Ducati Monster Forum

Just thought I'd let everybody know I'm working on making a dmf shirt for myself.  I AM NOT doing these to sell them, I just thought I'd make a couple for myself.  My friend owns a monogram shop, so I'm taking in a regular Ducati t-shirt and having the DMF logo from the upper left of the screen printed on the back about six to eight inches round.  I will definitely post pics.  After hearing that dmfers were right next to each other at the race and didn't know it, I thought it's about time.  Again, I'm not doing these to sell, but I'm sure if the flounders want to run w/ the idea there'll be plenty interested!  Pics hopefully coming soon! [thumbsup]

If any one is interested I can make DMF shirts for sale.  I make T-shirts, and I already have three or four designs.  Probably do one design at a time, and would have to have a min. of 30 orders (it's pretty expensive to just do a couple shirts).

This is based off of the last order I did, but with shipping in the US, everything included it would be 20 bucks a shirt.  (It might be a little cheaper w/greater numbers but it's been a while since I did a batch).

If you guys are interested let me know, and I'll work on some mock-ups and we could put a poll up of what shirt design we do first.  Or I could just throw some simple ones together....

let me know.

Perhaps the DMF shirt should include some bacon....

 [thumbsup]
Great idea, count me in. Hope there is enough interest to post designs for a poll.

I think you guys should check with the owners of the logo before you start making plans for using it.

Just sayin'

Please, no.

The company I use for t-shirts for my workers cost me $300 for 50 shirts, Gildan 100% cotton, pocket, with screenprint on front pocket and the same print larger on the rear. Someone shoot me some designs, or a voted on design, and I'll start the process.
Figure $6.50/shirt + shipping. Probably run about $10-11 each.
Lemme know.

I sent a copy to Speeddog (He was online at the time). letting him know what we are thinking.  Not saying we are going ahead with it, just seeing what people think.    I figure he could let the other powers that be know what we are thinking. 

I don't care if you guys use me or not, but Don't start anything yet.  We don't own either the DMF logo, or any of the Duc logos.  So take it slow.  And what ever you do... don't roll with a T-shirt that has a pocket. Also you have to count on packaging being about 1.50  shirt, and shipping being between 4 and 5 per shirt (US only). 

I think there is plenty of interest in a DMF shirt. Get a couple designs out and lets have a vote. [thumbsup]

Not gonna do anything without authorization from the owner of the logo, the flounders/mods, and enough interest to make sure I don't end up with a loss. I'd do it for cost, just don't need 45 DMF shirts right now!

Question: Why no pockets?

pocket t-shirts are ghey....

i'd rather see crew-neck, v-neck, long sleeve, short sleeve variations.

I would be interested in a shirt or two, though would I be able to get them shipped to Sydney Australia?
Just a thought, maybe you through an extra $5 for the cost of each shirt and give it to DMF for the upkeep of this sight.
Don

I'm making my own shirt, but if the "powers that be" decide that shirts will be sold from this site (and the design isn't too crazy), you can sign me up for a couple.  The only reason I posted this thread was to hopefully get the ball rolling on this.  I think it would be great for the forum and all the members.  It wouldn't be a bad way for the flounders to make a few bucks either.  So if we can get some kind of go-ahead from the almighty ones, lets get this mother rollin'. [drink] [wine] :-\ :-X [puke]

Dude! This is America! Make a nice product and make a profit. If you want to do it for fun, just a small profit.
So, if you make $1 per shirt and sell 20 million, you can retire!
Oh wait. I forgot about the demand side of the equation.
:)
Count me in!

You all figure out the design, legalities and all that jazz.  Sign me up and let me know:
1. When it's ready
2. Who to pay
3. How much I owe
4. When it will be here.

I'm just sayin'...

Oh, and if *anyone* is taking a poll, I'd love a v-neck. :-*

I have several good designs.  A couple younger hip designs and a couple straight forward "older crowd" ideas.  But I'm not rolling on anything until the Flounders say it's cool.  I don't want any one getting butt hurt over t-shirts.

We can do V-necks.  and we can definitely get them to Australia, or where ever.  Just not sure what the shipping would be on that with out checking. 

+1

Well, I was hoping to have a better prepared announcement, like "The shirts are ready, and here's how to order 'em", but this thread has forced my hand.

Shirts are in process, and will be available shortly.

We will announce how to order 'em, so don't order here, and don't PM me with your order yet.

Thanks for the update, Speeddog.   [thumbsup]

It's frustrating for everyone, guys.

I know people want to help, and that's great.

Sometimes there are also some people who are looking to make a tidy profit from this site too... we fend off quite a lot of bs soliciting and 'cooperative' ad stuff.

And we have good intentions but we are also busy.  So the legit folks who help get frustrated too because we don't jump on stuff.  I often mean to jump on something and before I know it the email gets burried beneath the hundreds of law-related emails I sift through weekly.

Please work with us and understand.  The DMF has been up for about half a year.

Some guys worked pretty hard to get the layout and the site working well, and they rightfully have a sense of pride and ownership.

I never mind an email about something I forgot.   I do, like anyone, mind a public posting calling me out on something I forgot.   Not that it isn't deserved of course, but keeping in mind the goal, it doesn't follow in my mind that it's the best tactic.

We've talked some of letting people do runs of whatever they want with DMF swag.  I think the way to approach that is by pitching it as what it can do for the forum...ie:  I can run shirts for x amount, I need y amount to cover some of my time, and then I would give z amount to the DMF to help support it.

We're all on the same side here, and while I know people desperately want to spend money on something DMF, please have patience.   The site is less than a year old and it's not a business.

 [beer]

no go wheelie some.  when you get back the DMF will be a little better.

It's someguy, but thanks for the props!  ;D

I'm already in teh process of a whole line of branded DMF merchandise. I will have Zippo's, Beer Coolies, Bottle Openers, Lunch Boxes, Coffee Mugs, Thermos's's's, Pocket Knives, DMF Monkey Overlord Figurines, DMF Red Wine & DMF branded Smokehouse Bacon.


I've put a lot of my time & capital into this venture.  :-\

I will be advertising soon on teh Home Shopping Network.  [thumbsup] 

I see myself purchasing an apartment in Monaco next to Troy Bayliss.

Yes, I already read Speeddog's post later in the thread and am awaiting the official DMF shirt but ...............it's perfectly legal to make anything you want with any logo you want if it's for personal use. Just sayin'

I think the point behind the thread is... Where the hell are the shirts, clutch covers, and countershaft covers! Sheesh you guys have had 3 whole months to get this stuff produced. You got real jobs or something? :P

Thanx, already have my clutch cover [thumbsup]

I don't think anyone was calling anyone out.  Just trying to help out and get it done. 

+1
If running this place is getting to be too much for the available hands, Maybe it's time to spread the load.
With 3200+ members, I'm sure you could find a few volunteers.
Maybe its time for an Iridium membership level? Unobtanium?

calling out was the wrong phrasing.  never that serious.   

This place runs itself for the most part.

One thing we flounders don't want is over-moderation.

We are adding a few local mods to do housekeeping in local boards as the need arises.

Seems to be working.

Email sent.

Count me in if it's got bacon on it. [thumbsup]

LA