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Club Clothing!
by Sheri Leiken 15 Sep '19

15 Sep '19

As you have read, we are in the process of creating our next CVC kit for 2020! This not only attracts new members to our club, but it also helps us retain the LOOK of a CLUB as we have had for so many years. Members, Be proud of representing this great organization and let's show off our club pride! Lots of ideas and opinions have been thrown out from many of you, and now is your chance to be involved by coming over tomorrow to evaluate the different vendors. Look at cuts, fit, and styles. (Not designs, that is next). What runs too big, what runs too small, which vendor meets the needs of the majority of our club members? Which has the best chamois, which is too short, too expensive, etc. I know I said I was looking for a variety of sized peeps, (and I am!) but, if you want to be involved, please know I want your opinion no matter what size. Your thoughts are important! Please let me know if you can drop by tomorrow evening. (any time between 6 and 7) Let your 2 cents count beforehand!!!!! We need to get everyone back wearing CVC clothing and to show we are proud to be a part of such a great club! Thanks, Sheri

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New Kits
by Sheri Leiken 12 Sep '19

12 Sep '19

Hey All, We are in the process of new kits for some time in the next year. This is a long process and it begins with selecting the right manufacturer. It may be the one we have, and then I have samples from other vendors that the board has narrowed down to. We are NOT at any design phase. I have received interest from many of you wanting to help, but of course most all of you that volunteered are "standard" size and all the same size. What I would like is a team of people representing many different sizes. This is your future kit and you want it to fit you and you want it to feel right and be the best fabric. I have samples that I need to send back, and so I am asking if you are able to come by Monday night and give your 2 cents. Obviously we already have women's small and men's large represented. I have a men's medium represented as well. I would like to fill in representation with those in different sizes from women's(medium, large, xl to men, xl, xxl, 3xl....) AND I want tall people and short, (yes, I know) We want to get everyone covered. Also, those that are seriously into making sure the chamois is right, and care deeply about fabric should let me know. I have a couple of bathrooms and space to try on the different vendors, and *Do NOT* need models, but a fit representation... of what is best for everyone. I am most interested in different sizes giving their input... I would love you to contact me about Monday night. Sheri

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Last Thurs. Pub Ride
by Sheri Leiken 12 Sep '19

12 Sep '19

Let's all meet* at the fountain *at Stonehaus at 5:30. See you there. With the end of summer blues, -- Sheri

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cvc weekend rides 9/14 & 9/15/19
by Taylor Hodoose 12 Sep '19

12 Sep '19

[image: image.png] Local rides- Saturday September 14th @8:00 Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map Red Jim G Westlake/ dn Encinal 52 3,565 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31045614 818-679-4163 PCH/Potrero Orange Alfonzo Agoura/Mully/Stunt 37 4,082 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31080950 787-240-1332 Piuma/Mully Orange Lite Petros Westlake/Lynn/DoVi 40 2,746 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/27648717 805-630-8116 Hidden Valley Gold Lisa 818-535-0862 Hidden Valley/DoVi 30 1,858 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/13971678 Amy Patton Borchard/Green Mdw Sunday September 15th @8:30 am Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map RED Alfonzo Westlake/TO/Hilcrest 33 2,322 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31080973 Orange 787-240-1332 Borchard/Hid Val Social Kay Agoura/Cornell/Mully 23 1,338 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/28584657 818-419-1172 out n back Question of the week: Are you ready for the Tri? Well, with my crash two weeks ago I will not be as “competitive” as I wanted to. I’m going to give my best effort, but have resigned myself to accept that I won’t be at peak form. That does change my approach in a very positive way. Now I'm just going to enjoy the event without the pressure and expectations of placing in my age group. I also get to set a low bar for a ½ Ironman distance that I can improve on the next time. And besides the real reason for doing this is to raise funds for the charity, and I’ve already accomplished that. Safety Tip of the Week:  Announce Hazards-When riding in a tight group, most of the cyclists do not have a good view of the road surface ahead, so it is important to announce holes, gravel, grates, and other hazards. Indicate road hazards by pointing down to the left or right, and by shouting “hole,” “bump,” “pine cone”, etc. Everyone in a group should be made aware of hazards. 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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Final Pub Ride of the Year
by Cliff Scott 10 Sep '19

