Cost? 9 bikes, some bought new, others traded, 2 in a raffle( thanks Dirt Rag) one free curbside. How about great BP, good looking legs( she mentions once in a while) small( ish) belly and a happy outlook on life? Biking makes me smile, is a great refresh on the challenges in life and makes me a better person. It is my sport, hobby and therapy. Cost? Priceless. Never gave it a thought for actual $$ spent. So many other things to concern myself with.