May 2025 - announce - mail.cvcbike.org

This weeks CVC rides
by jerry blkdog.net 29 May '25

29 May '25

[Conejo Valley Cyclists] [cid:image002.png@01DBD082.9E90FEB0] Register for CVC Picnic Ride & Benefit<https://www.cvcbike.org/2025-picnic--benefit-ride.html> What: CVC Picnic Ride & Benefit When: Saturday June 21st 8 a.m. Where: Conejo Community Park 400 West Gainsborough Road, Thousand Oaks We are only 3 weeks away from the CVC's Annual Picnic & Benefit Ride. Registration closes on June 18th! Don't delay! This is YOUR event, the club's main event and your time to give back. We have many great sponsors and lots of amazing items in the auction. Many thanks to our sponsors, Trek Bicycles, Newbury Park Bicycles, Velofix, Michael's Bikes.... Paul Mitchell Hair Products! This is not a ride to miss. Lots of music, great food, and fun! The event is June 21st, and this will be the only ride CVC is offering this day. Here is your link to register: Register for CVC Picnic Ride & Benefit<https://www.cvcbike.org/2025-picnic--benefit-ride.html> Saturdays rides start at the Landing and Sundays at Starbucks RIDES FOR THIS WEEK. CVC Biweekly Social MTB, June @ 5:30pm Location:. No lights needed Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map MTB Kent 1 818 802-0826 Saturday Rides, May 31st @ 8:30am Please do not park in the row next to the houses. Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map Red Greg 1 747 214-6642 7Min/Old Topanga/Fernwood 51.8 5630 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42820795 Orange Greg 1 747 214-6642 7Min/Old Topanga/Fernwood 51.8 5630 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42820795 Orange Light Mark 1 805 432-6292 Cruise Around the Conejo 39.4 2699 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/38907202 Gold Mark 1 805 432-6292 Cruise Around the Conejo 39.4 2699 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/38907202 Mellow Yellow No Drop Ride Tex 1 805 746-5713 Agoura/Oak Park Loop, up Kanan to Hillcrest 20.1 1245 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/5472801 Sunday rides June 1st @ 9:00am Location: ALL rides will start at the Starbucks @ Agoura Rd & Westlake Blvd by Vons. Please Park towards the rear of parking lot to not disrupt local businesses Ride Leader Route Miles Map Social No Drop Ride Jerry 1 805 404-8525 Starbucks, Hidden Valley and back. Options for Treasure Hill and Carlisle 23.3 957 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/39539993 Gold Orange Not Scheduled Safety Message for the week Wearing bright, visible colors while cycling is a simple but powerful way to increase your chances of being seen, reduce the risk of collisions and stay safer on the road. In sudden situations, like a car pulling out of a driveway or a cyclist needing to swerve around a pothole, being instantly visible can mean the difference between a near miss and a serious accident. The best colors for visibility are neon/ fluorescent colors such as neon yellow, fluorescent orange, bright green and fluorescent pink. Aside from fluorescent colors white, hot pink, bright red and lime green are good in low-light and evening riding. Avoid wearing black, dark blue, gray, dark green, and earth tones as these colors blend into the road, trees etc. Reflective materials are essential for nighttime rides. Adding a reflective ankle band (movement attracts attention) is a very inexpensive, quick way to increase visibility. Here's an Amazon option. https://a.co/d/bwRFW1k Please take these into consideration when it's time to replace an item of clothing like a jacket, vest, jersey, or shorts. When riding with us, you will: * Use helmets and bike lanes! Call out hazards and ride predictably. * Avoid bunching up; don't overlap wheels. * Keep a prudent distance and ride single file on narrow roads. * Ensure your bike is in good working order. * Descend carefully! * Pass slower riders on the left and signal when changing lines. * Respect traffic laws and the rights of motor vehicles, cyclists, and pedestrians. * If the weather is inclement, we will cancel ALL rides. Follow us on" Facebook and Instagram (@conejo_valley_cyclists_) * Instagram photos and videos<https://www.instagram.com/conejo_valley_cyclists_?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D…> instagram.com<https://www.instagram.com/conejo_valley_cyclists_?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D…> [cid:image003.jpg@01DBD082.9E90FEB0]<https://www.instagram.com/conejo_valley_cyclists_?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D…> Conejo Valley Cyclists<https://www.facebook.com/groups/131653973515124/> Private group * 1.0K members<https://www.facebook.com/groups/131653973515124/members/>

