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CVC Club Ride Recap for Week of 8-24-12 Saturday’s Starting time is 8:00 AM until September 29th
by Norman Weir 24 Aug '12

24 Aug '12

CVC Club Ride Recap for Week of 8-24-12 Saturday’s Starting time is 8:00 AM until September 29th Hi CVC'rs, Here’s this upcoming week’s club ride recap summarizing the rides and identifying the club ride leaders. Please refer to the individual ride captain’s ride announcement emails for specific ride details. Note that each club colored ride has a “Ride Captain” with a team of “Ride Leaders” who will lead the specific announced rides as posted by the Ride Captains. Everyone is invited and encouraged to take part in leading and assisting the rides, just contact the ride Captain and they will tell you all you need to know. Saturday, 8-25-12: 8:00 AM New Time Start: Citibank/Sprouts parking lot - Westlake Village (NE corner of Westlake Blvd. and Agoura/Hampshire Rd.’s) Purple Ride : The Purple group is riding Malibou Lake, With Mike L. Please print the route slip if you are unfamiliar with the area. Route: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/381518 Gold Ride is heading up Stunt, and returning on Mulholland with Beth Mc: Please print the route slip if you are unfamiliar with the area. Route:http://ridewithgps.com/routes/1116644 Red Ride: is going up Piuma down Fernwood up Old Topanga, With Jim D Route: http://connect.garmin.com/activity/138097301 Orange Rides: Up Stunt down Fernwood to Old Topanga, With Norm W Route: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/1624081 Sunday: 9:00am start at Citibank/Sprouts parking lot Purple Ride: San Juan Bautista De Anza, Mulholland, Cornell and lake lap with AJ. Social Ride: Hidden Valley reverse direction with Dos Vientosas an extension,Dale S Next Week: Tuesday and Thursday PM Red and Gold ridesStart Location Citibank Parking, Gold start at 5:15 and Red Leave at 5:30: Tuesday Morning at 8:30 Start from Citibank Parking Lot With Sheri L Tuesday PM Mountain Bike Rides-Novice and Advanced Start Time 6:00 PM. It is starting to get dark earlier, time to pup the lights one is quickly approaching. With Kent K and Joan S Thursday Picnic Ride from Westlake Association Building area Start Time 5:30 PM With Sherrie F Inclement Weather Policy: In the interest of safety, whenever it is either actively raining or the ride route is wet it is our club’s policy to cancel scheduled club ride. Should club members choose to meet and ride in inclement conditions the ride will not be considered an official club ride. Upcoming Events: Labor day September 3rd ride Starting at 8:00 AM: From Citibank/Sprouts parking lot - Westlake Village (NE corner of Westlake Blvd. and Agoura/Hampshire Rd.’s Route: Westlake Wall, down Encinal to PCH, up Latigo, down Rockstore to Seven Minute Hill and returning through Calabasas. This route have several bale out options. Route Slip and Direction: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/1620238 Planned away rides: Please note that due to road and weather conditions routes are subject to change. Inclement weather policy applies to all rides. September 8th: Zuma Beach Routes. We will be starting from the Zuma Beach Area: Purple Route:http://ridewithgps.com/routes/1201361 Gold Route:http://ridewithgps.com/routes/1202202 Orange Route:http://ridewithgps.com/routes/1202002 Red Route: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/1201463 October 13th: Solvang the Sideways tour. November 10th: Pine Mountain and Ojai. December 8th: Santa Clarita

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Sunday Social Ride
by dpssmith＠aol.com 24 Aug '12

