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crashes continued
by president＠cvcbike.org 19 Aug '24

19 Aug '24

CVC, To follow up my email, Chuck has brought up some very good maintenance points. (Thanks Chuck) I wanted to share these with you as a properly maintained bike is a safer bike. Tires: Tires wear out over time, especially the rear tire, which typically wears faster. Replace them when the tread is worn down, they have frequent punctures, or when sidewalls show signs of damage. Road tires generally last between 2,000 to 4,000 miles, depending on usage and conditions. Brake Pads (Rim and Disc Brakes): Brake pads wear down with use and should be replaced when they become thin (usually less than 1.5mm for rim brakes, or when they have 1mm or less of pad material left for disc brakes), when they start making noise, or when braking performance decreases. For disc brakes, check for uneven wear and replace if the pads become glazed or contaminated. Brake Rotors (Disc Brakes): Brake rotors also wear out over time, especially if the pads are worn down to the metal. Replace rotors when they reach the minimum thickness specified by the manufacturer, or if they are warped or damaged. Typically, rotors last longer than pads but should be inspected regularly. Bleed the brakes every 6-12 months or when brakes start feeling spongy. Chain: The chain stretches and wears out over time, especially with heavy use or in harsh conditions. Replace the chain every 2,000 to 3,000 miles or when it measures 0.5-0.75% elongation with a chain checker tool. Regular replacement prevents excessive wear on the cassette and chainrings. Tubeless tires need sealer every few months: Tire sealant in cycling tubeless tires should generally be replaced every 2 to 6 months, depending on various factors such as climate, the type of sealant used, and riding conditions. Here's a breakdown: Climate: In hot and dry conditions, sealant can dry out more quickly, so you may need to replace it every 2 to 3 months. In cooler, more humid climates, it might last up to 6 months. Type of Sealant: Different brands have different longevity. Some sealants are designed to last longer than others, so check the manufacturer's recommendations. Riding Conditions: If you ride frequently or in rough conditions where punctures are more likely, you'll want to check and potentially top off the sealant more often. Storage: If the bike is stored in a warm place, the sealant can dry out faster, so consider more frequent replacement. If in doubt, go get it checked.

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crashes with CVC
by president＠cvcbike.org 19 Aug '24

19 Aug '24

Dear CVC Members, There have been more crashes in the last 6 months than I can remember in my 20 year history with CVC. Because of this, I am sending out this letter in the hopes that it can reach even one of you and keep you safe. As cyclists, we feel the danger in our sport is cars and distracted drivers. But we have not seen that as much as we have seen other distracting issues. Cycling is a sport that we can all enjoy and should enjoy without worry. That said, we all need to remain hypervigilant. We need to keep our eyes focused on what is ahead... and of course behind if you have radar. It is easy to get distracted by Garmins, talking, friends, cars, curves and turns, feeling behind, feeling ahead, and so on. Please pay the best attention you can to potholes and turns and curves and what lies ahead. If you feel too far ahead of others, slow down, but please don't turn around backwards in the midst of a ride to look for your riding buddy, pull over if needed. But also, be aware that the person in front of you could also go down at any moment and keep some distance. If you are way ahead of the ride leader, you may be on the wrong ride. Keep your pace within your chosen group. If you cannot keep up, please drop down a group. Or if you are going too fast, please move up a group. There is no need to pass someone to get two feet ahead and then cut them off. Be respectful. We are all going to end up in the same regroup spot. Sunday social rides are going too fast. Most mellow riders should be able to ride this ride. New members should also be able to ride this ride without feeling like they are too far behind. So I am going to ask all Social Ride leaders to pull this ride back a notch. If you are not comfortable with the pace of the social ride, you have the option of riding the GO Ride. On any level, there are many regroup spots and our leaders are all very good about stopping and designating regroup spots. So if you feel behind, please know you WILL catch up. And one more rant and beg from me... as a group, CVC does not always look as good as we should. 2 by 2 riding is what is best, and it is also what is safest. But what sometimes happens is when riding with a bike lane, the person on the right takes their half in the center of the lane and the rider on the left is in the traffic lane. Another issue to be aware of. On a happy note, I am noticing that many levels on Saturdays are looking great in their CVC kits. If you have one, I hope to see you in it making CVC and yourself proud. Please be extra cautions out there. Sheri

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Thursday's fun ride
by jerry blkdog.net 14 Aug '24

14 Aug '24

Thursday's fun ride. Meet at Starbucks 8:30 21.1 miles 1233 ft. Plus optional lake lap. https://ridewithgps.com/routes/38077014 Jerry Scott 805 404-8525 jerry(a)blkdog.net

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This weeks CVC rides
by jerry blkdog.net 14 Aug '24