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Please read
by Kent Koral 28 May '25

28 May '25

Most of you know Danny Lupold, who runs the Trek Westlake store. Danny’s son was in a very serious auto accident, I believe yesterday . I don’t have a lot of details at this point except that he is in Children’s Hospital ICU. He sustained serious injuries, but from what I’m told, he is heading in the right direction. Please keep The Lupold family in your thoughts and prayers, and as I find out more, I will share it with you. Kent Koral (818) 802-0826

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CVC Picnic Ride 2025
by Conejo Valley Cyclists 28 May '25

28 May '25

https://cvcbike.us15.list-manage.com/track/click?u=5013160bccb1009ace18c8ae… ** JUNE 21, 2025 ------------------------------------------------------------ ** $75 ------------------------------------------------------------ ** Conejo Community Park 400 West Gainsborough Road, Thousand Oaks ------------------------------------------------------------ Register Here (https://cvcbike.us15.list-manage.com/track/click?u=5013160bccb1009ace18c8ae…) https://cvcbike.us15.list-manage.com/track/click?u=5013160bccb1009ace18c8ae… https://cvcbike.us15.list-manage.com/track/click?u=5013160bccb1009ace18c8ae… Register HERE (https://cvcbike.us15.list-manage.com/track/click?u=5013160bccb1009ace18c8ae…) 🚴‍♂️Join the Ride of the Season! Tacos, Tunes & a Great Cause 🌮🎶 Get ready to clip in for a cause and roll into one of the most exciting events of the year — our Picnic Benefit Ride is coming up, and YOU won’t want to miss it! 🚴‍♀️ The Ride: We’ll be hitting the road together for 3 fabulous scenic group rides that support a fantastic local cause. Whether you’re a weekend warrior or just in it for the post-ride fun, this event has something for everyone. We are offering 3 rides on June 21st 2025 * A 27-mile route with 1800 feet of elevation that wraps about the Conejo Valley, encompassing some of the most enjoyable riding terrain our community has to offer. * https://cvcbike.us15.list-manage.com/track/click?u=5013160bccb1009ace18c8ae… * A 51 mile with 3500 ft elevation that takes riders down to PCH and back through the Santa Monica Canyons via Encinal - a favorite training route of professional teams. If you prefer to not go to down Potrero to the coast, we will also offer a modified, slightly shortened version of this route. * https://cvcbike.us15.list-manage.com/track/click?u=5013160bccb1009ace18c8ae… * A metric century with 3700 ft elevation the -62-mile course will take you through Thousand Oaks down Santa Rosa Road to PCH up Encinal and down Westlake * https://cvcbike.us15.list-manage.com/track/click?u=5013160bccb1009ace18c8ae… Routes subject to change 🌮 Post-Ride Picnic: Once we cross the finish line, the real party begins — with a taco truck that’ll make your taste buds do a victory lap! Bring your appetite and kick back with your fellow riders. 🎶 Music & Vibes: We will have great music to keep the energy high and the good times rolling. Great beats, great eats, and even better company. 🎁 Silent Auction: We’ll have a silent auction featuring awesome gear, gift cards, and cycling goodies. Newly added from West Winery Tasting Room, Color Street and Cheesecake Factory! Bring a friend, bring your spirit, and let's make this ride unforgettable. Pedal power + taco power = unstoppable. We can’t wait to see you there! Warm wheels, Sheri Leiken, CVC President CVC Board of Directors The Picnic Benefit & Ride Committee NO DAY OF REGISTRATION. SIGNUP NOW!!! Register HERE (https://cvcbike.us15.list-manage.com/track/click?u=5013160bccb1009ace18c8ae…) SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS https://cvcbike.us15.list-manage.com/track/click?u=5013160bccb1009ace18c8ae… https://cvcbike.us15.list-manage.com/track/click?u=5013160bccb1009ace18c8ae… https://cvcbike.us15.list-manage.com/track/click?u=5013160bccb1009ace18c8ae… https://cvcbike.us15.list-manage.com/track/click?u=5013160bccb1009ace18c8ae… https://cvcbike.us15.list-manage.com/track/click?u=5013160bccb1009ace18c8ae… https://cvcbike.us15.list-manage.com/track/click?u=5013160bccb1009ace18c8ae… Logo Copyright (C) 2025 Conejo Valley Cyclists. All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you opted in via our website. Our mailing address is: Conejo Valley Cyclists 209 Smugglers Cove Camarillo, CA 93012 USA Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences (https://cvcbike.us15.list-manage.com/profile?u=5013160bccb1009ace18c8aef&id…) or unsubscribe (https://cvcbike.us15.list-manage.com/unsubscribe?u=5013160bccb1009ace18c8ae…)