24 Aug '12

CVC Sunday Social / Recovery Ride -- Sunday, August 26 9:00am Meeting at Citibank Parking Lot - Westlake Village -- Westlake Blvd. & Agoura Road (North East Corner) This weeks Route: Hidden Valley Backwards (Optional Dos Vientos Extension) We'll make our way to Agoura road and head west via Willow road to Old Conejo School road. Left on Thousand Oaks and Left on Rancho to Hallard Dr. beyond the surgical center and over to Moorpark Rd. At the south end of Moorpark Rd. we'll catch the Multi Use Path behind the Los Robles Golf Course continuing on Lynn Rd. to Reino Drive. ( Optional Dos Vientos extension splits here.) We find our way to Portrero Rd. up Treasure Hill and thru Hidden Valley around the lake counterclockwise and back to the start. Come out and join us for a social paced ride (14 Mph Avg. Speed). Approximately 30 miles and then stay a while to socialize afterwards by having an after-ride beverage and snack. After ride socializing - Natural Cafe' Restaurant - Patio and/or front grassy courtyard area. Many options at this location for beverage and food establishments. Even though we are attempting to offer our coolest ride routes during high heat days, some considerations and situations that you should be aware of for riding in high heat in our area: 1) Stay hydrated and be aware to keep your electrolites balanced 2) Road surface conditions: asphalt tar & repair drips become semi liquid and especially slippery example: descending Decker/Westlake has multiple places where asphalt cracks have been sealed with tar Try to ride over them minimizing tire contact 3) Goat head thorns have returned and caused six flats on this past week's Orange ride Carry and extra tube or two - and even a patch kit for flat repairs 4) Be aware of other riders signs of heat exhaustion and offer assistance as applicable Please remember to park in the area along Westlake Blvd. (between the street and the first driveway aisle) and not in the area in front of the shops or market. If we don't respect the requests of the lease tenants we could be asked to park elsewhere. See you there, CVC Sunday Social / Recovery Ride -- Sunday, August 26 9:00am Meeting at Citibank Parking Lot - Westlake Village -- Westlake Blvd. & Agoura Road (North East Corner) This weeks Route: Hidden Valley Backwards (Optional Dos Vientos Extension) We'll make our way to Agoura road and head west via Willow road to Old Conejo School road. Left on Thousand Oaks and Left on Rancho to Hallard Dr. beyond the surgical center and over to Moorpark Rd. At the south end of Moorpark Rd. we'll catch the Multi Use Path behind the Los Robles Golf Course continuing on Lynn Rd. to Reino Drive. ( Optional Dos Vientos extension splits here.) We find our way to Portrero Rd. up Treasure Hill and thru Hidden Valley around the lake counterclockwise and back to the start. Come out and join us for a social paced ride (14 Mph Avg. Speed). Approximately 30 miles and then stay a while to socialize afterwards by having an after-ride beverage and snack. After ride socializing - Natural Cafe' Restaurant - Patio and/or front grassy courtyard area. Many options at this location for beverage and food establishments. Even though we are attempting to offer our coolest ride routes during high heat days, some considerations and situations that you should be aware of for riding in high heat in our area: 1) Stay hydrated and be aware to keep your electrolites balanced 2) Road surface conditions: asphalt tar & repair drips become semi liquid and especially slippery example: descending Decker/Westlake has multiple places where asphalt cracks have been sealed with tar Try to ride over them minimizing tire contact 3) Goat head thorns have returned and caused six flats on this past week's Orange ride Carry and extra tube or two - and even a patch kit for flat repairs 4) Be aware of other riders signs of heat exhaustion and offer assistance as applicable Please remember to park in the area along Westlake Blvd. (between the street and the first driveway aisle) and not in the area in front of the shops or market. If we don't respect the requests of the lease tenants we could be asked to park elsewhere. See you there, Dale

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CVC Saturday GOLD Level Ride -- Saturday August 25th, 8:00 AM (new time)
by henry montalvo 23 Aug '12

23 Aug '12

*CVC Saturday GOLD Level Ride -- Saturday August 25th, 8:00 AM (new time)*** Meeting at Citibank Parking Lot - Westlake Village -- Westlake Blvd. & Agoura Road (North East Corner) for announcements; promptly at 8:30 am, then split into our groups to depart. *This week we ride for Sheila who finds herself laid up at home because she was hit by a car. We wish a speedy recovery my friend.* ** *I will be out of town this weekend (yes. again). So you will have to organize yourselves.* *I COULD REALLY USE SOMEONE TO HELP SWEEP*. *Pace yourselves up the climbs, get a good warm up, and ride in groups. It's a good week to test yourself with the Orange Ride up Stunt.* *The pace this weekend will be slower*, *expect to be back @ 11:30am-12pm.* *Route: Stunt via Las Virgines and Back via Mulholland and Cornell. 35.6 miles; @4,500 ft. (SHOULD BE AWESOME AT THE TOP) Extension is a lake loop. *Water & Toilets: Mile 8.0 (Juan Batista Park) Water Only: Mile 17.4 (Last Driveway before the top on the right) *LAST WATER of THE DAY* WaterOnly: Mile 18.3 (First Driveway coming down on the left) *LAST WATER of THE DAY *Water & Toilets: 35.6 (Businesses on the corner of Kanan & Agoura) Regroups will be...Juan Batista Park, Right Turn onto Stunt, Top of Stunt, Left Turn onto Mulholland, Right turn onto Cornell, & Left onto Agoura Rd. For a detailed map and route slip, go to*: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/1116644** * *Upcoming Rides*- Woodranch, The Wall, Old Topanga, and a "NEW" Route * * The *Gold Ride* is an Intermediate recreational ride, 30-40+ miles in length and averaging 14+ mph. It is mandatory to have & wear a helmet. It is the rider's responsibility to ensure that the helmet is in good condition (check expiration on helmet inner tag) and that your bike is in working condition as well. *This is a "drop **ride**" so please understand the route before you start (and how to get back). As always we will try to stick together & have a fun safe **ride**. We will regroup regularly and to allow everyone a chance to ride together.* *Things to have:*** Helmet !!! - *Water to complete the ride or at least to reach the next water stop* - Tools to perform minor repairs -Chain repair linkage - Inner-tube and pump (or the like) - Cellular phone - Food to replenish energy*.* *Inclement weather policy*: In the interest of safety, whenever it is either actively raining or the ride route has wet roads, it is our club policy to cancel a club ride. Club members may still choose to meet and ridein these conditions; however, the ride will not be considered an official club ride. After the ride, please join us at one of the many refueling options available at the finish such as Natural Cafe, Sea Casa, East Coast Bagel, Sprouts Market, etc.. Please remember to park in the area along Westlake Blvd. (between the street and the first driveway aisle) and not in the area in front of the Shops/Market. If we don't respect the requests of the lease tenants, we could be asked to park elsewhere. Remember, if you ride... RIDE GOLD!!!

