Wolfie Posted March 10, 2011 #1 Posted March 10, 2011 (edited) I don't know if this has been put up already, but my cousin posted it on Facebook and I thought it was worth passing on, [ame=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=--92lbsY2T0]YouTube - NRA Life of Duty Patriot Profile -- Patriot Guard Riders[/ame] Edited March 10, 2011 by Wolfie
davecb Posted March 10, 2011 #2 Posted March 10, 2011 Thank you for posting this....This is why I am a PATRIOT GUARD RIDER......
1 - UP Posted March 10, 2011 #3 Posted March 10, 2011 Makes me proud to be one of the "Riders". Thanks for posting this, Ken
navydavy Posted March 10, 2011 #4 Posted March 10, 2011 Another honored and proud Patriot Guard Rider here. Thanks for posting this. I've never known a better group of people. We'll be welcoming home an American Hero this coming Friday in Southern California.
kenw Posted March 10, 2011 #5 Posted March 10, 2011 I saw this and a few others and joined up! Thanks for the post!!
coy55boy Posted March 10, 2011 #7 Posted March 10, 2011 I'm a new PGR member and have not yet been on a mission, but will be proud to serve.
painterman67 Posted March 10, 2011 #9 Posted March 10, 2011 proud member here. Ive been on a ew rides nyself. Never had to face down the protesters and hope I never did. thanks for posting this . As emotional as this video was its nothing like being there in person. truly greatfull to help David
kj5ix Posted March 11, 2011 #10 Posted March 11, 2011 Thank you for posting this....This is why I am a PATRIOT GUARD RIDER...... DITTO Thanks for posting
rlyons Posted March 11, 2011 #11 Posted March 11, 2011 The wife and I are proud members also, thanks for the posting.
Zane Posted March 11, 2011 #12 Posted March 11, 2011 Just joined Patriot Guard the other day and was wondering if anyone has made their own flag holder for their bike or has a source for one. Looking for one for my !st Gen. Appreciate any help here. Also anyone in my area a member. Would like someone to ride with to missions for the PGR. Thanks
ashley9187 Posted March 11, 2011 #13 Posted March 11, 2011 I'm a new PGR member and have not yet been on a mission, but will be proud to serve. So say I. Rick A.
coy55boy Posted March 19, 2011 #15 Posted March 19, 2011 Going on my first PGR mission tomorrow morning for a US Navy and long time PGR veteran. I thank the forum members that first made me aware of this group and hope to be a worthy addition to this honorable endeavor.
Formerfuzz Posted March 19, 2011 #16 Posted March 19, 2011 A friend of mine who with his brother served 22 years in the Army, and I joined the Patriot Guard Riders last week. We are looking forward to serving in such a noble cause for those who served for us.
hunter 1500 Posted March 19, 2011 #17 Posted March 19, 2011 Brought tears to my eyes. We have a mission today that I cant make because I couldn't get out of work. But that is the way it is you make the ones you can.
coy55boy Posted March 20, 2011 #18 Posted March 20, 2011 Mission Complete I must say, I was very impressed with the logistical planning. Everything went very smoothly and that's saying something with somewhere near 50 bikes involved. The event included a parade through the neighborhood of the honoree. Many of the residents were out on the street to watch the parade. Some were taking pictures or movies, some held their hands over their hearts or saluted, some just smiled and mouthed 'Thank You'. It was very gratifying. Each rider was provided a standard sized US flag with an 8' staff. We were arranged to flank the entrance to the hall where the memorial ceremony was to be held. It was awe inspiring to see all those flags snapping in the brisk wind. As the attendees filed in, some took the opportunity to shake hands or pat us on the shoulder and say "Thank You". Lots of people say they are patriotic. It seems to me that this is a group that shows their patriotism with actions, not just words. These folks spend their time and money to honor someone they don't know for no reason other than that person served our country in the armed forces. I felt right at home with these people and look forward to continuing my association with them.
ragtop69gs Posted May 9, 2011 #20 Posted May 9, 2011 G&V, you will find your participation with the PGR to be one of the most rewarding things you have done. Both bittersweet and heart warming at times. Don't forget your sunglasses! If you are not comfortable in a group ride ( or even if you are ) situation please be very careful, we did a 62 mile PGR KIA escort mission last Friday , it was a rainy day, we were escorting the hearse from SANGB to the funeral home on the interstate in the rain @ 50 MPH and had 1 rider lose it and go down taking out another rider. The ensuing scramble by the other riders and cages was scary ! No one else went down by shear luck. Both downed riders are OK with just bumps , bruises and road rash.
jointventure Posted May 9, 2011 #22 Posted May 9, 2011 Going on a PGR HOTH (Help On The Homefront) ride this weekend. If anyone in the area is interested. It's for a great cause and ALL proceeds benefit the vets. http://www.venturerider.org/forum/showthread.php?t=59027
Condor Posted May 9, 2011 #23 Posted May 9, 2011 Been a PGR supporter for a number of years now, and get all the notices. Can't do a ride because I become a blubbering mess at funerals.... God bless those who can do this and can still function....
Galapagos Posted May 9, 2011 #24 Posted May 9, 2011 As a member of the Ohio Patriot Guard Riders I thank to for posting this.
twigg Posted May 9, 2011 #25 Posted May 9, 2011 Wonderful video, wonderful organisation. That said, I am entirely unsure wtf it has to do with the NRA, and why their video division feels it appropriate that they should be the ones to produce this video. The NRA is a highly politicized Corporate paid for pressure group. The Patriot Guard is anything but!
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