If I knew then what I know now...
The story of my life!
It's hard to let go of a non-refundable entry fee, especially if you're with a group.
Oh, I would have gone, too. We're not quitters!
If you guys want to do a desert ride, I know of one that ends at a pie shop.
Can you do Palomar too? Sounds like a good KOM training ride... a GREAT ride if it includes pie.