14 Aug '24

[Conejo Valley Cyclists] Saturdays rides start at the Landing and Sundays at Starbucks RIDES FOR THIS WEEK.CVC Biweekly Social MTB, August 15th @ 5:30pm Location: Juan Bautista De Anza Park on Lost Hills Road in Calabasas Ride Leader Route Mils Climb (ft.) Map MTB Kent 1-818 802-0826 Juan Batista to Mash Site, Malibou Lake Dam, Out and back 12.2 816 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/34585618 Saturday Rides, August 17th @ 8:00am Please do not park in the row next to the houses. Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map Red Matt 1 805 460-8153 WL, TOTW, Down Yerba, PCH, Escollera, Erbes + McCrea and Sapra 67.9 5496 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47984408 Orange Donna 1 805 444-0159 Westlake, Madera, Santa Susana, Mureau 52 3536 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47997930 Orange Light Bev 1 805 341-1514 Landing, Wood Ranch, Peacocks and back 52.6 3780 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/48016966 Gold Lisa 1 818 535-0862 Landing, Dos V, Greenmeadow, Erbes, La Granada 32..7 2087 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47484656 Mellow Yellow No Drop Ride Tex 1 805 745-5713 Wildwood via Westlake CCW 23.4 1172 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/6716080 Sunday rides August 18th @ 8:30am 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. Leader Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map Social No Drop Ride Jerry 1 805 404-8525 Starbucks, Hidden Valley, Carlisle 28.4 1282 https://ridewithgps.com/trips/170751792 GO Paul 1 310 463-9472 Starbucks, Kanan, Wildwood Loop 29.3 1883 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42458140 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.

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9:00 Up the Coast Ride-tomorrow-Tuesday!
by Sheri L 12 Aug '24

12 Aug '24

Let's do a pre-partial coast ride tomorrow. We will meet in Ventura where it will be nice and cool (high is 71!) and then go up the coast, to Bates, and up there at the top, we will figure where to go next. Plan is about 35-40 miles. See you in Ventura at the museum parking lot on Santa Clara, at 9:00. -- Sheri

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Saturday changes
by jerry blkdog.net 09 Aug '24

09 Aug '24

Saturday's rides start at 8:00 not 8:30 Bob (818) 635-3919 is going to lead the Gold ride. Mellow Yellow changed their route: Agoura/Oak Park Loop, up Kanan to Hillcrest 20.1 miles 1245' https://ridewithgps.com/routes/5472801 Jerry Scott 805 404-8525 jerry(a)blkdog.net

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Thursday's ride
by jerry blkdog.net 07 Aug '24

07 Aug '24

Reminder Thursday's ride. Special 70+ mile ride from Camarillo's Pleasant Valley Fields, up the coast and back. Turn around to go back will be at Fire Station 25 Meet at 8:00 instead of 8:30 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47892928 Jerry Scott 805 404-8525 jerry(a)blkdog.net

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This weeks CVC rides
by jerry blkdog.net 07 Aug '24

07 Aug '24

[Conejo Valley Cyclists] Saturdays rides start at the Landing and Sundays at Starbucks RIDES FOR THIS WEEK.CVC Biweekly Social MTB, August 15th @ 5:30pm Location: Ride Leader Route Mils Climb (ft.) Map MTB Kent 1-818 802-0826 August 15th Saturday Rides, August 10th @ 8:30am Please do not park in the row next to the houses. Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map Red Taylor 1 805 390-2200 Four peaks from Landing 70 9914 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/29788692 Orange Donna 1 805 444-0159 Hidden Valley, Potrero, PCH, Mully, Westlake 49.2 3456 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/41066207 Orange Light Peter 1 805 340-9551 Landing, Cornell, Mully, 7 Minute, Old Topanga, Agoura 31.6 2510 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/12730537 Gold Edmond 1 805 338-7943 Lake Lap, 7 Minute via Cornell and Mulholland, back through Calabasas 35.2 2661 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/1033071 Mellow Yellow No Drop Ride Tex 1 805 746-5713 Wildwood Loop and back 23.2 1323 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47912804 Sunday rides August 11th @ 8:30am 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. Leader Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map Social No Drop Ride Lourie 1 530 520-0310 Starbucks,, Cornell, Lake Malibu, Lobo Canyon and back 23.6 1343 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/38150150 GO Matt 1 805 460-8153 Hidden Valley, Dos Vientos, Rimrock 31.5 2418 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47778938 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.

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Thursday's ride
by jerry blkdog.net 05 Aug '24

05 Aug '24

Special 70+ mile ride from Camarillo's Pleasant Valley Fields, up the coast and back. Turn around to go back will be at Fire Station 25 Meet at 8:00 instead of 8:30 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47892928 Jerry Scott 805 404-8525 jerry(a)blkdog.net

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Tuesday' beat the heat short ride.
by jerry blkdog.net 05 Aug '24

05 Aug '24

Tuesday, meet at Starbucks and ride at 8:30 Lobo Canyon out and back before it gets hot. https://ridewithgps.com/routes/28584657 Jerry Scott 805 404-8525 jerry(a)blkdog.net

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