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CVC Purple Level Ride -- Sunday, February 17th, 9:00AM
by Norman Weir 15 Feb '13

15 Feb '13

CVC Purple Level Ride -- Sunday, February 17th, 9:00AM Meeting at Citibank Parking Lot - Westlake Village -- Westlake Blvd. & Agoura Road (North East Corner) for announcements; promptly at 9:00 AM, then split into our groups to depart. Route: New challenge, Potrero Canyon Counter Clockwise: For a detailed map and route slip, go to: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/1962302 Regroups: As frequent as possible to maintain the group Greenmeadow Bypass for Restrooms Fire Station 33 for Water and restrooms The Purple Ride is an entry level ride no one is dropped; however, if you are not planning on completing the route please inform the ride leader. Average distance is less than 25 miles at a pace of less than 12 MPH. It is mandatory to have & wear a helmet. It is the rider's responsibility to ensure that the helmet is in good condition. This is a "no drop ride" however, please try to stay together. As always we will try to stick together & have a fun safe ride. We will regroup regularly 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 ride in these conditions; however, the ride will not be considered an official club ride. 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...

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CVC Club Ride Recap for Week of 2-15-2013
by Norman Weir 15 Feb '13

15 Feb '13

CVC Club Ride Recap for Week of 2-15-2013 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. Local Rides: Saturday, 2-16-13: 8:30 AM rides are as follows: Local Routes. Red: Up Piuma across to Saddle Peak, down Tuna Canyon to PCH returning on Las Flores. Saturday will be a beautiful day for climbing. Route: Orange, De Anza, Rock Store, PCH returning on Mulholland. Route: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/947125 Gold: Wood Ranch Loop: Route: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/2144684 Purple:La Granada, Erbes, Hillcrest. Route: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/1782268 Away Ride, Red Orange: Route: Sunday: 9:00am start at Citibank/Sprouts parking lot Purple New challenge, Potrero Canyon Counter Clockwise Route: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/1962302 Social Ride: Dos Vientos Loop For a detailed map and route slip, go to: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/1718765 Daylight Saving Time Rides are returning: Starting on Tuesday, 3-12-13 we will offer THREE Tues. PM rides - from the same Sprouts/Citibank parking lot start location: ( NE Corner of Westlake Blvd. & Hampshire/Agoura Rd.'s in Westlake) 1) 5:15pm Orange Ride : Dale Smith Leader Rock Store adding Upper Encinal Canyon ( when daylight permits) 2) 5:30pm Red Ride : Jim Doane Leader Rock Store adding Upper Encinal Canyon ( when daylight permits) - or Upper Encinal can be ridden immediately depending on the quality of your headlight Then.... a NEW ride for this year...... 3) 5:30 pm Racer Training Ride : Jonathan Woodbury Leader Along with the CVC Race Team, Club Member "Stravaites" & Guest riders Guest riders ( non members) are always welcome but will be required to sign the Club Liability waiver. Jonathan has proposed various start locations for his Tues. Racer rides each month: * First Tuesday: Rock Store. * Second Tuesday: Up Decker to Coast and back (e.g., Up Decker, down and back up Mulholland followed by a couple lake laps (if time permits) w/sprints & speed work for the non-climbers. * Third Tuesday Start