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Thursday August 2nd - Malibu Lake Ride (Start Westlake @ 5:30 pm)‏
by Sherrie Felton 27 Jul '12

27 Jul '12

Come on out and join CVC next Thursday August 2nd for the Malibu Lake Ride. Please see the route slip for details. The Ride starts at 5:30 p.m. Harlene Roen will be leading this ride as I will be away. Thanks Harlene! ROUTE: Malibu Lake + optional Mulholland East extension DISTANCE: 20-25 miles. PACE: This is an intermediate level ride that includes both Gold and Orange paces averaging 14+/15+ mph. NO DROPS: I wait for the slowest rider at strategic points along the route. DIRECTIONS TO RIDE START: Triunfo Canyon Rd. in Westlake Village, just west of the Dam (tennis) Club and little yacht club building. From the 101 Freeway, take Lindero Canyon south until it ends at Triunfo. Go right on Triunfo a couple hundred yards. You will see a grassy area where we PICNIC after the ride. Park along the curb. PICNIC: If a QUORUM is present, the Post-Ride Picnic will begin around 7:15 p.m. Please bring something to share: cheese crackers, fruit, olives, pretzels, cookies, whatever; a beverage and something to drink it out of if you don't want to drink it out of the bottle; something to sit on and a warm jacket. Bring your friends, neighbors, relatives, significant others, etc. QUESTIONS: Email Harlene at harlene.roen(a)gmail.com SAFETY NOTES: 1. A helmet is mandatory. I.D., water or sports drink, a snack, spare tube(s), CO2 cartridges or hand pump, patch kit, cell phone are recommended.2. Please do not call out "clear" at intersections. The intersection may not be clear for the rider(s) behind you.3. If you start with the group but decide to cut the ride short or take a different route, please let me know at a regroup stop or leave me a message (cell: 908-432-3480).4. Seasonal safety issues:- Be prepared for heat. Stay hydrated. Carry a sports drink or capsules to keep your electrolytes in balance. Drink before you feel thirsty. Know the signs of heat exhaustion and offer assistance if you see another rider exhibiting these signs.- The tar used to repair asphalt roads can become semi-liquid and slippery on hot days. Example: The Decker/Westlake descent has multiple places where asphalt cracks have been sealed with tar. Use caution when riding over these areas in high heat.- Be prepared for flats. The “Goat’s Head” thorn, a.k.a. “Puncture Vine” a.k.a. Tribulus Terrestris, has returned to the roads we cycle on. Club rides are seeing an increase in flats caused by these thorns. Carry an extra tube or two - and even a patch kit for flat repairs. CVC 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. ADDENDUM: Round-the-lakers can start at any time and join us for the picnic at 7:15 p.m. (see note about picnic quorum, above). Regards, Sherrie Felton

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Sunday Social Ride
by dpssmith＠aol.com 27 Jul '12

27 Jul '12

CVC Sunday Social / Recovery Ride -- Sunday, July - 27th - 9:00am Meeting at Citibank Parking Lot - Westlake Village -- Westlake Blvd. & Agoura Road (North East Corner) Come out and join us for a social paced recovery ride (14 Mph Average Speed/Pace). 25-30 miles max. and stay a while to socialize afterwards by having an after-ride beverage and snack. With Mulholland nicely paved from Las Virgenes to Westlake now, let’s do our Malibou Lake route this weekend, either in the normal or reverse direction. The normal direction takes us down Agoura Rd. to a re-group at De Anza Park. South, down Las Virgenes to Mulholland. Lake Vista Dr. and around Malibou Lake, returning via Cornell. The reverse direction is to ride out to Mulholland Hwy via Cornell and do a loop around Malibou Lake returning via Las Virgenes. Even though we are attempting to offer our coolest ride routes during high heat days, some considerations and situations that you should be aware of for riding in high heat in our area: 1) Stay hydrated and be aware to keep your electrolites balanced 2) Road surface conditions: asphalt tar & repair drips become semi liquid and especially slippery example: descending Decker/Westlake has multiple places where asphalt cracks have been sealed with tar Try to ride over them minimizing tire contact 3) Goat head thorns have returned and caused six flats on this past week's Orange ride Carry and extra tube or two - and even a patch kit for flat repairs 4) Be aware of other riders signs of heat exhaustion and offer assistance as applicable e. Then head East down Mulholland Hwy towards Las Virgenes where we will return via Agoura Road. Several optional return routes are available depending on what everyone feels like. After ride socializing - Natural Cafe' Restaurant - Patio and/or front grassy courtyard area. Many options at this location for beverage and food establishments. See you there!!! Dale Note: 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. Please remember to park in the area along Westlake Blvd. (between the street and the first driveway aisle) and not in the area in front of the shops or market. If we don't respect the requests of the lease tenants we could be asked to park elsewhere

