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cvc weekend rides 1/19 & 1/20/19
by Taylor Hodoose 18 Jan '19

18 Jan '19

[image: image.png] *Upcoming Events:* January 28 7:00pm -CVC Members meeting @ TREK 3835 Thousand Oaks Blvd., Unit K, Westlake Village, ca 91362 Saturday January 19th @9:00 am Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map Red David 192/Gilbraltar 62.5 5,258 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/29187507 818-458-8614 Hope Ranch/PCH Orange Kent 192/Gilbraltar 40 4,858 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/29187484 818-802-0826 PCH Gold Sheri Coastal 34 1,324 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/29187557 818-621-1713 Hope Ranch/Return Meeting at Padaro Beach Grill: 3765 Santa Claus Ln, Carpenteria https://www.google.com/maps/place/Padaro+Beach+Grill/@34.403291,-119.551904… Local rides- Saturday January 19th @8:30 Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map Orange Alfonzo Mully/Stunt 42.5 3,939 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/29148515 978-394-7318 7min/Calabasas Sunday January 20th @9:00 am Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map RED Alfonzo Hid Vly/Lynn 34.5 2,498 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/29183320 Orange 978-394-7318 Westlake Social Kay Cornell/Lk Mlbu 23 1,338 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/28584657 818-419-1172 Lobo Cyn/back Question of the week: Do you e-bike? This issue seems to have divided a lot of riders almost as much as disc vs. rim brakes. There are lots of options available, and more each day. You can now get e- mountain bikes, cruising bikes, and road bikes. Whether or not you want to make the plunge, be kind to all our riding brothers and sisters. One day it might be the right choice for you to stay on two wheels. In the meantime, just wave as they float on by. *Safety Tip of the Week:* *Watch Out at Intersections*-When approaching intersections requiring vehicles to yield or stop the lead rider will say “slowing” or “stopping” to alert those behind to the change in speed. Do not call out “clear”. Each cyclist is responsible for verifying that the way is clear before entering the intersection. Signal well and make eye contact with drivers before making a turn or slowing down. *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 · do 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 · 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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Upcoming Dates and Exciting Announcements!
by Sheri Leiken 12 Jan '19

12 Jan '19

CVC Members, As you sit and watch the rain today, I just want to send you a few reminders and send you to a few links. *1. Tomorrow is the last day to order your club clothing. * Please contact me about any immediate basic clothing as I have a few scattered sizes on hand of jerseys and bibs only. If you are interested in ordering, please note that clothing orders arrive approx. 4-6 weeks from the close of the on-line store on Jan. 13th. I would advise you to either try on sizes by arranging with me first, or if you are between sizes, to go one up. They tend to run a little on the smaller size. There are no refunds if the sizes do not fit as these are special order, custom made, so please try on first if any question. To place an order, simply click the link below. All orders will be delivered to your home. *https://hyperthreads.com/team-stores/conejo-valley-cyclists/* <https://hyperthreads.com/team-stores/conejo-valley-cyclists/> *2. Please mark your calendars for the incredible club meeting on Monday, January 28th at Trek Bicycles. * Come hear about upcoming club events and learn about some incredible Trek Travel Vacations (both in U.S. and abroad), including those with your family who may or may not ride. It will be an amazing evening. Arrive early to mingle. There will be amazing snacks and it will be a fun filled evening!!!! - Social hour with refreshments and snacks - 20-minute presentation and Q&A with a Trek Travel representative - Raffle prizes - Special shopping experience of 15% off all in-store parts and accessories on this night only Click the link below for *more information* about the evening and to RSVP. h *ttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/trek-travel-night-for-cvc-at-trek-bicycle-westlake-village-tickets-53403601610* <https://www.eventbrite.com/e/trek-travel-night-for-cvc-at-trek-bicycle-west…> *Code is CVC* *3. I am happy to announce the formation of a community cycling relationship** between The Conejo Valley Cyclists and **the Conejo Valley Triathlon Team!* Founded in 2018, The Conejo Valley Triathlon Team is a non-profit organization and multisport club. We will support each other to create an even more awesome cycling and triathlon community in the Conejo Valley! For more information on the triathlon team, visit https://cvtriathlonteam.com/ <https://cvtriathlonteam.com/?fbclid=IwAR3dGKeeFf2-T73chKmL8oWqQcP-XHywOxyXx…> or their facebook page at Conejo Valley Triathlon Team <https://www.facebook.com/cvtriathlonteam/?ref=gs&__tn__=%2CdK-R-R&eid=ARCRG…> or our facebook page, Conejo Valley Cyclists. Enjoy the rain today, and hopefully will see you tomorrow. Ride Safely on the wet roads, Sheri

