I ride about 250 miles per week sice I got my cannondale in July, I really do love it. Most of my purchases have been clothing related as I started with absolutely nothing. Chamois shorts, shoes, wicking shirts, warm wicking shirts, wool, helmet. So atleast since I'm new all the things I bought were needs more than wants.
Now I'm at the point where I own enough stuff to be comfortable and my prioritys have changed to upgrades. Bought some speedplays(don't like them) now thinking about gp4000s or even lighter wheels. I've also been thinking about buying a carbon bike but I only have 1500 budget so that's not a great idea. I've always been obsessive in everything I do, cycling has been the same.