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*Upcoming Away Rides:*
Feb 16 Red/Gold/Orange - Ventura/Ojai
Looks like we will be rained out Saturday, but we can always hope .....
Local rides- Saturday February 2nd @8:30
Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map
Red Mark Westlake/Mully 44.5 4,545 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/29229587
805-390-3071 DN Latigo/Encinal
Orange Sherrie Mully/ Piuma 43.5 4,385
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/29247646
908-432-3480 7min/Calabasas
Gold Lisa 818-535-0862. Westlake/WD Ranch 35 2,330
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/26023198
Sharon 818-519-8694 Lynn/Erbes
Petros 805-630-8116
Sunday February 3rd @9:00 am
Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map
RED Alfonzo Rockstore/up Enc 37 3,959
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/29148515
Orange 978-394-7318 TopOW/Lk Shw
Social Kay Lindero 22 1,255 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/29174187
818-419-1172 Oak Park/Agoura
Question of the week: When is the last time you tried something
different? Whether it’s challenging yourself with a tough climb, changing
your route home, or even going on a ride with someone who is not a
cyclist. Don’t get stuck in a rut. We are blessed with many local riding
options on the road and in the dirt. Change fosters growth.
*Safety Tip of the Week:* *Be Predictable*-Group riding requires even more
attention to predictability than riding alone. Other riders expect you to
ride straight, at a constant speed, unless you indicate differently. Along
with hand signals, verbally warn cyclists of your changes in direction or
speed. The lead rider should call out “left turn,” “right turn,” “slowing,”
stopping,” etc. Announce a turn well in advance of the intersection, so
that members of the group have time to position themselves properly. Riding
in a predictable fashion
<http://www.bikeleague.org/resources/better/roadrules.php> also makes it
easier for cars to go around (and not into) you.
When riding with us:
· wear helmets and ensure your bike is in good working order
· stay in bike lanes and no more than two abreast on them; single file
otherwise
· not overlap wheels
· descend carefully! Look out for debris, animals, potholes, tight
bends, and slick spots
· pass slower riders on the left
· ride predictably: signal when changing lines and call out hazards
· avoid bunching up
· respect all traffic rules and the rights of motor vehicles,
cyclists, and pedestrians
· always use proper hand signals to indicate to drivers and other riders
your intentions
· we are a "rules of the road" cycling club
· 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
--
Taylor Hodoose
805-390-2200
At least we are TRYING to be back! Weather WILL be cooperating this week,
so we *will* be out there.
Meeting Wednesday at 3:30 at the landing! We will be able to get in an
approx. 18-20 mile ride before the rain comes Thursday! WOOHOO! (we park
near the entrance off Lindero and I get there right at 3:30!)
Come on gang, get the humpday ride back and rolling!
See you at the landing!
--
Sheri
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*Upcoming Away Rides:*
Feb 16 Red/Gold/Orange - Ventura/Ojai
*Upcoming Events:*
January 28 7:00pm -CVC Members meeting @ TREK
3835 Thousand Oaks Blvd., Unit K, Westlake Village, ca 91362
Local rides- Saturday January 26th @8:30
Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map
Red Taylor Hidden Vly 51 3,945 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/29159184
805-390-2200 PCH/Yerba
Orange Doug Kanan/Olsen 46 3,113 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/17250925
323-806-2002 Lyn/Vientos
Gold Lisa 818-535-0862. Mully/7 min 32 2,523
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/13814245
Sharon 818-519-8694 Calabasas return
Petros 805-630-8116
Sunday January 27th @9:00 am
Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map
RED Bart Erbes/Moorpark 42 2,843 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/18586361
Orange 805-338-9145 Grimes/back
Social Kay Hidden Vly 19.5 837 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/5456542
818-419-1172 Potrero/out back
Question of the week: Do you Zwift? Trainers have gotten much smarter in
recent years. You don’t have to just sweat it out in the garage staring at the
leaf blower. In the Zwift world, you can choose local routes as well as
routes on your bucket list. Rather than dreaming about climbing the Alpe d’
Huez, you can climb it virtually. Best part is if you don’t make it to the
top, you can try it again without the jet lag.
*Safety Tip of the Week:* *Move Off the Road When You Stop*-Whether you
are stopping because of mechanical problems or to regroup with your pals,
move well off the road so you don’t interfere with traffic. It is usually
best for the lead rider to pull forward in the stopping area and for other
riders to pull in behind the rider in front of them. When you start up
again, each cyclist should look for, and yield to, traffic.
