March 2026 - announce - mail.cvcbike.org

Thursday Zwift ride
by Terry Hearst 16 Mar '26

16 Mar '26

Hi everyone, We’re hosting an indoor *virtual Zwift ride next Thursday at 6:00 PM*, and we’d love for you to join us! It’s a fun, social ride and a great way to stay connected while getting in a solid workout. All fitness levels are welcome — ride at your own pace and enjoy the group vibe. *Ride Details:* 📅 *Thursday March 19* ⏰ *6:00 PM* 🚴 *Ride Leader:* Kim 🔗 *Zwift * [image: fa767b07-73cc-4acc-b42d-14f5385d9335.jpeg] Grand Finale - The at Home Cycling & Running Virtual Training App <https://www.zwift.com/events/view/5507405> zwift.com <https://www.zwift.com/events/view/5507405> <https://www.zwift.com/events/view/5507405> https://www.zwift.com/events/view/5507405 Click the link to sign up and join us on the ride. Let me know if you have any questions or need help getting set up on Zwift. Hope to see you there! *Kim*

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Irish Tuesday Ride
by Sheri L 15 Mar '26

15 Mar '26

On Tuesday, our ride will be led by the #1 Irishman, Mike! Riders will get extra credit for wearing green and even more extra credit for going to Crown & Anchor afterwards. Piper at C&A at 12.30. CVC Social-Starbucks-Wildwood CCW-kk · Ride with GPS <https://ridewithgps.com/routes/37814567> Meeting at Starbucks lot and leaving at 9:00 am! -- Sheri

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Safety Tips from or safety committee
by Terry Hearst 14 Mar '26

14 Mar '26

Here are some guidelines for a rider down incident. *Immediate Actions After a Crash* As soon as an incident occurs, riders should automatically take on roles. *1. Traffic Control (Minimum: 2 riders)* • At least two riders should IMMEDIATELY move into traffic-control positions. • These riders may need to travel many yards away from the crash site to give approaching vehicles adequate warning, especially on fast roads or blind corners. • Use clear hand signals: • Slow down: Arm extended, palm down, gently raising and lowering. • Stop: Arm fully extended with palm clearly facing traffic. • Make eye contact with drivers whenever possible. Important: In some situations, slowing traffic is not enough. It may be necessary to fully stop cars so you can communicate the seriousness of the hazard ahead (e.g., a cyclist down around a blind corner, bikes in the roadway, or emergency care in progress). *2. Scene Awareness* • There will be additional roles and responsibilities such as identifying your exact location, getting a cellular signal, potentially calling 911. • Do not cluster around the injured cyclist. • Only designated helpers should remain near the rider once traffic control is established. • Everyone else should move to a safe location off the road. *Common Ride Scenarios & How to Manage Them* Scenario 1: Canyon Road, No Bike Lane, Blind Corner • This is a high-risk environment. • At least one rider must move well behind the crash to stop or slow approaching traffic. • At least one other rider should move ahead to warn vehicles approaching the other way. • Traffic control riders may need to be out of sight of the injured cyclist, this is often necessary and appropriate. • The rest of the group should move completely off the road if possible. Scenario 2: Shoulder or Bike Lane with Fast-Moving Traffic • A bike lane does not guarantee safety. • Assign at least one rider to control traffic behind the group and another ahead. • Be prepared to stop traffic, not just slow it, particularly if vehicles are encroaching into the shoulder. • Keep bikes and people out of the bike lane once traffic control is set. Scenario 3: Hill with One Lane of Traffic Each Way • Traffic must be managed from both directions. • Position riders far enough uphill and downhill to give cars time to stop. • If visibility is limited or traffic volume is high, additional traffic-control riders may be needed. • Riders not involved in traffic control or care should move well off the roadway. *Key Takeaways* • Scene safety always comes first. • Traffic control is a immediate primary responsibility, not an afterthought. • Slowing traffic is sometimes insufficient, stopping traffic may be required. • Fewer people at the rider, with clear roles, equals greater safety for everyone. This is the first in a series of safety reminders. Future notes will cover injury assessment, communication, and emergency response after the scene is secure. Ride smart. Ride safe. Safety Committee

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Gold ride Saturday
by jerry blkdog.net 13 Mar '26

13 Mar '26

Gold ride updated start time. Gold Ride Start time will be 9:00am Saturday 3/14/26 Gold ride Saturday remote start from Tarantula Hill Brewing C 244 E Thousand Oaks Blvd. Directons: https://maps.app.goo.gl/Js4qG42cb3emJ9E46 Dawn 1 805 402-8327 Remote Start location see above ALS pre ride preview! 26.1 1815 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/54208289 [cid:image001.jpg@01DCB2C7.8830AE40] Jerry Scott 805 404-8525 jerry(a)blkdog.net

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Thursday's ride
by Terry Hearst 11 Mar '26

11 Mar '26

Here is Thursday's ride. Start time 9am https://ridewithgps.com/routes/54062273

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This weeks CVC rides
by jerry blkdog.net 11 Mar '26

