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Tuesday-Thursday 9:00am Ride
by Sheila 08 Jun '15

08 Jun '15

Leaving from the Landing, the Tuesday-Thursday ride is a 25 to 40 mile intermediate level ride (between gold and gold rush). There are very few cars out at this time and the weather is nice and cool. Come and join us. No rider gets left behind. Sheila Sherwyn 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 Ride Preview Addendum-PLEASE READ!!!!!
by Cameron Young 05 Jun '15

05 Jun '15

RIDE PREVIEW ADDENDUM June 5, 2015 A couple of mistakes the 'proofreader' didn't catch! Apologies for any confusion. Saturday: Here is the correct Red route for Saturday: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/8176523 <http://ridewithgps.com/routes/8176523> The previously posted route was done just a couple of weeks ago. Sunday: Here is the correct G.O. Ride for Sunday: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/2929411 <http://ridewithgps.com/routes/2929411> There were two routes listed, this is the one to be ridden. Cameron “Cam” Young Ride Director Conejo Valley Cyclists 805-217-6659 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 Ride Preview-June 3, 2015
by Cameron Young 03 Jun '15

03 Jun '15

CVC RIDE PREVIEW June 6-June 11 "Stopping!" ..... With everyone in a group coming to a full stop, there is a domino effect of the back end having to hammer it in order to catch up. So, for those in front, please soft pedal until the entire group has come through and re-joined. -COMING UP- Several things on the horizon! Away Ride-Santa Barbara Saturday, June 13, 9am at Stearn's Wharf Routes and details to come. Velodrome Day-New Ride the banked track in Encino on a 'fixie'. That's right, learn how to ride a track bike with no gears, no brakes! No worries, we'll start with a lesson first. Details to come. -THE WEEKLY RIDES- Please make sure all levels have sweepers. Everyone can alternate and share the job. Saturday: 8:30am at The Landing <http://ridewithgps.com/routes/5888298> parking lot Red Leader-tba Route link: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/8196686 <http://ridewithgps.com/routes/8196686> Orange Leader-Orange Rush: Gary Silver (same route at a faster pace) Leader-Orange Standard: Cam Young Route link: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/4826572 <http://ridewithgps.com/routes/4826572> Gold Leader-Phil Callan & Sharon Campise Route link: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/4902570 <http://ridewithgps.com/routes/4902570> Purple** Active when attendance dictates Leader: Henry Montalvo Route: Follows Gold and turns back early Sunday: Gravel Ride-New Sunday, June 7, 9am in Dos Vientos Inaugural ride will be Sycamore Canyon to the beach and back. Put some tread or knobbies on your road machine and drop that tire pressure, or use your cyclocross bike. This is not a single track MTB ride but an excursion that incorporates riding on asphalt and the local fire roads that are in a variety of conditions. They can be anywhere from hard pack to loose dirt and gravel. We'll be starting in the parking lot near 'Beano Vino' in Dos Vientos. Leader: David Yarden Start location: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/7984080 <http://ridewithgps.com/routes/7984080> (zoom out to see map) Starting from The Landing <http://ridewithgps.com/routes/5888298> parking lot, 9am G.O. Ride (Gold-Orange) Leader-Gold: Dale Smith Leader-Orange: tba Route link: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/2929411 <http://ridewithgps.com/routes/2929411> (Same route with a faster pace) Route link: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/3344419 <http://ridewithgps.com/routes/3344419> Social Ride-Leader: Kay Fields Route link: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/4750114 <http://ridewithgps.com/routes/4750114> Tuesday: The Landing <http://ridewithgps.com/routes/5888298> parking lot Morning Ride-9am-Leader: Sheila Levine-Sherwyn Route to be determined, 25-40 miles Gold/Orange-5:15pm-Leader: Dale Smith for Rock Store loop. Racer Ride-5:30pm-Leader: Jonathan Woodbury Rock Store & Upper Encinal loop Wednesday: Hump Day Ride-On summer hiatus Thursday: Morning Ride-9am-Leader: Sheila Levine-Sherwyn From The Landing Route to be determined, 25-40 miles Go Thursday Ride**-5:30pm Starting locations and routes vary, so check your emails during the week. This is an intermediate level ride that starts and ends at local watering holes, so you can finish up with some food, refreshments, and socializing with your cycling friends. 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. ** This is considered a "no drop" ride. The ride leader will keep an eye on everyone. No one is left behind. 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 & 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. It is mandatory to have & wear a helmet. It is the rider's responsibility to ensure that the helmet is in good condition (check expiration on helmet inner tag) and that your bike is in working condition as well. That’s all for now, folks. Have a great week! Cameron “Cam” Young Ride Director Conejo Valley Cyclists 805-217-6659 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 GO Thursday Ride from Brendan's, Agoura Hills - June 4 @ 5:30 p.m.‏‏
by Sherrie Felton 02 Jun '15

