From Florida to California on my coast to coast ride a few years ago. All along Route 66 on that great ride. To the Southernmost point of the USA in Key West. For many thousands of miles in numerous states covering this great country of ours.
During all that time one thing has been consistent.....one pair of gloves that have accompanied me on every trip. My Olympia gloves have been with me each time. Sure once in a while they had to share duty with another pair if the weather turned colder, but they were always there, ready for duty.
I think the time has come though to let them finally rest. The left hand glove has holes completely worn through the leather, in the heel of the hand and the thumb. But I still go back to them every day. Familiar as an old friend.
Now I will try to find something suitable to replace them. Thank you for your service Olympias...a job very well done.
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Check out the deerskin gauntlet gloves with or without thinsulate (get a pair of each) at Trevinos Leathers in Lead, SD. Great value.
Thanks for the suggestion Super Cub Pilot Bob Guzzi Afficianado and Guru! I will check it out!
A well fitting pair of gloves is about like a well fitting pair of shoes for sure. When they wear out, it's a sad day. I was just thinking yesterday how much I love my Alpinestars gloves that I wear in warmer weather. They fit so well it's like I don't even have them on and are now faded from use on the top - a cool look in my opinion!
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