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This weeks CVC rides
by jerry blkdog.net 22 Oct '25

22 Oct '25

[Conejo Valley Cyclists] Saturdays rides start at the Landing and Sundays at Starbucks Remote start this Saturday for the Orange Light and Gold rides Directions to this start at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church https://maps.app.goo.gl/WB13nd1V2tbf5m96A This week's safety message: Stay In Sight: Smarter Road Position for Cyclists Most bike-car crashes come from in front of the cyclist-at intersections and driveways, not from behind. Right Hook A driver passes and turns right in front of you-often underestimating your speed. Prevent it: Ride far enough into the lane that cars must change lanes to pass. This makes drivers pause and usually wait until you clear the turn. Left Cross A driver turns left into your path because you're hidden by traffic, or they misjudge your speed. Prevent it: Ride farther left. It signals higher speed and improves your view of oncoming cars. Don't enter intersections until you can clearly see approaching traffic. Drive Out A driver pulls out from a side street or driveway. Sight obstructions make it worse. Prevent it: Stay visible in the traffic lane. Scan ahead and move left for a clear line of sight. The Common Thread: Crashes happen when cyclists hug the edge. You don't need to! The law doesn't require it. Most drivers respect a visible, confident, and predictable cyclist. Ride where you can be seen. Check out this 2 min video for a visuals https://cyclingsavvy.org/courses/essentials-short-course/lessons/road-safet…<https://cyclingsavvy.org/courses/essentials-short-course/lessons/road-safet…> CVC Biweekly Social MTB, October 23rd @ 5:30pm https://ridewithgps.com/routes/17136221 Location: Meet at the backbone trailhead on Encinal Canyon Road Lighting mandatory. Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map MTB Kent 1 818 802-0826 Encinal Trailhead/Etz Meloy/ Little Sycamore/ out and back 11.3 1431 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/38153356 Saturday Rides, October 25th @ 8:30am Please do not park in the row next to the houses. Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map Red Greg 1 747 214-6642 Escollera, Cam, Somis, Orchards, MPark 60.1 4682 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/52290988 Orange Gary 1 315 569-0162 Potrero, PCH, Encinal 51.3 3587 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/51084733 Orange Light Peter 1 805 340-9551 Apricot Lane Farms from Holy Trinity Parking Lot 41.4 2536 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/39987348 Gold Mark 1 805 462-6292 Apricot Lane Farms from Holy Trinity Parking Lot 41.4 2536 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/39987348 Mellow Yellow No Drop Ride Jeanne 1 805 368-7924 Westlake, Kanan Loop to Medea Creek Park and Chesebro 21.4 1219 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/17136221 Sunday rides October 26th @ 9:00am Location: ALL rides will start at the Starbucks @ Agoura Rd & Westlake Blvd by Vons. Please Park towards the rear of parking lot to not disrupt local businesses Ride Leader Route Miles Map Social No Drop Ride Bart 1 805 807-8566 Starbucks, Las Flores, Lynnmere, Greenmeadow Loop 23.5 1450 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/39455750 Gold Orange Not Scheduled When riding with us, you will: * Use helmets and bike lanes! Call out hazards and ride predictably. * Avoid bunching up; don't overlap wheels. * Keep a prudent distance and ride single file on narrow roads. * Ensure your bike is in good working order. * Descend carefully! * Pass slower riders on the left and signal when changing lines. * Respect traffic laws and the rights of motor vehicles, cyclists, and pedestrians. * If the weather is inclement, we will cancel ALL rides. Follow us on" Facebook and Instagram (@conejo_valley_cyclists_) * Instagram photos and videos<https://www.instagram.com/conejo_valley_cyclists_?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D…> instagram.com<https://www.instagram.com/conejo_valley_cyclists_?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D…> [cid:image002.jpg@01DC436A.C16D9190]<https://www.instagram.com/conejo_valley_cyclists_?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D…> Conejo Valley Cyclists<https://www.facebook.com/groups/131653973515124/> Private group * 1.0K members<https://www.facebook.com/groups/131653973515124/members/>

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Tuesday ride
by Sheri L 20 Oct '25

