Consider smaller tours like s24o's or s48o's. Small getaways keep your hand in the game and can be fun because they don't involve large financial/time commitments.
In the last couple of years I have discovered a VIA rail service basically from my front door that takes me up province and into the heart of the Rockies for cheap. I've done several 1 and 2 week trips so far and look forward to a couple of more next year as well. I can get off anywhere along the line so even a long weekend is doable for less than $100 and little logistics. Roll on, roll off, ride home.