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CVC Saturday GOLD Level Ride -- Saturday July 28st 8:30 AM
by henry montalvo 26 Jul '12

26 Jul '12

*CVC Saturday GOLD Level Ride -- Saturday July 28st 8:30 AM*** Meeting at Citibank Parking Lot - Westlake Village -- Westlake Blvd. & Agoura Road (North East Corner) for announcements; promptly at 8:30 am, then split into our groups to depart. *Please ensure you are hydrating and keeping your energy level high during the ride. The weather will be warmer than usual.* ***** Route: Dos Vientos and North Ranch w/ a Hillcrest-School Road ext back. 38.1 miles, 3,346 Feet *Water & Toilets: Mile 7.5 (Fire Station) Water & Toilets: Mile 17.3 (Dos Vientos Park) Water & Toilets: Mile 25.2 (The Trailhead on Greenmeadow multi use path) Regroups will be... Fire Station, Dos Vientos Park, Greenmeadow turn, Rancho Turn, Las Flores Turn For a detailed map and route slip, go to:* * http://ridewithgps.com/routes/1019760 *Upcoming Rides*- Stunt, Woodranch, The Wall up Westlake, Old Topanga, and a "NEW" Route * * The *Gold Ride* is an Intermediate recreational ride, 30-40+ miles in length and averaging 14 mph. It is mandatory to have & wear a helmet. It is the rider's responsibility to ensure that the helmet is in good condition (check expiration on helmet inner tag). Please make sure your bike is in working condition as well. *This is a "drop **ride**" so please understand the route before you start (and how to get back). As always we will try to stick together & have a fun safe **ride**. We will regroup regularly to allow everyone a chance to ride together.* *Things to have:*** Helmet !!! - *Water to complete the ride or at least to reach the next water stop* - Tools to perform minor repairs -Chain repair linkage - Inner-tube and pump (or the like) - Cellular phone - Food to replenish energy*.* *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 ridein these conditions; however, the ride will not be considered an official club ride. After the ride, please join us at one of the many refueling options available at the finish such as Natural Cafe, Sea Casa, East Coast Bagel, Sprouts Market, etc.. Please remember to park in the area along Westlake Blvd. (between the street and the first driveway aisle) and not in the area in front of the Shops/Market. If we don't respect the requests of the lease tenants, we could be asked to park elsewhere. Remember, if you ride... RIDE GOLD!!!

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CVC Saturday Orange Level Ride -- Saturday July 28th 8:30 AM
by Norman Weir 25 Jul '12