20 Oct '25

Looking forward to riding on Tuesday! I’m just going by memory here, so let’s go up to North Ranch right on kanan left on Lindero, to the last Bromley, down through the park for a stop and then onto the old place and return. we’ll discuss regroups when we meet tomorrow! Can’t wait to see you all! Sheri

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🚴‍♂️ CVC Team Store Now Open — 10 Days Only!
by Sheri L 20 Oct '25

20 Oct '25

Hi Members, Our *CVC Team Store is now open* — but only for *10 days*! 🕓 *Store closes October 23rd*, so don’t wait. This is your chance to select your *cycling kit* and get ready for our *California winter*! You’ll find: - Vests and jackets - Mid-length cycling shorts/pants - Full-length cycling pants - And even our alternate color option (for those who were curious!) 👉 *Recommended:* The *Volare Ellite* line — it offers the most universal fit and runs true to size. Click below to shop: 🔗 *Team Store:* teamstore.agile-sportswear.com/store/conejo-valley-cyclists/ Members who already have an account must log in through the same link or directly at teamstore.agile-sportswear.com. Please note: - Prices are already reduced — *no coupons* are needed. - Orders take approximately *7 weeks* from the time the store closes. Let me know if you have any questions! Ride on, Sheri

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Ride for Thursday.
by jerry blkdog.net 15 Oct '25

15 Oct '25

Thursday's Ride, Meet at Rancho Madera Community Park 9am Directions: https://maps.app.goo.gl/fehm5hWWhQTvpvfL6 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/53036672 38.7 miles 3222' Jerry Scott 805 404-8525

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This weeks CVC rides
by jerry blkdog.net 15 Oct '25

15 Oct '25

[Conejo Valley Cyclists] Saturdays rides start at the Landing and Sundays at Starbucks CVC Biweekly Social MTB, October @ 5:30pm Location: Lighting highly recommended. Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map MTB Kent 1 818 802-0826 Not Scheduled Saturday Rides, October 18th @ 8:30am Please do not park in the row next to the houses. Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map Red Greg 1 747 214-6642 Potrero, PCH, Yerba, Westlake 50.5 4135 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/50648760 Orange Terry 1 805 490-4616 Orange flat and fast 56.3 2783 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/53023392 Orange Light Kim 1 805 469-1982 Landing, RockStore, 7Min, Mureau 43 3747 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/53017079 Gold Karl-Heinz 1 818 633-0683 WL, Underwood Family Farms, Madera, Erbes 34.4 2177 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/53011438 Mellow Yellow No Drop Ride Tex 1 805 746-5713 Wildwood, Westlake Loop, Easiest 23.1 1215 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/16598995 Sunday rides October 19th @ 9:00am Location: ALL rides will start at the Starbucks @ Agoura Rd & Westlake Blvd by Vons. Please Park towards the rear of parking lot to not disrupt local businesses Ride Leader Route Miles Map Social No Drop Ride Kim 1 805 469-1982 Sunday Pumpkin 23 1609 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/53017181 Gold Orange Jon 1 818 987-9440 Hillcrest, Lynn, TO BL, Agoura, Triunfo 31.2 1694 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/39285459 When riding with us, you will: * Use helmets and bike lanes! Call out hazards and ride predictably. * Avoid bunching up; don't overlap wheels. * Keep a prudent distance and ride single file on narrow roads. * Ensure your bike is in good working order. * Descend carefully! * Pass slower riders on the left and signal when changing lines. * Respect traffic laws and the rights of motor vehicles, cyclists, and pedestrians. * If the weather is inclement, we will cancel ALL rides. Follow us on" Facebook and Instagram (@conejo_valley_cyclists_) * Instagram photos and videos<https://www.instagram.com/conejo_valley_cyclists_?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D…> instagram.com<https://www.instagram.com/conejo_valley_cyclists_?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D…> [cid:image002.jpg@01DC3E09.444B3700]<https://www.instagram.com/conejo_valley_cyclists_?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D…> Conejo Valley Cyclists<https://www.facebook.com/groups/131653973515124/> Private group * 1.0K members<https://www.facebook.com/groups/131653973515124/members/> Jerry Scott 805 404-8525 jerry(a)blkdog.net

