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Wed. Afternoon Ride
by Sheri L 24 Feb '20

24 Feb '20

Promising to be a beautiful pre-spring day Wednesday. Looking forward to another ride with the Wednesday afternoon group. See you then for about a 14 avg. ride and about 20 miles. You know the time... 3:33 at the Landing. -- Sheri

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Sat. gold+ Orange Light route
by Sheri L 22 Feb '20

22 Feb '20

Here ya go! https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31985566 Kent Koral (818) 802-0826 -- Sheri

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Sat. ride, late call
by Sheri L 22 Feb '20

22 Feb '20

Hey, anyone interested.... a group is coming together for a ride leaving from the landing at 9:30! Clearing up and looks beautiful! Meeting at the landing at 9:30. -- Sheri

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**revised** added Sunday Gravel-CVC weekend rides 2/22 & 2/23/20
by Taylor Hodoose 21 Feb '20

21 Feb '20

[image: image.png] *Upcoming Events:* May 2nd CVC Annual Benefit ride http://www.cvcbike.org/picnic--benefit-ride.html *Gravel ride on following Sunday's* March 15,22,29 April 5,12 Saturday February 22nd @9:00 am Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map Red Taylor Ventura/Ojai 72 4,349 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31956116 805-390-2200 Casitas/Carpenteria/PCH Orange Vern Ventura/Ojai 45 2,693 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31956085 Casitas/Carpenteria/PCH Orange Lite Petros Ventura/Ojai 45 2,693 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31956085 805-630-8116 Casitas/Carpenteria/PCH Gold Sharon 818-519-8694 Ventura/Ojai 40 1,866 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/5878174 Lisa 818-535-0862 back Meeting at Museum of Ventura County parking lot. 98 E Santa Clara St. https://www.google.com/maps/place/98+E+Santa+Clara+St,+Ventura,+CA+93001/@3… Bring cash for any lunch stops Local rides- Saturday February 22nd @8:30 Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map Orange Alfonzo Westlake/Dn Encinal 33 3,433 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31962223 787-240-1332 PCH/Mully/Westlake Sunday February 23rd @9:00 am Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map Red TBD Hid Vly/DoVi 36 2,699 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31962189 Syc Cyn/Potrero Orange Alfonzo Hid Vly/DoVi 36 2,699 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31962189 Gold 787-240-1332 Syc Cyn/Potrero Social Kay Cornell/Lake Malibu 23.5 1,338 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/28584657 818-419-1172 Lobo Cyn/Back Sunday February 23rd @9:00 am Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map Gravel Rob Kass Chesbro/Malibu Creek 38 3,578 https://www.strava.com/routes/23986078 Backbone Question of the week: How can I avoid crashing? The only way to truly avoid a crash is to not ride. The club had a bad crash last weekend involving two riders on the red ride, and I don’t think there was much they could have done to avoid it. I did not see it unfold, but the basic details were punctured tires due to rocks in the road, while traveling along PCH. I feel terrible for the riders, but am compelled to mention the incident, hoping we can take pause and ride as safely as possible. As a reminder: 1. 1. Watch for road debris, and call it out loudly 1. 2. Leave yourself room if evasive maneuvers are necessary 1. 3. Be sure to carry ID and emergency contacts on you (like a Road ID) 2. 4. Navigate around obstacles, not through them Safety Tip of the Week:  Stay on the right side <http://www.marc.org/bikeped/sharetheroad.htm> of the lane-Ride in a single-file line with other cyclists (not two or three abreast) if the street is too narrow for cars to pass. Cyclists are allowed to ride in the middle of the lane to increase visibility. Keep an eye out for parked cars (or rather, doors from parked cars opening into the street). Avoid the dreaded door-into-cyclist snafu by staying a little bit closer to the center of the street if there are parked cars. Also, move towards the left side of the lane when turning left. Stay out of drivers’ blind spots <http://www.mto.gov.on.ca/english/pubs/cycling-guide/section3.3.shtml>, especially at traffic lights or stop signs. 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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CVC Weekend rides 2/22 & 2/23/20
by Taylor Hodoose 20 Feb '20

