Willy T Ribbs "Speed Racer" (color) T-Shirt
William Theodore Ribbs Jr. is an American race car driver, racing owner who is the first Black man to test a Formula One car in1986. He's also the first African-American to test in the Indianapolis 500 in 1985 and race in 1991 and 1993. Retired now, Willy T Ribbs competed in many forms of auto racing having his most success in the Trans-Am Series with 17 wins. Mr. Ribbs had a very strong personality, and didn't take much from anyone. His strong will and superior self-confidence helpled him to overcome extreme discriminiation and systemic racism throught the industry. With his strong will he was able to pursue his dream under extrame resistence. And, in so doing, make history and pave the way for furture drivers of color like Bubba Wallace. We tribute Willy T Ribbs with our "Speed Racer" T-shirt. This t-shirt is everything you've dreamed of and more. It feels soft and lightweight, with the right amount of stretch. It's comfortable and flattering for both men and women. (There are more color version choices of this shirt (such as white) sold separately on this site because of creative variances of the print letters created)
• 100% combed and ring-spun Pima cotton
• Fabric weight: 4.2 oz (142 g/m2)
• Pre-shrunk fabric
• Shoulder-to-shoulder taping
• Side-seamed
Size guide
XS | S | M | L | XL | 2XL | 3XL | 4XL | |
Length (inches) | 27 | 28 | 29 | 30 | 31 | 32 | 33 | 34 |
Width (inches) | 16 ½ | 18 | 20 | 22 | 24 | 26 | 28 | 30 |