11 Mar '26

[Conejo Valley Cyclists] Saturdays rides start at the Landing and Sundays at Starbucks Gold ride Saturday remote start from Tarantula Hill Brewing CO. 244 E Thousand Oaks Blvd. Directons: https://maps.app.goo.gl/Js4qG42cb3emJ9E46 The SoCal Ride to defeat ALS will be serving beer and snacks after the ride. CVC Biweekly Social MTB, @ 5:30pm Location: Lights mandatory. Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map MTB Kent 1 818 802-0826 Not Scheduled Saturday Rides, March 14th @ 8:30am Please do not park in the row next to the houses. Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map Red Terry 1 805 490-4616 Westlake >up TOW > down Yerba > PCH > up Mully > down RockStore 46 5019 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/45033868 Orange Terry 1 805 490-4616 Westlake > up TOW > down Yerba > PCH > up Mully > down RockStore 46 5019 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/45033868 Orange Light Peter 1 805 340-9551 Landing, HV, PCH, Encinal, WW 51.1 3406 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/53956482 Gold Dawn 1 805 402-8327 Remote Start location see above ALS pre ride preview! 26.1 1815 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/54208289 Mellow Yellow No Drop Ride Tex 1 805 746-5713 CVC Wildwood via Westlake CCW 23.4 1172 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/6716080 Sunday rides March 15th @ 9:00 am 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 Kim 1 805 469-1982 Starbucks, Hidden Valley, Dos Vientos, Greenmeadow, Hillcrest 30.3 1936 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/48285123 Gold Orange Not Scheduled Ride Details: 📅 Thursday March 12 ⏰ 6:00 PM 🚴 Ride Leader: Kim 🔗 Zwift Event Link: https://www.zwift.com/events/view/5481923 https://www.zwift.com/events/view/5481923 [cid:image002.jpg@01DCB18C.993C83D0] 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@01DCB18C.993C83D0]<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/> Jerry Scott 805 404-8525 jerry(a)blkdog.net

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Virtual Zwift ride this Thursday March,12 at 6:00 PM
by Terry Hearst 09 Mar '26

09 Mar '26

Hi everyone, We’re hosting an indoor *virtual Zwift ride next Thursday at 6:00 PM*, and we’d love for you to join us! It’s a fun, social ride and a great way to stay connected while getting in a solid workout. All fitness levels are welcome — ride at your own pace and enjoy the group vibe. *Ride Details:* 📅 *Thursday March 12* ⏰ *6:00 PM* 🚴 *Ride Leader:* Kim 🔗 *Zwift Event Link:* https://www.zwift.com/events/view/5481923 https://www.zwift.com/events/view/5481923 [image: fa767b07-73cc-4acc-b42d-14f5385d9335.jpeg] Aerobic Power - The at Home Cycling & Running Virtual Training App <https://www.zwift.com/events/view/5481923> zwift.com <https://www.zwift.com/events/view/5481923> <https://www.zwift.com/events/view/5481923> Click the link to sign up and join us on the ride. Let me know if you have any questions or need help getting set up on Zwift. Hope to see you there! *Kim*

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Route for Tuesday March 10
by Sheri L 08 Mar '26

08 Mar '26

Hello, Here is the route for Tuesday. This is the one, that the only change will be to turn left at Lindero when we get there for a quick regroup, then take Lindero ALL THE WAY TO THE END, and turn right on the 2nd Bromley. https://ridewithgps.com/routes/49310825 We will make our way to the path, and eventually stop at the bathrooms in the park. See you Tuesday at 9! -- Sheri

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CVC Saturday ride start time
by Terry Hearst 04 Mar '26

04 Mar '26

The start time for Saturday rides is now 8:30. It may be changed for away rides. So always check the weekly ride announcements! Terry Sent from my iPhone Sent from my iPhone

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This weeks CVC rides
by jerry blkdog.net 04 Mar '26

04 Mar '26

[Conejo Valley Cyclists] Saturdays rides start at the Landing and Sundays at Starbucks Saturday: Due to the strong winds forecast locally we are going to have an away ride this Saturday. Starting Time 9am All rides starting at Rincon Beach County Park except Mellow Yellow who will start at the Ventura mission/museum Parking lot. Directions to the starts: Rincon Beach County Park - https://maps.app.goo.gl/DSCrk4L7SUXasbzo8 Ventura Museum/Mission Parking Lot- https://maps.app.goo.gl/7fZgE5njGHcfuBkr6 CVC Biweekly Social MTB, @ 5:30pm Location: Lights mandatory. Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map MTB Kent 1 818 802-0826 Not Scheduled Saturday Rides, March 7th @ 9:00am Please do not park in the row next to the houses. Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map Red Colette 1 818 298-8767 Rincon, Truckers Grove, Hope Ranch, Summerland, Carpinteria 56.9 3460 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/54136722 Orange Colette 1 818 298-8768 Rincon, Truckers Grove, Hope Ranch, Summerland, Carpinteria 56.9 3460 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/54136722 Orange Light Isaac 1 213 446-3932 Rincon, E. Mountain, Hope Ranch, return on the Coast 49.3 3122 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/49478037 Gold TBA Rincon to Santa Barbara and Carpinteria 35.3 1590 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/49478309 Mellow Yellow No Drop Ride Tom 1 818 730-0729 Ventura to Rincon Beach County Park and back 26.7 504 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/54142892 Sunday rides March 8th @ 9:00 am 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 Terry 1 805 490-4616 Starbucks, Agoura Rd, Chesebro, Erbes, Triunfo 24.7 1515 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/53574259 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@01DCABD2.A131CE70]<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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