That's just it. I'm married with a nice house, cars, wife and great kids. I guess buying expensive things just for me personally just doesn't feel right. We're getting ready to spend around $5000 putting some windows in our house, and that doesn't bother me in the least, because it isn't for me personally.

Plus it adds a bit of value to the property. I guess what i am trying to say, is that the joy from riding a high end bike would not outweigh the guilt for me. Maybe that will change some day but that is where I am today.

Another thought I had today on my ride was this: It is so hard to carve out an hour or two to ride every day but usually i manage to. With that said, I have gotten into pretty good shape over the years. Why would I want a lighter bike that would presumably be less of a work out? It seems that a fitness rider would want a heavier bike.