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CVC Saturday Orange Level Ride – Saturday 8:00 AM
by Norman Weir 22 Aug '12

22 Aug '12

CVC Saturday Orange Level Ride – Saturday 8:00 AM Meeting at Citibank Parking Lot - Westlake Village -- Westlake Blvd. & Agoura Road (North East Corner) Route: Stunt, Down Fernwood Pacifica, Up Old Topanga returning through Calabasas. Hi Everyone, On Saturday starting at 8:00 AM the Orange Group is riding Stunt to Fernwood, Old Topanga returning through Calabasas. Route: Stunt to Fernwood up Old Topanga returning through Calabasas: Reference detailed map and route slip below for details: For a detailed map and route slip, go to: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/1624081 Re-grouping Locations: Juan Bautista De Anza Park. Top of Stunt Fernwood Market. McDonald’s at Agoura and Las Virgenes As usual, we will meet at the Citibank parking lot and have our pre-ride announcements promptly at 8:00AM then splitting into our groups and departing. The Orange Ride is an Intermediate/advanced recreational ride, 40-60 miles in length.It is mandatory to have and ware a helmet It is not a "no drop ride" but as always let's try to stick together and have a fun, safe ride. Things to have: Water to complete the ride or at least to reach the next water stop. Tools to perform minor repairs. Chain repair linkage. Inner-tube and inflated device. Cellular phone. Food to replenish energy. Inclement weather policy: In the interest of safety, whenever it is either actively raining or the rideroute has wet roads, it is our club policy to cancel a club ride. Club members may still choose to meet and ride in these conditions; however, the ride will not be considered an official club ride. Even though we are attempting to offer our coolest ride routes during high heat days, here are some considerations and situations that you should be aware of for riding in high heat in our area: 1) Stay hydrated and be aware to keep your electrolytes balanced 2) Road surface conditions: asphalt tar & repair drips become semi liquid and especially slippery example: descending Decker/Westlake has multiple places where asphalt cracks have been sealed with tar. Try to ride over them minimizing tire contact and stay more upright to prevent accidents. 3) Goat head thorns have returned and caused six flats on this past week's Orange ride. Carry and extra tube or two - and even a patch kit for flat repairs 4) Be aware of signs of heat exhaustion and offer immediate assistance as applicable. After the ride, please join us at one of the many refueling options available at the finish such as Natural Cafe, Sea Casa, East Coast Bagel, Sprouts Market, etc.. Please remember to park in the area along Westlake Bl.(between the street and the first driveway aisle) and not in the area in front of the Shops/Market. If we don't respect the requests of the lease tenants, we could be asked to park elsewhere. Regards Norm Weir (818) 282-2421

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CORRECTION: CVC Purple Ride Saturday Aug 25th 8:00am Malibou Lake
by Beth McElhenny 22 Aug '12

