Originally Posted by
somnambulant
Hell no.. but it'd be nice to be able to do more on my own... especially since I enjoy doing epic backcountry rides and things that are hard on gear like cyclocross.
Things that'll help you learn:
1. Park Tool website/Big Blue Book
2. Barnett's Manual (available in .pdf form)
3. Manufacturers' documentation for the components on your bikes
4. Years of experience and an innate mechanical aptitude
5. Ability to separate good advice from bad
6. A mentor who is good at being a mechanic as well as being a teacher