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CVC Saturday Orange Level Ride -- Saturday June 23rd 8:30 AM
by Norman Weir 21 Jun '12

21 Jun '12

CVC Saturday Orange Level Ride -- Saturday June 23rd 8:30 AM Meeting at Citibank Parking Lot - Westlake Village -- Westlake Blvd. & Agoura Road (North East Corner) Route: Westlake to Topanga Cyn to Old Topanga returning through Calabasas. Weather forecast is for 79 Deg., at the start the temperature should be in the mid 60 Deg. Hi Everyone, On Saturday June 23rd. starting at 8:30 AM is the local ride which is similar to last week’s ride, we are riding Mulholland towards Topanga after stopping at San Juan Bautista De Anza, up Topanga, returning on old Topanga then through the Calabasas area. We are riding to San Juan Bautista De Anza for the first re-group then we are making a single file right on Las Virgenes to a Left on Mulholland and a right on Topanga. No passing on the descent unless on a straight after notifying the rider in front and absolutely no passing on any turns. Turning right on Old Topanga which turns in to Sienna returning through Calabasas on Mureau Road. Reference detailed map and route slip below for details: Please use the restroom before departing. For a detailed map and route slip, go to: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/1343050 Re-grouping Locations: San Juan Bautista De Anza Park for Restroom and Water, next restroom at the Gas Station at Parkway Calabasas and Calabasas Road. The guard building across from 7Min Hill for water. Top of Topanga Canyon climb for water. Old Topanga and Mulholland to make sure we have everyone. McDonald’s at Las Virgenes and Agoura for R/R and water. 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.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.. 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. Regards Norm Weir (818) 282-2421

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CVC Saturday GOLD Level Ride -- Saturday June 23rd 8:30 AM
by henry montalvo 21 Jun '12

21 Jun '12

*CVC Saturday GOLD Level Ride -- Saturday June 23rd 8:30 AM*** Meeting at Citibank Parking Lot - Westlake Village -- Westlake Blvd. & Agoura Road (North East Corner) * * **** *Sheri Leiken & Harlene Roen will lead the ride this week* * Route: 3 Lakes "New" Route- Through Hidden Valley, Up & Over Treasure Hill, Right on Reino, Cross Fwy at Wendy. Hillcrest to Westlake, TO Blvd to Rancho via Forest Grove, out and back to Malibu Lake, home on Agoura Rd. 39.5 Miles; 3,000 Feet. Water & Toilets: Borchard Park- Mile 12 ** Water & Toilets: Morrison Park- Mile 25* * *For a detailed map and route slip, go to: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/1231910 * * As usual, we will meet at the Citibank parking lot and have our pre-rideannouncements promptly at 8:30 am, then split into our groups and depart. 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 a "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 ridein 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. Remember, if you ride... RIDE GOLD!!!

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CVC Saturday Purple Ride 6/23 8:30 Wildwood Loop
by Beth McElhenny 20 Jun '12

20 Jun '12

CVC Saturday Purple Ride 8:30 Wildwood Loop Meeting at Citibank Parking Lot - Westlake Village. Westlake Blvd. & Agoura Road (North East Corner) This Saturday, the Purple ride will be doing the: Wildwood Loop Hi Purple Riders, This week we will ride our Wildwood Loop. Below 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 20.5 miles with 1413 ft. of climbing. Here is the link: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/303586 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-Mandatory Water or Sports Drink I.D. Cell phone Spare tube CO2 cartridge or hand pump Patch kit Route slip 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. Roll safely, CVC Purple Team! :-)

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CVC Red Ride: Sat., 6-23-12 : Westlake - Encinal Canyon-PCH-Latigo Canyon-Westlake
by Jim Doane 20 Jun '12

