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Wednesday Evening Beg/Int MTB ride, Wildwood, 6:00pm start
by Joan Sauber 09 Apr '13

09 Apr '13

CVC Wednesday evening Beginner/Intermediate MTB ride. *This ride is a mix of fire roads and technical single track ridden at a slower pace than the advanced ride.* Meet at the parking lot at the west end of Avenida de los Arboles. Start time is 6:00pm. Route to be determined. The goal is to ride from 1.5 - 2 hrs and travel about 8 - 12 miles. You don't have to have a mountain bike if you're new to the sport. A bike with wide tires and maybe a little front suspension will do to get started. Lights are recommended for the last portion of the ride - the sun sets at 7:22pm. *Please RSVP to me via email if you plan on coming. Thanks! * Joan Sauber 805-300-0823 _______________________________________________ announce mailing list announce(a)mail.cvcbike.org You can unsubscribe and manage your message preferences here: https://mail.cvcbike.org/mailman/listinfo/announce

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Wed. afternoon Landing Ride
by sheri 08 Apr '13

08 Apr '13

Let's meet at the Landing Parking Lot at 3:45 for a beautiful afternoon of riding! If the wind is bad, we may take an alternate route, otherwise, let's do our Hidden Valley run.. Avg. pace, 15+ for about a 24 mile up and back through Hidden Valley... to Treasure Hill, back down to Hidden Valley Rd. See you at 3:45, Sheri

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Tuesday Pm Int/Adv MTB ride 6PM
by Kent Koral 08 Apr '13

08 Apr '13

Hey CVC Mountain Bike Riders, This Tuesday we're riding in Lang Ranch, with options to ride into Chesebro or do Dead Cow. Meet at the end of Lang Ranch Pkwy at 6:00 pm. L R Pkwy is 1 block south of Los Arboles on Westlake Blvd. 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 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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Tuesday, 4-9-13 5:30pm Race Pace - Red Ride
by James Doane 07 Apr '13

07 Apr '13

Tues., 4-9th 5:30 pm Racer Group riders from Westlake : Reminder: This Tuesday's 4-9th 5:30 pm Race Pace- Red ridewill start the monthly varied ride route rotation as was previously announced : This Tuesday is: To the Coast and return route....... We'll go around the lake, up Decker/Westlake, down Encinal, up Mulholland, and back down Decker/Westlake. - Jonathan W.

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CVC Club Ride Recap for Week of 4-5-2013 through 4-11-2013
by Norman Weir 05 Apr '13

