For over a decade, Alex Marín has been one of Spain's fastest downhill mountain bikers, carving out an impressive career on the UCI World Cup circuit. From standing on Junior World Cup podiums to consistently battling inside the Elite top 10 against the best riders in the world, Alex experienced every high and low that comes with racing at the highest level.
After retiring from World Cup downhill, he didn't step away from competition. Instead, he embraced a new challenge, racing the E-Bike World Enduro Series before taking on one of the most exciting disciplines in cycling today: Red Bull's Urban Downhill events, where massive jumps, stair sets, and city streets become the race track.
In this episode, Alex opens up about what it's really like to spend ten years chasing the World Cup dream, the sacrifices behind life as a professional athlete, the mental and physical demands of elite racing, and why he decided it was time to close one chapter and start another. We also dive into his transition into urban racing, adapting to a completely different style of competition, and what continues to fuel his passion for riding.
Whether you're a mountain bike fan, an aspiring racer, or someone navigating life after a major career change, this conversation is packed with honest insights, great stories, and lessons from one of Spain's most accomplished downhill racers.
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