I would love to get to the point where this is true for me. As long as I'm only working 8 - 9 hours a day, I think I'll probably always have more time than money.

That being said, I haven't ventured into making my own stuff yet, but this thread is inspiring me for next year.

I have limited room in my jersey. Energy bars work well for me along with gels. I do take along normal food when I feel like it.

+1. Taste better, easier to chew and swallow.

Only reason to go with the energy bars is that they don't melt and make such a gooey mess when it's hot.