When riding with us:
· wear helmets and ensure your bike is in good working order
· stay in bike lanes and no more than two abreast on them; single file
otherwise
· not overlap wheels
· descend carefully! Look out for debris, animals, potholes, tight
bends, and slick spots
· pass slower riders on the left
· ride predictably: signal when changing lines and call out hazards
· avoid bunching up
· respect all traffic rules and the rights of motor vehicles,
cyclists, and pedestrians
· always use proper hand signals to indicate to drivers and other riders
your intentions
· we are a "rules of the road" cycling club
· 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
--
Taylor Hodoose
805-390-2200
Hi CVC Members,
Just want to remind you that our club meeting will be held at 7:00 at
Trek Bicycles in Westlake Village on this coming Monday. If you have not
registered to attend, please do so now for seating and planning
purposes.
It will be a great meeting, and we are looking really forward to meeting
the great peps from Trek, and having some social time with our club
members. Please arrive early to mingle.
Come hear about upcoming club events and learn about Trek Travel
Vacations including those with your family who may or may not ride. It
will be an amazing evening. Arrive early to mingle.
Social hour with refreshments and snacks
20-minute presentation and Q&A with a Trek Travel representative
Raffle prizes
Special shopping experience of 15% off all in-store parts and
accessories on this night only
Click the link below for more information about the evening and to RSVP.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/trek-travel-night-for-cvc-at-trek-bicycle-west…
Code is CVC
See you there,
Sheri
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*Upcoming Events:*
January 28 7:00pm -CVC Members meeting @ TREK
3835 Thousand Oaks Blvd., Unit K, Westlake Village, ca 91362
Saturday January 19th @9:00 am
Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map
Red David 192/Gilbraltar 62.5 5,258 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/29187507
818-458-8614 Hope Ranch/PCH
Orange Kent 192/Gilbraltar 40 4,858 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/29187484
818-802-0826 PCH
Gold Sheri Coastal 34 1,324 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/29187557
818-621-1713 Hope Ranch/Return
Meeting at Padaro Beach Grill: 3765 Santa Claus Ln, Carpenteria
https://www.google.com/maps/place/Padaro+Beach+Grill/@34.403291,-119.551904…
Local rides- Saturday January 19th @8:30
Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map
Orange Alfonzo Mully/Stunt 42.5 3,939
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/29148515
978-394-7318 7min/Calabasas
Sunday January 20th @9:00 am
Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map
RED Alfonzo Hid Vly/Lynn 34.5 2,498 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/29183320
Orange 978-394-7318 Westlake
Social Kay Cornell/Lk Mlbu 23 1,338 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/28584657
818-419-1172 Lobo Cyn/back
Question of the week: Do you e-bike? This issue seems to have divided a
lot of riders almost as much as disc vs. rim brakes. There are lots of
options available, and more each day. You can now get e- mountain bikes,
cruising bikes, and road bikes. Whether or not you want to make the
plunge, be kind to all our riding brothers and sisters. One day it might
be the right choice for you to stay on two wheels. In the meantime, just
wave as they float on by.
*Safety Tip of the Week:* *Watch Out at Intersections*-When approaching
intersections requiring vehicles to yield or stop the lead rider will say
“slowing” or “stopping” to alert those behind to the change in speed. Do
not call out “clear”. Each cyclist is responsible for verifying that the
way is clear before entering the intersection. Signal well and make eye
contact with drivers before making a turn or slowing down.
*When riding with us:*
· wear helmets and ensure your bike is in good working order
· stay in bike lanes and no more than two abreast on them; single file
otherwise
· do not overlap wheels
· descend carefully! Look out for debris, animals, potholes, tight
bends, and slick spots
· pass slower riders on the left
· ride predictably: signal when changing lines and call out hazards
· avoid bunching up
· respect all traffic rules and the rights of motor vehicles,
cyclists, and pedestrians
· 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.
--
Taylor Hodoose
805-390-2200
CVC Members,
As you sit and watch the rain today, I just want to send you a few
reminders and send you to a few links.
*1. Tomorrow is the last day to order your club clothing. *
Please contact me about any immediate basic clothing as I have a few
scattered sizes on hand of jerseys and bibs only.
If you are interested in ordering, please note that clothing orders arrive
approx. 4-6 weeks from the close of the on-line store on Jan. 13th. I would
advise you to either try on sizes by arranging with me first, or if you are
between sizes, to go one up. They tend to run a little on the smaller size.
There are no refunds if the sizes do not fit as these are special order,
custom made, so please try on first if any question.
To place an order, simply click the link below. All orders will be
delivered to your home.
*https://hyperthreads.com/team-stores/conejo-valley-cyclists/*
<https://hyperthreads.com/team-stores/conejo-valley-cyclists/>
*2. Please mark your calendars for the incredible club meeting on Monday,
January 28th at Trek Bicycles. *
Come hear about upcoming club events and learn about some incredible Trek
Travel Vacations (both in U.S. and abroad), including those with your
family who may or may not ride. It will be an amazing evening. Arrive early
to mingle.