25 Jul '12

CVC Saturday Orange Level Ride -- Saturday July 28th 8:30 AM Meeting at Citibank Parking Lot - Westlake Village -- Westlake Blvd. & Agoura Road (North East Corner) Route: Westlake to PCH returning on Encinal. Weather forecast is for 86 Deg. in TO, at the start the temperature should be in the high 60 Deg. Hi Everyone, On Saturday July 28th. starting at 8:30 AM we are leaving to PCH through Potrero and returning on Encinal, yes we reciently did this ride; however, I am avoiding any routes east of Thousand Oaks in order to reduce heat exposure and have a cooler ride. The first re-group will be at Chanel Island University followed by a stop at Sycamore Cove State Beach for restroom and water; last water stop after the first stinger on Decker. Route: PCH through Potrero to Las Posas to PCH and returning one Encinal Canyon. Reference detailed map and route slip below for details: For a detailed map and route slip, go to: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/781859 Re-grouping Locations: Chanel Island University. Sycamore State Beach for restroom and water Meeting Location: Citibank parking lot promptly at 8:30AM. The Orange Ride is an Intermediate/advanced recreational ride, 40-60 miles in length.It is mandatory to have and ware a helmet. It is not a "no drop ride" but as always let's try to stick together and have a fun, safe ride. Things to have: Lots of Water to maintain hydration. Tools to perform minor repairs. Chain repair linkage. Inner-tubes and inflated device. Cellular phone. Food to replenish energy. Inclement weather policy: In the interest of safety, whenever it is either actively raining or the rideroute 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. Even though we are attempting to offer our coolest ride routes during high heat days, here are some considerations and situations that you should be aware of for riding in the summer heat: 1) Stay hydrated and keep your electrolytes balanced 2) Road surface conditions: asphalt tar & repair drips become semi liquid and especially slippery example: descending Decker/Westlake has multiple places where asphalt cracks have been sealed with tar. Try to ride over them minimizing tire contact and stay more upright to prevent accidents. 3) Goat head thorns have returned carry extra tubes /CO2- and even a patch kit for flat repairs. 4) Be aware of signs of heat exhaustion and offer immediate assistance as applicable. After the ride, please join us at one of the many refueling options available at the finish such as Natural Cafe, Sea Casa, East Coast Bagel, Sprouts Market, etc.. Norm 818 282-2421Please remember to park in the area along Westlake Bl.(between the street and the first driveway aisle) and not in the area in front of the Shops/Market. If we don't respect the requests of the lease tenants, we could be asked to park elsewhere.

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CVC Saturday Purple Ride July 28th 8:30am North Ranch (Short/Long)
by Beth McElhenny 25 Jul '12

25 Jul '12

CVC Saturday Purple Ride July 28th 8:30am North Ranch (clockwise) Meeting at Citibank Parking Lot in Westlake Village Westlake Blvd. & Agoura Road (North East Corner) Routes: North Ranch (clockwise) Short & Long Routes Hey, CVC Purple Riders! This week's Saturday Purple Ride takes us on the North Ranch (clockwise) - with a short return (17 miles) OR a long return (23 miles). The Start has CHANGED, so see the map: 17 Miles: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/1474097 Elevation: + 991 / - 991 ft 23 Miles: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/1474104 Elevation: + 1489 / - 1489 ft For those who don't read the maps: Around Westlake, across Triunfo, Hampshire, Skyline, Hillcrest, up WL Blvd, right on Kanan, down Lindero Canyon OR continue on Kanan, turn LEFT on T.O., then right on Argos, left on Driver, across Cheseboro, right on Agoura Road, allllll theeee waaayy home! BE PREPARED for the HEAT! Bring sunscreen, extra water, and food...it's better to return with extra food/water rather than run out! Things you need for every ride: Helmet-MandatoryWater or Sports DrinkI.D.Cell phoneSpare tubeCO2 cartridge or hand pumpPatch kitRoute slip We will meet at Citibank (corner of Agoura Hills and Westlake), rolling out at 8:30 AM. To see Frequently Asked Questions regarding the Purple Ride, click here: http://www.cvcbike.org/?p=3127 The Purple ride is a beginner club ride with a 12-13 mph average pace but is open to all levels. No one gets dropped and no one is left behind. Please make sure to wear the appropriate riding attire. Please check your bike prior to Sunday and make any necessary repairs. Although the Purple ride is a "no drop" ride, for the enjoyment and safety of the participants, we will keep a 12-14 MPH average. If you feel you are not Purple ready, but want to work up to the Purple level, please contact the Ride Captain who will gladly give you some pointers and advise. We strongly recommend that you come out and meet the riders! The best stepping stone to grow into a Purple rider is to ride around Westlake! When you can sweep those 5 flat miles at a steady 12 to 14 mph pace, and still feel ready for more, then you will be able to handle many of the standard Purple routes. 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. Above all, let's have Fun!! Beth McElhenny 818-207-3186

