How many people use GEICO just because they sponsor the FC team?

Jeff_Crutcher
Edited Date/Time 12/23/2017 8:49pm
I do. I haven't even checked if I can get a better rate elsewhere. However, if I am getting an energy drink mid day it's a monster rehab, despite the fact that I cannot stand Monster Energy Kawasaki. And I drive past a Home Depot on my way to Menards despite their deal with Barn Pro's Yamaha.

So yeah, what out of industry stuff do you use because of their ties with teams?
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slowgti 12/23/2017 5:20am
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I have had geico quote me before, prices were competitive. I chose to stay with the same agent I've had for 15+ years though.

I've wondered the same thing before, I'll see a product and the thought of who they sponsor crosses my mind.
nascarnate326 12/23/2017 5:31am
12/23/2017 5:31am
I do.

When possible I try to reward any company that spends money on Moto even if it costs a few dollars extra. Unfortunately not that many outside companies.
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kzizok 12/23/2017 6:34am
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Ive tried but they just cant get close to Progressive for me.

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Flip109 12/23/2017 6:56am
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kzizok wrote:
Ive tried but they just cant get close to Progressive for me.
X2 on progressive bro. Plus gotta love Flo!


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just James 12/23/2017 7:48am
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I got a quote from Geico because of their involvement in the sport, but they couldn't come near the deal I got with Progressive. This was for insurance on a street bike that I recently purchased.
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mauidex 12/23/2017 8:12am
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kzizok wrote:
Ive tried but they just cant get close to Progressive for me.
Flip109 wrote:
X2 on progressive bro. Plus gotta love Flo! [img]https://p.vitalmx.com/photos/forums/2017/12/23/233703/s1200_54A0319D_0BA6_46B6_A255_E839529A5769.jpg[/img]
X2 on progressive bro. Plus gotta love Flo!


just had to get a new 6 mo auto policy, try every time, but again geico is over twice as much as progressiveSadSad
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loftyair 12/23/2017 8:18am
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I always look towards moto sponsorship. Although, religion and politics 'trump' some of them. Then price, if it close, its fine. But too much, then just no.
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Boarddesign 12/23/2017 8:23am
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I do, I try to support as many companies who support our sport as I can.
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Bruce372 12/23/2017 9:00am
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Geico won't insure your bike if you race it.
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pmshortt2 12/23/2017 9:10am
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I have geico for homeowners but for auto they won’t give me anything because of my driving record...lol. I go to Jimmy Johns when I can because of their support when I want a sandwich
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kkawboy14 12/23/2017 9:29am
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Government Employee Insurance COmpany, they are pretty strong to have backing you as a mx rider.
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mx12boy 12/23/2017 10:01am
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I went with them because they were about $1200 less a year than AAA. Triple A went crazy on their rates this year.
Dirty Points 12/23/2017 10:06am
12/23/2017 10:06am Edited Date/Time 12/23/2017 10:31am
Yes. Homeowners/auto.

For some reason, despite their involvement in the sport, their motorcycle coverage has not been super price competitive for me with other options.
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Muezh 12/23/2017 11:01am
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kzizok wrote:
Ive tried but they just cant get close to Progressive for me.
same here. Cant beat Progressive rates and I can't justify spending the extra money just because they sponsor a team.
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rohleder644 12/23/2017 12:03pm
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kkawboy14 wrote:
Government Employee Insurance COmpany, they are pretty strong to have backing you as a mx rider.
And this is exactly why I steer clear of them.
I prefer to support local business anyhow.
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NorCal 50+ 12/23/2017 12:22pm
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I do. I have supported moto-sponsoring companies since the days of Team Peak (antifreeze).

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MOTO120 12/23/2017 3:46pm
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Moto support is the reason I just purchased my second brand new Tundra....support those who support the sport!
craigathan404 12/23/2017 3:48pm
12/23/2017 3:48pm
Kinda, Geico has actually been really awesome to me and my family, but since they sponsor the FC team, makes me a little more inclined to stay there.
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boston_jorj 12/23/2017 4:00pm
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I priced insurance for my new street bike first thru Geico Powersports due to their participation in the sport. However found the rates high when compared to Dairyland. Ending up going with Dairyland.
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mikec265 12/23/2017 4:37pm
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Geico rates were higher for everything.
I drink a lot of energy drinks too, but only buy the ones on sale. No overpriced Redbull or Geico for me. $ has to add up in my favor before I part with it.
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Steve125 12/23/2017 5:42pm
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I do. Cars, Motorcycle, and House.
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KMC440 12/23/2017 6:14pm
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kkawboy14 wrote:
Government Employee Insurance COmpany, they are pretty strong to have backing you as a mx rider.
Gubmint ain't got nuthin to do with Geico.
Owned by Berkshire Hathaway (Warren Buffett).
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Bigshow 12/23/2017 7:24pm
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I got a quote from Geico, because they are a sponsor, but also cause the insurance I had wanted like $300 a month to cover my Maverick. Geico smoked who I had my car insurance through on the qoute. So I have everything covered with Geico. Have since got qoute from some other company's and no one has beat Geico on cover everything I have covered.
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system 12/23/2017 8:31pm
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Not initially but it's one of the reasons why I keep them for car insurance.
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KennyT 12/23/2017 8:49pm
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I must say I did try getting a quote after hearing the announcers tell me to 15 mins into the motos. It was worth it....saved me a few hundred a year when I made the switch from 21st century. When it comes to insurance I use whatever is the cheapest, not based on who/what they sponsor

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