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Tuesday Morning Ride 9:00 am-Starbucks
by Sheri L 26 May '25

26 May '25

Hi All, This is for the riding animals who maybe got an extra day in, and for those who were not able to ride Monday... And for anyone who falls somewhere in between! We will be riding tomorrow, route goes to the Old Place, (first regroup is Cornell and Mullholland) Then we will continue UP, you know what I mean! Eventually down Decker and a return. If you want to mosey further, you can always add on. We will discuss options. Carlisle is one add on. Let's go enjoy something we haven't done in a bit. Probably a gold+ O/L pace. -- Sheri

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Draft PCH Master Plan Feasibility Study Document - Public Input!
by Sheri L 25 May '25

25 May '25

Please see below! https://engage.dot.ca.gov/Project/AccessCode?id=1pTYUUT3DMv%2FmQfHMVo7NA%3D… Sheri

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Members Meeting June 9th!!!
by Sheri L 23 May '25

23 May '25

Hi All, With all the "to do" about the weekend rides, the Memorial Day Ride and the Charity Ride please don't forget about the membership meeting at Trek Westlake on Monday, June 9th. We will need you to bring a folding chair with you....unless you choose to stand during the meeting. Remember the pro rider credo, don't stand if you can sit, don't sit if you can lay down. Hey, if you show up with an air mattress we can accommodate you 😜 Additionally, rumor has it that Trek will offer a discount on bike radar at the event. This is not a rumor, it's a fact !! See you there with your chair ! Bob Muzio and the CVC Gang

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CVC Picnic Ride 2025
by Conejo Valley Cyclists 22 May '25

