Bikers race on Old Spanish Trail for king and queen titles
The top three men at the inaugural Holy Grit gravel race – from left, Troy Wells, Todd Wells and Cody Cupp – enjoy a moment after the race Saturday. Todd won, pulling away from runner-up Cupp late when he had a problem with his tire, while Troy finished third. (Courtesy Aztec Adventures)
The women's winner of the Holy Grit, Shea Anderson, got to take home a handmade trophy made with bike parts. Anderson finished first, followed by Cate Fenster and Amy Haggart. (Courtesy Aztec Adventures)
The inaugural Holy Grit gravel Grinder took place Saturday, beginning and ending at the Wines of San Juan in Turley, New Mexico. Bikers were challenged with 40 miles of dirt along the Old Spanish Trail.
Todd Wells and Cody Cupp battled for the King of the Spanish Trail title, but a late tire problem hurt Cupp and helped Wells win the race. Cupp finished second, and Troy Wells finished third.
Shea Anderson, meanwhile, won the women’s race to be named Queen of the Spanish Trail, finishing ahead of runner-up Cate Fenster and Amy Haggart in third.
Aztec Adventures hosted the race.
