The 2025 Downhill World Cup season is ON! Join legendary photographer Sven Martin and renowned coach Alan Milway as they dive deep into the upcoming year of thrilling races on this episode of Bench Racing. Get the inside line on the riders to watch in 2025, crucial rule and venue changes you need to know, and some juicy behind-the-scenes info and gossip!

We'll be your go-to source for Downhill World Cup action all season long, bringing you review episodes after every race.

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In this raw and revealing conversation, Aaron Gwin opens up like never before — sharing the true cost of chasing greatness in downhill racing. From battling injuries and navigating brutal comebacks to handling the intense pressure of dominating a sport, Gwin reflects on the highs, the lows, and what keeps him pushing forward. Whether you're a fan, rider, or just love a good comeback story, this one hits deep.

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AG1

AG1 is going to give you a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase. All you have to do is visit drinkAG1.com/movingtheneedle

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In this raw and revealing conversation, Aaron Gwin opens up like never before — sharing the true cost of chasing greatness in downhill racing. From battling injuries and navigating brutal comebacks to handling the intense pressure of dominating a sport, Gwin reflects on the highs, the lows, and what keeps him pushing forward. Whether you're a fan, rider, or just love a good comeback story, this one hits deep.

Episode Sponsor:

AG1

AG1 is going to give you a FREE 1 year supply of immune-supporting Vitamin D AND 5 FREE travel packs with your first purchase. All you have to do is visit drinkAG1.com/movingtheneedle

ODI:

Drawing on over 40 years of experience of producing performance-driven grips and feedback from their extensive network of top riders across the globe, ODI and the Reflex grips have been engineered to reduce impacts and vibration being passed on to the riders’ hands to allow you to ride more with less pain and fatigue.

Learn more at:

http://www.odigrips.com/