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Old Mar 15, 2011 | 05:20 PM
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Guys, my church has a small riding club consisting of about a dozen riders. One of the members has designed a three-piece patch and is suggesting we have them produced by a local supplier. I've heard that three-piece patches can be an issue, and for that reason it has already been suggested we change the word "CLUB" to "MINISTRY" on the bottom rocker.

Despite the fact that this is the "B/S" forum, I'm looking for serious suggestions please... I will be taking your thoughts back to the group.

 
Old Mar 15, 2011 | 05:27 PM
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Might be best to ask your local Mc and see what they say..
 
Old Mar 15, 2011 | 05:34 PM
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Ministries would be better. However, your patch is not 3 piece. The center logo does not count. If you had a separate MC patch that would be a problem. Having said that...just go with ministries and you will not have a problem.
 
Old Mar 15, 2011 | 05:45 PM
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FYI ...top rocker = who you are...bottom rocker = where you're from...MC = what you are.
 
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The center patch is icing on the cake.
 
Old Mar 15, 2011 | 05:53 PM
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And I don't think any club is gonna object based upon color.
 
Old Mar 15, 2011 | 05:54 PM
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Motorcycle Ministry sounds a lot better for a church group. I'd vote for that.
 
Old Mar 15, 2011 | 06:02 PM
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Remove the words motorcycle club. join all patches as does HOG. no further explanation should be needed.
 
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Originally Posted by NoDeal
Remove the words motorcycle club. join all patches as does HOG. no further explanation should be needed.
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And this is the first time I've heard that the MC patch is the third part of a three part patch. I always thought the center patch, the top rocker and the bottom rocker made up a 3PP and the MC in a square was an additional patch...
 
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Originally Posted by NoDeal
Remove the words motorcycle club. join all patches as does HOG. no further explanation should be needed.
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Thats the best way to ensure good feelings all the way around!
 



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