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Wed. Ride NEW TIME 3:45!
by Sheri Leiken 06 Mar '17

06 Mar '17

Welcome to the beginning of Spring! We get a beautiful day on Wednesday and will be able to push a little later. Pub rides start in May to June. For now, let's stick to the 3:45 start time! We may have some breeze, so be ready! It will be incredible as the afternoon moves along. Great day for that mid-week stretch! Rides are about 20-22 miles for now. Gold+ pace. Come out and join! 3:45!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! See you close to the entrance of the parking lot. (It's ok in the afternoon!) Sheri 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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CVC Tuesday Nite Novice MTB
by Kent Koral 06 Mar '17

06 Mar '17

Hi All, This week we are finally going to get to ride Cheseboro. We will take a different approach to the top of Shepard's flat by going via Cheseboro Ridge Trail which is all fire road instead of Palo Camado to Overlook Trail (which is a pretty trenched out single track down to the flats after all this rain). It is a pretty ride, although a smidge more climbing, but well worth it (i know, its dark, but you can see the views through dusk....). We will meet a the Cheseboro lower parking lot near the N end of Cheseboro Cyn rd. at 6PM for a 6:10 start. Don't be late....give extra time to get to the start due to traffic. As usual, bring helmet, light, water, and spares. See you tomorrow. Kent Koral (818) 802-0826

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looks clear-ish this morning
by Bart Ziegler 05 Mar '17

05 Mar '17

Hey CVC, I'm looking at dry roads this morning. There is a chance of rain later and winds, but I'm hoping it's minor, if anything. Let's ride, Bart Ziegler CVC Ride Director

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CVC Club Meeting March 13th Like no other....
by Sheri Leiken 03 Mar '17

03 Mar '17

Image result for conejo valley cycling club We are excited to announce that Sports Academy will be hosting our CVC monthly meeting on Monday, March 13th at 7:00pm. Following our traditional club meeting, Sports Academy's staff will be providing our members with an interactive tour of their 96,000 sq. ft. campus and resources relevant to cycling athletes. Each CVC member who attends will receive a complimentary class or session of their choice! Tour Overview Sports Performance (strength & endurance training) * training methodology using sports science and technology to track progress and development * How upper & lower body strength/core training creates a stronger support system, improves muscular endurance on the bike, and prevents injuries Integrated Sports Medicine (recovery/rehab) * Overview of medical practitioners and recovery/rehab resources * Specific recovery options to help recovery from long rides i.e. normatech, hot-stem/cold-stem, cryotherapy Biomechanics Lab (performance assessments & injury profiling) * Overview of biomechanics lab and motion-capture system * How biomechanics can be utilized to assess cycling performance and injury prevention Nutrition and Vitality Lab * long-term diet & pre-workout/post-workout nutrition * Overview of cutting-edge testing and customized solutions in vitality lab Mind-Body Fit Center (yoga for cyclists) * How yoga enhances the body and mind that leads to greater aerobic strength, flexibility and focus. * Integrating yoga into training program to increase cycling performance and prevent injuries <http://sportsacademy.us/> Sports Academy logo 1011 Rancho Conejo Blvd. | Thousand Oaks, CA 91320

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Cvc Ride Announcement, Week March 2 - 9
by Bart Ziegler 02 Mar '17

