Part of Our Route 66 Everytown Collection – Foss Edition
Crafted for exceptional comfort, this unisex jersey tee is spun from ultra-soft 100% Airlume combed and ring-spun cotton. It blends classic comfort with the haunting beauty of Route 66's faded past.
Featuring the nostalgic "Home of Kobel's Place" slogan, it celebrates Foss, Oklahoma: a small town that once was home to one of the Mother Road's most cherished gas stations and cafés. Kobel's Place served as the vital, friendly center of this community for decades.
Perfect for Mother Road travelers, nostalgia seekers, or collectors of our exclusive Route 66 Everytown Collection, this tee honors Foss' faded but enduring Mother Road legacy. Celebrate the powerful history of this near-ghost town whose weathered relics make it a haunting standout along Route 66.
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About Foss, Oklahoma: A Ghost of the Mother Road
Foss is a small, unincorporated community located in Washita County along the historic 1926-1985 alignment of Route 66, following both Historic Route 66 and OK-66. Founded in 1900, Foss once thrived as a popular and essential refueling stop for early Mother Road travelers.
The community's centerpiece was Kobel's Place: a 1920s-era combination gas station and café that served as a vital social and service hub. For decades, it provided fuel, home-cooked meals and a friendly respite for adventurers traveling west.
However, like many small towns on the Mother Road, Foss' fortune declined rapidly after it was tragically bypassed by Interstate 40 in the 1960s. The steady stream of traffic vanished, and businesses shuttered, leading to its slow transformation into a near-ghost town.
Today, Foss stands as a poignant reminder of the highway's changing fortunes. Traces of its once-bustling past remain, offering a silent history lesson to those who seek it out: the weathered ruins of Kobel's Place, the small, sturdy old jail and the quiet streets where the Route 66 traffic once roared.
Foss' story of decline and resilience lives on through nearby attractions like the comprehensive Oklahoma Route 66 Museum in Clinton and regional celebrations such as the Weatherford Heartland Cruise Car Show. For true enthusiasts, Foss is an essential stop, providing a hauntingly beautiful glimpse into the soul of the Mother Road's forgotten past.
Product Features:
- 100% Airlume combed and ring-spun cotton for premium softness
- Side seams for added structure and durability
- Tear-away label for comfort
- Classic crew neckline with a flattering unisex fit - true-to-size for all day comfort (see size chart for details)
- Fulfilled in the USA
Care Instructions:
- Machine wash: cold (max 90°F / 30°C)
- Tumble dry: low heat
- Non-chlorine bleach as needed
- Iron or steam: medium heat
- Do not dry clean
