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Thursday bike ride/picnic-Lake Malibou
by Jan Grant 11 Apr '12

11 Apr '12

* We had 6 hardy riders last week. Fun group! Picnic depends on weather and whether anyone brings food, etc. Dress appropriately. Rain cancels (though "they" say it won't rain...).* *Thursday, April 12th, 5:30 p.m.* (Around-the-lakers can start at any time - picnic @ ~7:00) Westlake Village Start (directions below) Route: *Lake Malibou* - Triunfo to Westlake, right to Agoura Rd, right to Cornell, right, and up Cornell to Mulholland; around Lake Malibou and back the same way. Other alternatives back are up Rock Store or Troutdale and up Kanan. For CVC'rs, longer ride is between a "gold" and "orange" level. No drops. I wait for the slowest rider. *RIDE START:* Triunfo Road just west of the Dam (tennis) Club and little yacht club building in Westlake Village. (From the 101 Fwy, take Lindero Cyn. south until it ends at Triunfo. Go right on Triunfo a couple hundred yards…where there's grass, sidewalk, the lake…and park along the curb. Picnic is here after the ride.) *TIME:* Those wishing to get in ~20 miles, *5:30, ready to ride.* Those just going around the lake can show up at any time. *PICNIC:* After riding - picnic starts around 7:00 p.m. *WHAT TO BRING: HELMET AND BIKE!* For picnic, bring something to share (cheese, crackers, fruit, olives, pretzels, cookies, whatever…), a beverage (and something to drink it in if you don't want to drink out of the bottle), something to SIT on and a warm jacket. Also bring any friends, neighbors, relatives, S.O.'s and anyone else who might like to join us (preferably with bikes). Don't forget spare tubes, water bottles, etc. *ROUTES:* Longer ride: Routes will include Hidden Valley, Lake Malibou, North Ranch, and wherever. Around the lake: cruise around the lake in wide bike lanes…no left turns…~5 miles each loop…all flat, no discernible hills. If you wish to be removed from this e-mail list (unless you're getting the notice from CVC), please let me know. Also, feel free to pass the information on to friends, family and S.O's. Everyone is welcome. 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. Jan Grant

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CVC Tuesday Evening Novice to Intermediate MTB ride, 6:00pm Cheseboro
by Lee Cole 10 Apr '12

10 Apr '12

CVC Tuesday Evening Novice to Intermediate MTB ride Meeting this week at Cheseboro Rd and Cheseboro Canyon Rd in Agoura Hills. Start time is 6:00pm This will be our second ride. Last weeks adventure in the Dos Vientos area was an absolute blast! This weeks ride is 7 miles in length with an elevation gain of 600'. Not much. We did 8 miles last week with the same climbing, stopped often to see the views, rest, watch the wildlife, took pictures, etc and made it back as the advanced ride finished. You do not have to have a fully suspended mountain bike or any particular mountain biking skills. We will help you get going. Along that line I was at the CORBA Free Mountain Bike Skills Clinic last Saturday, some other members from CVC were there also. Mark Langton led the class with 27 people of all experience levels. This clinic is very good and Mark presented the MTB skills clinic very well. There was one person, Elise, maybe 60 years old, who just purchased her mountain bike the day before, had not rode bicycles in many, many years and by the end of the clinic was going over obstacles, how to turn, how to use the brakes, going up a relatively steep hill and down. This is a great clinic and would recommend it to anyone interested in learning more about mountain bike riding. Even experienced riders could learn something. I know I learned a lot. A last point about Mark, he was the editor of Mountain Biking Magazine for 7 years and has authored two books on mountain biking. Here is the link to find out more about this clinic: http://corbamtb.com/programs/skills.shtml Here is the RWGPS route for this evening. It would be best to view this in satellite view. http://ridewithgps.com/routes/1071688 Any questions you have contact me by email or phone. See you there! Lee Cole (805) 732-5982 lee(a)bicyclingpenguin.org

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Wed. afternoon Landing Ride
by sheri 09 Apr '12

09 Apr '12

As of now, there is a 90% chance of rain. If by chance the storm turns, I will send out an email Wednesday morning. Even if the rain stops in the afternoon, I am afraid it will be too wet, so... ride when you can and hope to see you all this weekend! Sheri

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CVC Tuesday Evening Novice and Advance Mountain Bike Ride 6PM Cheesebro Canyon
by Kent Koral 09 Apr '12

09 Apr '12

Hey CVC Mountain Bikers This Tuesday both the Novice(with Lee) and Advanced(with Kent) Mountain Bike rides will ride Cheesebro Canyon. We will meet in the lower parking area and ride at 6PM. Don't park in the upper lot as the rangers will lock the gate (hence your car will have a slumber party with the Coyotes). Most of our rides are approximately 8-15 miles and last around 1.5-2 hours. The Tuesday evening Novice ride is a beginner/intermediate paced ride and the Advanced ride is an intermediate/advanced paced ride. Lets stay together within our groups, and have a fun safe time. At this point you probably wont need to use a light except for the end of the ride. After the ride we can hit Ladyface Brewery for some well earned refreshments. See you out there. Kent Koral CVC Ride Director 818-802-0826

