Is this bike cursed?
I purchased a Motobecane Fantom Cross Uno (single speed gravel bike) less than a year ago. I swear the thing is cursed.
Started off when it came. The rear hub was bad. The company replaced it, but that took time.
I must admit it sat for a while as I rode other bikes. However, I decided I wanted/needed to start commuting on it again. Took it out for a shakedown ride this past weekend...and thought I wasn't going to stop going down a rather steep hill. So, I pulled the brake pads (it has mechanical disc brakes) and sanded them to deglaze them. I then rode it around my neighborhood and bedded the pads in.
This morning I pulled it out to ride to work. Got about a mile from home, and the rear wheel locked up. Granted, I probably overtightened the rear axle bolts or something related to the brake pad job, but still...
I ended up walking/dragging the bike back home and disappointedly drove to work to avoid being late.
This bike doesn't have 100 miles on it. Is it cursed? Should I carry on and repair (and hope for the best) or cut my losses? Honestly, I really enjoy riding it when it's working...the problem is when it's not working.
What are your thoughts? Ever had a cursed bike? Do I need to perform an exorcism on it?