January 2026 - announce - mail.cvcbike.org

Sunday Social Ride Leaders Needed — This Sunday & Going Forward
by Sheri L 19 Jan '26

19 Jan '26

CVC Members, We continue to need *ride leaders for the Sunday Social Ride*, starting *this Sunday, January 25*, and for all Sundays going forward. If you enjoy riding at a social pace and helping keep this popular ride going, please consider volunteering. Leading a ride is a great way to support the club, meet fellow members, and help make CVC welcoming for everyone. If you’re interested or would like more information, please let me know—I’m happy to help you get started. Thank you for considering stepping up to keep our Sunday Social Ride rolling! Conejo Valley Cyclists Stephen 818-535-2516

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Route for Tuesday
by Sheri L 19 Jan '26

19 Jan '26

Hi All, Sorry for the late notice, but here is the route for tomorrow, Tuesday! https://ridewithgps.com/routes/53772596 See you at Starbucks at 9:00 am, -- Sheri

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Tuesday Night ZWIFT Ride Canceled
by Sheri L 19 Jan '26

19 Jan '26

Hi everyone, Just a quick note to let you know that this week’s Tuesday night indoor Zwift ride is canceled due to a scheduled bike club board member meeting. The ride will resume next week as usual, and we look forward to seeing everyone back on Zwift then. Thanks for your understanding, and have a great week! Best, Kim

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CVC VOLUNTEERS
by Sheri L 16 Jan '26

16 Jan '26

CVC Members, As you know, *Conejo Valley Cyclists is 100% run by volunteers*. Our club exists because members step up to share their time, energy, and passion for cycling—and we are so grateful for that support. We are always looking for people who understand what CVC is all about and are willing to get involved. Whether you enjoy leading rides, helping guide the club with your leadership skills, or simply lending a hand when needed, there’s a place for you here. We especially need: - *Ride leaders* - *Go-getters* willing to help guide and support the club - *All-around volunteers* who want to be part of keeping CVC strong and active If this sounds like something you might be interested in, please reach out to me. I’d be happy to talk with you and help match you with a role that fits your interests and availability. CVC wouldn’t be the club it is without its volunteers—thank you for considering being one of them! Please email me if you think this could be you. See you on the road, -- Sheri

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Local Cycling Events and Information
by Sheri L 15 Jan '26