There will be amazing snacks and it will be a fun filled evening!!!!
- Social hour with refreshments and snacks
- 20-minute presentation and Q&A with a Trek Travel representative
- Raffle prizes
- Special shopping experience of 15% off all in-store parts and
accessories on this night only
Click the link below for *more information* about the evening and to RSVP.
h
*ttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/trek-travel-night-for-cvc-at-trek-bicycle-westlake-village-tickets-53403601610*
<https://www.eventbrite.com/e/trek-travel-night-for-cvc-at-trek-bicycle-west…>
*Code is CVC*
*3. I am happy to announce the formation of a community cycling
relationship** between The Conejo Valley Cyclists and **the Conejo Valley
Triathlon Team!* Founded in 2018, The Conejo Valley Triathlon Team is a
non-profit organization and multisport club. We will support each other to
create an even more awesome cycling and triathlon community in the Conejo
Valley! For more information on the triathlon team, visit
https://cvtriathlonteam.com/
<https://cvtriathlonteam.com/?fbclid=IwAR3dGKeeFf2-T73chKmL8oWqQcP-XHywOxyXx…>
or
their facebook page at Conejo Valley Triathlon Team
<https://www.facebook.com/cvtriathlonteam/?ref=gs&__tn__=%2CdK-R-R&eid=ARCRG…>
or our facebook page, Conejo Valley Cyclists.
Enjoy the rain today, and hopefully will see you tomorrow.
Ride Safely on the wet roads,
Sheri
Go back to sleep, wake up late, slowly drink a cup of joe. Hopefully the
roads will dry up later in the afternoon and you can go out for a spin.
Sunday rides still on at this point.
Taylor Hodoose
805-390-2200
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*Upcoming Away Rides:*
Jan 19 Red/Gold/Orange Santa Barbara
*Upcoming Events:*
January 28 7:00pm -CVC Members meeting @ TREK
3835 Thousand Oaks Blvd., Unit K, Westlake Village, ca 91362
With rain in the forecast please check your email prior to meeting at the
landing. Depending upon rainfall next week, Santa Barbara ride may also
need to be rescheduled.
Local rides- Saturday January 12th @8:30
Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map
Red Taylor Hidden Vly 51 3,945 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/29159184
805-390-2200 PCH/Yerba
Orange Alfonzo Rockstore/up Enc 37 3,959
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/29148515
978-394-7318 TopOW/Lk Shw
Gold Lisa 818-535-0862. Mully/7 min 33 1,863
https://ridewithgps.com/routes/5809536
Sharon 818-519-8694 Calabasas return
Petros 805-630-8116
Sunday January 13th @9:00 am
Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map
RED Doug/Susan Hidden Vly 46.5 2,543 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/13083901
Orange 323-806-2002 Santa Rosa/Olsen
Social Kay Hidden Vly 28 1,613 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/13084095
818-419-1172 Carlisle
Question of the week: Do I need disc brakes? I don’t know Kent, try
riding in wet conditions then tell me. Plenty of people still debating
this, but a lot of manufacturers are making the decision for us. Personally as
a heavier rider, I love em.
Safety Tip of the Week: Don't drink and ride. Might as well start off the
safety tips with an obvious one. Riding while impaired increases your
chances of not having a good ride.
*When riding with us:*
· wear helmets and ensure your bike is in good working order
· stay in bike lanes and no more than two abreast on them; single file
otherwise
· do not overlap wheels
· descend carefully! Look out for debris, animals, potholes, tight
bends, and slick spots
· pass slower riders on the left
· ride predictably: signal when changing lines and call out hazards
· avoid bunching up
· respect all traffic rules and the rights of motor vehicles,
cyclists, and pedestrians
· 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.
--
Taylor Hodoose
805-390-2200
Happy New Year CVC Members!
I am happy to announce the opening of our clothing store from today
until Jan. 13th.
Please contact me about any immediate basic clothing as I have a few
scattered sizes on hand of jerseys and bibs only.
If you are interested in ordering, please note that clothing orders
arrive approx. 4-6 weeks from the close of the on line store on Jan.
13th. I would advise you to either try on sizes by arranging with me
first, or if you are between sizes, to go one up. They tend to run a
little on the smaller size.
There are no refunds if the sizes do not fit as these are special order,
custom made, so please try on first if any question.
To place an order, simply click the link below. All orders will be
delivered to your home.
https://hyperthreads.com/team-stores/conejo-valley-cyclists/
If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact me.
Sincerely,
Sheri Leiken
It looks gloomy, but roads are mostly dry and no new rain falling so CVC
rides are on.
Be careful of metal surfaces like manhole covers, and painted surfaces
(those lane stripes are very slippery).
Taylor Hodoose
805-390-2200