20 Feb '20

[image: image.png] *Upcoming Events:* May 2nd CVC annual Benefit ride *Gravel ride on following Sunday's* March 15,22,29 April 5,12 **AWAY RIDES**Saturday February 22nd @9:00 am Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map Red Taylor Ventura/Ojai 72 4,349 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31956116 805-390-2200 Casitas/Carpenteria/PCH Orange Vern Ventura/Ojai 45 2,693 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31956085 Casitas/Carpenteria/PCH Orange Lite Petros Ventura/Ojai 45 2,693 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31956085 805-630-8116 Casitas/Carpenteria/PCH Gold Sharon 818-519-8694 Ventura/Ojai 40 1,866 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/5878174 Lisa 818-535-0862 back Meeting at Museum of Ventura County parking lot. 98 E Santa Clara St. https://www.google.com/maps/place/98+E+Santa+Clara+St,+Ventura,+CA+93001/@3… Bring cash for any lunch stops Local rides- Saturday February 22nd @8:30 Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map Orange Alfonzo Westlake/Dn Encinal 33 3,433 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31962223 787-240-1332 PCH/Mully/Westlake Sunday February 23rd @9:00 am Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map Red TBD Hid Vly/DoVi 36 2,699 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31962189 Syc Cyn/Potrero Orange Alfonzo Hid Vly/DoVi 36 2,699 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31962189 Gold 787-240-1332 Syc Cyn/Potrero Social Kay Cornell/Lake Malibu 23.5 1,338 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/28584657 818-419-1172 Lobo Cyn/Back Question of the week: How can I avoid crashing? The only way to truly avoid a crash is to not ride. The club had a bad crash last weekend involving two riders on the red ride, and I don’t think there was much they could have done to avoid it. I did not see it unfold, but the basic details were punctured tires due to rocks in the road, while traveling along PCH. I feel terrible for the riders, but am compelled to mention the incident, hoping we can take pause and ride as safely as possible. As a reminder: 1. 1. Watch for road debris, and call it out loudly 1. 2. Leave yourself room if evasive maneuvers are necessary 1. 3. Be sure to carry ID and emergency contacts on you (like a Road ID) Safety Tip of the Week:  Stay on the right side <http://www.marc.org/bikeped/sharetheroad.htm> of the lane-Ride in a single-file line with other cyclists (not two or three abreast) if the street is too narrow for cars to pass. Cyclists are allowed to ride in the middle of the lane to increase visibility. Keep an eye out for parked cars (or rather, doors from parked cars opening into the street). Avoid the dreaded door-into-cyclist snafu by staying a little bit closer to the center of the street if there are parked cars. Also, move towards the left side of the lane when turning left. Stay out of drivers’ blind spots <http://www.mto.gov.on.ca/english/pubs/cycling-guide/section3.3.shtml>, especially at traffic lights or stop signs. 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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Wed. Afternoon Ride
by Sheri L 17 Feb '20

17 Feb '20

See you at 3:33 THIS Wednesday for an afternoon HumpDay ride to enjoy midweek! Meet you in the parking lot of the landing for an approx. 19-21 mile ride at pace of avg. about 14-15..mph,,, If you haven't tried it, come on out and join! 3:33 on Wednesdays... (Yeah, I shoot for 3:30) -- Sheri

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May 2nd | CVC Benefit Ride & Picnic - Registrations are now OPEN!
by Cliff Scott 16 Feb '20

