CVC PURPLE AWAY RIDE - Saturday March 8th, 9:00 a.m.
Meeting at the Mission Park parking lot** in Ventura promptly at 9:00 am,
then split you're your groups for departure. Note that there is limited
parking in the Mission Park lot but you can park in a nearby location and
ride your bike to the starting point.
Ride leader/s for this ride will be: Not identified, please organize
yourselves and have a nice rice
Route: Ventura to Lake Casitas and Back; 24.2 miles; 1188 feet
For a detailed map and route slip, go to:
<http://ridewithgps.com/routes/4058933>
http://ridewithgps.com/routes/4058933
Note that there is also a local ride this week, starting from the usual
Westlake Village location and riding to Hidden Valley and back. This is the
subject of a separate announcement.
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 20 to 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.
Ride note: If you leave the ride for any reason, please pass along the
information to the ride leader so that we don't wait at the next
re-grouping.
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.
Purple Ride Captain - Bill Sietsema
** Driving Directions to start:
* Northbound 101 Freeway to the California St. exit
* Bear right at top of off-ramp
* Go straight through 1st traffic light
* Turn Left at Santa Clara St. (next intersection)
* Drive West for approximately 1/2 to 3/4 mile to Mission Park
Parking Lot on right side of Santa Clara St.
If you get to Ventura Ave, you've gone one block too far West
CVC PURPLE RIDE - Saturday March 8th, 8:30 a.m.
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.
Ride leader/s for this ride will be: Not Identified; please organize
yourselves and have a nice ride.
Route: Hidden Valley Out and Back; 20.9 miles; 928 feet
For a detailed map and route slip, go to:
<http://ridewithgps.com/routes/2874173>
http://ridewithgps.com/routes/2874173
Note that there is also an away ride this week, starting from Ventura and
riding to Lake Casitas and back. This is the subject of a separate
announcement.
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 20 to 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.
Ride note: If you leave the ride for any reason, please pass along the
information to the ride leader so that we don't wait at the next
re-grouping.
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.
Purple Ride Captain - Bill Sietsema
CVC RED Ride -- Saturday, March 8, 2014 -- 8:30 AM
Meet at Citibank parking lot in Westlake Village -- Westlake Blvd. & Agoura Road (North East Corner) at 8:30 AM for announcements, and then split into our groups to depart.
RIDE ROUTE: Las Virgenes/Rock Store/Dwn Mullholland/Up Decker/Down Wall
49.2 miles
+5940/-5944 ft. (RWGPS is a little higher than actual)
For a detailed map & route slip, go to: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/4153900
Re-Group spots:
1) Peter Strauss Ranch (Water, restrooms)
2) Top of Rock Store Regroup
3) Leo Carrillo Beach Park ( water, restrooms)
4 Top of Decker Fire Station (water)
Safety Tip of the week:
Anytime you hit the road after a rain event, take extra caution around curves to ensure you do not encounter any unusual road debris (rocks) that may be present in particular in the canyons on a fast descent.
Ride leader for this ride will be:
Gary Silver 213 923 0382
The RED Ride is an Advanced level of riding; 50+ Miles; 15+ avg. MPH; Above average to extensive hill climbing; Few regroups or stops ride. 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. Few re-groups will allow everyone a chance to ride together. Please let the ride leader know if you do not plan on continuing on the planned route.
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 and market.
Gary Silver
RED Ride Captain
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Meet at Citibank parking lot in Westlake Village -- Westlake Blvd. & Agoura Road (North East Corner) at 8:30 AM for announcements, and then split into our groups to depart.
RIDE ROUTE: Las Virgenes/Rock Store/Dwn Mullholland/Up Decker/Down Wall
49.2 miles
+5940/-5944 ft. (RWGPS is a little higher than actual)
For a detailed map & route slip, go to: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/4153900
Re-Group spots:
1) Peter Strauss Ranch (Water, restrooms)
2) Top of Rock Store Regroup
3) Leo Carrillo Beach Park ( water, restrooms)
4 Top of Decker Fire Station (water)
Safety Tip of the week:
Anytime you hit the road after a rain event, take extra caution around curves to ensure you do not encounter any unusual road debris (rocks) that may be present in particular in the canyons on a fast descent.
Ride leader for this ride will be:
Gary Silver 213 923 0382
The RED Ride is an Advanced level of riding; 50+ Miles; 15+ avg. MPH; Above average to extensive hill climbing; Few regroups or stops ride. 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. Few re-groups will allow everyone a chance to ride together. Please let the ride leader know if you do not plan on continuing on the planned route.
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 and market.
Gary Silver
RED Ride Captain
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Hi CVC Members and Guests,
Our G.O. Ride is typically 35 to 45 miles long with 2,200 to 4,200 feet of climbing and an average speed of 13 to 15 mph.
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.
This Sunday it's off to Tapo Canyon via Erbes, Royal and Siquoa. Returning Erringer, Madera and Erbes.
42.5 miles. 4250 feet.
For a detailed route slip go to:http://ridewithgps.com/routes/2181943
At the ride start we will announce the regroup locations.
