October 2019 - announce - mail.cvcbike.org

Red ride route changed
by Taylor Hodoose 12 Oct '19

12 Oct '19

Up Westlake, down decker Up decker, down Encinal Up Encinal, down mully Up mully with a side of tow, down westlake 6821' climbing 55 miles Taylor Hodoose 805-390-2200

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Fire Watch for 10/12 & 10/13
by Taylor Hodoose 11 Oct '19

11 Oct '19

Currently rides are on for this Saturday and Sunday. Since I am in Moorpark, please let me know if you see any reports of fires in our area, and air quality. If it is too smokey, we will be cancelling official rides. -- Taylor Hodoose 805-390-2200

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High Wind advisory-stay home
by Taylor Hodoose 10 Oct '19

10 Oct '19

I tried to beat the wind this morning, but failed. Moorpark is blowing like crazy in the hills. I got a flat, and while trying to fix it, could hardly stand straight. I got a second flat in the front tire in the process of fixing the rear. thankfully a nice farmer took pity and gave me a ride home. if you do ride, beware of cross winds, strong gusts, and debris in the road. It will be filled with branches and pine cones. -- Taylor Hodoose 805-390-2200

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cvc weekend rides 10 12 & 10/13/19
by Taylor Hodoose 10 Oct '19

10 Oct '19

[image: image.png] *Upcoming Events:* Sunday October 20-Velofix sponsored ride. *Upcoming Away Rides:* Sunday Nov 3-Mike Nosco Memorial Ride Local rides- Saturday October 12th @8:30 Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map Red Taylor 4 peaks: Stunt/ Fernwood 70 9,914 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/29788692 805-390-2200 Flores/Piuma Orange Doug Hid Val/ PCH 51 4,045 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/18375423 323-806-2002 Yerba Orange Lite Petros Chesbro/Kanan/Cal Lu 43.5 3,019 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/28277094 805-630-8116 Rncho Con/Wendy/Hid Val Gold Sharon 818-519-8694 Hid Val/Do Vi/Lynn 35 2,164 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/20242582 Lisa 818-535-0862 Flores/Erbes Sunday October 13th @9:00 am Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map TRI Taylor Hidden Vly 43 2,705 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/28398077 805-390-2200 Santa Rosa/Erbes Red TBD Agoura/Las Vir/Mully 31.5 2,618 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31274148 Lobo/Cornell/Agoura Orange Alfonzo Agoura/Las Vir/Mully 31.5 2,618 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31274148 Gold 787-240-1332 Lobo/Cornell/Agoura Social Kay Carlisle 17 1,250 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/30106925 818-419-1172 Out N Back Question of the week: Should I start climbing training for Nosco Memorial ride? Yes! Increase your elevation and mileage in anticipation of this great charity ride. Pushing yourself now will make the day feel easier. Get re-acquainted with those iconic climbs so that you know when the suffering will end. I recently read that people only use 40% of their capacity, so when you think you are done you still have a long way to go. Safety Tip of the Week:  Don't drink and ride.   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 · 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

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No Wed.Ride Today
by Sheri Leiken 09 Oct '19

09 Oct '19

Will resume next week! See you next Wednesday afternoon! -- Sheri

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Correct route for tomorrow/Sunday go ride.
by Taylor Hodoose 05 Oct '19

05 Oct '19

https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31227797 Taylor Hodoose 805-390-2200

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Go Pro Videos!
by Sheri Leiken 04 Oct '19

04 Oct '19

*Hey CVC'rs,* *Do you have a GoPro or similar action camera?)* *We would love to make a CVC video of some of our rides!* *We are looking for * *club-member footage from all of the different club ride levels. If you can supply a few short videos to show potential members what our rides are all about, we'd love to see them!Contact Peter/Doug to find out where to upload your footage!* Doug Castell: gonerdoug(a)gmail.com Peter: pjamieso(a)pizzamind.com -- Sheri

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cvc weekend rides 10 5 & 10/6/19
by Taylor Hodoose 03 Oct '19

03 Oct '19

[image: image.png] Local rides- Saturday October 5th @8:30 Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map Red Taylor Westlake/dn Mully 50 4,830 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/12832749 805-390-2200 PCH/Latigo Orange Alfonzo Mully/Piuma/Fernwood 48 5,070 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31227825 787-240-1332 Old Top/Agoura Orange Lite Petros Westlake/Grimes/Simi 45 2,796 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31223998 805-630-8116 TJ/Sunset Hills Gold Sharon 818-519-8694 Gainsbrorough/NP 31 1,798 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/7474147 Lisa 818-535-0862 Greenmeadow Sunday October 6th @9:00 am Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map Red TBD Westlake/dn Yerba 37 4,205 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31180421 PCH mully Orange Alfonzo Westlake/dn Yerba 37 4,205 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31180421 Gold 787-240-1332 PCH mully Social Kay Westlake/Pederson 22 1,387 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/29210610 818-419-1172 Olson/Erbes Question of the week: Should I wear my CVC jersey on Saturday? Seems a silly question, but I notice that we have a lot of riders not wearing the uniform on Saturday and Sunday group rides. Wearing our team kits helps promote the club to attract new members. If you do not have a CVC jersey, contact Sheri. Why do we need more members? Because you can’t have a group ride without a group. Show your pride in the club, attract some attention, and remember that CVC is a social club. Chat up riders as you cross paths. Safety Tip of the Week:  Watch for and Avoid Road Hazards-Be on the lookout for hazards such as potholes, broken glass, gravel, puddles, leaves, and dogs. All these hazards can cause a crash. Always ride with at least one hand on the handlebars. Save the “look, Ma, no hands!” tricks for the driveway at home. Carry books and other items in a bicycle carrier or backpack.  In wet weather watch your speed as surfaces may be slippery and it will take you longer to stop. 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

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CVC mechanical/crash protocols
by Taylor Hodoose 02 Oct '19

02 Oct '19

[image: bike parts.jpg] During our Ride Leader's meeting, we discussed what our club protocol will be for mechanical or other issues while on a ride. First off, all club rides except "purple" and "social" are "drop" rides. This means it is every riders responsibility to know the route prior to the ride. If you are slower than the rest of the group, you may be "dropped"/left behind to find your way through the route and home. With that in mind, CVC is a social club at heart. The purpose of a group ride is to ride with others. If you have a mechanical (flat tire, derailleur malfunction, etc.), crash, or health problem (feeling dizzy or ill) yell out loudly to alert your group. The group will stop and assess the situation, unless it is not safe to do so at that location. The ride leader will determine next steps and alert the group. At least one rider will stay and assist. Most often I have encountered that the whole group waits and helps, but there are times when someone can't wait due to time constraints. If there is a crash that involves medical attention, the ride leader will stay (or designate someone else to stay behind) until help has arrived and treated the rider, as well as helping to inform their emergency contact. Feel free to email me if you have any questions. -- Taylor Hodoose 805-390-2200

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Wednesday Humpday Ride
by Sheri Leiken 01 Oct '19

01 Oct '19

Meeting at the usual place, the landing, 3:45 for an afternoon ride of about 20 miles. Come join in the perfect way to break up your week! 3:45, ready to go! Get your fall ride on! -- Sheri

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