The problem is that for the money that you pay and the amount of time it takes you may as well either not ride and just get a big bike (I was off riding for 12 years so an extra 9 months was easy) and get some decent gear while your at it. The I got Quasi gear and a then a decent bike (that I just broke... a bit)

What size did you say you were - 150kgs? Doesn't matter what size you are Quasi can/will get gear made that'll fit comfortably - no lifestyle change required.