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SAFETY Advice for YOU
by Sheri L 14 Oct '25

14 Oct '25

This week, my safety message derives from my former career (before cycling) as a doctor. I have noticed that most of our members are 50+ and most of us are on one or more medications. When I wrote prescriptions for my patients, I made it a habit to discuss the potential adverse reactions and side effects of the medications I prescribed. Invariably, if I forgot to do this, the patient would experience a bad reaction for which they were unprepared and surprised. This scenario is especially relevant for cyclists because medication side effects can impact safety on the road, often in sudden and unexpected ways. One example that comes to mind is blood thinners, often prescribed to prevent blood clots, strokes, and heart attacks. While blood thinners can be lifesaving, anyone on any blood thinner, including aspirin, is at risk for bleeding in the event of a crash. This is a particular problem for those with head trauma or blunt abdominal trauma. Another example is that some anti-hypertensive drugs might cause light-headedness that could put a cyclist at risk of losing their balance and going down. I don’t mean to be the arbiter of whether anyone should ride or not ride depending on the pharmaceuticals that they take. Rather, I suggest that each person on any med, including OTC meds should familiarize themselves with potential adverse side effects vis a vis cycling. Most importantly, I suggest that every person taking any medication or non-prescription supplement should discuss with their physician the potential risk that each medication might impose as well as how to mitigate such risk. I also recommend that every cyclist keep a list of their medications on them and accessible, in the event of an accident. There is not much written out there on this subject. I include 3 links, the first from an article in Road Bike Rider; the second, a PDF from a medical article that addresses this topic, and the 3rd from an AI query that I vetted for accuracy. Stephen Levinson Cyclists Should Know the Side Effects of their Medications <https://www.roadbikerider.com/cyclists-should-know-the-side-effects-of-thei…> roadbikerider.com <https://www.roadbikerider.com/cyclists-should-know-the-side-effects-of-thei…> <https://www.roadbikerider.com/cyclists-should-know-the-side-effects-of-thei…> <https://www.roadbikerider.com/cyclists-should-know-the-side-effects-of-thei…> <https://www.roadbikerider.com/cyclists-should-know-the-side-effects-of-thei…> <https://www.roadbikerider.com/cyclists-should-know-the-side-effects-of-thei…> <https://www.perplexity.ai/search/fd5d374b-f658-4814-aebb-22e34716505e> How can prescription drugs and supplements adversely impact Safety for... <https://www.perplexity.ai/search/fd5d374b-f658-4814-aebb-22e34716505e> perplexity.ai <https://www.perplexity.ai/search/fd5d374b-f658-4814-aebb-22e34716505e> <https://www.perplexity.ai/search/fd5d374b-f658-4814-aebb-22e34716505e>

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Save these dates!
by Sheri L 13 Oct '25

13 Oct '25

Hey Members! You should be SO glad you’re a CVC member right now—there’s so much coming up (on top of all the great riding)! 📅 *Mark your calendars for TWO important meetings:* 1. *Ride with GPS Training – October 6* This one’s for anyone interested in ride leading (and yes, we really need more leaders!). Come learn how easy it is to plan and manage routes with Ride with GPS. 2. *CVC Members Meeting – October 13 at 7:00 PM* This one’s for EVERYONE! We’ll gather at *The Hub in Westlake* to connect, share time together, and hear from some amazing speakers on high-interest topics. Details to come soon—don’t miss it! We can’t wait to see you at both! THE HUB Bike Shop 4.9(151) · Bicycle Shop 973 S Westlake Blvd · (805) 371-6482 -- Sheri

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Thursday's ride
by jerry blkdog.net 08 Oct '25

08 Oct '25

Thursday's ride to the Pumpkins. Meet at Starbucks 9am 32.4 miles and 2113' https://ridewithgps.com/routes/46957933 Jerry Scott 805 404-8525 jerry(a)blkdog.net

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This weeks CVC rides
by jerry blkdog.net 08 Oct '25

