Don't let it get to you. There's a lot of reasons. Fuel cost a lot; people have crazy work schedules; family commitments. Ask me how I know.
I know I also do handgun combat training and drills and I'm an active lifetime member of the FJCruiser forum. In other words, I have a lot of other commitments.
Most folks work on their trucks most of the year to get ready for the SSGR in October. There's a lot of maintenance to do on these trucks: Oil, filters, gear lube, grease, gaskets, seals, adjustments, bulbs, wiring. Besides, have you driven your deuce in July yet? When it's 95 and sunny, it'll be 140 in the cab of your truck. Short trips are ok but an hour or more in traffic will really wipe you out.
I do a lot of short solo runs around town to get my deuce fix. If you get the itch, come on over to Canton. We'll grab some wings and an adult beverage or two.