05 Apr '13

CVC Club Ride Recap for Week of 4-5-2013 through 4-11-2013 Hi CVC'rs, Here’s this upcoming week’s club ride recap summarizing the rides and identifying the club ride leaders. Please refer to the individual ride captain’s ride announcement emails for specific ride details. Very Important: As members and/or visitors of CVC we are all expected to abide by the following club safety policy while partaking in sanction rides. Sanction Rides Safety Requirements: * Helmets must be worn * Obey all traffic laws * Where provided, ride in the bike lane * Ride to the right, Pass on the left * Point-out hazards & approaching situations to riders behind you * Ride 2 abreast only where it is safe to do so; Single file where it is not. * Never ride more than 2 abreast * Avoid passing other riders on down-hills. * Indicate your intentions verbally For safe cycling, CVC recommends the following: * Ear buds and headphones are not permitted * Ride predictably; Avoid rapid changes in movement * Be vigilant for doors opening on parked cars * Use a mirror Local Rides: Saturday, 4-6-13: 8:30 AM rides are as followes: Red: Westlake Blvd/Decker Climb- Mulholland Hwy - Lower Encinal Canyon descent to PCH-Latigo Canyon-Mulholland Hwy-Decker Canyon descent back to Westlake Route: Orange: Westlake/Decker to Encinal Descent, PCH and up Latigo. This ride will follow the Red Ride. Stronger riders can challenge themselves with the Red pace. Route: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/992195 Gold: Chatsworth Resevoir Loop 42.7 Miles; 2,272 Feet Route:http://ridewithgps.com/routes/956667 Purple:Westlake through North Ranch to Oak Park Followed by Old Agoura. Route: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/1595291 Away Ride, Red Orange: Route: Sunday: 9:00am start at Citibank/Sprouts parking lot. Purple Reyes Adobe, Lindero Cyn. Oak Park to Agoura Hills. Route:http://ridewithgps.com/routes/1857864 Social Ride: Westlake to Arboles left on Parkview then a Left on Erbes follow by a Right on La Granada, we will ride up Lynn to Dos Vientos and returning on Portrero. New Route: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/1718765 Daylight Saving Time Rides have returned: Starting on Tuesdays, we are offering THREE Tues. PM rides - from the same Sprouts/Citibank parking lot start location: ( NE Corner of Westlake Blvd. & Hampshire/Agoura Rd.'s in Westlake) 1) 5:15pm Orange Ride : Dale Smith Leader Rock Store adding Upper Encinal Canyon ( when daylight permits) 2) 5:30pm Red Ride : Jim Doane Leader Rock Store adding Upper Encinal Canyon ( when daylight permits) - or Upper Encinal can be ridden immediately depending on the quality of your headlight Then.... a NEW ride for this year...... 3) 5:30 pm Racer Training Ride : Jonathan Woodbury Leader Along with the CVC Race Team, Club Member "Stravaites" & Guest riders Guest riders ( non members) are always welcome but will be required to sign the Club Liability waiver. Jonathan has proposed various start locations for his Tues. Racer rides each month: * First Tuesday: Rock Store. * Second Tuesday: Up Decker to Coast and back (e.g., Up Decker, down and back up Mulholland followed by a couple lake laps (if time permits) w/sprints & speed work for the non-climbers. * Third Tuesday Start earlier and do Piuma or Stunt, Meet at Saddle Peak, and head back as a pack. (Or park at Mulholland and Las V and meet group there.) * Fourth Tuesday: Rock Store. * Fifth Tuesday: Rock Store. Thursday evening daylight saving time (DST) at 5:30pm from Westlake Commencing on - Thursday, 3-14-13 Around the Lake, up Westlake to Little Sycamore and back 28 miles and 2,000 + climbing Next Week: Tuesday and Thursday PM Race, Red, and Orange rides from Citibank Parking, Time. Orange/Gold starts at 5:15 PM. Race and Red starts at 5:30 PM. Tuesday Morning at 8:30 Start from Citibank Parking Lot Tuesday PM Mountain Bike Rides-Novice and Advanced Start Time 6:00 PM. Lights are required and necessary It is getting dark earlier. With Kent K Wednesday afternoon Landing Ride! This ride meets at 3:45 at the Landing Parking lot at end of Lindero (same place as shops). we will be at end closest to the street. We try to ride as far as we can, but it's usually about 25 miles due to daylight. Inclement Weather Policy: In the interest of safety, whenever it is either actively raining or the ride route is wet it is our club’s policy to cancel scheduled club ride. Should club members choose to meet and ride in inclement conditions the ride will not be considered an official club ride. Upcoming Events: Conejo Valley Cyclists Classic Bicycle Ride, April 21th, 2013 Join us on Sunday April 21th, 2013 for a ride with your classic lightweight road/race bicycle. Many have, collect, and enjoy the “old” bikes and there are not too many opportunities for group rides dedicated to them so we at CVC have created our own quarterly Classic Bicycle Ride. We plan on a relaxed pace ride through Hidden Valley, past the estates of the rich and famous, and back of 20 miles. After the ride we invite you to bring a stand and display your classic and socialize with other bicycle enthusiasts at the Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf and the Natural Café. If you do not have a classic but you’d like to ride with us you are welcome to participate. When: April 21th, 9:00 AM Where: Meeting at Citibank Parking Lot - Westlake Village -- Westlake Blvd. & Agoura Road (North East Corner) 974 South Westlake Boulevard, Westlake Village, CA 91361 What to bring: a helmet (mandatory to participate) Contact information: Bob Muzio 818 635 3919 tr_jag(a)yahoo.com Cruisin' the Conejo, Sponsored by you the Members of Conejo Valley Cyclists, will be held on Saturday, May 11, 2013. This year there will be new routes for all to enjoy. The century will ride to the coast for the first time and the challenging metric will traverse the scenic mountains and the coast. Start telling your facebook friends to mark the date. CVC FUN RIDE -- Sunday, April 21th, 3:00 PM Meet at TRIUNFO PARK parking lot. Corner of Triunfo Canyon Road & Tamarack St. It’s time for another Fun Ride!!! Leave the clips & spandex at home, bring the T-shirts & Kids. Dust off those banana seat bikes and shine up the cruisers. Join us as we cruise around the lake and through the local neighborhoods. FUN RIDE Route: Triunfo Park to The Trails. A Casual 5.9 miles & an easy 143 feet of elevation. For a detailed map and route slip, go to: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/1817306 Contact Information, Henry Montalvo Fun Ride Leader 310-753-1265 henry.montalvo(a)gmail.com Upcoming Away Rides April 13th Glendora Mountain Road May 11th Cruising the Conejo CVC Sponsor Event June 8th Santa Barbara July 13th Flat Century from Leo Cabrillo August 10th Zuma to Latigo September 14th Ventura Santa Paula Loop October 12th Buellton to Los Alamos Route November 9th Rose Valley – Pine Mountain December 14th Gibraltar Road Upcoming Holiday Rides Memorial Day Ride Independence Day Ride Labor Day Ride Thanksgiving Day Ride Christmas Day Ride