22 May '25

https://cvcbike.us15.list-manage.com/track/click?u=5013160bccb1009ace18c8ae… ** JUNE 21, 2025 ------------------------------------------------------------ ** $75 ------------------------------------------------------------ ** Conejo Community Park 400 West Gainsborough Road, Thousand Oaks ------------------------------------------------------------ Register Here (https://cvcbike.us15.list-manage.com/track/click?u=5013160bccb1009ace18c8ae…) https://cvcbike.us15.list-manage.com/track/click?u=5013160bccb1009ace18c8ae… https://cvcbike.us15.list-manage.com/track/click?u=5013160bccb1009ace18c8ae… Woot Woot!🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻We got Agile to donate 2 new CVC kit for our silent auction. Velofix has offered to SAG for us! And we are continuing to reach out to our local businesses for their support. Registration is now open for the 5th Annual CVC Picnic & Benefit Ride. Held on June 21st, the day of the Summer Solstice. This year’s event will enable Conejo Valley Cyclists to continue to donate to those in need, and to give back to the Cycling Community. Proceeds from this year's fundraising ride will specifically go to supporting high school age fire victims who have lost their homes and their bikes. We will also support James Storehouse organization and other local entities. Please see our website for past recipients. You can help by participating in this year's fun fundraiser! This is a chance for you to enjoy a great ride with SAG support, hangout with great riders and people, and enjoy a picnic with a fabulous, delicious Mediterranean food truck, along with the satisfaction of helping others. Your participation enables CVC to celebrate everything you enjoy as a CVC member. If you are not a member of Conejo Valley Cyclists, you can still join this ride by purchasing a 30-day Associate Membership for $10. Your Associate Membership will qualify you for the ride, regardless of when you purchase it. We are offering 3 rides on June 21st 2025 * A 27-mile route with 1800 feet of elevation that wraps about the Conejo Valley, encompassing some of the most enjoyable riding terrain our community has to offer. * https://cvcbike.us15.list-manage.com/track/click?u=5013160bccb1009ace18c8ae… * A 51 mile with 3500 ft elevation that takes riders down to PCH and back through the Santa Monica Canyons via Encinal - a favorite training route of professional teams. If you prefer to not go to down Potrero to the coast, we will also offer a modified, slightly shortened version of this route. * https://cvcbike.us15.list-manage.com/track/click?u=5013160bccb1009ace18c8ae… * A metric century with 3700 ft elevation the -62-mile course will take you through Thousand Oaks down Santa Rosa Road to PCH up Encinal and down Westlake * https://cvcbike.us15.list-manage.com/track/click?u=5013160bccb1009ace18c8ae… Routes subject to change Here are 4 reasons to register NOW: 1. All participants will enjoy a Gourmet Lunch from the Pickles & Peas Mediterranean Lunch Truck. 2. Included in your registration is access to the Beer Garden and Silent Auction following the ride. 3. There will be no other CVC rides scheduled on June 21, so what else are you going to do that day? 4. If you forget to register, you will be missing out on the most fun CVC event of the year...and you will have no idea what other members are talking about for months to come. Because of the increased participation this year, you are urged to sign up as soon as possible, so we can create the best ride and celebration for each participant! This is YOUR RIDE, YOUR DAY, & YOUR EVENT. Thank you for your support, Sheri Leiken, CVC President CVC Board of Directors The Picnic Benefit & Ride Committee NO DAY OF REGISTRATION. SIGNUP NOW!!! Register HERE (https://cvcbike.us15.list-manage.com/track/click?u=5013160bccb1009ace18c8ae…) SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS https://cvcbike.us15.list-manage.com/track/click?u=5013160bccb1009ace18c8ae… https://cvcbike.us15.list-manage.com/track/click?u=5013160bccb1009ace18c8ae… https://cvcbike.us15.list-manage.com/track/click?u=5013160bccb1009ace18c8ae… https://cvcbike.us15.list-manage.com/track/click?u=5013160bccb1009ace18c8ae… https://cvcbike.us15.list-manage.com/track/click?u=5013160bccb1009ace18c8ae… Logo Copyright (C) 2025 Conejo Valley Cyclists. All rights reserved. You are receiving this email because you opted in via our website. Our mailing address is: Conejo Valley Cyclists 209 Smugglers Cove Camarillo, CA 93012 USA Want to change how you receive these emails? You can update your preferences (https://cvcbike.us15.list-manage.com/profile?u=5013160bccb1009ace18c8aef&id…) or unsubscribe (https://cvcbike.us15.list-manage.com/unsubscribe?u=5013160bccb1009ace18c8ae…)

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Thursday Ride: 9:00 am-Starbucks!
by Sheri L 22 May '25

22 May '25

Modified Route to ensure start from Starbucks ..... https://ridewithgps.com/routes/45385563 See you at 9:00 On Wed, May 21, 2025 at 8:47 PM Sheri L via announce < announce(a)mail.cvcbike.org> wrote: > NORTH VALLEY ROUTE VIA GREY ROCK, 34 Miles, 2476 Elevation > https://ridewithgps.com/routes/37188545 > O.L.level. > Thank you Chris S. for leading this great ride! > -- > Sheri > >

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Start time Correction-9:00 Saturday
by Sheri L 21 May '25

21 May '25

Sorry about that. ALL AWAY RIDES START at 9:00!!!!!!!!!!!!! IN VENTURA! Parking at Mission Parking Lot. Here is a local map of free parking. https://en.parkopedia.com/parking/attraction/ventura-county-historical-muse… We will meet in the lot off Santa Clara. See you there! Great rides ahead! -- Sheri

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Ride Schedule May 22-25 (Including Memorial Day)
by Sheri L 21 May '25

