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​One Club, One Patch, One Mindset.
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We are the 93rd chapter to be chartered within the National Association of Buffalo Soldiers & Troopers Motorcycle Club (NABSTM/C) and the 4th Chapter within the State of Alabama. We
are a non-profit 501c (3) organization.
WE ARE NOT A 1% CLUB AND WE CLAIM NO TERRITORY, HOWEVER, WE TAKE OUR CLUB AND OUR MEMBERSHIP SERIOUSLY.
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Our mission and goal is to tell the story of the Buffalo Soldiers as accurately as we can. Officially authorized by Congress on July 28, 1866 into the Regular Army, the Buffalo Soldier units served with distinction and demonstrated their fighting skills through many years of faithful duty under the harshest conditions of the American West. These troopers were known by the Native American with fear and respect and labeled “Buffalo Soldiers” by their one-time Native American adversaries during the years of the Indian wars in the late 1880s through 1890s. We are a non-profit organization comprised of mostly minority men and women from the military, law enforcement and community businesses all dedicated to the sport of motorcycling.
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Our colors represent a long history and we wear them with pride and respect. Our colors pay homage to African Americans of the 9th and 10th Calvary who sacrificed their lives so that our country could be what it is today. They are a badge of courage, sacrifice and honor as are those who continue to serve. The National Association of Buffalo Soldiers & Troopers Motorcycle Club (N.A.B.S.T.M.C) is an organization of professional men and women that are dedicated to the sport of motorcycle riding and safety. We ride our motorcycles [Iron Horses] to represent the horses that were ridden by the Buffalo Soldiers during the 1800's. Our objective is to educate those that are unfamiliar with the racism, sacrifices and hardships that the Buffalo Soldiers of the 9th and 10th U.S. Cavalries had to endure. Our vision is to instill this knowledge into the minds and hearts of our youth of today so that we can motivate them to become better citizens and leaders of tomorrow. We feel by doing this the legacy of the Buffalo Soldiers of the past will live on forever and shall not be forgotten.
The National Association of Buffalo Soldiers and Troopers Motorcycle Club (NABSTMC) was established in October of 1993 in Chicago, Illinois by Kenneth “Dream Maker" Thomas. Dream Maker founded the NABSTMC for the purpose of fostering unity and fellowship with motorcyclists in the Chicago area. Since then, the NABSTMC has grown from one chapter to over 100 nationwide and overseas. We are professional men and women dedicated to the sport of motorcycle riding and safety; and educating the public about the accomplishments of the 9th and 10th Cavalry Buffalo Soldiers. In addition, we “do good in the ‘hood"through community service such as, feeding the homeless, awarding scholarships for graduating high school seniors and riding our motorcycles in support of organizations such as the Make-a-Wish Foundation.
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If you'd like to make a Tax-Deductible Charitable Contribution.
Eufaula Buffalo Soldiers
Event 28th - 30th Sept 2018
Registration Fee
$75.00
20th Sept 2018 Late Fee
$90.00
ABOUT US
Believing that it was time to establish a modern progressive motorcycle club whose focus was to promote a positive image among African Americans that would be respected in the community and throughout the country, Ken "Dream Maker" Thomas founded the Buffalo Soldiers Motorcycle Club of Chicago in October 1993. The name Buffalo Soldiers was initially selected to pay homage to and ensure the legacy of African American military contributions in the post Civil War era. Under the leadership of Ken Thomas, the new club was chartered as the Buffalo Troopers Motorcycle Club of Chicago.
Membership in the club grew to a total of ninety-two (92) during that first year, making it the largest African American motorcycle club in Chicago, IL. The clubhouse was located at 8510 South Ashland Avenue. The clubhouse displayed many items dedicated to the history and memory of the Buffalo Soldiers such as pictures, books, statues, and an authentic buffalo head donated by member Ernie Daurham. In 1996, the club moved from this location to its current location at 13836 South Indiana Avenue, in Riverdale, Illinois. The club's popularity grew as members attended the national roundups and rallies held in various cities in the country. This popularity transformed into interest of other clubs in affiliation with the Buffalo Troopers M/C of Chicago, Illinois.
Then, Brian Bulow, a former President of the Maryland Chapter, and now a former Vice President of the NABSTMC saw the Chicago Buffalo Troopers at the Atlanta Roundup and displayed an interest in starting a chapter. That interest resulted in the first chapter to wear the "patch" outside of Chicago, Illinois. Soon afterwards, others showed an interest and started chapters, the next five being Florida, Delaware, Virginia, New Jersey and California. In 1999, the clubs collectively formed the National Association Buffalo Soldiers & Troopers Motorcycle Clubs "NABSTMC" which currently consists of over one hundred chapters throughout the United States. All the chapters of the association voted in Ken "Dreammaker" Thomas President and Founder. All the members wear the patch that was originally designed by the Chicago Illinois Chapter and subscribe to the NABSTMC rules, regulations, and by-laws.
The NABSTMC is now an active participant in numerous charitable functions including supporting senior citizen homes, student scholarships and food and fund drives for charitable organizations, i.e. The March of Dimes and Toys for Tots. The NABSTMC has also taken the responsibility of mentors to area youth and educational programs, which share enlightenment of the heritage that African-Americans have played in the United States. We are also actively involved in recognizing the accomplishments and sacrifices of the Tuskegee Airmen. NABSTMC encourages a positive image and behavior of our members and affiliates. We believe that we are role models and share a responsibility and a positive value system to our respective communities. The member chapters do not discriminate against race, religion, gender or ethnic origin. The majority of our organization is comprised of minority members who accept those who share our values and support our cause.
National Founder
Kenneth "Dream Maker" Thomas