16 Feb '20

[Picture] Hi All. Registrations are now OPEN for the 4th Annual CVC Picnic & Benefit Ride, scheduled for Saturday, May 2nd. You can find out more information by clicking HERE<http://www.cvcbike.org/picnic--benefit-ride.html>. And you can register NOW by clicking HERE<https://www.bikereg.com/44771/CVC-Benefit-Picnic--Ride-Thousand-Oaks-CA>. Here are 7 reasons you cannot afford to miss out on this special event: 1. This is our only major Fundraiser of the year. Your participation enables CVC to perpetuate everything you enjoy as a CVC member. 2. The Picnic & Benefit Ride is a significant Member Benefit. We will only accept 200 registrations, and if last year’s demand is any indication, only CVC members will be able to attend. 3. This event raises money for Local Charities, helping us to give back and enhance the Conejo Valley and the Cycling community. 4. This is an opportunity for everyone to celebrate all the goodness, camaraderie and friendship that CVC inspires. 5. Included in your registration fee is a gourmet lunch and access to the beer garden and silent auction following the ride. 6. There will be no other CVC rides scheduled on May 2nd, so what else are you going to do that day? 7. 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. We will be offering three rides that day: * A 25-mile route that wraps around the Conejo Valley, encompassing some of the most enjoyable riding terrain our community has to offer. * A 50-mile route that takes riders down to PCH and back through the Santa Monica Canyons. * A 75-mile route that expands the 50-mile challenge by adding on mileage through Moorpark and Somis. Your minimum donation of $70 enables you to attend this spectacular event, and includes: * A Commemorative T-shirt * Music and Festivities following the ride * A Gourmet Lunch from the Pickles & Peas Mediterranean LunchTruck * Access to The Beer Garden * Silent Auction So REGISTER NOW by clicking HERE<https://www.bikereg.com/44771/CVC-Benefit-Picnic--Ride-Thousand-Oaks-CA>. Many thanks, Sheri Leiken, CVC President The CVC Board The Picnic Ride & Benefit Committee

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May 2nd | CVC Benefit Ride & Picnic - Registrations are now OPEN!
by Cliff Scott 16 Feb '20

16 Feb '20

Here is a DRAFT, for your review and call me to discuss any comments… - - - - - - - - - - [Picture] Hi All. Registrations are now OPEN for the 4th Annual CVC Picnic & Benefit Ride, scheduled for Saturday, May 2nd. You can find out more information by clicking HERE<http://www.cvcbike.org/picnic--benefit-ride.html>. And you can register NOW by clicking HERE<https://www.bikereg.com/44771/CVC-Benefit-Picnic--Ride-Thousand-Oaks-CA>. Here are 7 reasons you cannot afford to miss out on this special event: 1. This is our only major Fundraiser of the year. Your participation enables CVC to perpetuate everything you enjoy as a CVC member. 2. The Picnic & Benefit Ride is a significant Member Benefit. We will only accept 200 registrations, and if last year’s demand is any indication, only CVC members will be able to attend. 3. This event raises money for Local Charities, helping us to give back and enhance the Conejo Valley and the Cycling community. 4. This is an opportunity for everyone to celebrate all the goodness, camaraderie and friendship that CVC inspires. 5. Included in your registration fee is a gourmet lunch and access to the beer garden and silent auction following the ride. 6. There will be no other CVC rides scheduled on May 2nd, so what else are you going to do that day? 7. 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. We will be offering three rides that day: * A 25-mile route that wraps around the Conejo Valley, encompassing some of the most enjoyable riding terrain our community has to offer. * A 50-mile route that takes riders down to PCH and back through the Santa Monica Canyons. * A 75-mile route that expands the 50-mile challenge by adding on mileage through Moorpark and Somis. Your minimum donation of $70 enables you to attend this spectacular event, and includes: * A Commemorative T-shirt * Music and Festivities following the ride * A Gourmet Lunch from the Pickles & Peas Mediterranean LunchTruck * Access to The Beer Garden * Silent Auction So REGISTER NOW by clicking HERE<https://www.bikereg.com/44771/CVC-Benefit-Picnic--Ride-Thousand-Oaks-CA>. Many thanks, Sheri Leiken, CVC President The CVC Board The Picnic Ride & Benefit Committee

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May 2nd | CVD Benefit Ride & Picnic - Registrations are now OPEN!
by Cliff Scott 16 Feb '20

