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CVC Tuesday Evening MTB Ride 6PM
by Kent Koral 16 Apr '13

16 Apr '13

Hey CVC Mountain Bike Riders, This Tuesday we're riding in Wildwood. Meet in the parking lot at the end of Los Arboles at 6:00 pm. Exact routes to be determined. Most of our rides are approximately 8-15 miles and last around 1.5-2 hours. This is an intermediate/advanced paced ride and not a no-drop ride. but,lets stay together within our groups, and have a fun safe time. You will sill need a light for the end of the ride and some spares. I wont be making the Tuesday ride for a while but there is always a good showing and, as usual, great leading from Ben Griffes of the Conejo Mountain Bike Club. See you soon. Kent Koral (818) 802-0826

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Sunday Social Ride
by dpssmith＠aol.com 11 Apr '13

11 Apr '13

Hi Everyone, Let's have those faster riders that need a brisker pace or longer ride depart a few minutes earlier. Please be aware of the route to allow those that need to slow the pace to meet at regroup spots. We can always regroup at the same locations allowing those that start earlier with the option to join us later. Options to extend the route could be adding the climb to the top of Piuma. The intent of our Sunday Social Ride is to maintain a pace that allows a conversation within the group of riders in close proximity. Sunday's 9:00 AM the CVC Social Ride is riding to De Anza Park, through Cold Canyon to Piuma returning on Las Virgenes to Mulholland around the lake and returning Cornell Rd. with a finishing lap around Westlake. Meeting at Citibank Parking Lot - Westlake Village -- Westlake Blvd. & Agoura Road (North East Corner), this is a longer social route with options to make it shorter. Route: Agoura to Juan Bautista De Anza for Restroom and Water, East on Mulholland then right on Cold Canyon Road to Piuma, right on Piuma and re-group at the fire station, Piuma to Las Virgenes, left on Mulholland to Cornell and around the Lake. For a detailed map and route slip, go to: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/772249 Re-grouping Locations: King Gillette Ranch Restroom and Water. Piuma Fire Station Water, restroom is available if the station is open Cornell and Mulholland. As usual, we will meet at the Citibank parking lot and have our pre-ride announcements promptly at 9:00 AM then splitting into our groups and departing. It is mandatory to have and ware a helmet and it is the rider's responsibility to ensure that the helmet is valid (check expiration on helmet inner tag, usually good for five years) and in good working condition. It is not a "no drop ride" but as always let's try to stick together and have a fun, safe ride. Things to have: Water to complete the ride or at least to reach the next water stop. Tools to perform minor repairs. Chain repair linkage. Inner-tube and inflated device. Cellular phone. Food to replenish energy. 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. After the ride, please join us at one of the many refueling options available at the finish such as Natural Cafe, Sea Casa, East Coast Bagel, Sprouts Market, etc.. Please remember to park in the area along Westlake Bl.(between the street and the first driveway aisle) and not in the area in front of the Shops/Market. If we don't respect the requests of the lease tenants, we could be asked to park elsewhere. See you Sunday, Dale

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CVC Thursday Afternoons Rolling Again! Join Us April 18th, 5:15 PM
by Sherrie Felton 11 Apr '13

11 Apr '13

Join CVC on April 18th at 5:15 pm for the first Thursday afternoon picnic ride of 2013! We will start with the Malibu Lake Ride. Please see the route slip for details. If you are not familiar with the route, please be sure to bring a copy of the route slip with you. The Ride starts at 5:15 p.m. ROUTE: Malibu Lake + optional Mulholland East extension DISTANCE: 20-25 miles. PACE: This is an intermediate level ride that includes both Gold and Orange paces averaging 14+/15+ mph. NO DROPS: I wait for the slowest rider at strategic points along the route. DIRECTIONS TO RIDE START: Triunfo Canyon Rd. in Westlake Village, just west of the Dam (tennis) Club and little yacht club 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 where we PICNIC after the ride. Park along the curb. PICNIC: If a QUORUM is present, the Post-Ride Picnic will begin around 7:00 p.m. Please bring something to share: cheese crackers, fruit, olives, pretzels, cookies, whatever; a beverage and something to drink it out of if you don't want to drink it out of the bottle; something to sit on and a warm jacket. Bring your friends, neighbors, relatives, significant others, etc. QUESTIONS: Email me at hatoolah(a)msn.com or call my cell at 908.432.3480. SAFETY NOTES: 1. A helmet is mandatory. I.D., water or sports drink, a snack, spare tube(s), CO2 cartridges or hand pump, patch kit, cell phone are recommended.2. Please do not call out "clear" at intersections. The intersection may not be clear for the rider(s) behind you.3. If you start with the group but decide to cut the ride short or take a different route, please let me know at a regroup stop or leave me a message (cell: 908-432-3480).4. Seasonal safety issues:- Be prepared for heat. Stay hydrated. Carry a sports drink or capsules to keep your electrolytes in balance. Drink before you feel thirsty. Know the signs of heat exhaustion and offer assistance if you see another rider exhibiting these signs.- The tar used to repair asphalt roads can become semi-liquid and slippery on hot days. Example: The Decker/Westlake descent has multiple places where asphalt cracks have been sealed with tar. Use caution when riding over these areas in high heat.- Be prepared for flats. The “Goat’s Head” thorn, a.k.a. “Puncture Vine” a.k.a. Tribulus Terrestris, is a frequent cause of tube punctures. Carry an extra tube or two- and even a patch kit for flat repairs. 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. ADDENDUM: Round-the-lakers can start at any time and join us for the picnic at 7:00 p.m. (see note about picnic quorum, above). Regards,Sherrie Felton

