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Road Trip: The American South West in Winter

12 years ago
1 min read

by Michael Satterfield – 01/7/2013

Rugged, Cold, and Amazing photos from our drive across Colorado, New Mexico, and Arizona. We headed south from Denver, taking the back highways, avoiding interstates, and discovering small towns, many nearly abandoned by their residents.  

Speedway Garage in San Luis, New Mexico

San Francisco Peak

The Abandoned Arrow Motel in Espanola, NM

Highway 159 following the frozen Rio Grand River

Cattle in Frozen fields in Southern Colorado
Downtown Walsenburg, Colorado
A stretch of Interstate 25 that we could not avoid

Highway 160 Colorado

Wild Mustangs in Southern Colorado

Large Elk running across Highway 159 near the Colorado/New Mexico Boarder

A cold Highway 159

If you look close you can see the Elk sprinting through the sagebrush 

Forgotten Towns on lonely roads

Michael Satterfield

Michael Satterfield, founder of The Gentleman Racer, is a storyteller, adventurer, and automotive expert whose work blends cars, travel, and culture. As a member of The Explorers Club, he brings a spirit of discovery to his work, whether uncovering forgotten racing history or embarking on global expeditions. His site has become a go-to destination for car enthusiasts and style aficionados, known for its compelling storytelling and unique perspective. A Texan with a passion for classic cars and motorsports, Michael is also a hands-on restorer, currently working on a 1960s SCCA-spec Formula Super Vee and other project cars. As the head of the Satterfield Group, he consults on branding and marketing for top automotive and lifestyle brands, bringing his deep industry knowledge to every project.

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