20 Jun '12

Hi CVC Red Riders: Here's another version of a Coast route ride that I propose we ride this week : Westlake Blvd-Encinal Canyon descent-PCH past Zuma-Up Latigo Canyon- back to Westlake Saturday, June 23rd 8:30am CVC RED Ride - Citibank/Sprouts Parking lot (Westlake Blvd. & Agoura/Hampshire Rd.'s, Westlake Village = N E Corner) Westlake Blvd/Decker Climb- Mulholland Hwy - Lower Encinal Canyon descent to PCH-Latigo Canyon-Mulholland Hwy-Decker Canyon descent back to Westlake CVC RED Ride: 47.78 miles 4,186' climbing Approx 3hrs. 30min's ride & re-grouping time Around the Lake - Up Westlake Blvd/Decker Canyon (1st re-group spot- last Mulholland "stinger" driveway water stop) Ride across Mulholland Hwy to Lower Encinal Canyon descent to PCH Ride East on PCH to "Free Zuma" rest stop- water & restrooms ( 2nd re-group spot) Climb through Zuma neighborhood back to PCH Continue on PCH East to Latigo Canyon Climb Latigo Canyon back to Kanan/Calimigos Ranch/Mulholland Hwy ( 3rd re-group & water stop) Mulholland Hwy to Decker Canyon descent Westlake Blvd. back to Citibank/Sprouts parking lot FYI: Here are Garmin stat.'s for this route from a previous ride: http://connect.garmin.com/activity/111604075 After ride food, drinks & socializing - Natural Cafe's or Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf's patio See you at 8:30am at the Westlake Citibank/Sprouts parking lot 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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Thursday June 21st (Summer Solstice) Bike Ride / Picnic (Updated)
by Sherrie Felton 19 Jun '12

19 Jun '12

Come on out this Thursday June 21st and join CVC for the Summer Solstice Bike Ride (5:30 p.m. Start) and Post-Ride Picnic (7:00 p.m.). ROUTE: Malibu Lake + Mulholland East Extension - Approximately 25 miles including a scenic climb up and over Mulholland Eastbound to Las Virgenes and a U-Turn back up Mulholland to Cornell. Please take a moment to review the route slip directly below this sentence for complete details. ROUTE SLIP: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/1333041 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 each regroup point. 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: Starts around 7:00 p.m., immediately after we finish the ride. 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. BE PREPARED: A helmet is mandatory. Other things to bring include water or sports drink; I.D. Spare tube(s); CO2 cartridges or hand pump; patch kit; cell phone. SAFETY NOTE: Please do not call out "clear" at intersections. The intersection may not be clear for the rider(s) behind you. 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) so I won't be waiting or looking for you. QUESTIONS: Email me (Sherrie) at hatoolah(a)msn.com or call 908-432-3480. 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 pm.

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CVC Tuesday pm Int-advMTB ride 6pm
by Kent Koral 18 Jun '12

18 Jun '12

Hey CVC Mountain Bike Riders, This Tuesday the Intermidiate/Advanced Mountain Bike ride will hit Sycamore Cyn. Park at Wendy and Portrero..we ride at 6pm<x-apple-data-detectors://61>. . Routes to be determined. Most of our rides are approximately 8-15 miles and last around 1.5 hours. This 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 in case we get caught out late. After the ride we can visit Cronies for some food and refreshments. See you out there. Kent Koral. -- Kent Koral (818) 802-0826

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CVC Thursday Evening Picnic Ride -- Thursday June 21th (Ride at 5:30 PM) (Picnic at 7:00 PM)
by Norman Weir 18 Jun '12