Should you decide to deviate the ride course please notify the ride leader to prevent unnecessary or lengthily wait times at regrouping locations.
This is a "drop ride" meaning that if you can't keep up with the group, and/or catch up within the re-group times - you are "on your own". Your responsibility is to know the route from previous knowledge or by following the route slip. It is possible and/or probable that members can assist others with mechanical & other rider emergencies along the route.
Our re-group spots are meant to allow a short break & a chance for riders to catch up so that the group can ride together as much as is possible.
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 the official 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 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.
Have fun and ride safe,
Dale
Sorry - the wrong RWGPS link was included for this ride.
Here is the correct one....
Saturday, 3-1-14 CVC ORANGE RIDE:
Assuming that it WON'T rain on Sat. AM ( see inclement weather policy* - below)
Weather Underground "wunderground.com" says 100% Rain for Friday & Sat. though.
Here is the Orange ride announcement......
CVC ORANGE Riders:
Note a few NEW things this week: (change can be good)
1) This is the 1st Sat. of the month and it's the "wear your club colors" Saturday
2) Jerry Scott & I are leading the Orange ride this week
2) Cam Young is planning on riding with us along with some of his Gold riders who are
interested in trying out an Orange Ride ( AKA: a "bridge ride")
8:30am: Citibank/Sprouts Parking lot - Westlake Village
( NE Corner: Westlake Blvd. & Agoura/Hampshire Rd.s)
RIDE ROUTE: Agoura Rd.-Malibou Lake-Mulholland Hwy-King Gillette Ranch
Piuma-Stunt Rd.-Mulholland-Malibou Lake-Westlake Lake Loop back to start.
43.8 miles
5,715' climbing (as calculated by RWGPS which is always a little higher than actual)
For a detailed map & route slip, go to: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/3977009
Significant climbs on this route:
Piuma = 2X the Rock Store Climb in distance & overall climbing feet
Schueren to Stunt
Mulholland Hwy from Las Virgenes to Malibou Lake
Re-Group spots:
1) King Gillette Ranch ( water, restrooms)
2) Top of Piuma ( on North side with LA overview)
3) Top of Stunt Rd. ( Option: ride up Saddle Peak overlook & back: 3-4 miles?)
- if it's clear, this is a great place to see: Santa Monica, Century City & downtown LA
4) Stunt Rd. - concrete driveway ( water)
5) Mulholland Hwy at Cornell Rd. ( near Malibou Lake)
6) Westlake: Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf for coffee/tea/snacks/restrooms
or... Natural Cafe' for lunch food items
The ORANGE RIDE definition from the CVC website "cvcbike.org" :
Advance intermediate level of riding: 40+ Miles at 13-15+ overall MPH avg.
Average to above average amount of hill climbing (typically 2-3 overall climbs)
Regular regroups/ stops along the way
*Inclement weather policy : If it is actively raining or threatening rain and the roads are wet,
the official announced club ride is cancelled. Those club members who ride in these conditons
do so at their own discretion, however their ride is not to be considered as an official club ride.
Jim Doane- The CVC Stalwart
- Helping out leading the ORANGE RIDE now
CVC Orange Away Ride -- Saturday, March 8th, 9:00 AM
Ventura, Casitas, Carpenteria, Montecito and Back along the Coast
9:00am Starting from Mission Park, Ventura - parking lot at E.Santa Clara St. before Ventura Ave. in Ventura. also parking along streets in that areaDriving Directions to start: North/West 101 and exit California Avenue in Ventura. Turn right on California then Left to Santa Clara (the second light) Mission Park is on the rightbefore Ventura Ave. RWGPS Orange route http://ridewithgps.com/routes/53931065.6 miles 5122' climbing ( route includes 1 mi. Ladera Rd. which can be averted) Important Note : We will NOT RIDE the bike path from the Ventura Ave. entrance INSTEAD: ride North on Olive St. (first street on West side of Ventura Ave.) to Stanley Ave. ....THEN .... enter bike path ( like the Cool Breeze route) to Casitas Vista Rd. at Foster Park Re-Group locations: At North end of Bike path near Foster Park ( water, restrooms close by in Park) ) Driveway entrance to Lake Casitas Campground ( water, restrooms) Top of Lake Casitas overlook ( looking East)Carpenteria H.S. parking lot ( water, restroms in buildings )Montecito Village : intersection of # 192 and San Ysidro Rd. - Pierre La Fronds Market for snacks & restroomsCarpenteria Ave at the #150 overpass of the #101 freeway Rincon Park is close by for Water & Restrooms (if needed) The nice part of this ride is that you can make it as long and/or as much climbing as you want by turning around at any point and coming back the same way you came up or furhter along the route, make a left to the Coast and come back the Coast roads.
The Orange Ride is an advanced intermediate ride, 40+ miles in length at approx 13 overall avg. mph.with moderate amounts of climbing. 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. Ride leader for this ride will be: Jim Doane
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.
CVC GOLD RIDE (local) -- Saturday, March 8, 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: Rock Store loop
Ride Specs: 25 Miles, 2000 feet
Water & restrooms: At Peter Straus Ranch, if needed.
