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Palomar Mountain + Mesa Grande CA T-Shirt

Palomar Mountain + Mesa Grande CA T-Shirt

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  • 100% Human-Made Art
  • 20+ Hours Per Design
  • Hand-Illustrated

Palomar Mountain's switchback climb and star-filled summit, every element hand-drawn and collaged into one shirt. This shirt is for the drivers who know what comes after the South Grade.

What's in this design: S7 · S6 San Diego County Shields ·South Grade switchbacks · Palomar Observatory · Taurus · Star trails · Jeffrey Pine · Bobcat · Mesa Grande Road · Lake Henshaw

T-Shirt Sizing

  • Small: Width 18 inches, Length 28 inches
  • Medium: Width 20 inches, Length 29 inches
  • Large: Width 22 inches, Length 30 inches
  • XL: Width 24 inches, Length 31 inches
  • 2XL: Width 26 inches, Length 32 inches
  • 3XL: Width 28 inches, Length 33 inches

Fit

  • Pre-shrunk
  • Shoulder-to-shoulder taping
  • Quarter-turned to avoid crease down the center

Material

  • 100% ring-spun cotton
  • Heather is 65% polyester, 35% cotton
  • Sport Grey is 90% ring-spun cotton, 10% polyester
  • Light weight, soft shirt (4.5oz)

Shipping

  • Free shipping on all US orders
  • Made to order — specially made for you
  • Ships out in 6–8 business days

Care instructions

To preserve the print on your t-shirt always, machine-washed cold, inside-out, and tumble dry low. Wash with mild detergent and avoid chlorine bleach and fabric softeners.

Please note: Some colors may appear differently in print than on screen.

A Word from the Artist

When I create these road designs, I'm not just drawing, I'm traveling. Each piece becomes a form of escapism where I get lost in the location myself, excited to see where the road will take me.

Every illustration is built with meticulous detail using many tiny lines to create shading and depth. What might in some cases look like solid color from a distance reveals itself to be intricate line work up close. I use my tablet and pen to hand-draw each element, ensuring that every time you look at the piece, you'll discover a new detail you hadn't noticed before.

Why it's a great pick

  • Long-lasting prints with water-based inks that resist fading
  • Timeless neutral colors and minimalist designs for easy matching
  • Gentle, non-irritating materials for comfortable movement
  • Auto-inspired but appreciated by all
  • Subtle recognition signal to fellow enthusiasts
  • Perfect for kicking off meaningful chats at any car meet or track event.

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Behind the Scenes

Meet the Artist

Hi, I'm Martina, the artist behind the illustration on this shirt.

My husband's passion is cars and driving. Mine is drawing. So we teamed up to turn that love for beautiful roads into artwork you can wear.

Each design in this collection is hand-illustrated by me. The elements within each design are at times inspired by my own experiences on these roads and also lots of research to capture what makes each drive unforgettable.

Whether it's a gift, a memory, or just a nod to your favorite road, I hope these designs transport you to the places you love.

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About This T-Shirt

The best drives aren't just about what you're driving, they're about what you see, feel, and soak in along the way. S6 South Grade climbs Palomar Mountain through tight switchbacks that reward every driver who commits to the route. At the top, the Palomar Observatory has been watching the stars since 1948, earning S6 and S7 their nickname: the Highway to the Stars. But the drive doesn't end at the summit. The descent through S7 into Mesa Grande opens onto a quiet rural plateau that most visitors never bother to reach. This is the reward for drivers who complete the full loop. The Palomar Mountain design captures the full experience: the observatory dome rising against a constellation-filled sky, a bobcat holding its ground in the mountains, dual S7 and S6 San Diego County shields marking the way, a Jeffrey Pine rooted in the mountain's slopes, and the Mesa Grande sign pointing toward the payoff at the bottom.

Perfect for mountain drivers, stargazers behind the wheel, motorcycle riders, and anyone who knows that the best part of Palomar isn't the summit, but it's what comes after.

Customer service was fantastic, product arrived quickly and was of excellent quality.

- Stephen N.-

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