My name is Tyler Montgomery, I’m 35 years old. I live in Surprise, Az with my beautiful wife Hope and my 5 year old son Maddox. I was born in Denver, Colorado. I got my first dirt bike when I was 10 years old. That sparked my interest in extreme sports. I’ve been skateboarding for 23 years and went professional back in 2020/21. Skateboarding taught me a lot about myself. I have been riding dirt bikes on and off for 10 years. In 2022 I got my first street bike. That bike was a 2015 Honda CBR 300r. Once I had that bike for about a year then I upgraded to a 2024 GSX8R. After about another year and a half Ive got the 2026 Yamaha R9. It’s by far my favorite bike I’ve ever ridden and owned. When I’m not riding I am just hanging out with my family and creating core memories with my son and wife. Being a father is one of my favorite things in life. I can’t wait to get my son on a bike so we can ride together and make some amazing memories. If you ever want to get to know me more hit me up on instagram @t.phillyofficial. I’m an open book and very grateful for NBT giving me the opportunity to share my story with all of you!

What does freedom mean to you when you're on your bike?

Freedom is when it’s just my music and the road. No distractions or mindless chatter. Only bliss. 

What advice would you give to someone just starting out riding?

Ride your own ride. Focus on safety and not judgement. Know your limits, and be honest with yourself on your skillsets. STOP being afraid of your tires. YouTube has many creators that are knowledgeable in what it takes to build confidence in your tires.

What's your favorite piece of gear that you won’t ride without?

My favorite piece of riding  gear has to be my NBT slim cargo pants. The most important thing is that they’re breathable in the Arizona heat. They’re comfortable with no need for adjusting. To top it off the pockets eliminate my need for a backpack. 

If you could ride with any rider (living or dead), who would it be?

That’s tricky. I’d say gixxerbruh or brian636. However if it’s dirt riding I’d say Travis Pastrana. 

What does being part of the riding community mean to you?

The riding community has become familial. Everyone I ride with is a brother or sister. We show up for one other and have each other’s back.

What does riding mean to you in three words? 

Three words I would use to describe what riding means to me is joy, freedom, and adrenaline. 

How does riding impact your mental health?

Riding has positively impacted my mental health in many ways. Once retired from skateboarding I felt I lost my identity. When I ride my bike I don’t think of that. I don’t hear the noise from the outside world. It’s just me and my bike. 

What’s the best road trip snack you always bring with you?

Best road trip snack has to be beef jerky or Nerds clusters. Redbull too. 

Do you listen to music while riding? If so, what’s on your playlist?

I have to listen to music while riding. I need some sort of noise other than just my exhaust. My playlist is mashed up with Pink Floyd, some rap, and if we are getting down I’ve got some death metal to hype me up. 

What's the biggest lesson you've learned from riding?

Trust yourself and listen to your gut. Always remember to ride your own ride & know your limits. Take the riding courses, educate yourself and get as much seat time as possible. Building confidence is key.