earlier and do Piuma or Stunt, Meet at Saddle Peak, and head back as a pack. (Or park at Mulholland and Las V and meet group there.) * Fourth Tuesday: Rock Store. * Fifth Tuesday: Rock Store. Thursday evening daylight saving time (DST) at 5:30pm from Westlake Commencing on - Thursday, 3-14-13 Around the Lake, up Westlake to Little Sycamore and back 28 miles and 2,000 + climbing Next Week: Tuesday and Thursday PM Red rides Start Location Citibank Parking, Suspended until the return of Daylight Saving Time. Tuesday Morning at 8:30 Start from Citibank Parking Lot Tuesday PM Mountain Bike Rides-Novice and Advanced Start Time 6:00 PM. Lights are required and necessary It is getting dark earlier. With Kent K Wednesday afternoon Landing Ride! This ride meets at 3:45 at the Landing Parking lot at end of Lindero (same place as shops). we will be at end closest to the street. We try to ride as far as we can, but it's usually about 25 miles due to daylight. 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: Conejo Valley Cyclists Classic Bicycle Ride, April 21th, 2013 Join us on Sunday April 21th, 2013 for a ride with your classic lightweight road/race bicycle. Many have, collect, and enjoy the “old” bikes and there are not too many opportunities for group rides dedicated to them so we at CVC have created our own quarterly Classic Bicycle Ride. We plan on a relaxed pace ride through Hidden Valley, past the estates of the rich and famous, and back of 20 miles. After the ride we invite you to bring a stand and display your classic and socialize with other bicycle enthusiasts at the Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf and the Natural Café. If you do not have a classic but you’d like to ride with us you are welcome to participate. When: April 21th, 9:00 AM Where: Meeting at Citibank Parking Lot - Westlake Village -- Westlake Blvd. & Agoura Road (North East Corner) 974 South Westlake Boulevard, Westlake Village, CA 91361 What to bring: a helmet (mandatory to participate) Contact information: Bob Muzio 818 635 3919 tr_jag(a)yahoo.com Cruisin' the Conejo, Sponsored by you the Members of Conejo Valley Cyclists, will be held on Saturday, May 11, 2013. This year there will be new routes for all to enjoy. The century will ride to the coast for the first time and the challenging metric will traverse the scenic mountains and the coast. Start telling your facebook friends to mark the date. CVC FUN RIDE -- Sunday, April 21th, 3:00 PM Meet at TRIUNFO PARK parking lot. Corner of Triunfo Canyon Road & Tamarack St. It’s time for another Fun Ride!!! Leave the clips & spandex at home, bring the T-shirts & Kids. Dust off those banana seat bikes and shine up the cruisers. Join us as we cruise around the lake and through the local neighborhoods. FUN RIDE Route: Triunfo Park to The Trails. A Casual 5.9 miles & an easy 143 feet of elevation. For a detailed map and route slip, go to: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/1817306 Contact Information, Henry Montalvo Fun Ride Leader 310-753-1265 henry.montalvo(a)gmail.com Upcoming Away Rides March 9th Ojai to Casitas March 9th Gold Calabasas Start April 13th Glendora Mountain Road May 11th Cruising the Conejo CVC Sponsor Event June 8th Santa Barbara July 13th Flat Century from Leo Cabrillo August 10th Zuma to Latigo September 14th Ventura Santa Paula Loop October 12th Buellton to Los Alamos Route November 9th Rose Valley – Pine Mountain December 14th Gibraltar Road Upcoming Holiday Rides Memorial Day Ride Independence Day Ride Labor Day Ride Thanksgiving Day Ride Christmas Day Ride

