Today I’m joined by Aaron Gwin to catch up on what he’s been up to. Hear about his experience in the commentary booth, why he bought Windrock Bike Park, if he’ll be racing next season and plenty more. There’s some great insight in this episode and I really hope you enjoy watching.
If you’d prefer to listen to this episode then you can find it on any podcast app or at https://www.downtimepodcast.com/aaron-gwin-2023/
Podcast Stuff
Patreon
You can support the podcast to help it keep going and improving by heading over to https://www.patreon.com/downtimepodcast/
Downtime EP
Downtime EP issue 3 is now available at https://misspentsummersshop.com/products/downtime-ep/ EP takes inspiration from the guests and topics of the podcast. It expands on them, and takes them into a stunning print-only format. EP is the perfect companion for some quiet time away from the distractions of modern life. Beautiful to have and hold, and a timeless piece of mountain bike history.
Just head over to downtimepodcast.com/ep to save yourself £5 off of the cover price with an annual subscription for just £25 plus postage or you can purchase EP1, EP2 or EP3 on their own too.
Merch
If you want to support the podcast, and represent, then my webstore is the place to head. All products are 100% organic, shipped without plastics, and made with a supply chain that’s using renewable energy. So check it out now over at https://downtimepodcast.teemill.com/
Newsletter
If you want a bit more Downtime in your life, then you can join my newsletter where I’ll provide you with a bit of behind the scenes info on the podcast, interesting bits and pieces from around the mountain bike world, some mini-reviews of products that I’ve been using and like, partner offers and more. You can do that over at https://www.downtimepodcast.com/newsletter/
Are you enjoying the podcast? If so, then don’t forget to follow it. Each episode will get delivered to your device as soon as it’s available and it’s totally free. You’ll find all the links you need at https://www.downtimepodcast.com/follow-podcast/ You can find us on Apple Podcast, Spotify, Google and most of the podcast apps out there.
Our back catalogue of amazing episodes is available at https://www.downtimepodcast.com/episodes/
8 Comments
Great interview, Chris. Thanks.
Love to see some blogs from the windrock build and how that all goes
Good interview! Aaron is such a nice dude and so easy to chat with. I got to talk to him a bit earlier this year while sharing a shuttle up at Windrock and it was like talking to an old friend even though we've never met. I'm super stoked to hear Windrock is expanding, I wonder if increasing the length and elevation will make it worthy of a world cup track. Snowshoe is awesome, but Windrock is soooo much more gnarly, steep, and natural.
Will DH become an Olympic sport ??? and will the UCI go to Windrock???
I’ve been hoping for this cast. You delivered 🤘🏻🤘🏻🤘🏻
What a great interview. Don't think I've heard an interview with Gwin that was this candid
Great interview !! So much good info.. 🎉
Speaking of commentary, and Joe has read this in a separate post I made, Joe Breeden’s follow cam commentary behind Dak is amazing. His calm, dry assessment of what is happening while riding mach chicken is so insightful and entertaining. That should be a regular media staple in the coming years IMHO.