Paul Walton

Founder, Director & Lead Instructor

Southwest Cycling Specialists is the work of local cyclist and fireman Paul Walton. Paul has been an avid mountain and road cyclist all his life. Paul has raced both mountain and road bikes as an amateur and worked in shops for 15+ years.

He takes great pride and joy in helping people get onto and stay safe on their bikes!

IMBA and PMBIA Mtn Bike Skills Instructor Certified, USAC Coach, EMT-B

Paul Walton

Southwest Cycling Specialists is the work of local cyclist and fireman Paul Walton. Paul has been an avid mountain and road cyclist all his life. Paul has raced both Mtn and road bikes as an amatuer and worked in shops for 15+ years.

He takes great joy and pride in helping people get onto and stay safe on their bikes!
IMBA and PMBIA Mtn Bike Skills Instructor Certified, USAC Coach, EMT-B

Lee Newsom

Assistant Instructor

Lee has been around bikes and Albuquerque his whole life. He's managed bike shops, former bike shop owner, racer and avid rider of all bikes. Lee knows bikes, jack of all trades and loves helping others become better riders.

IMBA Instructor Certified, Specialized Bike Fitter, CPR-First Aid