10 Sep '19

Happy Tuesday, CVCers: The sun is beginning to set too early for the safety of future Pub Rides, so this will be the last Pub Ride of the year. Sad, but true. And I have a conflict for Thursday evening (Carrie Underwood is calling), so your ride will be led - once again - by our esteemed President, Sheri Leiken (thanks, Sheri). I’m saddened to miss this final Pub Ride of the year. The ride will begin at Stonehaus at 5:30 pm. Stonehaus is located at 32039 Agoura Rd, Westlake Village, CA 91361 - on the northeast corner of Agoura Road and Lakeview Canyon Road. Please email Sheri at sheri.membership(a)gmail.com<mailto:sheri.membership@gmail.com> and let her know if you are coming. You should plan on arriving at 5:20 pm at the entrance to Stonehaus. The ride will take off promptly at 5:30, so be sure to arrive a few minutes early, as parking can be challenging on Thursday evenings. THE RIDE WILL NOT WAIT FOR LATE ARRIVALS, so please note the route if you’re not going to arrive on time. Here is the route we’ll be taking: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31078561 This ride is at a social pace, which I understand may have different meanings to some, but if you’re looking for a ride where you can really hammer, this is not it. Also, riding this time of the evening can be challenging (motorists coming home from work, distracted by either their reflections of the day or their anticipations of the evening to come), so it is important for our safety to stay together as a group. Even if you cannot make the ride, plan on being at Stonehaus around 7:00-ish for the fun part. RSVPs are not required, but if you wouldn’t mind letting Sheri know that you’re coming, it would help her do a better job of coordinating the ride. Sheri is looking forward to seeing you on Thursday. Sorry again for not being able to make it this week. Cliff - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - [cid:C8533F5A-5E97-4556-A60F-DDAD386CF63A@home] Cliff Scott The Scott Group 2406 Topsail Circle Westlake Village, CA 91361 (818) 735-7370 office (818) 257-2236 mobile cliffscott(a)scottgroupconsulting.com<mailto:cliffscott@scottgroupconsulting.com>

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cvc weekend rides 9/7 & 9/8/19
by Taylor Hodoose 05 Sep '19

05 Sep '19

[image: image.png] Question of the week: Do I still have time to support my ride director? Yes, two days left click the link and dig deep. https://www.crowdrise.com/o/en/campaign/discovery3/taylorhodoose A modest donation of $20 is a mere .06 cents per day to help this great cause. As Henry Rawlins says: Just do it man! Local rides- Saturday September 7th @8:00 Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map Red Mark Erbes/Norwegian 56 3,546 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31023554 805-390-3071 Balcom/Grimes/Erbes Orange Peter Mully/ Piuma 43 4,548 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31016470 805-390-2525 Stunt/Mully Orange Lite Susan Mully/Stunt 43 3,951 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31029294 770-530-1329 7 min/Calabasas Gold Sharon 818-519-8694 4 Lakes 30.5 1,860 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/18271121 Lisa 818-535-0862 Club Ride Sunday September 8th @8:30 am Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map RED Alfonzo Agoura/Kanan 30 2,095 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31032200 Orange 787-240-1332 Ped/Erbes/Westlake Social Kay Hillcrest/Gainsborough 22.5 1,298 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/30068557 818-419-1172 TO/Agoura Safety Tip of the Week:  Two at The End-For safety and as a courtesy, if the group spreads out, the last two people should adjust their speed to ride as a pair. If either should need assistance, they will have a helping hand. 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 -- Taylor Hodoose 805-390-2200

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See you tonight!
by Sheri Leiken 05 Sep '19

05 Sep '19

Although RSVPs are not required, if you know you are coming this evening, please drop me a quick email if you are coming. It helps the coordination with the restaurant. Tonight's Pub Ride leaves at 5:30 pm from Ladyface. Yes, it will be warm, but it will cool off as we ride into the sunset! The ride is not too long, so come burn some of those legs, those calories... and then of course join us to put some back in. I even hear we have a birthday tonight! 🎂 -- Sheri Sheri.membership(a)gmail.com

