so i've been thinking...
 

i want to lower my ratio, get some shallower, wrapped, bars, a set of machined wheels with normal profiles, and put a brake on. hopefully this will help me save my aching knees and maybe work on technique some.

i've also been dreaming of a nice flip flop conversion with fenders and some kind of rack to strap **** like my skateboard onto. something with clips and straps and that i wouldn't mind locking out of my sight for decent amounts of time. the ultimate around town/beater bike, if you will.

not only that, but i've been lusting over an orbea volata at my LBS and fantasizing about coasting, bombing down mountains, and shifting gears. :eek:

oh yeah, and i've been wearing full lycra on all of my rides, unless i'm just going a couple blocks.

what does this all mean? have i reached my practicality threshold? am i just turning into a *****? is function finally taking precedence over fashion?

Sounds like you're having a good time on your bike. Stay with it!

God, you sound so normal ... maybe like 99 percent of cyclists. Slid into it; and enjoy!