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CVC GO Thursday Ride July 10 @ 5:30 p.m.
by Sherrie Felton 08 Jul '14

08 Jul '14

What: CVC GO Thursday Ride @ 5:30 p.m. When: Thursday July 10, 2014 New Route: Sunset Hills* DISTANCE: 23.5 miles. PACE: This is an intermediate level ride. The group includes mixed paces averaging 13 - 15+ mph. NO DROPS: The leader will sweep behind the group or wait ahead at strategic points/turns along the route, as needed, so nobody gets left behind. Faster riders who are familiar with the course and who prefer to ride ahead are encouraged to do so; they need not wait at regroup points. DIRECTIONS TO RIDE: Triunfo Canyon Rd. in Westlake Village, just west of the dam, Westlake Tennis Club and the Westlake Lake Management building. From the 101 Freeway, take Lindero Canyon south until it ends at Triunfo. Go right on Triunfo a couple hundred yards. You will see a grassy area. Park along the curb. *This is a new route for this ride. Please review cue sheet. QUESTIONS: Email or call Sherrie at hatoolah(a)msn.com / 908.432.3480. 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. CVC 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. Regards, Sherrie Felton

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Tuesday 5:30 pm Rock Store Ride
by Jonathan Woodbury 07 Jul '14

07 Jul '14

The red race pace Rock Store ride will continue on Tuesday July 8th 5:30 pm PDT. The ride leaves from the Landings parking lot. We've had a battle on Rock Store the last several weeks between Kattie Donovan of Team Twenty16, Mark Noble, Bruce Gustafson, and Derryl Halpern. Kattie is training for the 2016 summer Olympics and Mark is the reigning Masters crit national champion and reigning Masters District road race champion. Landing - Agoura Road to Cornell - Hammer down Cornell - Malibou Lake - Rock Store - Upper Encinal - Stingers - Decker/Westlake Descent - around Westlake Lake - Sprint on Lindero to Baronsgate Road - Agoura Road - Lakeview back to Landings Re-group at the Encinal Y for about 5 minutes. 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. Time to Hammer, Jonathan Woodbury Tuesday 5:30 Ride Leader jonwoodbury(a)gmail.com

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CVC Ride Announcement Email Policy Reminder
by president＠cvcbike.org 07 Jul '14

07 Jul '14

All "announce" email participants, The Conejo Valley Cyclists (CVC) ride announcement email list (CVC announce) is made available to riders who are interested in participating in club rides as either a member or a non-member considering membership (a guest). If you are participating as a guest, please be sure to fill out a ride waiver at the beginning of all rides provided by the ride director, captain, or leader. In consideration of current members, all guest riders who have determined that CVC is not the right club for you should unsubscribe. Guests can continue to follow CVC via Facebook or Twitter. To unsubscribe, click the link and fill out the "announce subscriber" section at the bottom of the page, https://mail.cvcbike.org/mailman/listinfo/announce [1] Guests may also unsubscribe by sending an email to the CVC webmaster [2]. Please place "unsubscribe from announce" in the subject line. Please note that CVC reserves the right to purge guest riders without notice. To join CVC, visit https://www.bikereg.com/Net/22024 [3] or http://www.cvcbike.org/join-the-cvc/ [4] Please be sure to follow the acceptable use policy as listed at http://www.cvcbike.org/about/acceptable-use-policy/ [5]. If you are interested in volunteering to lead a ride, have a new idea for a ride, or want to help with a club event please contact me through the CVC website (http://www.cvcbike.org/contacts/ [6]). Let's go Ride, Henry Montalvo President Links: ------ [1] https://mail.cvcbike.org/mailman/listinfo/announce [2] mailto:cvc@cvcbike.org?subject=resigning%20membership%20in%20the%20CVC [3] https://www.bikereg.com/Net/22024 [4] http://www.cvcbike.org/join-the-cvc/ [5] http://www.cvcbike.org/about/acceptable-use-policy/ [6] http://www.cvcbike.org/contacts/

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CVC Classic Bike Ride - Sunday, July 20th, 9 a.m.
by henry montalvo 07 Jul '14