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Tuesday, April 10th
by dpssmith＠aol.com 09 Apr '12

09 Apr '12

Hi Gold Riders, We will start this Tuesday evening gold ride to the Rock Store from Citibank location to Malibou Lake - Rock Store - Mulholland Hwy - Decker Canyon - around Westlake Lake. 25 + miles with 2,100' of climbing. Starting at 5:15pm Same route as the Tuesday Red Ride (without upper Encinal Canyon). Re-group at: Cornell / Mulholland and top of Rock Store. With the sun setting early lights make it much easier to see and be seen. Here's the route using "Ride with GPS". Where you can view the route and print out a cue sheet:http://ridewithgps.com/routes/150707 The ride will start at 5:15pm See you then, Dale Smith Tuesday Gold Ride Leader dpssmith(a)aol.com

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Conejo Valley Cyclists Recap For The Week Starting 4-16-12
by Kent Koral 06 Apr '12

06 Apr '12

Hi CVC'rs, There are all kinds of cycling enjoyment to be had these days. This Saturday is the Santa Clarita Century, and I know we have a few CVCr’s riding. We also have a ton of rides that have kicked into gear since the time change, such as the Tuesday and Thursday road rides, Jan’s picnic ride, the Tuesday Mountain Bike Ride which now has both novice rides led by Lee Cole and the more advanced ride with me, Sheri’s Landing ride and all of the usual weekend offerings. If you have been wanting to get out on the trail with us and are looking to build those MTB skills or want to gain some more experience, CORBA is having their once a month free mountain bike skills seminar this Saturday at Malibu Creek State park. See link for more info. http://corbamtb.com/programs/skills.shtml Reminder: Cruisin’ the Conejo is fast approaching on May 5th and we are still looking for volunteers. We will need help on both Friday late afternoon and all day Saturday. Contact Sheri Leiken, our Volunteer Coordinator, to get involved at: ohsheri2005(a)sbcglobal.net. Keep in mind that with the new Ride Team Format, you will still see the rides posted by the individual Captains, and lead by the Ride Captain *or* another Ride Team Leader. *Everyone is invited and encouraged to take part in leading and assisting the rides, just contact the ride Captain and they will tell you all you need to know.* Below is a re-cap of the rides this weekend and next week. See the ride Captains individual posts on the mailing list for more information. Saturday: 8:30am Start at Citibank/Sprouts parking lot at Westlake Bl and Agoura Rd. · Purple: Petting Zoo with Beth M · Gold: Wood Ranch Loop with Brian D · Orange: Topanga/Old Topanaga with Norm W · Red: Las Virg/RockStore/PCH/Yerba with Jon W Sunday: 9:00am start at Citibank/Sprouts parking lot at Westlake Bl and Agoura Rd. · Purple: TBD · Social: La Granada/NorthRanch with Dale Next Week: · Tuesday and Thursday PM Red and Gold rides · Tuesday PM Mountain Bike Rides (2 levels) · Sheri’s Wednesday Landing Ride Jan's Thursday Picnic Soon: · Vintage and Classic Bike Ride-coming in April 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. See y'all out on the road and trail! Kent Koral Ride Director Conejo Valley Cyclists *818-802-0826* <818-802-0826>

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Sunday Social Ride
by dpssmith＠aol.com 05 Apr '12

05 Apr '12

CVC Sunday Social / Recovery Ride -- Sunday, April - 8th - 9:00am Meeting at Citibank Parking Lot - Westlake Village -- Westlake Blvd. & Agoura Road (North East Corner) Come out and join us for a social paced recovery ride (14 Mph Avg. Speed). 25-30 miles max. and then stay a while to socialize afterwards by having an after-ride beverage and snack. This week we will warm up by going around the lake and then towards Conejo School Road/La Granada pass through to Erbes. North down the hill on Erbes to Arboles where we will go up and around our Lang Ranch loop. >From there a slight climb up Westlake to Valley Spring where we will wind our way up and around County Club Drive back out to Kanan. Kanan to Fountainwood which we will use to connect back into Thousand Oaks Blvd. An optional Forest Cove - Reyes Adobe to Lake Lindero scenic ride and then back to socialize. After ride socializing - Natural Cafe' Restaurant - Patio and/or front grassy courtyard area. Many options at this location for beverage and food establishments.