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CVC Red Ride: Sat, 7-28-12 Hidden Valley-PCH Coast Hwy & return routes
by Jim Doane 25 Jul '12

25 Jul '12

Hi CVC Red Riders: This Sat.'s weather forecast is for another HOT day - hopefully not as HUMID as last week. Here's our club ride committee's strategy for HOT riding days: Even though we are attempting to offer our coolest ride routes during high heat days, some considerations and situations that you should be aware of for riding in high heat in our area: 1) Stay hydrated and be aware to keep your electrolytes balanced 2) Road surface conditions: asphalt tar & repair drips become semi liquid and especially slippery example: descending Decker/Westlake has multiple places where asphalt cracks have been sealed with tar Try to ride over them minimizing tire contact 3) Goat head thorns have returned and caused six flats on this past week's Orange ride carry and extra tube or two - and even a patch kit for flat repairs 4) Be aware of other riders signs of heat exhaustion and offer assistance as applicable So given the above, let's plan another Coast route to mimimize riding in the heat. I noted at last week's red ride that there have been several riders who desire a faster, longer, red ride route. At the beginning of this week's red ride let's see who in our group wants a more challenging route and plan & announce it ahead of time so that we won't confuse anybody. If you have an idea on a challenging route before then, please email back to me and we can announce it ahead of time. Saturday, July 28th, 8:30am Westlake Village Citibank/Sprouts Parking lot: NE corner of Westlake Blvd. & Agoura/Hampshire Rd.'s Westlake-Hidden Valley-Portero Canyon-Coast Route & return ? Here's the route: Loop around Westlake Lake ( from the East side) L on Westlake Blvd R Portero Rd. R Reino Rd. L Lynn/Portrero Continue through Dos Vientos & Portero Canyon 1st Re-group: CSCI College driveway L Hueneme Rd. L Las Posas L PCH 2nd Re-group: Sycamore Beach Park We'll decide there upon return route: Deer Creek Yerba Buena Mulholland Hwy ( maybe this or Decker will be the coolest?) Decker Canyon Encinal Canyon Latigo Canyon See you Sat. 8:30am Jim Doane - CVC Red Ride Captain 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.

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Thursday July 26th - North Ranch Ride (Start Westlake @ 5:30 pm)
by Sherrie Felton 24 Jul '12

24 Jul '12

Come on out and join CVC this Thursday July 26th for the North Ranch Ride. Please see the route slip for details. The Ride starts at 5:30 p.m. ROUTE: North Ranch + optional lake lap cool down. DISTANCE: 20-25 miles. PACE: This is an intermediate level ride that includes both Gold and Orange paces averaging 14+/15+ mph. NO DROPS: I wait for the slowest rider at strategic points along the route. DIRECTIONS TO RIDE START: Triunfo Canyon Rd. in Westlake Village, just west of the Dam (tennis) Club and little yacht club building. From the 101 Freeway, take Lindero Canyon south until it ends at Triunfo. Go right on Triunfo a couple hundred yards. You will see a grassy area where we PICNIC after the ride. Park along the curb. PICNIC: If a QUORUM is present, the Post-Ride Picnic will begin around 7:15 p.m. Please bring something to share: cheese crackers, fruit, olives, pretzels, cookies, whatever; a beverage and something to drink it out of if you don't want to drink it out of the bottle; something to sit on and a warm jacket. Bring your friends, neighbors, relatives, significant others, etc. QUESTIONS: Email me at hatoolah(a)msn.com or call 908-432-3480. SAFETY NOTES: 1. A helmet is mandatory. I.D., water or sports drink, a snack, spare tube(s), CO2 cartridges or hand pump, patch kit, cell phone are recommended. 2. Please do not call out "clear" at intersections. The intersection may not be clear for the rider(s) behind you. 3. If you start with the group but decide to cut the ride short or take a different route, please let me know at a regroup stop or leave me a message (cell: 908-432-3480). 4. Seasonal safety issues: - Be prepared for heat. Stay hydrated. Carry a sports drink or capsules to keep your electrolytes in balance. Drink before you feel thirsty. Know the signs of heat exhaustion and offer assistance if you see another rider exhibiting these signs.- The tar used to repair asphalt roads can become semi-liquid and slippery on hot days. Example: The Decker/Westlake descent has multiple places where asphalt cracks have been sealed with tar. Use caution when riding over these areas in high heat.- Be prepared for flats. The “Goat’s Head” thorn, a.k.a. “Puncture Vine” a.k.a. Tribulus Terrestris, has returned to the roads we cycle on. Club rides are seeing an increase in flats caused by these thorns. Carry an extra tube or two - and even a patch kit for flat repairs. CVC 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. ADDENDUM: Round-the-lakers can start at any time and join us for the picnic at 7:15 p.m. (see note about picnic quorum, above). Regards, Sherrie Felton

