Stick with me here, people!
If you interested in the hat and want to grab yourself a hat, shoot me an email. My information will be at the bottom but I encourage you to read the full story because you’ve made it this far, so you might as well learn about the origin! Sold on the dream is a saying I hold dear to my heart. No matter what your dream is in life, if you’re going to pursue it, you have to be 100% sold on it. It’s not just a phrase but it’s a mindset. It’s the belief you carry when you find yourself obsessing over your idea, vision, or promise. You buy into it emotionally and wholeheartedly, no matter the obstacles or the difficulty. Those four simple words become your compass when doubt tries to creep in.
How Sold On The Dream relates to Palm.
When we started Palm, there were plenty of doubters. People would say, “It’s just a golf glove,” or “If it’s such a good idea, wouldn’t Nike already be doing it?” Versions of those statements came at us from close friends, family members, and even people we admired. But for me, none of that mattered. I was sold on the dream—sold on the idea of building something completely different, something that had never been seen before in the golf space.
Palm wasn’t just about making products; it was about creating a brand that reflected a lifestyle, an attitude, and a vision. We wanted to stand out, to push boundaries, and to bring a fresh perspective to a sport that had long been defined by tradition. Being sold on the dream meant seeing past the naysayers and believing in the potential to disrupt and innovate. And here’s the thing: if you’re not fully sold on your own dream, how can you expect anyone else to be?
Origin Story
It was the summer after graduating college, and the world felt alive with possibility. Freshly armed with college diplomas and unyielding optimism, ten of us stood on the precipice of freedom. Our goal? To drive an RV from New Jersey to California and back, traversing and hiking the sprawling beauty of America with nothing but our wits, laughter, and a dream.
We found an RV that had already conquered the vast wilderness of Alaska and journeyed all the way to Pennsylvania. It was perfect—almost destined for us to buy. It had seen miles of open road, mountain passes, and star-lit skies. We knew it was the one.
The only problem? The price. We pooled our savings and set a hard limit. With hope in our hearts, we drove two hours to meet the seller, convinced that our dream was too compelling for anyone to resist.
When we arrived, the man greeted us with weathered hands and a kind smile. He clearly knew a thing or two about life on the road. We explained our vision: ten friends, fresh out of college, chasing adventure coast to coast. He listened intently, nodding as enthusiasm spilled out of us in waves.
Finally, we made our offer: $1,500 under his asking price. He was fine with the deal but needed to run it past his wife first. Like most married men know, women are the decision-makers, and her verdict was firm: No deal.
When the man delivered the sad news that the price was firm, we were bummed. But then, something magical happened. He lowered his phone, looked at us with a glimmer in his eye, and said the words that would live with us forever: "I can’t sell you the RV, but I’m sold on your dream."
It was bittersweet. The RV slipped through our fingers, but his words sparked something larger. They encapsulated the spirit of the trip, the power of dreaming big even when circumstances didn’t align.
As fate would have it, we didn’t let that moment stop us. Someone else caught wind of our dream. He heard the story and was also sold on the idea. My Uncle Bob graciously convinced his business partner to let us borrow his RV. Suddenly, we upgraded from a could have been considered beaten-up 1989 Toyota Camry on wheels to something that felt like a 2011 Mercedes. It was game-changing.
The ten of us embarked on the adventure of a lifetime, driving from coast to coast and back again. The stories we made—of firefly-lit nights, national parks we hiked, Vegas highs and lows, unexpected detours, and unbreakable friendships—are too many to recount here, but they remain etched in our hearts.
That phrase, though: "Sold on the dream." It became our mantra. It wasn’t just about a road trip; it was about believing in something bigger than yourself, something worth chasing. Even when the road gets bumpy.
And now, every time we hear it, we smile. Because dreams, after all, are what keep the wheels turning.
Sold on the DREAM
Dustin Ghaul
Co-Founder
If you’re interested in getting a hat then send me an email at dustin@palmgolfco.com. Have the subject say, Sold on the Dream and tell me why you want one!