22 Aug '12

CVC Saturday Purple Ride Aug 25th 8:00am Malibou Lake Meeting at Citibank Parking Lot in Westlake Village Westlake Blvd. & Agoura Road (North East Corner) Route: Malibou Lake Hey, CVC Purple Riders! This week's Saturday Purple Ride takes us on the Malibou Lake Loop. It is 19.2 miles, with around 1200ft of climbing - all rollers or not much worse! Remember - you can loop Westlake at the end for an extra 5 miles of flat rolling! Afterward, join the other members at the Natural Cafe for lunch! Here is the route: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/381518 Things you need for every ride: Helmet-MandatoryWater or Sports DrinkI.D.Cell phoneSpare tubeCO2 cartridge or hand pumpPatch kitRoute slip We will meet at Citibank (corner of Agoura Hills and Westlake), rolling out at 8:00 AM. To see Frequently Asked Questions regarding the Purple Ride, click here: http://www.cvcbike.org/?p=3127 The Purple ride is a beginner club ride with a 12-13 mph average pace but is open to all levels. No one gets dropped and no one is left behind. Please make sure to wear the appropriate riding attire. Please check your bike prior to Sunday and make any necessary repairs. Although the Purple ride is a "no drop" ride, for the enjoyment and safety of the participants, we will keep a 12-14 MPH average. If you feel you are not Purple ready, but want to work up to the Purple level, please contact the Ride Captain who will gladly give you some pointers and advise. We strongly recommend that you come out and meet the riders! The best stepping stone to grow into a Purple rider is to ride around Westlake! When you can sweep those 5 flat miles at a steady 12 to 14 mph pace, and still feel ready for more, then you will be able to handle many of the standard Purple routes. Inclement weather policy: In the interest of safety, whenever it is either actively raining or the ride route has wet roads, it is our club policy to cancel a club ride. Club members may still choose to meet and ride in these conditions; however, the ride will not be considered an official club ride. Above all, let's have Fun!!

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Malibu Lake Ride (Start Westlake @ 5:30 pm)
by Sherrie Felton 22 Aug '12

22 Aug '12

Come on out and join CVC on Thursday August 23rd (that's tomorrow!) for the Malibu Lake Ride. Please see the route slip for details. The Ride starts at 5:30 p.m. ROUTE: Malibu Lake + optional Mulholland East extension DISTANCE: 20-25 miles. PACE: This is an intermediate level ride that includes both Gold and Orange paces averaging 14+/15+ mph. NO DROPS: I wait for the slowest rider at strategic points along the route. DIRECTIONS TO RIDE START: Triunfo Canyon Rd. in Westlake Village, just west of the Dam (tennis) Club and little yacht club building. From the 101 Freeway, take Lindero Canyon south until it ends at Triunfo. Go right on Triunfo a couple hundred yards. You will see a grassy area where we PICNIC after the ride. Park along the curb. PICNIC: If a QUORUM is present, the Post-Ride Picnic will begin around 7:15 p.m. Please bring something to share: cheese crackers, fruit, olives, pretzels, cookies, whatever; a beverage and something to drink it out of if you don't want to drink it out of the bottle; something to sit on and a warm jacket. Bring your friends, neighbors, relatives, significant others, etc. QUESTIONS: Email me at hatoolah(a)msn.com or call my cell at 908.432.3480. SAFETY NOTES: 1. A helmet is mandatory. I.D., water or sports drink, a snack, spare tube(s), CO2 cartridges or hand pump, patch kit, cell phone are recommended. 2. Please do not call out "clear" at intersections. The intersection may not be clear for the rider(s) behind you. 3. If you start with the group but decide to cut the ride short or take a different route, please let me know at a regroup stop or leave me a message (cell: 908-432-3480). 4. Seasonal safety issues: - Be prepared for heat. Stay hydrated. Carry a sports drink or capsules to keep your electrolytes in balance. Drink before you feel thirsty. Know the signs of heat exhaustion and offer assistance if you see another rider exhibiting these signs. - The tar used to repair asphalt roads can become semi-liquid and slippery on hot days. Example: The Decker/Westlake descent has multiple places where asphalt cracks have been sealed with tar. Use caution when riding over these areas in high heat. - Be prepared for flats. The “Goat’s Head” thorn, a.k.a. “Puncture Vine” a.k.a. Tribulus Terrestris, has returned to the roads we cycle on. Club rides are seeing an increase in flats caused by these thorns. Carry an extra tube or two - and even a patch kit for flat repairs. CVC Inclement Weather Policy: In the interest of safety, whenever it is either actively raining or the ride route has wet roads, it is our club policy to cancel a club ride. Club members may still choose to meet and ride in these conditions; however, the ride will not be considered an official club ride. ADDENDUM: Round-the-lakers can start at any time and join us for the picnic at 7:15 p.m. (see note about picnic quorum, above). Regards, Sherrie Felton