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CVC Members Mtg. reminder (MORE INFO on our Guest Speaker)
by henry montalvo 24 Jul '12

24 Jul '12

Hey CVC'rs, It time to meet up again and enjoy our JULY MEMBERS MTG When: Wed, July 25th, 7pm-9pm Where: Westlake Village Library 31220 Oak Crest Dr (Off of Agoura Rd.) We will have special guest speakers... Brett Darrington DC, ATC from *bpd Chiropractic Therapy & Sports Performance ** Brett is going to give away a free Functional Movement Screen (FMS)* *assessment to one of our members. We will draw the name at the meeting, so the winner needs to be present to claim their prize. FMS is a ranking and grading system that documents movement patterns that are key to normal function. By screening these patterns, the FMS readily identifies functional limitations and asymmetries. These are issues that can reduce the effects of functional training and physical conditioning and distort body awareness. * Brett is a USCF licensed Category 2 cyclist, Brett Darrington won the Texas State Road Race Championship and the silver medal in the Arizona State Time Trial as a USCF Master. Brett Darrington has competed in cycling for more than 15 years. Brett owns and manages bpd Chiropractic & Sports Therapy in Westlake Village, California, where he provides a host of services, including manipulative and soft tissue therapies, rehabilitation for sports injuries, nutritional counseling, and custom orthotics. A licensed Certified Athletic Trainer, Brett Darrington has served in numerous positions. He acts as Head Athletic Trainer and Assistant Track and Cross Country Coach/Trainer at Agoura High School. In addition, he serves as Associate Staff Doctor for Huntington Beach’s OP Pro and Gotcha Pro surfing championships, Associate Staff Doctor for various branches of the Association of Volleyball Professionals, and Vice President of the Future Track running club. Brett Darrington also lectures at various high schools to athletic teams and clubs, as well as at marathon clubs and corporate fitness centers. In addition to his professional pursuits, Brett Darrington has belonged to a host of professional organizations during his career, including the National Athletic Trainers’ Association, the American Public Health Association, the California Chiropractic Association, and the American Chiropractic Association Council on Sports Injuries and Physical Fitness.

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CVC Tuesday PM MTB ride 6PM
by Kent Koral 23 Jul '12

23 Jul '12

Hey CVC Mountain Bike Riders, This Tuesday the Intermidiate/Advanced Mountain Bike ride will ride Space Mountain. Park at the trailhead at the south end of Moorpark Rd.. Be ready to ride at 6pm. Routes to be determined. Most of our rides are approximately 8-15 miles and last around 1.5-2 hours. This is an intermediate/advanced paced ride. Lets stay together within our groups, and have a fun safe time. At this point you probably wont need to use a light except in case we get caught out late. After the ride we can visit Draughts on Moorpark Road for some food and refreshments. See you out there. Kent Koral

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Tuesday Evening Novice MTB ride, Los Robles Trail, 6:00pm
by Lee Cole 23 Jul '12

23 Jul '12

CVC Tuesday evening novice MTB ride Meeting this week at Los Robles Trail. End of Moorpark Road, South of the 101 Freeway. Start location: http://goo.gl/maps/KqNt Start time is 6:00pm We will decide the route when we are there. You do not need a fully suspended mountain bike or any particular mountain biking skills. We will help you get going. After we can get some refreshments and catch up on a great ride! See you there! Joan Sauber joan.sauber(a)gmail.com

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