Downhill destroyer,  Aaron Gwin, takes another stab at the dreaded 17 during a Frameworks test camp in Southern California. Hard to believe the first 17 Qs we did with Aaron was 15 years ago!

Question asked
1. You wake up late and are in rush to get your day going. You stop by a Starbucks to get your caffeine fix. What drink are you ordering?

2. How do you pass time on long flights? Movies, reading, sleeping, catching up on emails??

3. What was your best trick during your bmx days?

4. What was the most money you made at a single race from bonuses? (you can leave out the team, year, or brands if you’d like)

5. If you had it all to do over again, would you rather have been a professional supercross/outdoor rider than a professional mountain biker?

6. Who has the best style at World Cups these days?

7. Favorite and least favorite World Cup track?

8. How many riders come to Windrock and ask for free shuttles?

9. Best place to eat out if you’re at Windrock?

10. Of the titles you hold, rank these from least to most favorite: bike park owner, race promoter, professional mountain biker, airbnb host, sports commentator.

11. What do you miss most about living in SoCal?

12. What’s your game plan going into Red Bull Hardline?

13. You’re considered one of the greatest downhill racers of all time. Who do you consider to be the best downhill racer?

14. We know you’ve always been a bit of a gym rat. Give us a few of your favorite exercises that translate well to on the bike performance?

15. How many elite men and elite women should there be in finals at a World Cup?

16. We’ve always admired your ability to capitalize on the success you’ve had as a racer with the many financial endeavors you’ve taken on. Do you have any money/business advice for other athletes?

17. Wouldn’t you rather be building trails at Windrock than answering these stupid questions?