02 Mar '17

Weekend Ride Route Summary SATURDAY All rides meet & depart from "The Landing" parking lot at the South End of Westlake Lake. Please park in the middle lanes away from the homes on the East side of the lot. 8:30am at The Landing Red Ride, Leader: Taylor Hodoose Westlake, Encinal and Latigo: Triunfo/Westlake/HIdden Valley/PCH/Mulholland/Encinal/PCH/Latigo/Mulholland/Decker Route link: <https://ridewithgps.com/routes/17081955> Note: this is a challenging route with 75 miles and 6300 feet of climbing. Bring extra nutrition and be prepared for a long day of riding. This will be a moderate pace and we will keep everyone together. Orange Ride, Leader: John McIntyre Simi Lost Canyon Loop: Lindero/Lakeview/TO/Westlake/Los Arboles/Erbes/Sunset/Olson/Royal/Erringer/Lost Canyon/Tierra Rejada/Sunset Valley Route Link: <https://ridewithgps.com/routes/17346319> Gold Ride, Leader: Sharon Campise and Petros Vasiliou Grimes Canyon: Lindero/Lakeview/TO/Westlake/Arboles/Erbes/Pederson/Norwegian/Tierra Rejada/Grimes/Broadway/Spring/Reed Bypass/Sunset/Old Conejo Route link: <https://ridewithgps.com/routes/1162266> Purple/Newcomer's Ride, Leader: Bart Ziegler Hidden Valley Stables: Triunfo/Westlake/Lake Sherwood/Potrero/Hidden Valley/Return Route link: <https://ridewithgps.com/routes/5456542> SUNDAY All rides meet & depart from "The Landing" parking lot at the South End of Westlake Lake. Please park in the middle lanes away from the homes on the East side of the lot. 9:00am at The Landing. Red Ride, Leader: Alfonso Canella Hidden Valley and Mulholland: Triunfo/Westlake/Lake Sherwood/Hidden Valley/Lynn/Las Posas/PCH/Mulholland/Decker Route link: <https://ridewithgps.com/routes/19170243> G.O. Ride, Leader: Bart Ziegler Simi Valley and Box Canyon: Lakeview/TO/Westlake/Arboles/Erbes/Olsen/Pederson/Olson/Royal/First/Fitzgerald/Royal/LA/Santa Suzanna/Box Canyon/Valley Circle/Agoura Route link: <https://ridewithgps.com/routes/19141115> Social Ride, Leader: Kay Fields Westlake and Oak Park: Lindero/Townsgate/Lakeview/TO/Westlake/Valley Spring/Lindero/TO/Argos/Driver/Agoura Road Route link: <https://ridewithgps.com/routes/8649302> WEEKLY ANNOUNCEMENT Hey CVC, The weekend weather looks great on Saturday, with a slight chance of rain on Sunday. If you do ride in the rain or wet conditions, watch your speed, especially on corners and descents. I will send an update email on Sunday morning around 6 AM. On Saturday, we have four rides. The Red Ride is doing a challenging "Nosco Training" ride down Potrero, up Mulholland, down Encinal and up Latigo. The Orange ride is heading for Simi Valley to do a Lost Canyon loop and back through the Reed Bypass. The Gold ride is doing Grimes Canyon in Moorpark and coming back over Erbes and Old Conejo. We also have a fun Purple and Newcomer's Ride doing a nice cruise out Hidden Valley to the horse stable and back. On Sunday, we've got three rides dodging the clouds. The Red Ride is headed to the beach over Potrero and will return back up Mulholland. The G.O. Ride is doing a nice loop around Simi Valley, over Santa Suzanna and Box Canyon before returning through Calabasas. And the social ride is going to do Westlake and a return through Oak Park and Chesboro. We've also got midweek rides Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, including a Tuesday night mountain bike ride, a Wednesday afternoon spin with Sheri and destination rides Tuesday and Thursday mornings. When riding with your groups, please be very verbal and watch for debris in the bike lanes. Always warn riders behind you of everything approaching! You are their eyes when you are on the front. Our Purple and Newcomer rides are getting a good turn-out. Please help spread the word and bring friends! Our next ride and class is scheduled for this Saturday. Come join us and bring family and friends. Easy cruise ride for all ride levels. Let me know if I can help with anything bike or ride-related. I always have extra gear, nutrition, supplies and my toolbox, pump, etc. And let's ride! Bart Ziegler Ride Director Conejo Valley Cyclists UPCOMING EVENTS Saturday, March 11th Away ride: Solvang Century. Amazing event just north of Santa Barbara. We will have a couple groups doing the metric and full century options. We will also offer a couple local rides from Westlake that day. Drop me a line if you'd like to go and join us. More information at: http://bikescor.com/ Monday, March 13th Monthly Club Meeting, 7:00pm We are excited to announce that Sports Academy will be hosting. Full tour of huge athletic facility to follow regular meeting, and gift of class or session of your choice! 