08 Oct '25

[Conejo Valley Cyclists] Saturdays rides start at the Landing and Sundays at Starbucks CVC Members Meeting - October 13 at 7:00 PM This one's for EVERYONE! We'll gather at The Hub in Westlake to connect, share time together, and hear from some amazing speakers on high-interest topics. Details to come soon-don't miss it! This week's Safety Message: Many of you have heard that it is safer to ride double (two abreast) than single, but do you know why? The biggest reason is that it makes the group more visible from a distance, and it reduces the length of the group, making it easier (and faster) for cars to pass us on a two-lane road. Laws vary from state to state, but in California there is no restriction on how many cyclists can ride abreast. Here are examples of when not to ride double: * If a lane is very narrow or where the right side of the road is hazardous. (ex: Old Topanga Road as well as most of the narrow canyon roads) * If the road has continuous pavement hazards requiring cyclists to move laterally to avoid them. (ex: potholes, debris, sand or loose gravel near the shoulder or bike lane) * On a wide bike lane or highway shoulder (ex: many places along PCH). If you are on the left edge of a bike lane and shoulder to shoulder with another cyclist, the options for either cyclist avoiding a hazard are limited. * Never ride double (or even single) in a door-zone. Stay at least 4 feet away from parked cars. (ex: Triunfo Canyon after turning off Lindero) * On bike paths. To pass pedestrians and other users you should not ride double on a dedicated bike path. CVC Biweekly Social MTB, October @ 5:30pm Location: Lighting highly recommended. Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map MTB Kent 1 818 802-0826 Not Scheduled Saturday Rides, October 11th @ 8:30am Please do not park in the row next to the houses. Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map Red Greg 1 747 214-6648 Landing, Mureau, Cardiac, 7 Minute, Stunt, Piuma, CCanyon, Agoura 44.2 4766 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/52957679 Orange Terry 1 805 490-4616 Mulholland, Cold Canyon, Piuma, Stunt, 7 Minute, Mureau 44.9 4607 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/41441629 Orange Light Peter 1 805 340-9551 Mureau, Old Topanga, up Fernwood, down Stunt, Mully, Cornell 43.5 4505 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/36993641 Gold Arick 1 510 423-8093 Agoura Rd, Cornell, Mulholland, 7Min, Mulholland, Old Place 37.1 3031 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47196492 Mellow Yellow No Drop Ride Tom 1 818 730-0729 Hidden Valley out and back 19.9 897 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/52599296 Sunday rides October 12th @ 9:00am Location: ALL rides will start at the Starbucks @ Agoura Rd & Westlake Blvd by Vons. Please Park towards the rear of parking lot to not disrupt local businesses Ride Leader Route Miles Map Social No Drop Ride Bart 1 805 807-8566 Starbucks, Agoura, OP, Lang Ranch, Erbes, Conejo School 22.5 1559 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/49143183 Gold Orange Not Scheduled When riding with us, you will: * Use helmets and bike lanes! Call out hazards and ride predictably. * Avoid bunching up; don't overlap wheels. * Keep a prudent distance and ride single file on narrow roads. * Ensure your bike is in good working order. * Descend carefully! * Pass slower riders on the left and signal when changing lines. * Respect traffic laws and the rights of motor vehicles, cyclists, and pedestrians. * If the weather is inclement, we will cancel ALL rides. Follow us on" Facebook and Instagram (@conejo_valley_cyclists_) * Instagram photos and videos<https://www.instagram.com/conejo_valley_cyclists_?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D…> instagram.com<https://www.instagram.com/conejo_valley_cyclists_?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D…> [cid:image002.jpg@01DC387A.E82E3460]<https://www.instagram.com/conejo_valley_cyclists_?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D…> Conejo Valley Cyclists<https://www.facebook.com/groups/131653973515124/> Private group * 1.0K members<https://www.facebook.com/groups/131653973515124/members/>

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Tuesday's ride.
by jerry blkdog.net 06 Oct '25

06 Oct '25

Meet at Starbucks 9am RockStore and Carlisle Canyon. 31.2 miles and 2843' https://ridewithgps.com/routes/52941632 Jerry Scott 805 404-8525 jerry(a)blkdog.net

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