16 Feb '20

Here is a DRAFT, for your review and call me to discuss any comments… - - - - - - - - - - [Picture] Hi All. Registrations are now OPEN for the 4th Annual CVC Picnic & Benefit Ride, scheduled for Saturday, May 2nd. You can find out more information by clicking HERE<http://www.cvcbike.org/picnic--benefit-ride.html>. And you can register NOW by clicking HERE<https://www.bikereg.com/44771/CVC-Benefit-Picnic--Ride-Thousand-Oaks-CA>. Here are 7 reasons you cannot afford to miss out on this special event: 1. This is our only major Fundraiser of the year. Your participation enables CVC to perpetuate everything you enjoy as a CVC member. 2. The Picnic & Benefit Ride is a significant Member Benefit. We will only accept 200 registrations, and if last year’s demand is any indication, only CVC members will be able to attend. 3. This event raises money for Local Charities, helping us to give back and enhance the Conejo Valley and the Cycling community. 4. This is an opportunity for everyone to celebrate all the goodness, camaraderie and friendship that CVC inspires. 5. Included in your registration fee is a gourmet lunch and access to the beer garden and silent auction following the ride. 6. There will be no other CVC rides scheduled on May 2nd, so what else are you going to do that day? 7. 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. We will be offering three rides that day: * A 25-mile route that wraps around the Conejo Valley, encompassing some of the most enjoyable riding terrain our community has to offer. * A 50-mile route that takes riders down to PCH and back through the Santa Monica Canyons. * A 75-mile route that expands the 50-mile challenge by adding on mileage through Moorpark and Somis. Your minimum donation of $70 enables you to attend this spectacular event, and includes: * A Commemorative T-shirt * Music and Festivities following the ride * A Gourmet Lunch from the Pickles & Peas Mediterranean LunchTruck * Access to The Beer Garden * Silent Auction So REGISTER NOW by clicking HERE<https://www.bikereg.com/44771/CVC-Benefit-Picnic--Ride-Thousand-Oaks-CA>. Many thanks, Sheri Leiken, CVC President The CVC Board The Picnic Ride & Benefit Committee

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CVC Weekend rides 2/15 & 2/16/20
by Taylor Hodoose 13 Feb '20

13 Feb '20

[image: image.png] *Upcoming Events:* May 2nd CVC annual Benefit ride Saturday Feb 22 Away ride-Ojai *Gravel ride on following Sunday's* February 23 March 15,22,29 April 5,12 Local rides- Saturday February 15th @8:30 Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map Red Taylor Westlake/dn Latigo 56 5,619 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/26711987 805-390-2200 PCH/Yerba/Westlake Orange Alfonzo Agoura/Rock Store 41 4,370 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31911927 787-240-1332 Dn Encinal/PCH/Mully Orange Lite Petros Mully/Stunt/Fernwood 44 4,358 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/4301009 805-630-8116 Old Top/Calabasas Gold Sharon 818-519-8694 Cornell/Rock Store/Mully 30 2,319 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/28221745 Lisa 818-535-0862 Carlisle/Westlake Sunday February 16th @9:00 am Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map Red TBD Agoura/Kanan/Westlake 40 3,097 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31833013 Erbes/Lynn/Hid Val Orange Alfonzo Agoura/Kanan/Westlake 40 3,097 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31833013 Gold 787-240-1332 Erbes/Lynn/Hid Val Social Kay Reyes/Lindero 21 1,131 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/29174187 818-419-1172 Kanan/Agoura Sunday February 16th @9:00 am Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map Gravel Rob Kass Rock Store/Backbone 31 3,712 https://www.strava.com/routes/23843727 Westlake Question of the week: Did you watch Phil crush your Westlake climb pr? If you didn’t see it, here’s the link: https://www.youtube.com/watch? v=3563UTHMZZg Phil’s time was 7:24, average power 446 watts. That’s pretty quick. It’s fun video to watch, and see an ex pro on the same climb we do. Safety Tip of the Week:  See and Be Seen-Whether daytime, dawn, dusk, foul weather, or at night, you need to be seen by others. Wearing white has not been shown to make you more visible. Rather, always wear neon, fluorescent, or other bright colors when riding day or night. Also wear something that reflects light, such as reflective tape or markings, or flashing lights. Remember, just because you can see a driver doesn’t mean the driver can see you. Make eye contact with other road users, especially at junctions, then you know they’ve seen you. 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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