotism with US Flag Patches

  by thecheapplace August 5, 2016
  It used to be that if you wanted to show your patriotisn and wear US Flag Patches, there weren't that many options about how you wanted the patch to look.  Instead, it was usually just the traditional flag waving in the wind or a straight flag patch.  However, in recent years there ha...

• Owning a Classic Bike

  by thecheapplace August 3, 2016
  What makes a biker a biker is the pride and love you show in your bike.  Having all the gear in the world will not make you a biker, though of course it never hurts to have a embroidered biker vest patch to show off your club. New bikes are great, but if you want to really show your pride, fixi...

• Tips for Applying Iron-On Embroidered Patches

  by thecheapplace August 1, 2016
  Tips for Applying Iron-On Embroidered Biker Vest Patches Embroidered patches are beautiful and durable.  They are crafted to look great after years of use.  To make sure that your patches are securely applied, check out our tips for applying patches.  Preparing ahead of time and usin...

• How to Apply Embroidered Patches to Clothing - Iron on vs. Sew

  by thecheapplace July 29, 2016
  How to Apply Patches to Clothing - Iron on vs. Sew on   Almost all the embroidered biker vest patches we sell at TheCheapPlace.com can be sewn on or ironed on. An iron on patch has a layer of plastic backing with a thin layer of heat activated glue rubbed on it. Do not remove the plastic ...

• The Number 13 and Its Meanings in the Biker World

  by thecheapplace July 29, 2016
    The number 13 can be found alone or in conjunction with other symbols.   There are three different definitions to what it means, the most common being associated with drugs and narcotics. The letter M, being the 13th letter of the alphabet, often is said to stand for marijuana or...
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• Are you a Rebel Biker?

  by thecheapplace July 27, 2016
  There are many different types of bikers out there.  What kind are you?  Are you a casual motorcycle rider who only rides on the weekends, or are you a hardcore biker who hits the streets every change you get?  Maybe you're a social rider who enjoys riding with friends.  Then the...

• Avoid the Hazard of Tar Snakes for Bikers and Motorcyclists

  by thecheapplace July 18, 2016
    As roadways age, they begin to crack, causing dips and bumps in the road. As a way to keep traffic flowing smoothly, crack sealant is used to fill in the cracks and to prevent further cracking. The term tar snakes is used to describe the raised, winding black lines on the roads as a result...

• Five Tips for Safe Group Riding

  by thecheapplace July 13, 2016
  The average motorcycle rider travels alone on his or her way to work or down to the store. However, we tend to like traveling in groups on long rides. That's great. Group riding is a great opportunity to enjoy the open road with the best of friends. There is also relative safety in numbers as well...

• More Women than Ever are Bikers

  by thecheapplace July 13, 2016
  According to a story in the L.A. Times, more and more women are riding motorcycles.  These ladies are joining women-only biker clubs and roaring down the streets on motorcycles that make a number of men jealous.  Surveys and other research show that these are not always the type of women...