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CVC Red Ride: Sat. 4-13th :Hidden Valley-PCH Coast Hwy & return routes
by James Doane 10 Apr '13

10 Apr '13

Hi CVC Red Riders: For those Red Riders not riding the Glendora Mt. Rd. "Away Ride" this Sat..... Here is a local route that you can ride which is seperate from the Orange/Gold Rock Store + routes as were previously announced. Saturday, April 13th, 8:30am Westlake Village Citibank/Sprouts Parking lot: NE corner of Westlake Blvd. & Agoura/Hampshire Rd.'s Westlake-Hidden Valley-Portero Canyon-Coast Route & return route options Here's the route: Loop around Westlake Lake ( from the East side) L on Westlake Blvd R Portero Rd. R Reino Rd. L Lynn/Portrero Continue through Dos Vientos & Portero Canyon 1st Re-group: CSCI College driveway L Hueneme Rd. L Las Posas L PCH 2nd Re-group: Sycamore Beach Park You can decide from there as to the return route: Deer Creek Yerba Buena Mulholland Hwy - probably the coolest option Decker Canyon - for a little harder climbing challenge Encinal Canyon Latigo Canyon 8:30am Sat. in Westlake Please organize yourselves into the Red Riders group and have a nice, safe ride. See you locally Next Sat. Jim Doane - CVC Red Ride Captain 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 GOLD RIDE -- Saturday, April 13th, 8:30 AM
by henry montalvo 10 Apr '13

10 Apr '13

*CVC GOLD RIDE -- Saturday, April 13th, 8:30 AM** * Meeting at Citibank Parking Lot - Westlake Village -- Westlake Blvd. & Agoura Road (North East Corner) for announcements; promptly at 8:30 am, then split into our groups to depart. *Route: Rock Store via Cornell with Upper Encinal or Little Sycamore Extension *For a detailed map and route slip, go to*: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/1114070 Water & Toilet: Mile 9.4 (Peter Strauss Ranch) **Water: Mile 18.0 (Westside of street, house with water)* *Water: Mile 25.2 (Westside of street, house with water) *** The *Gold Ride* is an Intermediate recreational ride, 30-40+ miles in length and averaging 14+ mph. 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. *This is a "drop **ride**" so please understand the route before you start (and how to get back). As always we will try to stick together & have a fun safe **ride**. We will regroup regularly and to allow everyone a chance to ride together.* *Things to have:*** Helmet !!! - *Water to complete the ride or at least to reach the next water stop* - Tools to perform minor repairs -Chain repair linkage - Inner-tube and pump (or the like) - Cellular phone - Food to replenish energy*.* *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 ridein these conditions; however, the ride will not be considered an official club ride. Please remember to park in the area along Westlake Blvd. (between the street and the first driveway aisle) and not in the area in front of the Shops/Market. If we don't respect the requests of the lease tenants, we could be asked to park elsewhere. Remember, if you ride... RIDE GOLD!!!

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CVC Members-We Need You!
by Kent Koral 10 Apr '13

10 Apr '13

Hi CVC'rs, As you know, our club runs successfully on the generous and enthusiastic support of our members to lead rides, plan club events, administer the everyday operations of the club and planning and operating of our annual Cruisin' the Conejo event which is scheduled for 5-11-13. There currently exists a few places that we would appreciate your help: 1) A few different areas on our Cruisin' staff: Contact Sheri Leiken at ohsheri2005(a)sbcglobal.net or reference her previous emails for directions to the Cruisin' volunteer site. 2) Various club ride leadership roles : As we announced and decided at last Sunday's rides, we'd like to have a leader for an additional Sunday ride at an Orange/Red ride level. This additional ride will provide a longer/faster alternative to our regular Social Ride which we'll keep at the Gold Ride level pace Also, we'd like to have a regular Sunday Purple Ride leader. If you would like more information about leading a club ride - contact Norm Weir normweir(a)sbcglobal.net or me directly. Being a contributing CVC member is a gratifying and rewarding way to involve yourself with our club members and to contribute to the sport that we all love. Without active, enthusiastic membership involvement, we'll cease to be the great, friendly and fun club that we are. I'll see you out on the road or trail, Kent Koral President Conejo Valley Cyclists (818) 802-0826 kentkoral(a)gmail.com

