2008 was a year of learning. Tweaking my old Trek to fit well, went clipless, learned alot about sustenance on long rides, and bike maintenance. Most importantly, I found a form of exercise that I love. I started with nothing, and over the course of the summer, spent about $600 total on bike, shorts, jerseys, shoes, helmet, gloves, pedals, floor pump, computer, tubes and maintenance items. Everything but the bike was brand new. Looking for a trainer now.
Goal for 2009: Ride the Griffen (90+ mile race around Lake Winnebago) and not finish last.