Aaron Gwin Masterclass: What It Takes to Race Downhill

What does it really take to race downhill at the highest level? I sat down with Aaron Gwin — multiple World Cup winner, dominant DH racer, and owner of Windrock Bike Park — for a deep dive into everything it takes to go fast. From mindset and fitness to nutrition, bike setup, and race prep, this is the most complete downhill racing guide you'll find anywhere. Whether you're just getting into racing or trying to close the gap on the podium, there's something here for every level of rider. ☕ Buy me a coffee: buymeacoffee.com/unpaved 🤝 Support on Patreon: patreon.com/unpavedtv ☕ Ryze Coffee — use code UNPAVEDTV to save 10% 🎒 Mission Workshop — use code UNPAVED to save 10% CHAPTERS 00:00 Opening / Accolades 01:07 Mammoth History & Backstory 05:20 Mindset 08:42 No Secrets / Check the Boxes 14:07 Fitness, Gym, Body & Recovery 45:21 Elevation, Heat & Conditions 49:55 Nutrition, Supplements & Hydration 1:18:27 Bike Training / Weekly Structure 1:22:22 Bike Setup & Bike Fit 1:47:33 Tire Pressure 1:55:38 Bike Park Training 2:01:57 Prepping for DH Race / Nationals 2:05:27 Jumping, Scrubbing, Speed, Wind & Big Features 2:22:40 Commitment & Sketchy Race Conditions 2:31:36 Mentoring / Asa Vermet 2:35:32 Closing 2:37:47 Viewer Takeaway #DownhillMTB #AaronGwin #ChasingGravity #UnpavedTV #MountainBike #DHRacing #WorldCup #MTBTraining #BikeLife #DownhillRacing #MountainBiking #WindrockBikePark #MTB #Enduro #RacingGuide