Originally Posted by
gcottay
Humans are not born either knowing how to change bike tires nor with the required equipment.
Applying derisive labels like "helpless" is no way to enhance advocacy or safety. If you care about the issue, help and teach.
And even on this very forum you can find threads of people saying, I tried to put so-and-so tire on the rim and it was difficult--I broke the tire lever, etc. It's not necessarily a trivial operation. However, it is likely that many cyclists don't think about mechanics or maintenance until it is too late.
I've changed a flat on my car, and I have to say, I'd just as soon have someone else do it if I can.