There are some things, like baseball and apple pie, that are just uniquely American. The Route 66 White patch for sale at The Cheap Place commemorates one of those things; you can find it in the American Patches section if you want to take a look. Anyway, this small, black and white patch commemorates one of America's most famous highways also known as the "Mother Road" and the "Main Street of America." The highway is so famous that it's been featured in popular music, movies, and even a television show bearing the same name.
Route 66 was first established in 1926, running from Chicago to Los Angeles. Although it was decommissioned in 1985, various organizations along the route have organized efforts to keep the historical importance of Route 66 alive. If you're a biker looking for a unique summer road trip, traveling the entire length of the highway is a great choice. You can make the trip non-stop in four or five days, but a leisurely two-week drive would give you time to enjoy the historical sites along the way.
When you're done, purchase one of these Route 66 patches and proudly display it on your vest, letting everyone know that you rode America's most famous highway. It's a great conversation starter that will allow you share your experience with other bikers who've never traveled Route 66. You might even get the opportunity to take some of them with you on a future run. How cool would that be?
