RkyMtnHigh 0 #1 December 16, 2004 Are you loyal to namebrands? for example: Tide laundry detergent? Crest toothpaste vs Colgate? Dove or Ivory soap? Vans vs Converse? Nike vs. Reebok? Coke vs. Pepsi? Charmen or Northern?...you get my point. Edit: Thanks to Rev, how 'bout skydiving gear? Are ya partial to one brand over another? I just tried an "generic brand" of laundry detergent today after only using Tide most of my life and hey, to my surprise, my clothes are fresh and clean..at a much cheaper price. I suppose that's what 9 months of unemployment does to a person _________________________________________ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
happythoughts 0 #2 December 16, 2004 I am not a motorcycle rider, but I have one observation. The best product loyalty in the world belongs to Harley-Davison. It is the only product where a wide portion of the customer base will permanently tattoo the company logo on their body. Personally, I think that is crazy. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RkyMtnHigh 0 #3 December 16, 2004 Bill, I noticed that about Harley Davidson "lovers"...they stick with that brand once they've had one. Wonder if it's because of the ride or the service A friend of mine who rode a HOG used to have me pick up HD tshirts (muscle shirts) in every city I went to when I used to travel a lot... _________________________________________ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RevJim 0 #4 December 16, 2004 I'm brand loyal on only one aspect of my life... PD Reserves! The rest is whatever better deal i get! It's your life, live it! Karma RB#684 "Corcho", ASK#60, Muff#3520, NCB#398, NHDZ#4, C-33989, DG#1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
happythoughts 0 #5 December 16, 2004 QuoteWonder if it's because of the ride or the service It's the t-shirts. Ever see a cool Suzuki shirt? Nope. A lot of it is social. Harleys are not built for speed, they are built for cruising. Relax, sit back, enjoy the ride. There are a lot of clubs and social events. Other bikes haven't developed as great a social aspect to them. Also, there is a media image. If you pay $26K for a bike, you are immediately part of a "fringe element" of society. Harley events involve a lot of topless women. The product gives you a tough, cool, and dangerous identity - even if you've never had to stand tall. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
markd_nscr986 0 #6 December 16, 2004 ***Are you loyal to namebrands? If its stuff that counts Spyderco or Gerber knives Colt or Kimber 1911's Beretta or Benelli shotguns Sherwood regulators and bcd's Henderson wetsuits Trask or New Balance footwear Michelin tires Dillon reloading equipment It doesnt pay in the long run to cut corners with some thingsMarc SCR 6046 SCS 3004 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PhillyKev 0 #7 December 16, 2004 Quote lot of it is social. Harleys are not built for speed, they are built for cruising. Relax, sit back, enjoy the ride. Not entirely true. The fastest dragsters are Sportsters. You're not going to take the twisties as fast on a cruiser, but you can have lots of fun on a wide open highway. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flyangel2 2 #8 December 16, 2004 Nope, I buy what ever is cheaper. I do most of my cleaning supply shopping at Family Dollar. That store kicks ass. Off brands of different items, and a whole lot cheaper.May your trails be crooked, winding, lonesome, dangerous, leading to the most amazing view. May your mountains rise into and above the clouds. - Edward Abbey Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RkyMtnHigh 0 #9 December 17, 2004 QuoteNope, I buy what ever is cheaper. I do most of my cleaning supply shopping at Family Dollar. That store kicks ass. Off brands of different items, and a whole lot cheaper. OMG! Mar! I dont remember any Family Dollar stores in Colorado...but since I've been down south, they have Family Dollar, The Dollar Store, and Dollar Tree and a few others..and holy cow! I've seen Mountain Dew, Glade products, etc for lots cheaper than the grocery store _________________________________________ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flyangel2 2 #10 December 17, 2004 Family Dollar stores are all over. When you lived here you had a job, and didn't notice them. Hit a few of the stores and check out the items. You can save more at one store then the other depending on what you want. For example, Family Tree, I get the dogs their chew bones there cause they are cheaper then Family Dollar. Family Tree has all kinds of wrapping paper and bags for $1. In a moments notice I can have any kind of gift wrapped got my supply stocked and ready to go.May your trails be crooked, winding, lonesome, dangerous, leading to the most amazing view. May your mountains rise into and above the clouds. - Edward Abbey Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RkyMtnHigh 0 #11 December 17, 2004 Well..Mar...with my new perspective and "reality check" on life thru this unemployment phase...I'll be more frugal in the future and shop for the bargains. No more freakin Saks Fifth Avenue and Nordstroms for me...those dayz are over. This transition has taught me so much which I'm grateful for. _________________________________________ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flyingferret 0 #12 December 17, 2004 Wow, nice list to start with. I will add: Benchmade Knives Yokohama Tires (car) Metzeler Tires (bike) PD Reserves Lite-On DVD/CD-RW drives Skechers shoes Kodak/Fuji film Lee Dungarees and Performance Khakis Harley bikes (but not apperal) Lindby Custom chrome work Ivory Soap ATI video cards Leave off: New Balance, Michelin Generally, I tend to research any purchase that is more than a souvenir or visually appealing. In those type of purchases, brand name can often mean a lot, as much preference as quality. The whole HD thing has gone WAY too far. I collect HD shirt, but only when the image is nice. I hate being a billboard with no message. And I HATE west coast choppers shirts. I own this instead: http://www.wickedjester.com/ownbike.gif So, typically there is something to be said for barnd loyalty on things you have a preference on. Brand of orange juice or toilet paper....meh. But I guess I have a lot of opinions. -- All the flaming and trolls of wreck dot with a pretty GUI. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