15 Jan '26

Supervisor Jeff Gorell Announces January 24 Community Bike Rodeo and E-Bike Safety Event THOUSAND OAKS, CA — Supervisor Jeff Gorell, in partnership with local law enforcement, fire, schools, and community organizations, invites families to attend a Bike Rodeo & E-Bike Safety Event focused on keeping kids safe. The free, family-friendly event will take place on Saturday, January 24, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Redwood Middle School, located at 233 W. Gainsborough Road in Thousand Oaks. The event is designed to help kids and families learn about essential bike and e-bike safety through hands-on activities and educational resources. Participants will have the opportunity to ride pedal bikes through a guided bike course, visit bike safety booths hosted by local agencies, and learn about e-bike safety, battery safety, proper helmet use, the different classes of e-bikes and how we can join together as a community to promote bike and e-bike safety on our roadways. “It’s critical that we come together to ensure our local kids are safe—especially as e-bike use continues to grow in our communities,” said Ventura County Supervisor Jeff Gorell. “This event brings parents and kids together to learn about safe riding, road safety, and the laws that apply to e-bikes, helping families make informed choices and ride responsibly.” Event highlights include: - Guided Bike Course: Riders can bring their own pedal bikes to navigate an obstacle course designed to build confidence, balance, and safe riding skills. - Battery & E-Bike Safety Education: Learn how to safely use, store, and charge e-bike batteries, and understand the different classes of e-bikes. - Safety Passport Challenge: Visit safety booths, collect passport stamps, and enter to win prizes. - Community Resources: Meet local public safety partners and learn about programs available to support families and youth. This event is made possible through collaboration with the Conejo Valley Unified School District, Conejo Valley Boys & Girls Club, Conejo Open Space Conservation Agency, Conejo Recreation and Park District, California Highway Patrol – Moorpark Division, Ventura County Sheriff’s Office, Ventura County Fire Department, the Ventura County Transportation Commission, Kid Krew, Newbury Park Bike Shop and other valued community partners. ### SAFETY RESOURCES Learn about the rules at local parks and trails: conejoopenspace.gov/e-bikes . <https://conejoopenspace.gov/e-bikes/> E-Bike Laws Important information from the Ventura County Sheriff's Office Regarding E-Bikes. California Vehicle Code 312.5 defines an E-bike as: (a) An “electric bicycle” is a bicycle equipped with fully operable pedals and an electric motor of less than 750 watts. (1) A “class 1 electric bicycle,” or “low-speed pedal-assisted electric bicycle,” is a bicycle equipped with a motor that provides assistance only when the rider is pedaling, and that ceases to provide assistance when the bicycle reaches the speed of 20 miles per hour. (2) A “class 2 electric bicycle,” or “low-speed throttle-assisted electric bicycle,” is a bicycle equipped with a motor that may be used exclusively to propel the bicycle, and that is not capable of providing assistance when the bicycle reaches the speed of 20 miles per hour. (3) A “class 3 electric bicycle,” or “speed pedal-assisted electric bicycle,” is a bicycle equipped with a motor that provides assistance only when the rider is pedaling, and that ceases to provide assistance when the bicycle reaches the speed of 28 miles per hour and equipped with a speedometer. New E-bikes are required to have a class identification marker permanently affixed, which labels the type or class of E-bike you have purchased or are riding. Everyone riding an E-bike is required by law to abide by the California Vehicle Code just like the driver of a motor vehicle or a standard bicycle. Surron, Talaria, Explorer, and similar make electric motorcycles are NOT Electric Bicycles and are NOT street legal. They are sold as Electric Dirt Bikes or Electric Motorcycles and are classified by the California Vehicle Code as motorcycles (400 CVC). These motorcycles must be registered with the Department of Motor Vehicles, insured, and the operator must have the proper driver’s license endorsement to operate them on public streets. If these motorcycles are operated on city streets, sidewalks or public places, the rider is subject to receiving a citation and the vehicle can be impounded. A general rule of thumb to follow: If an E-bike has pedals and is able to be propelled by human power and assisted by an electric motor, then it falls within a class I, II, or III E-bike. If there are no pedals and no way for the vehicle to be propelled by human power, only an electric motor, then the vehicle is classified as an electric motorcycle and subject to all the same rules and regulations as a standard motorcycle utilizing a gas engine. BATTERY SAFETY More battery safety tips from Ventura County Fire found at fire.venturacounty.gov/lithium-ion-battery-safety. <https://fire.venturacounty.gov/lithium-ion-battery-safety/> BIKE REPAIR STATIONS Did you know that the County of Ventura offers residents 18 bicycle repair stations? Or that 13 of these repair stations are located near VCFD fire stations, in high-traffic biking communities? Each of these stations features an air pump, tools, and mounts—enabling riders to securely hang a bike, change a tire, adjust brakes and derailleurs, or make any other adjustments. Learn more at: fire.venturacounty.gov/bicycle-repair-stations. <https://fire.venturacounty.gov/bicycle-repair-stations/> BIKE RIDE MAPS Check out a detailed bike map and important tips from the Ventura County Transportation Commission at www.goventura.org/getting-around/bike/#section-1. <https://www.goventura.org/getting-around/bike/#section-1> BIKE SAFETY COURSE - NEXT CLASS 12/22 -- Sheri

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January Safety Message *Good one
by Sheri L 15 Jan '26