02 Jun '15

WHAT: The GO Thursday Ride from Brendan's Irish Pub, Agoura Hills @ 5:30 p.m. WHEN: Thursday June 4, 2015ROUTE: Brendan's North Ranch. This route takes several scenic detours off of Westlake and Kanan. Review the route so that you know where we are going and where we will regroup. Regroup points are identified on the the route map; click on each "i" on the map to get regroup location details.AFTER THE RIDE: Join your cycling friends at Brendan's in Agoura Hills @ 7:15 p.m.RSVP: Please do RSVP. I need a final headcount for the reservation.DIRECTIONS: Ride start is at the parking lot beside Brendan's. Brendan's is located at 30315 Canwood Street, Agoura Hills.PATIO SEATING: We will be sitting on the patio. DISTANCE: 20 miles. PACE: This is an intermediate level ride. The group includes mixed paces averaging 13 - 15+ mph. QUESTIONS: Email or call Sherrie Felton at hatoolah(a)msn.com / 908.432.3480SWEEP LEADER NEEDED: This is a NO DROP ride. I need a volunteer each week to sweep or lead from the back. If you are willing to sweep this week, please send me a text or email. (Option 2: A volunteer leading from the middle to front of the group is also an option if s/he is familiar with the course and can be aware of the middle of the pack to ensure they get the turns. If you are that volunteer, I will sweep.)SAFETY NOTES: 1. A helmet is mandatory. 2. I.D., water or sports drink, a snack, cell phone.3. Have on your bike or person everything you need to change a flat: spare tube(s), CO2 cartridges or hand pump, patch kit.4. Please do not call out “clear” at intersections and turns. 5. If you hear someone call out “clear” while approaching a turn or intersection, or anywhere else for that matter, please disregard it and make your own decision about the safety status of the turn or intersection. 6. If you start with the group but decide to cut the ride short or take a different route, please let me know.

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Wed. Afternoon rides
by Sheri Leiken 01 Jun '15

01 Jun '15

Hello! It's been a good run all fall, winter, and spring, and now I will leave the riding to the other Sherrie on Thursday evenings. So.. As I put the Wed. Afternoon rides on summer Hiatus, let's enjoy some Thursday night rides and refreshments! Sheri (PS. if someone wants to join me NEXT Wed. afternoon that would be fun since I can't go on Thursday, :) but.. You have to let me know. We will leave from a different start location.

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CVC Tuesday 5:30 pm Rock Store Ride
by Jonathan Woodbury 01 Jun '15

01 Jun '15

The fast paced Rock Store ride continues on Tuesday June 2nd at 5:30 pm PDT sharp. The ride leaves from the Landings parking lot. Mellow single/double pace line until Cornell. Then a long strung out pace line. RWGPS route with Mulholland return ( without Upper E) 26 + miles with 1,900' of climbing. RWGPS Mulholland return <http://ridewithgps.com/routes/142021> RWGPS route for the entire route including Upper Encinal: 29 miles 2,400' of climbing RWGPS with Upper Encinal Extension <http://ridewithgps.com/routes/4160220> 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 the official 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. Jonathan Woodbury Tuesday 5:30 Ride Leader jonwoodbury(a)gmail.com

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Cruisin The Conejo Jerseys
by Sheri Leiken 31 May '15

31 May '15

Hello Team Conejo Valley Cyclists! We have some unsold jerseys left from Cruisin the Conejo. There are limited sizes available. If you would like one, I can bring it to the club get together next Sunday. Please send me the sizes you are interested in. The jerseys are available for $70. And. one lucky Cruisin volunteer will be selected for a raffle win at Sunday's get together! A few small items will be raffled off to our Cruisin Volunteers as well. I will enter everyone's name on a ticket and we will pick at the event! Please be sure to RSVP to Henry for this very special club get-together! See you soon! Sheri Membership Conejo Valley Cyclists

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CVC Ride Preview-May 28, 2015
by Cameron Young 28 May '15

