Home / Mountain Bikes and Gear / Mountain Bikes MTB Rule #1: Always Blame the Bike, Never the Rider [Cartoon] Maybe the tire isn't crap; could be the rider. By Jeff Barber April 30, 2021 Last Updated: July 12, 2021 Singletracks may receive compensation for purchases made through any affiliate links in this article. Maybe the tire isn’t crap; could be the rider. Related articles Trust Issues? [Cartoon]Sorry, We Are Not for SaleSorry, We Are Not for SaleA Beginner's Guide to Mountain Bike Wheel Truing