New to the channel but my advice as a former club guy and if you are thinking about joining a club especially a 1%er take advantage of the hang around phase. Take as long as you need and ignore the pressure to start prospecting until YOU are ready.
The dichotomy of someone who deems themselves an “outlaw” to join an organization that requires adherence to a set of rules and bylaws that are, at times, more strict than society with punishment more severe has always fascinated me.
I was in a 3 patch 1%er club in Northern California i left in 2013 . But when i left and took a step back and look at thing because we all know that you get swept up in it like a tornado in that life . I honestly dont think i ever was a true 1%er . I propected for 8 mouths patched out but the 1%er patch was part of the patchs i never put work in to get that 1%er patch ( i was in a doul bike 2 patch club for years and they ask me and few other if we wanted to step up) . I have huge respect for most clubs it made me into the person i am today and tought me to stand up for my self and honesty even if ya gets ya socked up alway keep and stand by your word is everything exactly in that life. Also a thing i didnt have before getting into clubs was respect for myself and others now im huge on respect . Love your Podcastes.
Thank you so much for the feedback. You’re absolutely right, a man is only as strong as his word. This world teaches us a lot of valuable things for sure. Thank you for taking the time to check out the show and for leaving a comment
I’m young in a old school outlaw1% club in Australia I absolutely love it ! Advice from my sponsor was if you don’t love being a prospect or (nominee as we call it ) your not meant for the club life I loved it We still ride all the time and sleep where we can under the stars
@@MondaysWithMooch I'll second that!!! Awesome idea, i saw you on the Gangster podcast, loved that interview and after i came straight onto your channel, really enjoying your content, i have a little channel myself where i interview up and coming mma fighters in the UK and i love watching other people do their podcasts as it helps me become a better interviewer myself!!!
I've ridden Harley since 2010. The thing that stopped me from joining MCs is the constant opportunity for jail ,prison,being snitched on. Coming from northern California and coming up through the streets jail and prison system I believe that my instincts of seeing through the bullshit kicked in. I know that that life takes commitment and it's hard to juggle family and other commitments but like I said that life is infested with treachery
I'm currently in a an outlaw club, and when you are a new member you have to wait 2 years before getting your 1%patch, unless you prove other wise😉. We try to maintain traditional through and through!!
As someone not in a club that makes a lot of sense. Maybe one day. It sure seems like a lot of them popped up with one percent gear here in Oklahoma. Glad to see someone still has to earn something somewhere in this world.
Can i ask why you have an email being an outlaw? My father and uncles were all in big 5 in 60-70-80 and had no part of what they all cannot believe what a joke the culture is now
@@8k38 That's the same answer many fake "outlaws" have given me face to face when I ask why they have social media. People today took a lifestyle and modified it to suit them period. Technology is tracked no real outlaw who ever use more than a prepaid cell period. As much as I hate soa and mayans none of them are seen on social media or using computers or email. I speak from growing up in 2 of the biggest clubs known and my pop and uncles cannot believe what their world is today. A real outlaw seeks no attention or discussion with civilians like me yet that guy had to announce - broadcast "im in an outlaw club" again not something a true outlaw does. Diamonds today are looking for cool factor w the public vs living outside the laws and society ways that can and still is done by the real ones
I appreciate the feedback, thank you for taking the time to listen. As with anything it’s just my opinion and I can see various perspectives on it as well and understand. And thanks man, very happy with how it came out
Lmao the "lone wolf" patch is funny..my coworkers husband came rolling up on his bike one time with a vest and lone wolf patch mean mugging us on break time reving the living sh1t out of his bike then proceeded to rip out of the parking lot. Reason being his wife was messing around with another guy there 🤣
I'm in a local club and they got blessed to rock the 3 peice by a well known outlaw club, it's to the point my president is rocking there support clothing claiming to ride there color on posts, we claim to not be a support club but it's obvious it is
Does the club make you a 1%er or does the outlaw makes the club 1%ers ? Is it the individual or the club It's not the club it's the individual. A club can be any kinda club but the individuals in the club makes the club what it is. It's a club of 1%ers
Personally I think the 1%er designation is appropriate to those who actually represent the 1% lifestyle in dedication. Being a true 1%er is a commitment and a dedication that only 1% of the motorcycle community has the ability to give. There is a distinct difference between a 1% mindset and a true 1% lifestyle. As has been talked about and pointed out a patch is just a piece of cloth and wearing it or any piece of material doesn’t make you anything. Similar to an example you gave in the podcast me putting on a Chicago Bulls jersey doesn’t give me NBA skills. I have a great deal of respect and admiration for those who have the level of commitment necessary to be a part of the 1%. As much as I would be very interested in learning more and considering being a part of one of these groups I know that the decisions, commitments and path my life is currently on are not in alignment with the 1%. In order to respect those who have earned their patches I will never pretend to be something I am not and I think there are a lot of individuals and “clubs” who should give that more consideration before they chose their costumes.
