All bikers need to have a jacket or vest that's covered in patches. It's a way of showing off your personality and making it clear to others that you're a biker. But where do you buy your biker patches? It's not like they are readily available in local stores or chains like Wal-Mart. Biker patches are somewhat of a specialty item, so you've got to know where to look for them.
Many bikers purchase their patches at rallies they attend. The good news is that you can physically handle the patches and see just how large they are before you buy them. Some people really like being able to see what they're buying. On the other hand, biker patches sold at rallies, even wholesale biker patches, are often marked up because the vender knows he has something people want. This is especially true at large rallies. Venders also often mark up the cost of rally-specific patches, such as a patch made for the Sturgis 2012 rally, at that rally.
The other way to purchase biker patches is to order them online. You can buy patches from re-sellers on auction sites like eBay, but again, many of these sellers mark up the cost so that they make a good amount of profit. You may also have to pay shipping on each patch you purchase, which can get expensive.
One easier online alternative is to shop at The Cheap Place. You'll find cheaper patches, plus they will all be shipped to you in one lot, so you will save on shipping costs. You can even purchase wholesale motorcycle patches and save more. This is especially helpful if you're shopping for your biker club since you can easily purchase patches for everyone.
