Kiwi Biker flag

**TwoSeven** · 17th November 2005, 22:01

Originally Posted by WRT

Ok, I'm no expert on these matters but have always been curious - I know that the confederate flag is a symbol of "southern pride" in the states, but have also heard that it has been used by the KKK and other racist organisations, and is held by many to represent a reminder back to the days of slavery? What is the deal with it?

Not trolling here, just genuinely interested to get the story behind it.

The KKK was formed by a few scottish americans at the end of the civil war. Its name was based on the greek word kyklos which means circle - klan, because they were scottish.

The confed flag comes into it, because they were part of the confederate army. However, I cant remember when the confed flag was used for symbolism, I think it may have been only recently in the 60s or so.

**SpankMe** · 22nd November 2005, 18:29

The flagpole's arrived. OK people, stand at attention facing the flag with your right hand over your heart and pledge allegiance to the flag.

**Waylander** · 22nd November 2005, 18:36

Sudden flashbacks to being forced to do the pledge of aligence as a child *shudders*

The flag looks wicked though.

**miSTa** · 22nd November 2005, 19:12

Looks good

**pyrocam** · 22nd November 2005, 19:42

fuck yeah!

cant wait to see that at events etc.

**SpankMe** · 23rd November 2005, 11:18

Just let me know when.

I was hoping to use one of my rifle bags to carry the pole and base, but they are not quite long/wide enough, so I've ordered a carry bag from the flag makers but it only has carry handles. I will have to get it modified to have a shoulder strap added so I can carry it on the bike.

**Karma** · 23rd November 2005, 11:21

Originally Posted by SpankMe

Just let me know when.

I was hoping to use one of my rifle bags to carry the pole and base, but they are not quite long/wide enough, so I've ordered a carry bag from the flag makers but it only has carry handles. I will have to get it modified to have a shoulder strap added so I can carry it on the bike.

You should just do like the americans, get a 6foot flagpole welded to the back of your bike and ride along with the flag waving around at the back.

Sure you'd start a convoy in no time.

**T.I.E** · 24th November 2005, 18:32

yep spank $20 has been sent to you. hope it helps.
come on guys only a few dollars needed. $4 even.
i dare you.

**SpankMe** · 2nd December 2005, 09:36

I need to get a pole bag made to carry the mobile flag pole on the bike. Something 4 foot long with a shoulder strap. The U base fits into my backpack, sort of, sticks out a bit but should be ok.

So if anyone can get one made or knows of a good place to get it made?

**Sniper** · 2nd December 2005, 12:41

Originally Posted by SpankMe

I need to get a pole bag made to carry the mobile flag pole on the bike. Something 4 foot long with a shoulder strap. The U base fits into my backpack, sort of, sticks out a bit but should be ok.

So if anyone can get one made or knows of a good place to get it made?

Was chatting to someone 2 days ago about the flag. He makes flags, flag holders ect. I'll PM you his number as soon as I find it Spank.