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CVC Saturday Purple Ride Aug 25 8:00 AM Lobo Canyon (aka Petting Zoo)
by Beth McElhenny 22 Aug '12

22 Aug '12

CVC Saturday Purple Ride Aug 25 8:00 AM Lobo Canyon (aka Petting Zoo) Meeting at Citibank Parking Lot: Westlake Blvd & Agoura Road (North East Corner) Route: Lobo Canyon (aka Petting Zoo) Hi Purple Riders, This Saturday the Purples are scheduled for the "Petting Zoo" route. As usual, there will be an extra loop around Westlake at the end for those who would like and extra 5 flat miles. Here is a link to the Ride With GPS website that will show you the route. Be sure to print out a route slip if you are unfamiliar with the area. The ride is 18.8 miles with 902 ft. of climbing. http://ridewithgps.com/routes/303596 We will meet at Citibank (corner of Agoura Hills and Westlake), rolling out at 8:30 AM. Please come EARLY for parking! To see Frequently Asked Questions regarding the Purple Ride, click here: http://www.cvcbike.org/?p=3127 The Purple ride is a beginner club ride with a 12-13 mph average pace but is open to all levels. No one gets dropped and no one is left behind. Please make sure to wear the appropriate riding attire. Please check your bike prior to Saturday and make any necessary repairs. Although the Purple ride is a "no drop" ride, for the enjoyment and safety of the participants, we will keep a 12-14 MPH average. If you feel you are not Purple ready, but want to work up to the Purple level, please contact the Ride Captain who will gladly give you some pointers and advise. We strongly recommend that you come out and meet the riders! The best stepping stone to grow into a Purple rider is to ride around Westlake! When you can sweep those 5 flat miles at a steady 12 to 14 mph pace, and still feel ready for more, then you will be able to handle many of the standard Purple routes. Things you need for every ride: Helmet-MandatoryWater or Sports DrinkI.D.Cell phoneSpare tubeCO2 cartridge or hand pumpPatch kitRoute slip CVC Purple Team! :-)

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CVC Red Ride: Saturday, 8-25-12 8:00am
by Jim Doane 22 Aug '12

22 Aug '12

Hi CVC Red Riders : Here is my proposed Red Ride for this Saturday, 8-25-12 NOTE: NEW SUMMER SATURDAY START TIME OF 8:00AM CVC Red Ride Saturday, 8-25-12 8:00am Citibank Parking lot = NE corner Agoura Rd & Westlake Blvd. Westlake Village- up Piuma Rd.- across Saddle Peak-down Fernwood-Up Old Topanga Canyon then Calabassas return to Westlake This ride affords us to the opportunity to climb Piuma & ride in the reverse direction of our usual Fernwood climb and then we'll return via' Old Topanga Canyon and Calabassas-Mureau Rd.-Agoura-Westlake Here are my Garmin stats. from a previous time we rode this ride: http://connect.garmin.com/activity/138097301 49. miles, 4,500+ ft. climbing 3:30 approx. riding time 8:00am start: Westlake Village First re-group: Juan Bautista de Anza Park Second re-group: top of Piuma - ocean overlook FYI: Piuma is 2X Rock Store in distance & climbing feet - see if you can ride it in less than 30 min's Third re-group: top of Stunt Rd. - then proceed up Saddle Peak riding to the East, across Tuna Canyon down Fernwood Pacific- back up Old Topanga Canyon See you at 8:00am Jim Doane- CVC Red Ride Captain

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New Start Time for Saturday Rides is 8:00 AM
by Norman Weir 21 Aug '12

21 Aug '12

New Summer, Saturday start time changing from 8:30 to 8:00 AM: please read compleatly. Members, Saturday's start time is being moved from 8:30 to 8:00 AM effective August 25th through September 29th. This change only applies to the Saturday Morning Start Time. Wheels will be rolling at 8:00 AM. Saturday's Ride Start Time effective immediately Through September 29th is 8:00 AM. Regards Norm

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TUESDAY MORNING RIDE 8:00!
by sheri 20 Aug '12

20 Aug '12

Sorry 8:30 ers... it was pretty unanimous to go with the 8:00 time. About 2 or 3 wanted 8:30, many wanted 7:30, and most wanted 8, so the compromise is 8:00 for this week! We can sleep like groundhogs all winter! So... ALL, please come join us on the same route, Tuesday morning, Sprouts parking lot, 8:00! More fun to be had by all!!!!! Sheri

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