flyangel2 2 #13 December 17, 2004 QuoteThis transition has taught me so much which I'm grateful for. Great way to look at it.May your trails be crooked, winding, lonesome, dangerous, leading to the most amazing view. May your mountains rise into and above the clouds. - Edward Abbey Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RkyMtnHigh 0 #14 December 17, 2004 QuoteQuoteThis transition has taught me so much which I'm grateful for. Great way to look at it. Painful too....but in the long run...a tough lesson learned and a much better balanced life ahead of meoff subject...but I can't believe my debtors have been so compassionate thru all this..one guy who I spoke to today told me about how he was a teacher, had to stop teaching 3 yrs ago because his son had a fatal illness and needed his fulltime care/attention, once his son started doing better, he decided to go back into teaching..and came up empty. Now for the past 3-4 yrs have been working for a CC company and still desires to get back to teaching. I am truly blessed to have such compassionate people in my path thru all this _________________________________________ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
sunshine 2 #15 December 17, 2004 I buy Tidy Cat or Fresh Step cat litter. The cheap generic stuff does NOT work as well. ___________________________________________ meow I get a Mike hug! I get a Mike hug! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RkyMtnHigh 0 #16 December 17, 2004 I agree....there are some items that quality difference is obvious. _________________________________________ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ncrowe 0 #17 December 17, 2004 QuoteQuote lot of it is social. Harleys are not built for speed, they are built for cruising. Relax, sit back, enjoy the ride. Not entirely true. The fastest dragsters are Sportsters. You're not going to take the twisties as fast on a cruiser, but you can have lots of fun on a wide open highway. Umm I thought the turbo'd jap bikes were quite a bit faster than any harley drag bikes. "Don't Mess Around With the Guy in Shades- Oh No!!! " Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
hungarianchick 0 #18 December 17, 2004 Whatever goes on my skin or hair has to be a name brand (I love everything from Neutrogena) As for other things, I don't really care as long as they work... "I love cooking with wine. Sometimes I even put it in the food." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Muenkel 0 #19 December 17, 2004 For me it depends on the product. If the generic is as good as the namebrand, generic it is. However, I am fiercely loyal to Acura/Honda. Chris _________________________________________ Chris Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
happythoughts 0 #20 December 17, 2004 QuoteQuoteQuote lot of it is social. Harleys are not built for speed, they are built for cruising. Relax, sit back, enjoy the ride. Not entirely true. The fastest dragsters are Sportsters. You're not going to take the twisties as fast on a cruiser, but you can have lots of fun on a wide open highway. Umm I thought the turbo'd jap bikes were quite a bit faster than any harley drag bikes. I was referring to stock, off-the-shelf bikes anyway. Most people go into a Harley shop to buy a cruiser. People who want speed/acceleration buy a rice-rocket. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RkyMtnHigh 0 #21 December 17, 2004 QuoteFor me it depends on the product. If the generic is as good as the namebrand, generic it is. However, I am fiercely loyal to Acura/Honda. Chris Good call Chris...I had a Honda Prelude for 8 yrs and it was my baaaaaaaaaaaaby...I cried when I sold it. It was in MINT condition...and the lil college boy from Sweden (6'4")drove it off and I lost it...I was so attached to that car _________________________________________ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
AggieDave 6 #22 December 17, 2004 QuoteI was referring to stock, off-the-shelf bikes anyway. Most people go into a Harley shop to buy a cruiser. People who want speed/acceleration buy a rice-rocket. And the brand loyalty to the point of being an ass is stupid..."Oh, its not a HD, its shit..." Whatever dumbass. I'm getting to the point of being anti-factory now-a-days.--"When I die, may I be surrounded by scattered chrome and burning gasoline." Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gmanpilot 0 #23 December 17, 2004 Not really name brands, but I have long preferred: German cars American trucks Swiss watches everything else seems to be negotiable at this point_________________________________________ -There's always free cheese in a mouse trap. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
nanook 1 #24 December 17, 2004 QuoteAmerican trucks The ford f150 Especially King Ranch the only vehicle i bought that retains it's new leather smell after a year and a half. QuoteSwiss watches Audemars Piguet and Blanc Pain are one my wish list when I finally make bank. Rolex has been cheapened by pseudo-yuppies(people who finance a mercedes and live in an apartment.) Till then, Timex all the way. Oh yeah. . . Fresh step, Iams kitty food, Cat, Allison, Dreadnaught Marine, Lockheed._____________________________ "The trouble with quotes on the internet is that you can never know if they are genuine" - Abraham Lincoln Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Amazon 7 #25 December 17, 2004 Nah.. Generics work just fine for most stuff Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