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CVC Purple Level Ride -- Sunday, February 17th, 9:00AM
by Norman Weir 15 Feb '13

15 Feb '13

CVC Purple Level Ride -- Sunday, February 17th, 9:00AM Meeting at Citibank Parking Lot - Westlake Village -- Westlake Blvd. & Agoura Road (North East Corner) for announcements; promptly at 9:00 AM, then split into our groups to depart. Route: New challenge, Potrero Canyon Counter Clockwise: For a detailed map and route slip, go to: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/1962302 Regroups: As frequent as possible to maintain the group Greenmeadow Bypass for Restrooms Fire Station 33 for Water and restrooms The Purple Ride is an entry level ride no one is dropped; however, if you are not planning on completing the route please inform the ride leader. Average distance is less than 25 miles at a pace of less than 12 MPH. It is mandatory to have & wear a helmet. It is the rider's responsibility to ensure that the helmet is in good condition. This is a "no drop ride" however, please try to stay together. As always we will try to stick together & have a fun safe ride. We will regroup regularly 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 ride in these conditions; however, the ride will not be considered an official club ride. 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...

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Sunday Feburary 17, 2013 Social Ride Via La Granada, Lynn, Dos Vientos returning Portero
by dpssmith＠aol.com 14 Feb '13

14 Feb '13

CVC Sunday Social Ride – Sunday 9:00 AM Meeting at Citibank Parking Lot - Westlake Village -- Westlake Blvd. & Agoura Road (North East Corner), this is a longer social route with options to make it shorter. Route: Westlake to Arboles left on Parkview then a Left on Erbes follow by a Right on La Granada, we will ride up Lynn to Dos Vientos and returning on Portrero. This route is recent addition to the rotation so have a route slip if you are unfamiliar with these directions. Hi Everyone, On Sunday starting at 9:00 AM the Social Ride is riding to Does Vientos and returning on Potrero. Please reference the route slip and map for details as this is new to the Social Ride. For a detailed map and route slip, go to: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/1718765 Re-grouping Locations: Westlake and Arboles. La Granada and Erbes rolling re-group Greenmeadow multi use path. Dos Ventos Community Center for Restroom and Water As usual, we will meet at the Citibank parking lot and have our pre-ride announcements promptly at 9:00 AM then splitting into our groups and departing. It is mandatory to have and ware a helmet and it is the rider's responsibility to ensure that the helmet is valid (check expiration on helmet inner tag, usually good for five years) and in good working condition. 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 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. 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. It should be great weather for our ride see you Sunday, Dale

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CVC Purple Level Ride -- Saturday, February 16th, 8:30 AM
by Norman Weir 14 Feb '13

14 Feb '13

CVC Purple Level Ride -- Saturday, February 16th, 8:30 AM 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. Route: TO La Granada, Erbes, Hillcrest; For a detailed map and route slip, go to: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/1782268 Regroups: As frequent as possible to maintain the group Ride Leader/s for this ride will be: Steve Vertrees and Michael Levy The Purple Ride is an entry level ride no one is dropped; however, if you are not planning on completing the route please inform the ride leader. Average distance is less than 25 miles at a pace of less than 12 MPH. It is mandatory to have & wear a helmet. It is the rider's responsibility to ensure that the helmet is in good condition. This is a "no drop ride" however, please try to stay together. As always we will try to stick together & have a fun safe ride. We will regroup regularly 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 ride in these conditions; however, the ride will not be considered an official club ride. 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...

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CVC Orange Ride -- Saturday, February 16th, 8:30 AM
by Norman Weir 14 Feb '13

14 Feb '13

CVC Orange Ride -- Saturday, February 16th, 8:30 AM 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. Route: De Anza Park to Rock Store upper/lower Encinal, PCH. returning on Mulholland. Regroups: Re-group at De Anza Park for R/R and Water Re=group at the top of Rock Store. Re-group at Leo Carrillo for restroom and water. For a detailed map and route slip, go to: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/947125 Ride leader/s for this ride will be: Norm W (818) 282-2421 The Orange is an Intermediate to advanced ride, 40+ miles in length. It is mandatory to have & wear a helmet. It is the rider's responsibility to ensure that the helmet is in good condition. 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, frequent regroups will 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 club rides. Club members may still choose to meet and ride in these conditions; however, the ride will not be considered an official club ride. 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.

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CVC GOLD RIDE -- Saturday, February 16th, 8:30 AM
by henry montalvo 14 Feb '13

14 Feb '13

*CVC GOLD RIDE -- Saturday, February 16th, 8:30 AM** * 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. *Route: Wood Ranch Loop *For a detailed map and route slip, go to*: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/2144684 Water & Toilet: Mile 19.6 (Royal at Madera) **Water: Mile 26.1 (Firestation)* * Regroup: On Arbolis at Westlake, On Royal at Madera, Firestation, Top of Erbes, *** 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. 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 RWGPS Red Rides routes for : Saturday, 2-16-13
by James Doane 13 Feb '13

13 Feb '13

Hi CVC Red Riders:Here are the "Ride With GPS" ( RWGPS) route maps and profiles for my previously announced Saturday, 2-16-13 Red RidesLike I previously said - we'll decide at the Tuna Canyon/PCH re-group spot who wants to go back with whom on either return route A) The harder, steeper climbing option including Las Flores return route from PCH is at: https://ridewgps.com/routes/2143456 63 miles 8806' climbing ( We've found that the cumulative climbing totals of RWGPS maps are + 30% overstated) - so it's probably more like 6,200' climbing B) The route back from PCH riding to Encinal Canyon ( NOT climbing Las Flores) is at: htts://ridewgps.com/routes/2143553 71.2 miles 9,172' climbing (realistically more like: 6,400' ) Not as much steep climbing but does include 19 miles of riding on PCH through Malibu though Either ride should be a great day. See you 8:30am on Saturday - Sprouts/Citibank Parking lot Jim Doane - CVC Red Ride Captain