1011 Rancho Conejo Blvd Thousand Oaks, CA 91320 Saturday, May 6 Annual CVC Members Spring Charity Club Ride and Picnic! This special day begins at Thousand Oaks Community Park and rides begin at 8:00 and 8:30 · Pre-paid registration includes route slips with 2 new routes of 50 and 75 miles, (with an option to shorten the 50), and 1-2 supported regroup stops, along with SAG support · Post-ride celebration will continue at the park and will include lunch from a gourmet food truck, music, a silent auction, and fun! · This is YOUR ride, YOUR Day, You Own it, so please sign up now and be a part of the club you ride with and support! · A $65 minimum donation allows us cover expenses and still donate to a local charity · We will not have any official CVC club rides on May 6th as we are encouraging everyone to participate and support our annual fundraiser and official spring picnic. · We will pre-sale extra lunches at $20/adults and $10/children under 12. · There will be NO “DAY OF” registration. YOU MUST BE PRE-REGISTERED TO PARTICIPATE. REGISTRATION WILL CLOSE APPROXIMATELY 1 WEEK PRIOR TO THE EVENT. · https://www.bikereg.com/cvc-benefit-picnic-ride (password: BENEFIT) REGULAR WEEKLY CLUB RIDES Tuesday: Morning Ride - Leaders Susan Ashby and Kent Kilgore 9:00am at The Landing parking lot. Santa Rosa route. Route link: <https://ridewithgps.com/routes/13083901> Come and join us. No rider gets left behind. Evening Ride - Leader Kent Koral Beginner mountain bike rides. Bring your lights and your laughs. Look for Kent's announcements for locations and meetups. Wednesday: Ride Leader - Sheri Leiken 3:30pm at The Landing parking lot. Please join us for a mid-week ride Wednesday afternoon. Route to be determined at start. This is a Gold+ pace ride of approx. 20-25 miles. Thursday: Morning Ride - Leaders Susan Ashby and Kent Kilgore 9:00am at The Landing parking lot. Rock Store route. There will also be an option to do just Malibu Lake. Route link: <https://ridewithgps.com/routes/18374660> Come and join us. No rider gets left behind. SAFETY REMINDERS If there is a marked bike lane, cyclists may ride shoulder to shoulder. Single file otherwise. There is no three or four abreast at any time while moving.If you are wearing a CVC kit, you represent the club, so please be sure to follow the rules of the road. When riding with CVC, you agree to: * Wear a helmet and ensure my bike is in good working order. * Ride to the right, pass on the left. * Ride in the bike lane (where available) and signal when moving into another lane. * Ride no more than two abreast in the bike lane, single file on narrow roads, and avoid "Swarming" (bunching up and multiplying the chance of accidents) * Call out and point if I see a traffic hazard * Respect ALL traffic laws and the rights of all autos, bicycles, and pedestrians* Ride predictably and remind other to be safe * Be a bicycling ambassador PARKING Please remember when parking at The Landing for any weekend morning rides to park and congregate towards the far end of the lot away from the street and use the middle row. Do not park next to the homes. ADDITIONAL NOTES The Purple ride is considered a no drop. Having said that, please note that if you are falling behind or slower than the average pace, you may be dropped. All rides not asterisked are considered a "drop ride" so please understand the route before you start (and how to get back). If you get to a regrouping spot and no one is there, consider yourself dropped. As always, we will try to stick together and have a fun, safe ride. We will regroup regularly to allow everyone a chance to ride together. If for any reason you leave a group ride, please pass along the information to the ride leader. 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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Wed. ride cancel
by Sheri Leiken 28 Feb '17