21 May '25

[image: Conejo Valley Cyclists] *So... you are thinking about the money and cost for the CVC Picnic & Benefit Ride?* Here is a great breakdown. The average club ride lasts for 2 ½ hours. Yearly Membership Fee $35.00 Cost per hour Per month *$2.92 * 1 ride a week $0.68 $0.28 Per Hour 2 rides a week $0.34 $0.14 3 rides a week $0.25 $0.10 4 Rides a week $0.19 $0.08 Clearly........ I think we can safely say, the club membership is already a screaming bargain and this only covers operating expenses. We are more than that. We are a charitable organization in support of fostering cycling. So, let's get going on giving back and make a difference in someone's life! Let's get those kids who lost all belongings, some bikes back into their lives. Be a part of this day! It is *your* time to give back. And on that thought.... MANY of our initial sign ups for the Picnic & Benefit ride have been previous riders who have done this ride before. The reason for that is because they know how much fun this ride is. The long term members saw how much fun the event was, and how much they got out of riding it, and the moral satisfaction of giving to others. It's time to bring our newer members and those new to the Picnic & Benefit Ride, into the fun! Click the link below to register today! Register for CVC Picnic Ride & Benefit <https://www.cvcbike.org/2025-picnic--benefit-ride.html> *What: CVC Picnic Ride & Benefit When: Saturday June 21st 8 a.m. Where: Conejo Community Park 400 West Gainsborough Road, Thousand Oaks Who: CVC Members Why: Club Camaraderie, Giving Back Locally, and to promote Cycling Distances: 62 (Metric Century), 50 or 25 Mile* *Bi-Weekly Thursday MTB Ride, May 22, 5:30 pm sharp **Location: *Meet at Wendy and Portrero fo a 5:30PM roll out Fairly easy and Gravel Friendly Route *Ride* *Leader* *Route* *Miles* *Climb (ft.)* *Map* *MTB* Kent 818-802-0826 CVC Sycamore Loop 13.6 1329 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/50836602 * Saturday Away Rides, May 24th @ 8:30 am* *Ride* *Leader* *Route* *Miles* *Climb (ft.)* *Map* *Red* Terry Ventura, Santa Paula, Ojai 51.1 2714 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/36088084 *Orange* Terry Ventura, Santa Paula, Ojai 51.1 2714 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/36088084 *Orange Light* Peter Ventura, Santa Paula, Ojai 51.1 2714 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/36088084 *Gold* Laurie Ventura to Ojai/ via Lake Casitas 42 2030 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/49025694 *Mellow Yellow* Tex 805-746-5713 Ventura Bike Path to Ojai and back 30 997 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/3290331 * Sunday Road, May 25th @ 9:00 am Location: *ALL rides will start at the Starbucks @ Agoura Rd & Westlake Blvd by Vons. Please Park towards the rear of the parking lot to not disrupt local businesses and/or the homes behind the lot. *Ride* *Leader* *Route* *Miles* *Climb (ft.)* *Map* *GO * *Social* Marty Starbucks, Lobo Cyn 24.7 1462 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/39522293 **** MONDAY Memorial Day Ride: Leader: Chris Roberts 35.1 miles 2385 ft. Can drop out anywhere along route. Start time: 9:00 LANDING* https://ridewithgps.com/routes/36233668 This week, our safety tip involves navigating around trucks in intersections. This link leads to an excellent article with 2 short videos. Cycling around trucks in intersections involves predictable and avoidable hazards. Please take the time to review the article and videos, and consider incorporating these lessons into your safety skillset. Always stay vigilant. [image: truck-animation-screenshot.png] What cyclists need to know about trucks <https://cyclingsavvy.org/what-cyclists-need-to-know-about-trucks/> cyclingsavvy.org <https://cyclingsavvy.org/what-cyclists-need-to-know-about-trucks/> <https://cyclingsavvy.org/what-cyclists-need-to-know-about-trucks/> *When riding with us, you will:* · Use helmets and bike lanes! Call out hazards and ride predictably. · Avoid bunching up; don’t overlap wheels. · Keep a prudent distance and ride single file on narrow roads. · Ensure your bike is in good working order. Have you put goo in your tubeless? · Descend carefully! · Pass slower riders on the left and signal when changing lines. · Respect traffic laws and the rights of motor vehicles, cyclists, and pedestrians. · If the weather is inclement, we will cancel ALL rides. - Follow us on” Facebook and Instagram (@conejo_valley_cyclists_) • Instagram photos and videos <https://www.instagram.com/conejo_valley_cyclists_?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D…> instagram.com <https://www.instagram.com/conejo_valley_cyclists_?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D…> <https://www.instagram.com/conejo_valley_cyclists_?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D…> - - Conejo Valley Cyclists <https://www.facebook.com/groups/131653973515124/> - Private group - · - *1.0K members* <https://www.facebook.com/groups/131653973515124/members/> -- Sheri

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