Coming from the punk music scene as well and then into motorcycles, I'm curious of whats the overall "mc" opinion is with "noticeable" patche(s) on the back of a vest. I currently ride with a vest with a huge ozzy patch on the back, another with one of my favorite bands "slumerican" and another with random punk bands/riding event patches, etc. No curved rockers, "mc", city/state, or diamond stuff. Its my understanding that what I rock is chill, and I am by no means "pretending" to be in an MC, but merely just rocking stuff I like, like i do at punk show, etc. Great channel btw, enjoying the content!
Thank you for the feedback. I still have nothing but love and respect for the Mongols and the members. And due to that I won’t share publicly why I decided to step away. And no, I am not in good standings
Well I see that there is 1% and outlaw clubs out there some people don't know the difference and we need more podcasts to give the public this info because like everyone knows f around and find out ML&R CHAPARRO CARNALES CARNALES MC
Retired from a top 5 i was taught the 1% is the organization 1%er is the people in the organization. The top 5 are the real one percent everyone else with a diamond is ehhh to us. Once u leave the organization ur no longer 1%.
@@MondaysWithMooch certain people will understand. Its hard to explain it. Every one has this weird misconception of who an what its all about. They think its just about being a bad ass an thats not it. Anyway on a good note When i walked away u were a good inspiration for me. When i walked away I wasn’t sure what life was gonna be like . Watching u on instagram an now on here helped. Still a little bored with myself but ive grown alot in a positive away in such a short time. Thank you much respect 🙏🏼
Might be different in Australia but my club is small been around since 69 we are no less 1% then the bigger well known clubs just cause a clubs big doesn’t make it 1% correct me if I’m wrong but that sounds like what you are saying? My club is more like galloping goose if was to compare them one of our old members who has past was in the goose back in the day
@@tomsutherland6649 it is definitely different and I don’t pretend to know what it’s like over there. My opinion on the Diamond and what it means is focused on the USA since that’s what I know. I definitely don’t mean any disrespect to anyone who wears a diamond in another club especially in another country. Just stating my opinion
You are correct. I was more talking about when they first started I didn’t think they did but I honestly could be wrong as I don’t know a ton about either of those clubs
Random normies constantly ask me, "I have a motorcycle. Can I join a 1%er club?" Uhhhhh... you financed your brand new bike and you have that mortgage payment, right? No. You aren't ready. You still got shit to lose if/when some dumbshit in your chapter isn't a 1%er either.
I’ve been attending all the events of one of the BIG FOUR MCs here in my local area. I donate quite a bit and buy support gear every time. A friend and coworker of mine is a patched member for many years. I’ve ridden with the club in one of the bigger RUNS. My friend does not wear a Diamond. Some of his brothers wear a diamond but not all of them. It’s a great group of guys. I’ve met so many people. Most of the patched members know me. I’m going to keep attending all the public events. When I go, I stay quiet and just observe. I only talk with patched members if they talk to me first. I shake hands with all of them. Other than that, I keep quiet and am very respectful of everybody. I smile and say hello to everybody. I have not asked my friend/coworker yet as to why some patched members wear the diamond and others don’t. I ask him questions, but I try not to ask too many questions. When you were a 1#er, and you wore your Diamond, we’re there brothers of yours who did not wear the diamond? Can you explain that? Massive respect, Mooch!
When I started Prospecting,, I was told by my Sponsor, "The Patch don't make the Man. The MAN makes the Patch!" I see lots of New Generation "Bikers" acting like a 1%er until it's time to do 1%er Shit!!!!!!!!
OK I have a question regarding patches I’m a solo rider dont ride with anyone usually on my own. I fly a vest and I have a lot of random patches cause I dont fly any specific color or flag. I have a giant Mandalorian patch on my vest on the back that says “this is the way” on the front have a bunch of random cartoon figures and signs. Bif Sith sticker on my helmet.I ran the streets for years I was in a gang in and out of jail, prison, to old to be a prospect i am About to be 46, I have friends in both mongols and Vagos, I work full-time, plus run my own mobile tattoo business. I don’t back down from a fight. I was a bouncer for 20 years. I consider my self an out law , a rebel, a soldier I am A Southern, can I fly a 1% on my own
That’s an interesting one, do you think anyone who wears the 1%er patch would do that? I definitely believe there are 1%ers who would, but also know many who wouldn’t
@@MondaysWithMooch without disrespecting anyone purposely I believe the millennial hipster generation has invaded and old school will soon be a term to describe only flip phones
@@MondaysWithMooch also I will admit I did the 99% for years. I’ll tell you. On my bike, at the club house I was a total nut. I always made it to work on Monday always made it to dinner with the family and am not jail material. That’s why I never stepped up. The man makes the patch. The patch does not represent that man. It represents that club. As far as dying. Im the guy that would rather deal with a brother at the club house after he is an ass hole in the street then going to jail for the brother because he cannot handle his liquor in the streets. Have a good day boys l!!!
A 1%er lives by their own way period they dont seek civilian attention or need anyone to boost them up for being a real man nothing to do with dying for your colors
I agree 100 percent. Diamonds should ONLY be worn by the top 5/6 clubs. Support clubs are not 1% clubs. They are still outlaw clubs but not 1%. There is a massive difference between the two.