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April's Away Ride: Sat., 4-13th is the Glendora Mt. Rd.-Mt. Baldy Village.
by Norman Weir 10 Apr '13

10 Apr '13

Hi CVC'ers This WEEK'S April's Away Ride: Sat., 4-13th is the Glendora Mt. Rd.-Mt. Baldy Village. -that we've previously announced via' the annual club ride calendar Please RSVP if you are planning on attending? Red/Orange Away Ride. Saturday, 4-13th 9:00am start Glendora Mt. Rd. - Mt. Baldy Village -(Optional: Switchbacks to Ski Lifts) Then down to Claremont-La Verne-San Dimas-Glendora Start: 9:00am Glendora High School: Foothill Blvd. & Valley Center Dr., Glendora CA - parking lot on East side of Valley Center Dr. (south of school buildings) Car Driving Instructions: ( 50 miles from Westlake ) Travel to #210 Frwy: East to Glendora Exit: Lone Hill Ave (turn left at bottom of off -ramp: going N) First major intersection is route # 66 = turn left 1 block on Rte # 66 bear to right on a diagonal street called: Compromise Line Rd. about 1/4 mi. = R on Valley Center Ave. look for Glendora H.S. Parking lot on Right side ( East side of road) Bike Ride description: See ride stats. from my Garmin computer - the last time we rode this ride http://connect.garmin.com/activity/189658903 48.16 miles 6,280 total ft. of climbing ( incl.optional loop: 4 miles, 1809' of switchbacks up & back after Baldy Village ) Moderate climbing & beautiful views most of the way in multiple directions: Urban, canyons, reservoirs & mountains. Suitable to Orange & Red Club riders: both in distance & overall climbing feet: Many places to turn around and ride back downhill if you so desire After twenty miles - we'll descend to Baldy Village (water, food, beer, bathrooms) Ride Specifics: Total ride 48 mile loop - bring extra water- drink mix - NO water stops along way- for 1st 20 miles Climbing concentrated in first one-third of ride - similar to our Yerba Buena Rd. The total ride is easier than riding all of Yerba Buena however. If you like our Mulholland Hwy ride from PCH - you'll like this ride even better. First 4 miles (4-12% grades max.) averages 8-9% Then ride across Ridge (4-5%) overlooking Azusa Canyon: Morris Reservoir & San Gabriel Reservoir Last turn - Newman Point overlook : 6.2 miles - before heading due East Top of first climbing part: 8.5 miles Descend to Intersection of Glendora Ridge Rd. at :8.9 mi. Ride for 11.1 miles ( mostly gradual swooping uphills & downhills) Cow Canyon Saddle : at 20.0 miles Steep descent (.8 mi.) to Mt. Baldy Village (at 4,000' elevation) Stop for water-food, beer at Mt. Baldy Restaurant Challenge: while others are "lunching" at the Lodge - we can climb the extra credit steep switchbacks 4 miles, 1809' of switchbacks up & back from Baldy Village (a segment from the 2011 AMTOC ) Then we can ride back either of two routes - we'll see who wants to ride which ..... 1) Downhill to Claremont, La Verne, across a couple small rollers & bike path to San Dimas & Glendora - see the route & map above OR..... 2) Re-ride the route in the opposite direction ( retrace ride) - steep but relatively short climb ( .8 mi. out of Baldy Village then mostly downhill on Glendora Ridge Rd. ( some significant rollers) & GMR back to start/finish - less traffic this way and nicer canyon views PLEASE RSVP TO ME IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN THIS RIDE. - so I can be sure we have enough interest to "proceed" - last time we had 17 -20 riders ( everybody made it- and loved the ride) Jim Doane - CVC Red Ride Captain

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CVC Purple Level Ride -- Saturday, April 13th, 8:30 AM
by Norman Weir 10 Apr '13