For a detailed map and route slip, go to: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/477787
Ride leader this week: There is no assigned leader for this ride. Please organize yourselves and have a safe ride!
Safety Tip of the Week: Always be sure that cyclists and motorists are aware of your intentions by signaling your moves: turning, moving into a lane, slowing, and stopping.
Note: If you start with a group, the posted routes are to be followed. If you depart from the group ride or wish to deviate from the posted route for whatever reason, you must pass along the information to the ride leader so that there is no confusion for the other cyclists.
The Gold Ride is an intermediate level of riding; 30+ Miles; 12-14 avg. MPH; Moderate to above average hill climbing; Regular regroups or stops.
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). If you get to a regrouping spot and no one is there, consider yourself dropped. 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.
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.
Please feel free to contact me with any questions: (805) 217-6659
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CVC GOLD AWAY RIDE -- Saturday, March 8, 9:00 AM
Meet at Mission Park parking lot and be ready to roll by 9am (see driving directions below)
Route: Out Ventura and around Lake Casitas to Carpenteria and back along the coast.
Ride Specs: 39 Miles, 3000 feet
Water & restrooms: US Forest Service Fire Station-mile 14 1/2, Fire Station-mile 30, just after we get off the 101
For a detailed map and route slip, go to: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/4107601
Ride leader this week: Cam Young
Driving Directions to start:
-N/B # 101 FRWY= exit California St.
-bear to right at top of offramp
-go straight through 1st traffic light
-turn Left at next intersection (Santa Clara St.)
-drive West for approx 1/2 to 3/4 mile to Mission Park Parking Lot on R/S of Santa Clara St.
( if you get to Ventura Ave, you've gone one block too far West)
Safety Tip of the Week: Always be sure that cyclists and motorists are aware of your intentions by signaling your moves: turning, moving into a lane, slowing, and stopping.
Note: If you start with a group, the posted routes are to be followed. If you depart from the group ride or wish to deviate from the posted route for whatever reason, you must pass along the information to the ride leader so that there is no confusion for the other cyclists.
The Gold Ride is an intermediate level of riding; 30+ Miles; 12-14 avg. MPH; Moderate to above average hill climbing; Regular regroups or stops.
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). If you get to a regrouping spot and no one is there, consider yourself dropped. 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.
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.
Please feel free to contact me with any questions: (805) 217-6659
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How about a RED spin thru the farmlands of Casita and back along the Coast.
We will go out with the rest of the club, this will be a Red pace.
CVC Red Away Ride -- Saturday, March 8th, 9:00 AM
Ventura, Casitas, Carpenteria, Montecito and Back along the Coast
9:00am Starting from Mission Park, Ventura
- parking lot at E.Santa Clara St. before Ventura Ave. in Ventura.
also parking along streets in that area
Driving Directions to start: North/West 101 and exit California Avenue in Ventura.
Turn right on California then Left to Santa Clara (the second light) Mission Park is on the right
before Ventura Ave.
RWGPS RED route http://ridewithgps.com/routes/539310
65.6 miles
5122' climbing ( route includes 1 mi. Ladera Rd. which can be averted)
Ride leader for this ride will be:
Jerry Scott-805 404 8525
Important Note : We will NOT RIDE the bike path from the Ventura Ave. entrance
INSTEAD: ride North on Olive St. (first street on West side of Ventura Ave.) to Stanley Ave.
....THEN .... enter bike path ( like the Cool Breeze route) to Casitas Vista Rd. at Foster Park
Re-Group locations:
At North end of Bike path near Foster Park ( water, restrooms close by in Park) )
Driveway entrance to Lake Casitas Campground ( water, restrooms)
Top of Lake Casitas overlook ( looking East)
Carpenteria H.S. parking lot ( water, restroms in buildings )
Montecito Village : intersection of # 192 and San Ysidro Rd.
- Pierre La Fronds Market for snacks & restrooms
Carpenteria Ave at the #150 overpass of the #101 freeway
Rincon Park is close by for Water & Restrooms (if needed)
The nice part of this ride is that you can make it as long and/or as much climbing as you want by turning around at any point and coming back the same way you came up or furhter along the route, make a left to the Coast and come back the Coast roads.
The RED is an Advanced level of riding; 50+ Miles; 15+ avg. MPH; Above average to extensive hill climbing; Few regroups or stops ride. 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.
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.
Gary Silver
Red Ride Captain
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Hi CVCrs,
Hi All,
Ahhhh...finally some rain to help firm up those trails. And one more week
of PST before we hit DST and get to start in the daylight!!
The ride schedule for this week is as follows:
Tuesday we're riding Switchbacks/Space Mtn. Meet at the end of Moorpark
Rd. at 6:00 pm
Thursday we're riding in Chesebro. Meet in the front parking lot at 6:00 pm
Most of our rides are approximately 8-15 miles and last around 1.5-2 hours.
Our rides are done jointly with the Conejo Mountain Bike club (CMB). It is
an intermediate paced ride and not a no-drop ride. but,lets stay together
within our groups, and have a fun safe time.
Always make sure you have your helmet (mandatory),water, spares, and a
light.
See you soon on the road or trail!
Kent Koral
(818) 802-0826