15 Jan '26

For the safety message this week, we are posting an article from Cycling Savvy about negotiating diverging traffic lanes. Diverging lanes occur when traffic lanes cross bicycle lanes so that cars can enter or exit freeway ramps. Often, diverging lanes occur in quick sequence—1st when traffic in the far right traffic lane (to the left of the bike lane) crosses the bike lane to enter the freeway, and second, when traffic exiting the freeway crosses the bike lane to merge into the far left traffic lane. 4 examples on CVC rides come to mind: 1. Olson crossing the 23 on the way to Wood Ranch (and the way back), 2. Tierra Rejada east across the 23 from Moorpark (and back), 3. Las Virgenes north from Agoura Road across the 101, and 4. Ventu Park south from Hillcrest to Lynn. Each of these intersections requires careful negotiation. The article attached, and the embedded videos illustrate the complex decision-making involved. If your route takes you across these complicated intersections, spend a minute in advance to formulate a plan to navigate across. Stephen and Carla [image: palomar-airport-road-interchange-signs_social-thumbnail.jpeg] New Video Series: How to Ride Through a Challenging Interchange <https://cyclingsavvy.org/2025/11/bicycling-challenging-diverging-lane-inter…> cyclingsavvy.org <https://cyclingsavvy.org/2025/11/bicycling-challenging-diverging-lane-inter…> <https://cyclingsavvy.org/2025/11/bicycling-challenging-diverging-lane-inter…>

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Thursday's ride
by jerry blkdog.net 14 Jan '26

14 Jan '26

Thursday, Meet at Starbucks 9am RockStore and Carlisle Cayon 31.1 miles & 2813' https://ridewithgps.com/routes/53225821 Jerry Scott 805 404-8525 jerry(a)blkdog.net

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This weeks CVC rides
by jerry blkdog.net 14 Jan '26

14 Jan '26

[Conejo Valley Cyclists] Saturdays rides start at the Landing and Sundays at Starbucks Saturday - All rides start at 9am. CVC Biweekly Social MTB, January @ 5:30pm Location: Lighting mandatory. Taillight recommended Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map MTB Kent 1 818 802-0826 Not scheduled Saturday Rides, January 17th @ 9:00am Please do not park in the row next to the houses. Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map Red Greg 1 747 214-6642 Potrero, PCH, Yerba, Westlake 50.5 4136 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/50648760 Orange Terry 1 805 490-4616 Cornell, Cold Cyn, Piuma, Stunt, Mureau, Agoura Rd. 47.6 4624 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/53724994 Orange Light Peter 1 805 340-9551 Grimes via Championship 42.9 2871 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/37976937 Gold Paul M. 1 818 519-6136 Hidden Valley, Dos Vientos, Greenmeadow, La Granada 32.2 2272 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/53728294 Mellow Yellow No Drop Ride Tex 1 805 746-5713 Westlake, Kanan Loop to Meda Creek Park and Chesebro 21.4 1219 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/17136221 Sunday rides January 18th @ 10:00am 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 TBD Sbux, Agoura Rd. TO, Grey Rock, Laro, Old Agoura, Old Place and back 22.6 1505 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/43191429 Gold Orange Not Scheduled 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:image002.jpg@01DC857A.82168310]<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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Tuesday Zwift ride 6pm
by Sheri L 12 Jan '26

12 Jan '26

Hey All CVC Riders: Join the new ZWIFT group at 6:00 on Tuesday evening!!!!! https://www.zwift.com/events/view/5355324 Sent from Kim’s iPhone

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Tuesday Morning Ride-Ventura
by Sheri L 12 Jan '26

12 Jan '26

Hi All, Still a bit windy here tomorrow, but Ventura is offering wonderful weather, 70's with sun, a small if any breeze. Let's meet at 9:00 am at Sea Cliff Dr. at the start of the bike path. (about 10 min. past Ventura) Exit Sea Cliff, left, follow signs for beach parking. -- Sheri

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