10 Apr '13

CVC Purple Level Ride -- Saturday, April 13th, 8:30 AM Meeting at Citibank Parking Lot - Westlake Village -- Westlake Blvd. & Agoura Road (North East Corner) for announcements; promptly at 8:30 AM, then split into our groups to depart. Rain is in the forecast for Thursday through Sunday; however, if conditions allows us to ride the following route provide many options to shorten the ride. For details, please refer to the Inclement weather policy. Local route below the away route is in Camarillo. Route: De Anza, Mulholland Cornell and around the Lake. For a detailed map and route slip, go to: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/1427438 Regroups: De Anza Park for water and restrooms As frequent as possible to maintain the group Ride Leader/s for this ride will be: We need volunteers to lead the Purple rides. The Purple Ride is an entry level ride no one is dropped; however, if you are not planning on completing the route please inform the ride leader. Average distance is less than 25 miles at a pace of less than 12 MPH. It is mandatory to have & wear a helmet. It is the rider's responsibility to ensure that the helmet is in good condition. This is a "no drop ride" however, please try to stay together. 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. Things to have: Helmet !!! - Water to complete the ride or at least to reach the next water stop - Tools to perform minor repairs -Chain repair linkage - Inner-tube and pump (or the like) - Cellular phone - Food to replenish energy. 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. Please remember to park in the area along Westlake Blvd. (between the street and the first driveway aisle) and not in the area in front of the Shops/Market. If we don't respect the requests of the lease tenants, we could be asked to park elsewhere. Remember, if you ride...

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CVC Orange Ride -- Saturday, April 13th, 8:30 AM
by Norman Weir 10 Apr '13

10 Apr '13

CVC Orange Ride -- Saturday, April 13th, 8:30 AM Meeting at Citibank Parking Lot - Westlake Village -- Westlake Blvd. & Agoura Road (North East Corner) for announcements; promptly at 8:30 AM, then split into our groups to depart. Route: Rockstore with the options of adding Encinal, Little Sycamore and Hidden Valley. Regroups: Re-group at the top of Rockstore . Re-group to be decided based on route options. For a detailed map and route slip, go to: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/969380 Ride leader/s for this ride will be: I will be riding the away ride this weekend and will need someone to take the lead The Orange is an Intermediate to advanced ride, 40+ miles in length. It is mandatory to have & wear a helmet. It is the rider's responsibility to ensure that the helmet is in good condition. This is a "drop ride" so please understand the route before you start (and how to get back). As always we will try to stick together & have a fun safe ride, frequent regroups will allow everyone a chance to ride together. Things to have: Helmet !!! - Water to complete the ride or at least to reach the next water stop - Tools to perform minor repairs -Chain repair linkage - Inner-tube and pump (or the like) - Cellular phone - Food to replenish energy. 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 club rides. Club members may still choose to meet and ride in these conditions; however, the ride will not be considered an official club ride. Please remember to park in the area along Westlake Blvd. (between the street and the first driveway aisle) and not in the area in front of the Shops/Market.

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CVC Gold/Purple Level Away Ride -- Saturday, April 13th, 8:30 AM
by Norman Weir 10 Apr '13

10 Apr '13

CVC Gold/Purple Level Away Ride -- Saturday, April 13th, 8:30 AM In conjunction with our Channel Island Bicycle Club (CIBC) friends the route starts in Camarillo at freedom park near the Camarillo Airport, to Trancas and Back. Purple riders this a very flat route and the chance to ride PCH and enjoy the views. 8:30 AM Camarillo Airport, Freedom Park, Parking Lot Exit Freeway 101 at South Las Posas Road and turn South toward the ocean, then turn right (West) on Pleasant Valley. Freedom Park is on the right. Please arrive by 8:15 AM for a 8:30 AM departure? Gold/Purple Ride route: 47 total miles for the complete ride to Trancas and back 850 total feet of climbing Avg. grade = 1.1% MAX grade = 8.8% One only at Le Carrillo. Ascent = 5% of ride ( mostly up and back down) Flat = 95% Ride description: basically down (South) on PCH and back. Route: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/2017273 The nice part of this ride is that you can make it as long or as short as you prefer. We are starting with the CIBC and riding south towards Trancas and back. Please let me know by responding to this email if you are planning on attending? Ride leaders for this ride will be: Jeff and Sui-Yuk Mayeda; J. C. Simmons will provide additional assistance and sweep the ride; The Gold/Purple is a beginner to Intermediate ride, 20+ miles in length. It is mandatory to have & wear a helmet. It is the rider's responsibility to ensure that the helmet is in good condition. This is a no drop and a very easy route with the intent of maintaining the group & have a fun safe ride. We will regroup regularly to allow everyone a chance to ride together. Things to have: Helmet !!! - Water to complete the ride - Tools to perform minor repairs -Chain repair linkage - Inner-tube and pump (or the like) - Cellular phone - Food to replenish energy. 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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