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CVC Saturday GOLD Level Ride -- Saturday Apr 7th 8:30 AM
by henry montalvo 04 Apr '12

04 Apr '12

*CVC Saturday GOLD Level Ride -- Saturday Apr 7th 8:30 AM*** *Meeting at Citibank Parking Lot - Westlake Village -- Westlake Blvd. & Agoura Road (North East Corner) * **** Our guest ride leader this week will be Brian Davies. *Route: Wood Ranch Loop- Up Westlake, across Pederson, Olson/Madera, Long Canyon, Wood Ranch. Back up Olson to Erbes to La Granada to School Rd. and home. * For a detailed map and route slip, go to: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/998036 <http://ridewithgps.com/routes/998170> As usual, we will meet at the Citibank parking lot and have our pre-rideannouncements promptly at 8:30 am then splitting into our groups and departing. The *Gold Ride* is an Intermediate recreational ride, 30-40 miles in length and averaging 14 mph. It is mandatory to have and wear a helmet. It is the rider's responsibility to ensure that the helmet is in good condition (check expiration on helmet inner tag). Please make sure your bike is in working condition as well. *This is not a "no drop **ride**" so please understand the route before you start (and how to get back). As always we will try to stick together and 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. 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 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. See you there, Henry Montalvo 310-753-1265

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CVC Saturday Purple Ride Apr 7th 8:30 AM Lobo Canyon (aka Petting Zoo)
by Beth McElhenny 04 Apr '12

04 Apr '12

CVC Saturday Purple Ride Apr 7th 8:30 AM Lobo Canyon (aka Petting Zoo) Meeting at Citibank Parking Lot - Westlake Blvd & Agoura Road (North East Corner) Route: Lobo Canyon (aka Petting Zoo) Hi Purple Riders, This Saturday the Purples are scheduled for the "Petting Zoo" route. (Okay, I've never seen any animals at the end of that road so maybe it's time we re-name the route? LOL) As usual, there will be an extra loop around Westlake at the end for those who would like and extra 5 flat miles. Here is a link to the Ride With GPS website that will show you the route. Be sure to print out a route slip if you are unfamiliar with the area. The ride is 18.8 miles with 902 ft. of climbing. http://ridewithgps.com/routes/303596 We will meet at Citibank (corner of Agoura Hills and Westlake), rolling out at 8:30 AM. Please come EARLY for parking! To see Frequently Asked Questions regarding the Purple Ride, click here: http://www.cvcbike.org/?p=3127 The Purple ride is a beginner club ride with a 12-13 mph average pace but is open to all levels. No one gets dropped and no one is left behind. Please make sure to wear the appropriate riding attire. Please check your bike prior to Saturday and make any necessary repairs. Although the Purple ride is a "no drop" ride, for the enjoyment and safety of the participants, we will keep a 12-14 MPH average. If you feel you are not Purple ready, but want to work up to the Purple level, please contact the Ride Captain who will gladly give you some pointers and advise. We strongly recommend that you come out and meet the riders! The best stepping stone to grow into a Purple rider is to ride around Westlake! When you can sweep those 5 flat miles at a steady 12 to 14 mph pace, and still feel ready for more, then you will be able to handle many of the standard Purple routes. Things you need for every ride: Helmet-MandatoryWater or Sports DrinkI.D.Cell phoneSpare tubeCO2 cartridge or hand pumpPatch kitRoute slip CVC Purple Team! :-) Beth McElhenny 818-207-3186

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CVC Saturday Orange Level Ride -- Saturday April 7th 8:30 AM
by Norman Weir 04 Apr '12

04 Apr '12

CVC Saturday Orange Level Ride -- Saturday April 7th 8:30 AM Meeting at Citibank Parking Lot - Westlake Village -- Westlake Blvd. & Agoura Road (North East Corner) Route: Agoura, left on Las Virgenes right on Mureau through Calabasas up Topanga, returning on Old Topanga and Mulholland. Alternate extension for those wanting more challenge is up Fernwood down Stunt to Mulholland. Weather forecast is for 68 Deg., at the start the temperature should be in the low 50 Deg. Hi Everyone, On Saturday April 7th. starting at 8:30 AM we are riding the Topanga/Old Topanga returning on Mulholland route: Up Fernwood down Stunt to Mulholland is an optional extended route for those wanted additional climbing miles. Please use the restroom before departing. For a detailed map and route slip, go to: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/1037429 Optional extension with Fernwood Pacifica http://ridewithgps.com/routes/1037424 Re-Group Locations: McDonald’s at Las Virgenes and Agoura; Restroom and Water Top of Topanga at the Park: Fernwood Market at Fernwood and Topanga. Restroom and Water. Note regular route returns back to Old Topanga and make a left turn. Gated community across from seven minute hill on Mulholland. Last water stop. As usual, we will meet at the Citibank parking lot and have our pre-ride announcements promptly at 8:30AM then splitting into our groups and departing. The Orange Ride is an Intermediate/advanced recreational ride, 40-60 miles in length and averaging 17 mph.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 rideroute 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.. Regards Norm Weir (818) 282-2421Please 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.

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