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Sunday Social Ride
by dpssmith＠aol.com 05 Apr '13

05 Apr '13

CVC Sunday Social Ride – Sunday 9:00 AM 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: Westlake to Arboles left on Parkview then a Left on Erbes follow by a Right on La Granada, we will ride up Lynn to Dos Vientos and returning on Portrero. This route is recent addition to the rotation so have a route slip if you are unfamiliar with these directions. Hi Everyone, I'm a little under the weather and need to be off of the bike until Next Sunday. Please designate a ride leader. My suggestion for this Sunday is the Social Ride to Does Vientos and returning on Potrero. Please reference the route slip and map for details as this is new to the Social Ride. For a detailed map and route slip, go to: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/1718765 Re-grouping Locations: Westlake and Arboles. La Granada and Erbes rolling re-group Greenmeadow multi use path. Dos Ventos Community Center for Restroom and Water 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. It should be great weather for a ride,.I'll miss seeing you all, Dale _______________________________________________

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April Away Ride: Saturday, 4-13th, Glendora Mt. Rd to Mt Baldy Village
by James Doane 04 Apr '13

04 Apr '13

Hi CVC'ers Just a REMINDER of NEXT WEEK'S April's Away Ride: Sat., 4-13th -that we've previously announced via' the annual club ride calendar 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 GOLD RIDE -- Saturday, April 6th, 8:30 AM (PLEASE READ THE SAFETY REQUIREMENTS)
by henry montalvo 04 Apr '13

04 Apr '13

*CVC GOLD RIDE -- Saturday, April 6th, 8:30 AM (PLEASE READ THE SAFETY REQUIREMENTS) * 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: Chatsworth Resevoir Loop 42.7 Miles; 2,272 Feet* For a detailed map and route slip, go to*: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/956667 *Water & Toilet: Mile 15.8 (West Hills Rec. Center) Water & Toilet: Mile 27.0 (West Hills Rec. Center-again) Sanction Rides Safety Requirements: - Helmets must be worn - Obey all traffic laws - Where provided, ride in the bike lane - Ride to the right, Pass on the left - Point-out hazards & approaching situations to riders behind you - Ride 2 abreast only where it is safe to do so; Single file where it is not. - Never ride more than 2 abreast - Avoid passing other riders on down-hills. - Indicate your intentions verbally For safe cycling, CVC recommends the following: - Ear buds and headphones are not permitted - Ride predictably; Avoid rapid changes in movement - Be vigilant for doors opening on parked cars - Use a mirror ** 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 Purple Level Ride -- Sunday, April 7th, 9:00AM
by Norman Weir 04 Apr '13

04 Apr '13

CVC Purple Level Ride -- Sunday, April 7th, 9:00AM Meeting at Citibank Parking Lot - Westlake Village -- Westlake Blvd. & Agoura Road (North East Corner) for announcements; promptly at 9:00 AM, then split into our groups to depart. Route: Reyes Adobe, Lindero Cyn. Oak Park to Agoura Hills. For a detailed map and route slip, go to: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/1857864 Regroups: As frequent as possible to maintain the group Ride Leader: 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 Purple Ride -- Saturday, April 6Th, 8:30 AM
by Norman Weir 04 Apr '13

04 Apr '13

CVC Purple Ride -- Saturday, April 6Th, 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. Sanction Rides Safety Requirements: * Helmets must be worn * Obey all traffic laws * Where provided, ride in the bike lane * Ride to the right, Pass on the left * Point-out hazards & approaching situations to riders behind you * Ride 2 abreast only where it is safe to do so; Single file where it is not. * Never ride more than 2 abreast * Avoid passing other riders on down-hills. * Indicate your intentions verbally For safe cycling, CVC recommends the following: * Ear buds and headphones are not permitted * Ride predictably; Avoid rapid changes in movement * Be vigilant for doors opening on parked cars * Use a mirror * Route: Westlake through North Ranch to Oak Park Followed by Old Agoura. For a detailed map and route slip, go to: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/1595291 Regroups: Oak Canyon Community Park for water and restrooms As frequent as possible to maintain the group Ride Leader/s for this ride will be: Steve Vertrees and Michael Levy 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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