For Tydeman Newman, bikes have never really been separate from life—they’ve always been part of it.
When he’s not riding, you’ll likely find him tinkering on bikes, bouldering, or diving into sports science. Curiosity and movement drive a lot of what he does, both on and off the bike.
Ask him to describe his riding style in one sentence and he keeps it simple:
“FUN IS FAST.”
It’s a philosophy that says a lot about how he approaches riding—focused, but never forgetting why he started in the first place.
A Lifelong Connection to Bikes
Tydeman has been around bikes his entire life.
In fact, he rode his first bike without training wheels when he was just two years old—and the excitement hasn’t faded since.
“I’ve been stoked ever since.”
That kind of lifelong connection builds instinct and intuition on the bike. Riding becomes second nature, less about thinking and more about feeling the terrain, the bike, and the moment.
Santa Monica Mountains: Home Trails
For most of his life, Tydeman has called the Santa Monica Mountains home.
It’s the kind of backyard riders dream about—rugged terrain, sweeping views, and trails that can deliver both quick laps and all-day adventures.
One route stands out above the rest: a ride out to the Fire Lookout and back.
“My ‘out the backdoor’ hour of power, a route I’ve probably done over 500 times.”
The kind of ride that never gets old.
Built on Style and Performance
Tydeman currently runs White Industries CLD hubs.
Why those hubs?
“The CLD’s are the intersection of style and performance. A beautiful, handmade piece of gear that performs flawless year after year.”
That balance matters. A component should feel right, look right, and keep working ride after ride.
When choosing components, two qualities rise above everything else for Tydeman:
Durability and feel.
“I want my bike to feel perfect and keep feeling that way every time I swing a leg over it.”
Consistency builds confidence—and confidence builds speed.
The Details Riders Miss
For Tydeman, one of the most overlooked details on bikes is the cockpit setup.
Small inconsistencies—like brake lever angles or uneven brake feel—can throw off the entire riding experience.
“It drives me nuts getting on someone’s bike and the brakes are at different angles or have inconsistent brake feel between front and rear.”
Dialing in those details keeps the bike feeling intuitive and predictable.
Fun Comes First
After years of riding, Tydeman has learned something that many riders eventually discover:
“The more fun you are having, the less anything matters.”
When the focus stays on enjoyment, the rest tends to fall into place.
Speed, progress, and confidence often follow naturally.
Ride Essentials
One thing Tydeman always brings on a ride—besides tools?
His love of schralping corners.
AirPods or Amish?
A mix of both.
“Music or podcasts occasionally, especially during solo slog training days. But I’ve always been a fan of leaving the distractions at home and connecting with the world around.”
Sometimes the best soundtrack is just tires on dirt and wind through the hills.
Building a Bike That Lasts
Tydeman’s advice for anyone building a bike they want to keep for years is refreshingly straightforward:
“Treat it right and it will treat you right.”
Maintain it. Respect it. Ride it often.
Good equipment rewards good care.
Looking Ahead
For Tydeman, riding has always been about movement, connection, and fun.
And this year, he’s excited to be doing it on White Industries hubs.
“Stoked to be shredding on White Hubs this year!!!”
Because at the end of the day, the goal is simple:
Have fun. Ride fast. Repeat.