28 May '15

CVC RIDE PREVIEW May 30-April 4 "Stopping!" ..... With everyone in a group coming to a full stop, there is a domino effect of the back end having to hammer it in order to catch up. So, for those in front, please soft pedal until the entire group has come through and re-joined. -COMING UP- Several things on the horizon! Gravel Ride-New Sunday, June 7, 9am in Dos Vientos Inaugural ride will be Sycamore Canyon to the beach and back. A little road, a little dirt, lots of fun. Put some tread or knobbies on your road bike, or use your MTB or cyclocross bike for exploring the fire roads in our 'back yard'. Start location: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/7984080 <http://ridewithgps.com/routes/7984080> (zoom out to see map) Velodrome Day-New Ride the banked track in Encino on a 'fixie'. That's right, learn how to ride a track bike with no gears, no brakes! No worries, we'll start with a lesson first. Details to come. -THE WEEKLY RIDES- Please make sure all levels have sweepers. Everyone can alternate and share the job. Saturday: 8:30am at The Landing <http://ridewithgps.com/routes/5888298> parking lot Red Leader-Jerry Scott Route link: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/8092189 <http://ridewithgps.com/routes/8092189> Orange Leader-Orange Rush: Gary Silver (same route at a faster pace) Leader-Orange Standard: tba Route link: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/6083364 <http://ridewithgps.com/routes/6083364> Gold Leader-Phil Callan & Sharon Campise Route link: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/8082920 <http://ridewithgps.com/routes/8082920> Note: New variations on familiar sections, be sure to check the cue sheet/route map! Purple** Active when attendance dictates Leader: Henry Montalvo Route: Follows Gold and turns back early Sunday: 9am from The Landing <http://ridewithgps.com/routes/5888298> parking lot G.O. Ride (Gold-Orange) Leader-Gold: Dale Smith Leader-Orange: Jerry Scott (Same route with a faster pace) Route link: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/3344419 <http://ridewithgps.com/routes/3344419> Social Ride-Leader: Kay Fields Route link: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/4750114 <http://ridewithgps.com/routes/4750114> Tuesday: The Landing <http://ridewithgps.com/routes/5888298> parking lot Morning Ride-9am-Leader: Sheila Levine-Sherwyn Route to be determined, 25-40 miles Gold/Orange-5:15pm-Leader: Dale Smith for Rock Store loop. Racer Ride-5:30pm-Leader: Jonathan Woodbury Rock Store & Upper Encinal loop MTB Ride-5:30pm-Location and route TBA. Check your emails for announcement early in the week. Wednesday: Hump Day Ride-3:45 at The Landing <http://ridewithgps.com/routes/5888298> parking lot This ride meets on Wednesday afternoons! Yes, middle of the week, middle of the afternoon. Rides range from 19 to 25 miles depending on our sunlight availability. Thursday: Morning Ride-9am-Leader: Sheila Levine-Sherwyn From The Landing Route to be determined, 25-40 miles Go Thursday Ride**-5:30pm Starting locations and routes vary, so check your emails during the week. This is an intermediate level ride that starts and ends at local watering holes, so you can finish up with some food, refreshments, and socializing with your cycling friends. MTB Ride-5:30pm Location and route TBA. Check your emails for announcement early in the week. 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. ** This is considered a "no drop" ride. The ride leader will keep an eye on everyone. No one is left behind. 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 & 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. It is mandatory to have & wear a helmet. It is the rider's responsibility to ensure that the helmet is in good condition (check expiration on helmet inner tag) and that your bike is in working condition as well. That’s all for now, folks. Have a great week! Cameron “Cam” Young Ride Director Conejo Valley Cyclists 805-217-6659 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 - June Mixer, Sunday, June 7th, 3:00 pm
by president＠cvcbike.org 28 May '15

28 May '15

Hey CVC'rs' May is always a very busy month for the club — Cruisin' the Conejo, Ride of Silence, & The Barry Wolf GP. Before we get too busy with our summer riding, let's take a break and have some fun off the bike. The Conejo Valley Cyclists Board of Directors would like to invite you to our annual summer mixer for a little good cheer. Please note that we have change locations to Sage Room in Agoura When: Sunday, June 7th, 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm. Where: Sage Room, 5719 Lake Lindero Drive, Agoura Hills CA, 91301 (In the Lindero Country Club) (818)735-3530 Please RSVP by clicking Reply. We would like to get a count of who will be attending. When you RSVP, please say something like, "yes for 1 (or 2)". Stay tuned for additional information. We look forward to seeing you! Sincerely, Your CVC Board of Directors.

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Wed. afternoon Landing Ride 3:45
by Sheri Leiken 25 May '15

25 May '15

Come on out for a mid week, hump day ride. 3:45 at the Landing! Route TBD. 20-23 Miles! Please let me know to look for you! Sheri Inclement weather policy: In the interest of safety, whenever it is either actively raining or the ride route has wet roads, or is exceptionally windy, 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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