18 Jun '12

CVC Thursday Evening Picnic Ride -- Thursday June 21th (Ride at 5:30 PM) (Picnic at 7:00 PM) Meeting at Westlake Association Building on Triunfo West of Lindero Canyon Rd. Route: Lake Malibu and Sherwood loop with an approximate 20 miles distance. Weather forecast is for 78 Deg., at the time of the picnic the temperature should be in the high 60 Deg. Hi Everyone, Please join us in welcoming our new Picnic Ride Leader Sherrie Felton. Sherrie will continue the outstanding tradition of Jan’s Picnic Ride. Jan established and led the picnic ride for years and as a result many friendships were made over a glass of fermented grapes, cheese, crackers and fruits. Jan it is an honor to know you and to be in your company, you are appreciated and will be missed. We all wish you the very best in your new home. This Thursday June 21st Starting at 5:30 we are riding from Westlake, West of the Westlake Association Building, to the Malibu and Sherwood lake loop. Following the ride join the traditional picnic while enjoying the tranquility of the lake and the company of your fellow cyclists. Reference detailed map and route slip below: Direction to the Start location: Triunfo Canyon Rd 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. You will see a grassy area where we picnic after the ride. Park along the curb. For a detailed map and route slip, go to: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/1333041 Please note route U-Turn on Mulholland before Las Virgenes Longer ride includes both Gold and Orange paces averaging 14+/15+ mph. No Drops: I wait for the slowest rider at each regroup stop. Waiting at regroup stops is optional for faster riders who are familiar with the route. Short Route: Westlake Lake Laps Start: Those riding lake laps may start at any time. Cruise around the lake in wide bike lanes. One lap = approximately five miles. Flat with no left turns and no discernible hills. Proceed North up Triunfo Canyon Rd RT onto Westlake Blvd RT onto Agoura Rd RT ont Lindero Canyon Rd RT onto Triunfo Canyon Rd Back to start point on Triunfo Another time around? Safety Notes: Please do not call out "clear" at intersections. The intersection may not be clear for the rider(s) behind you. If you start with the group but later decide to cut the ride short or take a different route, please let the ride leader know at a regroup stop or leave me a message (Sherrie's cell: 908-432-3480) so I won't be waiting or looking for you. Picnic: Starts 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. The Picnic Ride is an recreational ride, at an average speed of 10+ mile per hour. 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 a "no drop ride" the ride leader will make sure that everyone that is partaking in the ride completes the ride; however, if you are deviating from the route, please inform the ride leader. 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. Regards Sherrie Felton (908) 432-3480

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Thurs. Night Red Ride
by Jim Doane 18 Jun '12

18 Jun '12

Advance notice - instead of our regular Thurs. Red Ride route : Up Westlake - Mulholland Hwy-Little Sycamore to the top of Yerba Buena & back I propose that we change the route for at least this week to take advantage of the longest summer day of daylight. Up Westlake Blvd. to Mulholland Hwy -to Encinal Canyon all the way down to PCH & back up the same way . I know quote a few red riders ride the Camarillo Crit practice on Thurs. so our normal riding group is usually less and Jan's picnic ride ( being taken over by Sheri this week.) is also an available Thurs. club ride option. However - just in case anyone been previously dissuaded to joining us by the thought of returning from Yerba on the rough & bumpy road surface now's our change to ride a different route. Thursday, 6-21st 5:30pm Westlake - Citibank/Sprouts Parking lot NE corner Westlake Blvd. & Agoura/Hampshire Rd.'s Jim Doane- CVC Red Ride Captain

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Tuesday Novice MTB Ride Sycamore Canyon, 6:00pm start
by Lee Cole 18 Jun '12

18 Jun '12

CVC Tuesday Evening Novice MTB ride Meeting this week at Wendy and Potrero to ride Sycamore Canyon Start time is 6:00pm Into Sycamore the back way, down Two Foxes trail, up Wood Canyon return via the paved road and up the BB and out. We can adjust the length of the ride as the riders want with two bailout points at Two Foxes and Wood Canyon. Sycamore Canyon route in RWGPS: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/1334229 You do not need a fully suspended mountain bike or any particular mountain biking skills. We will help you get going. Any questions you have contact me by email. See you there! Joan Sauber

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Tuesday/Thursday Ride Changes and Additions
by sheri 17 Jun '12

17 Jun '12

It's Summer Solstice week!! Let's kick it off right! Beginning on Tuesday mornings at 8:30 a.m. at Citbank, there will be an addition of a morning ride all summer long hosted by Sheri Leiken and Dennis Miller! Come ride a 25-35 mile ride at a 14-15+ mph avg... Routes given each week. On Thursday evenings, Sheri Felton will be taking over Jan's picnic ride! Let's come on out there and show some love and support of our new ride leader! Same picnic, some route changes, but same fun! So, mark your calendars! This TUESDAY MORNING, let's meet at the same place as our Saturday rides. We will ride the 7 min. Hill route. Tuesday morning is not a "no drop ride" but as always let's try to stick together and have a fun,safe ride. 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. Sheri

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