What is the most annoying habit among your riding friends?

Always late. Regular mechanical issues. Unsolicited coaching. These are just some of the annoying trail habits you might overlook among your riding buddies.
By Jeff Barber

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For the record, these fellas are angels.

It’s great to ride with friends, but let’s face it: almost everyone has at least one annoying trail habit. That’s not to say we don’t love them; in fact, if we’re really good friends, we make sure to rib them about it during the ride.

We want to know which trail habit you find most irritating — you know, in case we’re guilty of the same thing!

What is the most annoying habit among your riding friends?

If you had to guess what YOUR FRIENDS would say is your most annoying trail habit, what would it be? Tell us in the comments below.

 
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