28 Feb '17

I have a ropes course, climbing, team building I need to attend, and I will not be able to make it Wednesday. Feel free to ride away into the beautiful day without me. Sheri

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Benefit Ride Log in
by Sheri Leiken 27 Feb '17

27 Feb '17

Sorry, forgot this very important piece of information! You need a password to register. https://www.bikereg.com/cvc-benefit-picnic-ride Password =Benefit Sorry, Sheri

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CVC Picnic & Ride Benefit Registration Open
by Sheri Leiken 27 Feb '17

27 Feb '17

Calling all CVC'ers, On Saturday, May 6th, we will launch our new charitable event, "Conejo Valley Cyclists Benefit Picnic & Ride"; a members' event for CVC members by CVC members. All members will be able to participate and enjoy the fun. This event will focus on the one thing that has been the glue of our great club for more than four decades. CVC Club Camaraderie. For this event to be a success, we need everyone to be involved. We want your friends and family to be involved as a volunteer whether it be rest stops, SAG, or helping to set up the picnic. With this "members only" event, we need you to sign up soon, so we can have the best ride and celebration ready for you! . This special day begins at Thousand Oaks Community Park and rides begin at 8:00 and 8:30 . Pre-paid registration includes route slips with 2 new routes of 50 and 75 miles, (with an option to shorten the 50), and 1-2 supported regroup stops, along with SAG support . Post-ride celebration will continue at the park and will include lunch from a gourmet food truck, music, a silent auction, and fun! . This is YOUR ride, YOUR Day, You Own it, so please sign up now and be a part of the club you ride with and support! . A $65 minimum donation allows us cover expenses and still donate to a local charity . We will not have any official CVC club rides on May 6th as we are encouraging everyone to participate and support our annual fundraiser and official spring picnic. . We will pre-sale extra lunches at $20/adults and $10/children under 12. . There will be NO "DAY OF" registration. YOU MUST BE PRE-REGISTERED TO PARTICIPATE. REGISTRATION WILL CLOSE APPROXIMATELY 1 WEEK PRIOR TO THE EVENT. . https://www.bikereg.com/cvc-benefit-picnic-ride As cyclists, our reasons for riding are many: beautiful scenery, managing stress, setting and achieving goals, staying fit, socializing, etc. On May 6th, we will add the purpose of giving back to our reasons for riding by donating to the local community and the sport we all love. There will soon be a brief survey coming via email to help choose where CVC's donations will be directed and which charities we want to support. As a CVC member, I want you to know that this is a ride for YOU & a day for YOU to help make the Conejo Valley and the Cycling Community stronger. Our goal is to limit the volunteers to provide a greater per rider donation to charity, to involve the members in the decision making process, and keep CVC's commitment to give back to the local community and the sport we all love. For this event to succeed, you must OWN IT, so please sign up now and be a part of the club you ride with and support! Again, there will be a $65 minimum donation to participate in the "Conejo Valley Cyclists Benefit Picnic & Ride". There will also be extra lunches available for PRE-SALE Only ($20 for adults, and $10 for children). Ready to sign up now and help make a difference in our community? Click the link below for easy log in and sign up! As always, there will be a place to make extra donations. https://www.bikereg.com/cvc-benefit-picnic-ride Sincerely, Your CVC Crew

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CVC Tues Nite Novice MTB
by Kent Koral 27 Feb '17

27 Feb '17

Hi All, now that we are getting a bit of a respite from the rain, we can get back out and ride. This week the CVC Tuesday MTB night ride will meet at Wendy and Potrero and ride Dos Vientos. We will meet at 6 PM and ride at 6:10. Make sure those batteries are charged, and you have your spares and water. See you out on the road or trail. Kent Koral (818) 802-0826

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Rain rain go away
by Bart Ziegler 26 Feb '17

26 Feb '17

Good morning CVC, Looks like the rain is drizzling and the roads are wet. We'll have to call today's rides off officially. Rest up and hopefully this rainy season is behind us (at least for the weekends). Be safe out there. And let's ride, Bart Ziegler CVC Ride Director

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