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CVC Saturday rides cancelled
by Taylor Hodoose 12 Jan '19

12 Jan '19

Go back to sleep, wake up late, slowly drink a cup of joe. Hopefully the roads will dry up later in the afternoon and you can go out for a spin. Sunday rides still on at this point. Taylor Hodoose 805-390-2200

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cvc weekend rides 1/12 & 1/13/19
by Taylor Hodoose 10 Jan '19

10 Jan '19

[image: image.png] *Upcoming Away Rides:* Jan 19 Red/Gold/Orange Santa Barbara *Upcoming Events:* January 28 7:00pm -CVC Members meeting @ TREK 3835 Thousand Oaks Blvd., Unit K, Westlake Village, ca 91362 With rain in the forecast please check your email prior to meeting at the landing. Depending upon rainfall next week, Santa Barbara ride may also need to be rescheduled. Local rides- Saturday January 12th @8:30 Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map Red Taylor Hidden Vly 51 3,945 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/29159184 805-390-2200 PCH/Yerba Orange Alfonzo Rockstore/up Enc 37 3,959 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/29148515 978-394-7318 TopOW/Lk Shw Gold Lisa 818-535-0862. Mully/7 min 33 1,863 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/5809536 Sharon 818-519-8694 Calabasas return Petros 805-630-8116 Sunday January 13th @9:00 am Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map RED Doug/Susan Hidden Vly 46.5 2,543 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/13083901 Orange 323-806-2002 Santa Rosa/Olsen Social Kay Hidden Vly 28 1,613 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/13084095 818-419-1172 Carlisle Question of the week: Do I need disc brakes? I don’t know Kent, try riding in wet conditions then tell me. Plenty of people still debating this, but a lot of manufacturers are making the decision for us. Personally as a heavier rider, I love em. Safety Tip of the Week: Don't drink and ride. Might as well start off the safety tips with an obvious one. Riding while impaired increases your chances of not having a good ride. *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 · do 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 · 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 Clothing Store Open until Jan. 13th
by president＠cvcbike.org 08 Jan '19

08 Jan '19

Happy New Year CVC Members! I am happy to announce the opening of our clothing store from today until Jan. 13th. Please contact me about any immediate basic clothing as I have a few scattered sizes on hand of jerseys and bibs only. If you are interested in ordering, please note that clothing orders arrive approx. 4-6 weeks from the close of the on line store on Jan. 13th. I would advise you to either try on sizes by arranging with me first, or if you are between sizes, to go one up. They tend to run a little on the smaller size. There are no refunds if the sizes do not fit as these are special order, custom made, so please try on first if any question. To place an order, simply click the link below. All orders will be delivered to your home. https://hyperthreads.com/team-stores/conejo-valley-cyclists/ If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact me. Sincerely, Sheri Leiken

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Sunday rides are on
by Taylor Hodoose 06 Jan '19

06 Jan '19

It looks gloomy, but roads are mostly dry and no new rain falling so CVC rides are on. Be careful of metal surfaces like manhole covers, and painted surfaces (those lane stripes are very slippery). Taylor Hodoose 805-390-2200

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1st and Best Club Meeting of Year Jan. 28th
by Sheri Leiken 04 Jan '19

