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TEE SIZE CHART

High Point Shoulder (HPS) is measured from the highest point of the shoulder to the bottom hem of the shirt
High Point Shoulder Length
Bust/Width measures across the bust 1” below the armhole, seam to seam. Bust/Width

SizeHigh Point Shoulder (HPS)Bust / Width (1" below armhole)
XS2717 1/2
S2819
M2920 1/2
L3022
XL3124
2XL3226
Exploding Whale Oregon T-shirt with illustrated 1970 Florence design
Exploding Whale Oregon T-shirt with illustrated 1970 Florence design, back view
Exploding Whale Oregon T-shirt with illustrated 1970 Florence design, alternate view

Exploding Whale Tee

$34.95

A soft unisex Oregon T-shirt inspired by Florence’s unforgettable 1970 exploding whale story. Made for Oregon Coast fans, history buffs and anyone who likes their local legends a little weird.

Size Guide

TEE SIZE CHART

High Point Shoulder (HPS) is measured from the highest point of the shoulder to the bottom hem of the shirt
High Point Shoulder Length
Bust/Width measures across the bust 1” below the armhole, seam to seam. Bust/Width

SizeHigh Point Shoulder (HPS)Bust / Width (1" below armhole)
XS2717 1/2
S2819
M2920 1/2
L3022
XL3124
2XL3226
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Celebrate one of Oregon’s strangest true stories with the Exploding Whale T-Shirt from That Oregon Life. The design remembers the infamous 1970 Florence incident on the Oregon Coast—an unforgettable piece of local history that still makes Oregonians laugh, cringe and tell the story all over again.

Choose Heather Dust for the lightweight Bella + Canvas fit or Black for the Gildan Softstyle fit. Both are unisex tees made for road trips, beach weekends and anyone who appreciates Oregon’s wonderfully weird side.

Details

  • Heather Dust: Bella + Canvas 3001; 52% combed and ring-spun cotton, 48% polyester; 4.2 oz./yd.² (142 g/m²); side-seamed construction
  • Black: Gildan 64000 Softstyle; 100% ring-spun cotton; 4.5 oz./yd.² (153 g/m²); tubular construction
  • Both have shoulder-to-shoulder taping. Fit differs by color, so compare the size measurements before ordering.

Looking for more ways to share the story? Pair it with our Exploding Whale Sticker, or browse more Oregon graphic T-shirts.

Additional information

Weight N/A
Color

Black, Heather Dust

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An Oregon Coast original

Wear one of Oregon's wildest true stories

The 1970 Exploding Whale incident has become Oregon folklore: strange, unforgettable, and forever tied to the coast near Florence. This tee keeps the story alive with original That Oregon Life artwork made for people who appreciate the wonderfully weird side of the state.

Product details

  • Heather Dust: Bella + Canvas 3001, 4.2 oz/yd2, 52% combed and ring-spun cotton / 48% polyester
  • Black: Gildan 64000 Softstyle, 4.5 oz/yd2, 100% ring-spun cotton
  • Heather Dust has side seams; Black has tubular construction
  • Both have shoulder-to-shoulder taping

Sizing & fit

  • Heather Dust: S through 2XL; Black: S through 3XL
  • Use the size guide above before ordering
  • Compare the listed measurements with a favorite tee for the most reliable fit

Shipping expectations

This item is made to order. Allow 3-7 business days for fulfillment before it ships. U.S. transit is estimated at 3-4 business days after shipment, but carrier and seasonal delays can vary.

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