Agreed: bulking is a terrible idea. It really ruined me for a year and a half. But, now I feel like I'm finally hitting a rhythm. After my next photo shoot/competition, I plan to do exactly what you suggested. No more bulking for me ever again.
Oh man I'm 4'11" 129. it sucks. I don't count calories. But I do really well with same food day in day out. I'm not a competitor, new listener here. Oh I'm also in Vegas, I just listened to Can't out work your Diet podcast...now I'm here