07 Jul '14

Ladies and Gentleman, 1. Once again it is time for the CVC vintage cycling ride. This time we have something to celebrate, The 100th Birthday of Gino Bartali… (July 18 th 1914) A true Championismo… We will be riding from a differant location this time due to construction. We leave from the “landing” on Lindero Cyn. plenty of free parking available.2. The Landing Westlake Village www.lotsafunmaps.com/Los.../The_*Landing*_*Westlake*_Village.html <http://www.lotsafunmaps.com/Los.../The_Landing_Westlake_Village.html> The ride will go around the Westlake, then an out and back route to Hidden Valley, passing Lake Sherwood. One short climb ( the total ride is aprox 20 miles) The ride will end at the Stonehaus where Chanti and other refreshments are to be had.. It would be appropriate to ride and display Italian cycles and Jerseys…in memoriam. Go Gino…. 1. Sunday July 20th at 9 AM 1. § § Gino Bartali Cyclist 2. Gino Bartali, Cavaliere di Gran Croce OMRI was a champion road cyclist. He was the most renowned Italian cyclist before the Second World War, having won the Giro d'Italia three times and the Tour de France twice, in 1938 and 1948. www.youtube.com/watch?v=w_kGXia9unc · For information contact Mike Levy (mwlevy(a)earthlink.net) An RSVP is not mandatory but please respond to Mike if you plan to attend. Again, this is not required and if it is a last minute decision it is OK to attend without responding...we'd love to have you (classic or modern bike is fine).

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Thursday 5:30 pm Red Ride from the Landing
by Jonathan Woodbury 03 Jul '14

03 Jul '14

The Thursday evening red ride will continue on Thursday July 3rd, 2014. The ride leaves from the Landing parking lot at 5:30 pm PDT sharp. The route this week will be up Westlake and down to PCH via Encinal and back. The route will change week to week and includes: 1) Reverse Rock Store Loop 2) Up and over to PCH via Encinal and back. 3) Up and over to PCH via Encinal and Mulholland 4) Whatever else riders want to do. 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 jonwoodbury(a)gmail.com

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CVC Ride Preview-July 2
by Cameron Young 02 Jul '14

02 Jul '14

CVC RIDE PREVIEW July 4-July 12 CVC Kit Day this Saturday Ride while flying the club colors! -UPCOMING- Coastal Coffee Ride-Saturday, July 12 We're in the Tour de France mood and want to go a little European, so we'll do a nice ride along the coast from Leo Carrillo to Ventura and stop for coffee and snacks on the way back at the cyclist friendly Sandbox Coffeehouse. For you data driven souls, that'll add 15-20 extra minutes to the ride but, hey, c'est la vie! So clear your calendars and get those "honey do's" done so we can all enjoy another great day in the saddle. It's a little more than Metric Century and virtually flat, so you can do as little or as much as you want. More details as the date approaches. -RIDES FOR THIS WEEK- Please familiarize yourselves with a posted route beforehand. The ride leaders can't be everywhere and we don't want anyone lost. Friday, July 4th: 9am at The Landing parking lot “Stars ’n Stripes ’n Bikes Ride”—Let’s burn a few calories before we fire up the barby! A nice patriotic spin through Hidden Valley should do the trick. Anything with red, white, and blue is not required, but welcomed! Get the legs warmed up for Saturday’s canyon rides. Lots of options for those wanting more mileage. For all levels, this is a “No Drop” ride, no one left behind. See you there! Saturday: 8:30am at The Landing parking lot Red, Orange, Gold-Leaders: Jerry Scott, Jim Doane, Cam Young This will be a combo ride for all three levels to ride together with alternatives for returning. The base route will be Rock Store via Cornell. From there, riders will have three choices: Stay on Mulholland and return to Westlake, or, go upper Encinal, and then again choose to return to Westlake, or, descend via Encinal to the coast, stopping at Leo Carrillo for water/restrooms. From there we can choose which canyon to return on. Route links for reference: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/5179014 http://ridewithgps.com/routes/5179223 Purple**-Leader: Bill Sietsema Route link: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/5194370 Sunday: 9am from The Landing parking lot G.O.-Leader: Dale Smith Route link: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/13903 Social Ride-Leader: Kay Fields Route link: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/2809777 Tuesday: The Landing parking lot Gold/Orange-5:15pm-Leader: Dale Smith for Rock Store Ride. Racer Ride-5:30pm-Leader: Jonathan Woodbury for the Rock Store 'n more ride. MTB Ride-5:30pm-Location and route TBA. Check your emails for announcement early in the week. Wednesday: 3:45pm at The Landing parking lot Landing Ride-Discontinued until the Fall. Thursday: 5:30pm Go Thursday Ride**-Sherrie Felton leads a late afternoon ride from the small park on Triunfo west of the tennis courts across the lake from The Landing. Check your emails for announcement early in the week. Red Ride-From the Landing parking lot. Leader: Jonathan Woodbury, up Westlake Bl. and Little Sycamore. Routes may vary from week to week so check your emails for announcement. MTB Ride-Location and route TBA. Check your emails for announcement early in the week. ** 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 CVC Ride Director 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 July 4th Ride
by Cameron Young 02 Jul '14

