MTB Rule #1: Always Blame the Bike, Never the Rider [Cartoon]

Maybe the tire isn't crap; could be the rider.
By Jeff Barber
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Maybe the tire isn’t crap; could be the rider.

 
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An illustration of a bicycle shop with a male technician working on a green bicycle on a repair stand. The background features various bike repair tools on a pegboard, while several bicycles hang nearby, some with tags marked "SOLD OUT" and one tagged "NOT FOR SALE." The environment is organized and showcases a variety of bicycles and tools.
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An illustration of a bicycle shop with a male technician working on a green bicycle on a repair stand. The background features various bike repair tools on a pegboard, while several bicycles hang nearby, some with tags marked "SOLD OUT" and one tagged "NOT FOR SALE." The environment is organized and showcases a variety of bicycles and tools.
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Sorry, We Are Not for Sale
A mechanic working on a bicycle wheel in a workshop, smiling as he adjusts components. The background features tools and equipment, with a "Cycles" sign visible. The mechanic is wearing a black hoodie with green lettering.
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