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Daylight Savings Time: 3-12-13 Tuesday PM rides
by James Doane 13 Feb '13

13 Feb '13

Hi CVC'ers: Advance announcement of an added ride to our traditional Tues. PM Daylight Savings Time rides. Starting on Tuesday, 3-12-13 we will offer THREE Tues. PM rides - from the same Sprouts/Citibank parking lot start location: ( NE Corner of Westlake Blvd. & Hampshire/Agoura Rd.'s in Westlake) 1) 5:15pm Orange Ride : Dale Smith Leader Rock Store adding Upper Encinal Canyon ( when daylight permits) 2) 5:30pm Red Ride : Jim Doane Leader Rock Store adding Upper Encinal Canyon ( when daylight permits) - or Upper Encinal can be ridden immediately depending on the quality of your headlight Then.... a NEW ride for this year...... 3) 5:30 pm Racer Training Ride : Jonathan Woodbury Leader Along with the CVC Race Team, Club Member "Stravaites" & Guest riders Guest riders ( non members) are always welcome but will be required to sign the Club Liability waiver. Jonathan has proposed various start locations for his Tues. Racer rides each month: First Tuesday: Rock Store. Second Tuesday: Up Decker to Coast and back (e.g., Up Decker, down and back up Mulholland followed by a couple lake laps (if time permits) w/sprints & speed work for the non-climbers. Third Tuesday Start earlier and do Piuma or Stunt, Meet at Saddle Peak, and head back as a pack. (Or park at Mulholland and Las V and meet group there.) Fourth Tuesday: Rock Store. Fifth Tuesday: Rock Store. Also starting on Thurs. after DST at 5:30pm from Westlake - Thursday, 3-14-13 I propose same route as last year : Around the Lake, up Westlake to Little Sycamore and back 28 miles and 2,000 + climbing I might be able to make it out of work in time every Tues. & Thurs. for my rides, but once we get our group established again, you'll be able to follow the same routes ( for our group at least) every week. Jim Doane - Red Ride Captain

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CVC Red Ride: Saturday, 2-16-13 Piuma- Saddle Peak-Tuna Canyon to PCH w/return options
by James Doane 13 Feb '13

13 Feb '13

Hi CVC Red Riders: (and Red Riders + with route option shown below) Looks like this Saturday's weather will be perfect for a nice ride in the Santa Monica Mts. Saturday, 2-16-13 8:30am Sprouts/Citibank parking lot (NE Corner of Westlake Blvd. & Agoura/Hampshire Rd.'s) Let's ride a slightly new Red Ride route with a challenging option >From the Westlake start loc. referenced above: East to Malibou Lake Continue East on Mulholland Hwy to Mulholland/Las Virgenes 1st re-group at King Gillette Ranch ( water/bathrooms) Continue East on Mulholland Hwy to Cold Canyon right turn Climb Piuma - to Schueren Rd.- to Stunt Rd. overlook 2nd re-group at Stunt Rd./Saddle Peak overlook Proceed East on Saddle Peak Rd. Descend Saddle Peak Rd. to Tuna Canyon Rd. intersection Descend Tuna Canyon Rd. (one-way DOWN road) to PCH - make sure you have good brakes - this is a steep road 3rd re-group spot: Tuna Canyon Rd. & PCH Decide there who wants to ride with whom for either of two return options: PCH West to: ( "a" is the hardest-steepest) OPTION: a) Las Flores Canyon-Hume Rd.-Briarbluff Dr.-Azurelee Dr.-Rambla Pacifico to Piuma/Schueren Rd. intersection OR... skip the Hume Rd. left turn and ride Las Flores all the way to Rambla Pacifica which is an even steeper climb OPTION: b) PCH West to Encinal Canyon - return on Decker to Westlake Later this eve I will try to make a RWGPS route map so you can see the mileage & total climbing ft. profile to help you decide which ride route looks the best for you. See you Sat. at 8:30am Jim Doane, CVC Red Ride Captain Club Ride Inclement weather policy: At the ride start, should it be actively raining or the roads wet and a storm forecasted and/or treatening, it is club policy to cancel the official club ride and should members decide to ride anyway, it will not be considered an official club ride.

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