02 Jul '14

Hi all, “Stars ’n Stripes ’n Bikes Ride”—Let’s burn a few calories before we fire up the barby! A nice patriotic spin through Hidden Valley should do the trick. Get the legs warmed up for Saturday’s canyon rides. Lots of options for those wanting more mileage. See you there! 9am, starting at The Landing parking lot. This will be a "No Drop" ride, no one is left behind. 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. Cameron “Cam” Young CVC Ride Director 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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July 3: CVC GO Thursday Ride @ 5:30 pm & First Thursday Picnic @ 7 p.m.
by Sherrie Felton 02 Jul '14

02 Jul '14

What: CVC GO Thursday Ride @ 5:30 p.m. When: Thursday July 3, 2014 Route: Malibou Lake What Else: CVC First Thursday of the Month Picnic @ 7 p.m. DISTANCE: 20 miles. PACE: This is an intermediate level ride. The group includes mixed paces averaging 13 - 15+ mph. NO DROPS: The leader will sweep behind the group or wait ahead at strategic points/turns along the route, as needed, so nobody gets left behind. Faster riders who are familiar with the course and who prefer to ride ahead are encouraged to do so; they need not wait at regroup points. DIRECTIONS TO RIDE & PICNIC START: Triunfo Canyon Rd. in Westlake Village, just west of the dam, Westlake Tennis Club and Westlake Lake Management building. From the 101 Freeway, take Lindero Canyon south until it ends at Triunfo. Go right on Triunfo a couple hundred yards. You will see a grassy area. Park along the curb. PICNIC: Takes place the first Thursday of each month. All current and prospective club members and their guests are invited. I will bring crackers, cheese & cold bottled water; napkins and paper cups. Feel free to bring your own snacks and drinks to share as well. Bring a chair or a blanket to sit on and an extra layer for warmth, just in case. QUESTIONS: Email or call Sherrie at hatoolah(a)msn.com / 908.432.3480. 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. CVC 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. Regards, Sherrie Felton

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Challenged Athletes Foundation - Ojai Valley 3 Day Ride
by henry montalvo 02 Jul '14

02 Jul '14

Hey CVC'rs Many of you saw the direct affect that CAF has on the cycling community during the Junior Tour and EXPO at Cruisin' the Conejo. Now is your opportunity to make a direct impact yourself. As part of our Cruisin' the Conejo partnership with Challenged Athletes Foundation, we are making all of our members and guest riders aware of the... *CAF Cycling Challenge - Ojai Valley. September 12th-14th. * This 3-day ride offers iconic climbs, ocean views and some of the best riding Southern California has to offer. Your journey will take you from sun soaked Santa Barbara through the mountains into gorgeous Ojai Valley and will act as your base camp retreat. Each day you will be offered at least two different route options ranging from moderate to challenging. The Ojai Valley and the surrounding areas offer unforgettably beautiful scenery, challenging climbs, ocean views and first class accommodations. For more information on how to take part in this event and help raise important funds for the CAF, please visit CAF Cycling Challenge - Ojai Valley <http://www.challengedathletes.org/site/c.4nJHJQPqEiKUE/b.7949303/k.359E/CAF…> or contact Chris Renard <crenard(a)crcinc.com> or Julia Duggan <julia(a)challengedathletes.org> directly at CAF. Let's go Ride, Henry Montalvo President Conejo Valley Cyclists

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Tuesday 5:30 pm Rock Store Ride
by Jonathan Woodbury 30 Jun '14

30 Jun '14

The red race pace Rock Store ride will continue on Tuesday July 1 at 5:30 pm PDT. The ride leaves from the Landings parking lot. It will be a bit warm tomorrow but not too bad. [image: Inline image 1] Landing - Agoura Road to Cornell - Hammer down Cornell - Malibou Lake - Rock Store - Upper Encinal - Stingers - Decker/Westlake Descent - around Westlake Lake - Sprint on Lindero to Baronsgate Road - Agoura Road - Lakeview back to Landings Re-group at the Encinal Y for about 5 minutes. 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. Time to Hammer, Jonathan Woodbury Tuesday 5:30 Ride Leader jonwoodbury(a)gmail.com

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