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This Week's Pub Ride
by Cliff Scott 03 Sep '19

03 Sep '19

Happy Tuesday, CVCers: This Thursday's Pub Ride will begin at LadyFace Alehouse & Brasserie at 5:30 pm. LadyFace is located at 29281 Agoura Rd, Agoura Hills, CA 91301 - just west of Kanan on the north side of the street (same parking lot as Jack-in-the-Box and Islands). And, as a special treat, the ride will be led by our one and only Madam President - Sheri Leiken. Please email Sheri at Sheri.membership(a)gmail.com<mailto:Sheri.membership@gmail.com> and let her know if you are coming. You should plan on arriving at 5:20 pm at the entrance to LadyFace. We’ll take off promptly at 5:30, so be sure to arrive a few minutes early. WE WILL NOT WAIT FOR LATE ARRIVALS, so please note the route if you’re not going to arrive on time. Here is the route we’ll be taking: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31007745 This ride is at a social pace, which I understand may have different meanings to some, but if you’re looking for a ride where you can really hammer, this is not it. Also, riding this time of the evening can be challenging (motorists coming home from work, distracted by either their reflections of the day or their anticipations of the evening to come), so it is important for our safety to stay together as a group. Even if you cannot make the ride, plan on being there around 7:00-ish for the fun part. RSVPs are not required, but if you wouldn’t mind letting Sheri know that you’re coming, it would help her do a better job of coordinating with the management at LadyFace. Sheri is looking forward to seeing you on Thursday. Cliff - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - [cid:C8533F5A-5E97-4556-A60F-DDAD386CF63A@home] Cliff Scott The Scott Group 2406 Topsail Circle Westlake Village, CA 91361 (818) 735-7370 office (818) 257-2236 mobile cliffscott(a)scottgroupconsulting.com<mailto:cliffscott@scottgroupconsulting.com>

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Local Gold ride Saturday 8/31/19
by Taylor Hodoose 29 Aug '19

29 Aug '19

Tex will be leading a local Gold ride Saturday at 8:00am meeting at the landing. https://ridewithgps.com/routes/1033071 35 miles, 2621' climbing. Don't be late, the Texan won't wait. -- Taylor Hodoose 805-390-2200

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cvc weekend rides 8/31 & 9/1/19
by Taylor Hodoose 29 Aug '19

29 Aug '19

[image: image.png] Away Rides-Saturday August 31st @8:30 am Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map Orange Gold Sheri Seacliff/Gobenador 46 2,455 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/30944608 818-621-1713 Pershing Park/SB/back Meeting at SeaCliff start of bike path, street parking https://goo.gl/maps/mwX5MQsWHpBjkw559 Local rides- Saturday August 31st @8:00 Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map Red Jen Westlake/dn Encinal/PCH 47 4,228 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/30961210 805-558-3428 Mully/Little Syc Orange Jen Westlake/dn Encinal/PCH 47 4,228 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/30961210 805-558-3428 Mully/Little Syc Sunday September 1st @8:30 am Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map RED Alfonzo King Gilette 33 2,490 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/27795651 Orange 787-240-1332 Lobo Canyon Social Kay Westlake/Kanan 20 1,097 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/17136221 818-419-1172 Agoura Labor Day-Monday September 9th @8:30 am Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map Alfonzo Agoura/Calabasas 34.5 3,063 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/30978807 [image: image.png] 787-240-1332 Ol Top/Mully/Cornell Question of the week: Why did our ride director share his mishap last weekend? Because it can and does happen to all of us. A little embarrassing, but we need to be cautious all the time. Just a mile prior I was thinking about the debris in the road and happy I have not gotten a flat tire in a while. I may have even picked up the little wire that caused the slow leak at that exact moment. Let’s share our experiences so that we can all build a knowledge base and hopefully avoid the incidents that we can. Safety Tip of the Week:  Ride One or Two Across-Ride single file or double file as appropriate to the roadway and traffic conditions and where allowed by law. Even where riding double is legal, courtesy dictates that you single up when cars are trying to pass you if the lane is wide enough for them to safely do so. 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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