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What year was Ruff Ryders established?
What year was Ruff Ryders established?
1988
Who are the founders of Ruff Ryders Inc.?
Who are the founders of Ruff Ryders Inc.?
Chivon, Dee (Darrin) and Waah (Joaquin) Dean
Who was the first member of Ruff Ryders Motorcycle Division?
Who was the first member of Ruff Ryders Motorcycle Division?
Scorpio
Who was the first multiplatinum artist on the Ruff Ryder Record Label?
Who was the first multiplatinum artist on the Ruff Ryder Record Label?
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Where was the first official chapter of Ruff Ryders outside of New York founded and by whom?
Where was the first official chapter of Ruff Ryders outside of New York founded and by whom?
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Name at least 2 former Presidents of your chapter.
Name at least 2 former Presidents of your chapter.
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Name all the national officers and their positions.
Name all the national officers and their positions.
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Who is the International Rep for Europe?
Who is the International Rep for Europe?
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Who is the State Rep?
Who is the State Rep?
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Who is the CEO of Ruff Ryders Lifestyles?
Who is the CEO of Ruff Ryders Lifestyles?
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Who is the President of Dog Division?
Who is the President of Dog Division?
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What are the National Events?
What are the National Events?
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Where did the term Ruff Ryders originate from?
Where did the term Ruff Ryders originate from?
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How much does a vested member pay annually for corporate dues? What attachment is it outlined in?
How much does a vested member pay annually for corporate dues? What attachment is it outlined in?
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How much does it cost to join the motorcycle division?
How much does it cost to join the motorcycle division?
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What is the name of the three-wheeled motorcycle that Ruff Ryders use in most music videos and what is the most updated version of that vehicle?
What is the name of the three-wheeled motorcycle that Ruff Ryders use in most music videos and what is the most updated version of that vehicle?
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How many documented divisions are there?
How many documented divisions are there?
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Name the 4 divisions.
Name the 4 divisions.
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What are the two mottos?
What are the two mottos?
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What are the states with the most chapters?
What are the states with the most chapters?
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Where did the first vested RR reside?
Where did the first vested RR reside?
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Name 3 female state reps and the state they govern.
Name 3 female state reps and the state they govern.
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Name the states connected to your state and the state rep for them.
Name the states connected to your state and the state rep for them.
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Name three countries with chapters.
Name three countries with chapters.
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Name 5 of the original members.
Name 5 of the original members.
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How many R's are on the exterior of the Corporate Vest?
How many R's are on the exterior of the Corporate Vest?
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Who's signature is known as RR Script and is located on the corporate vest?
Who's signature is known as RR Script and is located on the corporate vest?
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Name 3 Outlaw Clubs and the year they were formed.
Name 3 Outlaw Clubs and the year they were formed.
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To whom are all prospects correspondence/questions/concerns/issues directed to?
To whom are all prospects correspondence/questions/concerns/issues directed to?
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How are you to introduce yourself upon meeting or greeting official members of RR or other motorcycle organizations?
How are you to introduce yourself upon meeting or greeting official members of RR or other motorcycle organizations?
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When obtaining signatures from official members and officers, where will each sign respectively?
When obtaining signatures from official members and officers, where will each sign respectively?
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What is the minimum amount of time you will be a prospective member?
What is the minimum amount of time you will be a prospective member?
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Original RR's represented themselves with playing cards. Name the member and the card that represented them. Of those cards, whose card surfaced to represent them in the public eye?
Original RR's represented themselves with playing cards. Name the member and the card that represented them. Of those cards, whose card surfaced to represent them in the public eye?
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Who is the Chairman of the NATPRO Team?
Who is the Chairman of the NATPRO Team?
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Who is the National Event Coordinator?
Who is the National Event Coordinator?
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Study Notes
Ruff Ryders Overview
- Established in 1988 by Chivon, Dee (Darrin), and Waah (Joaquin) Dean.
- The name "Ruff Ryders" is derived from Teddy Roosevelt’s "Rough Riders," 1st Volunteer Cavalry Regiment, intentionally spelled differently.
Key Members and Positions
- First member of the Ruff Ryders Motorcycle Division: Scorpio.
- First multiplatinum artist on the label: DMX.
- Current CEO of Ruff Ryders Lifestyles: Joaquin "Waah" Dean.
- President of Dog Division: Currently Black from Cityview Kennels in Philly (test answers may list Gator).
- National officers include:
- TD: Director of RR lifestyles
- EZ: Assistant Director
- Nasti: National Administrator
- Scorpio: National Webmaster
- Wade: Business Manager
Chapters and Representatives
- First chapter outside New York established in Los Angeles, CA by Magnum.
- State representative: Young Chef.
- International representative for Europe: Loco.
- Significant states with the most chapters: California, New York, Texas.
- Original RR members include Wink1100, Scorpio, Beast900, Yayi, Supermaxx, Musk, Sweets, and Craz1.
Membership and Dues
- Annual corporate dues for vested members: $100 (outlined in Attachment 3).
- Cost to join the motorcycle division: $350.
- Minimum duration as a prospective member: 90 days.
Divisions and Events
- Four documented divisions: Motorcycle, Car/Truck, Dog, and standard member.
- National events include Memorial Day Weekend, NBA All-Star Weekend, and Caribana Weekend in Canada.
Symbols and Traditions
- Members wear vests with six "R's" on the exterior.
- Signature "RR Script" on vests belongs to Scorpio.
- Original RR members represented themselves with playing cards, notably Wink1100 as King of Hearts and Yayi as Queen of Hearts; Yayi’s card became prominent.
Outlaw Clubs
- Notable outlaw clubs include Mongols (1974), Bandido (1966), and Hells Angels (1948).
Interaction Protocol
- Prospective members must introduce themselves with "Prospect (ride name)."
- Correspondence or issues from prospects go to the Prospect Manager.
- Signatures from members are acquired on specific parts of the vest: Soldiers on the back, Officers on the front.
Female Representation
- Noteworthy female state representatives include:
- Free in Tennessee
- Pebbles in Missouri
- Yogi in Mississippi
- PK in New Mexico
- Baby X in Rhode Island.
International Presence
- Countries with chapters include Germany, Canada, and Guam.
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Test your knowledge on Ruff Ryders' origins and key figures with this exam study guide. Learn about the establishment year, founders, and notable members in the Ruff Ryders family. Perfect for fans and students of hip-hop history.