04 Jan '19

CVC Members, Happy New Year to you all! We are so excited about having our first club meeting of the year for all members of CVC at Trek Bicycles in Westlake! Come hear about upcoming club events and learn about Trek Travel Vacations including those with your family who may or may not ride. It will be an amazing evening. Arrive early to mingle. There will be amazing snacks and it will be a fun filled evening!!!! - Social hour with refreshments and snacks - 20-minute presentation and Q&A with a Trek Travel representative - Raffle prizes - Special shopping experience of 15% off all in-store parts and accessories on this night only Click the link below for more information about the evening and to RSVP. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/trek-travel-night-for-cvc-at-trek-bicycle-west… Code is CVC -- Sheri Leiken CVC President

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cvc weekend rides 1/5 & 1/6/2019
by Taylor Hodoose 04 Jan '19

04 Jan '19

[image: image.png] *Upcoming Away Rides:* Jan 19 Red/Gold/Orange Santa Barbara *Upcoming Events:* January 28 7:00pm -CVC Members meeting @ TREK 3835 Thousand Oaks Blvd., Unit K, Westlake Village, ca 91362 Local rides- Saturday January 5th @8:30 Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map Red Taylor 7 min/Stunt 47 4,946 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/29110353 805-390-2200 Cold Canyon Orange Alfonzo Mully/Stunt 42.5 3,939 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/25022524 978-394-7318 7min/Calabasas Gold Lisa Hid Vly/DoVi 35.5 2,282 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/21202013 818-535-0862 Wildwood/Westlake Sunday January 6th @9:00 am Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map RED Alfonzo Mully/7 min 35.5 2,823 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/2729115 Orange 978-394-7318 back Social Kay Lake Loop 21.5 1,293 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/5963442 818-419-1172 Oak Park/Lindero Question of the week: What goals have you set for 2019? Now’s the time to set your cycling goals for 2019. Climbs not yet conquered, routes that seem too long, a PR that has eluded you. It’s ok to have some private goals that you attempt on your own. You can try these on your own schedule without scrutiny. Some goals are great for sharing. Your fellow riders may have the same ambitions, and it keeps you motivated to achieve the goal. No matter how long you have been riding, or if you think you will never PR again, we can all set attainable and challenging goals. *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 · do 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 · 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 12/29 & 12/30 & 1/1/19
by Taylor Hodoose 27 Dec '18

27 Dec '18

[image: image.png] *Upcoming Away Rides:* Jan 19 Red/Gold/Orange Santa Barbara *Upcoming Events:* January 28 7:00pm -CVC Members meeting @ TREK 3835 Thousand Oaks Blvd., Unit K, Westlake Village, ca 91362 Local rides- Saturday December 29th @8:30 Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map Red Taylor Lindero/Black Cyn 52 3,607 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/24681386 805-390-2200 Valley Cir/Agoura Orange John Potrero/Santa Rosa 46 2,543 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/13083901 805-410-2237 Olson/Erbes Gold Lisa Westlake/Olson 33 1,863 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/13594962 818-535-0862 Long Cyn/Erbes Purple Beth Westlake/Kanan 22 1,101 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/289247 818-535-0862 Agoura Sunday December 30th @9:00 am Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map Red TBD Westlake/dn Encinal 50.5 4,786 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/8092189 Start ahead of go Latigo G.O. Doug Westlake/dn Encinal 50.5 4,786 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/8092189 323-806-2002 Latigo Social Kay Lake Malibu 20 1,188 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/20084988 818-419-1172 Waring Loop [image: image.png] Tuesday January 1st @9:00 am Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map G.O. Alfonzo Lakeview/Kanan 28 1,613 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/13084095 978-394-7318 Grey Rck/Lake Loop Statement of the week: Thank you to all of our CVC ride leaders. Without you volunteering your time, we would be solo cyclists out on the roads, or riding our same routes over again, or lost in time talking at the King Gillette rest rooms without our leaders to tell us it’s time to roll. Be sure to thank your ride leaders, and if you see them a little low on energy, buy them a coffee. It will make them happy, and give them a boost to pull you a little longer. *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 · do 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 · 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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Revised Orange route Sat 12/22
by Taylor Hodoose 21 Dec '18

21 Dec '18

https://ridewithgps.com/routes/29041736 Vern will discuss the change at the beginning of the ride tomorrow. -- Taylor Hodoose 805-390-2200

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