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CVC Tuesday Night Mountain Bike Ride 2-28-12 6PM
by Kent Koral 27 Feb '12

27 Feb '12

Hey MTB'rs, This Tuesday we are riding Whitehorse Via Los Robles trail. We will meet at the South end of Moorpark Dr. (Same Trailhead as Space Mountain). Most of our rides are approximately 10 miles and last under 2 hours. The Tuesday MTB night ride is a intermediate paced ride. lets stay together and have a fun safe time. Be sure to have a light capable of lighting a dark trail and lasting at least 2.5 hours and bring a spare tube & pump at a minimum. See you out there. Kent Koral CVC Ride Director 818-802-0826

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CVC Sunday Social / Recovery Ride -- Sunday, February 26th - 9:00am
by Adam Winer 24 Feb '12

24 Feb '12

CVC Sunday Social / Recovery Ride -- Sunday, February 26th - 9:00am Meeting at Citibank Parking Lot - Westlake Village -- Westlake Blvd. & Agoura Road (North East Corner) Happy new year everyone! I'm looking for an energetic, motivated club member or club members to help lead the Sunday Social rides. If you have any interest in lending a hand, let me or Kent our ride director know. This weeks Route: Hidden Valley Backwards (Optional Dos Vientos Extension) Come out and join us for a social paced ride (14 Mph Avg. Speed). Approximately 30 miles and then stay a while to socialize afterwards by having an after-ride beverage and snack. This week we will once again take some favorite roads and run them backwards. Right turn out of the parking lot onto Townsgate Rd. Right on Lakeview Cyn. Left on Agoura Rd. Right on Lindero Cyn. Right on Triunfo Cyn. Left on Hampshire Rd. Left on Foothill Dr. Left on Willow Ln. Left on Thousand Oaks Bl. Left on S. Rancho Rd. Right on Haaland Dr. Right on Rolling Oaks Dr. Left on Moorpark Rd. Right on Green Meadow Ave. Use the Green Meadow MUP. Left on Lynn Rd. At Reino Rd, you can make a left to W. Portero Rd and take Hidden Valley backwards back to the start or *Optional extension: While on Lynn Rd., cross S. Reino Rd. which becomes W. Portero Rd. Right on Via Las Brisas Left on Portero Rd which becomes Lynn Rd. Right on S. Wendy Dr. Left on W. Portero Rd. Hidden Valley backwards back to the start. After ride socializing - Natural Cafe' Restaurant - Patio and/or front grassy courtyard area. There are many options at this location for beverage and food establishments.

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Purple Ride - Sunday, February 26th at 9:00 AM
by Kelly Pacillas 23 Feb '12

23 Feb '12

PLEASE tell me that you have all had a chance to get outside in this amazing sunshine?!? We have more sunny goodness lined up for us this weekend! The Purple ride is going to head up Westlake to Kanan, back on Thousand Oaks Blvd. to Lindero and end with a great lake loop! This is a perfect ride for a recovery spin, new riders and family members who want to see what all the hubbub is about this great sport we call cycling! I want to see you Sunday!! We will meet at Citibank (corner of Agoura Hills and Westlake), rolling out at 9:00 AM. 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 Sunday and make any necessary repairs. 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. CVC Purple Team! :-) Kelly Pacillas 818-564-9260

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CVC Gold Ride, Saturday 2-25-2012, 8:30AM Westlake Citibank
by henry montalvo 23 Feb '12

23 Feb '12

*CVC Saturday GOLD Level Ride -- Saturday Feb 25th 8:30 AM*** *Meeting at Citibank Parking Lot - Westlake Village -- Westlake Blvd. & Agoura Road (North East Corner) *** *Route: Out to the Ranch Conejo Open Space (behind Amgen) via Hillcrest; cross the Fwy. At Wendy to Reino; Up and over Potrero; and across the valley to Westlake Blvd; and finally a lake loop* *32.9 Miles; approx. 2,050 ft. of climbing* For a detailed map and route slip, go to: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/956598 *Regroups are noted on the ride map (may change as needed).* As usual, we will meet at the Citibank parking lot and have our prerideannouncements promptly at 8:30AM 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 valid (check expiration on helmet inner tag, usually good for five years) and in good working condition. *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 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 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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Calling all PURPLE Riders
by Beth McElhenny 23 Feb '12

23 Feb '12

Hello All Purple Riders! By now you should have seen Kent's email about the changes to our rides structure. Each color group will now have a Ride Captain and several Ride Leaders! This allows the existing Ride Leaders some flexibility and provides the ride group with some variety! Please email me directly if you would like to join the SATURDAY Purple Ride Leader rotation and email Kelly directly for the SUNDAY Purple Ride Leader rotation. Some of the Ride Leader responsibilities: Take a head countDirect new riders to Kent or Jim to sign the waiverExplain the route to your group before leaving the lotAsk for / assign a sweeperHave a fun ride! Some FAQ's: The Purple routes will continue to be emailed out by Kelly and meYou will be able to choose the specific routes you'd like to leadSoon the routes and ride leaders will be posted on the CVC websiteThe routes and leaders will be set up about a month in advance, so everyone can make their plansWe expect to work up to several ride leaders so no one gets "stuck" doing it all the time Thank you for your continued participation in making this a great club! Your Purple Ride Captains! Saturday: Beth McElhenny 818-207-3186 Sunday: Kelly Pacillas 818-564-9260

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CVC Saturday Gold Level Ride -- Saturday Feb 25th 8:30 AM
by henry montalvo 23 Feb '12

23 Feb '12

*CVC Saturday GOLD Level Ride -- Saturday Feb 25th 8:30 AM*** *Meeting at Citibank Parking Lot - Westlake Village -- Westlake Blvd. & Agoura Road (North East Corner) *** *Route: Out to the Ranch Conejo Open Space (behind Amgen) via Hillcrest; cross the Fwy. At Wendy to Reino; Up and over Potrero; and across the valley to Westlake Blvd; and finally a lake loop* *32.9 Miles; approx. 2,050 ft. of climbing* For a detailed map and route slip, go to: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/956598 *Regroups are noted on the ride map (may change as needed).* As usual, we will meet at the Citibank parking lot and have our prerideannouncements promptly at 8:30AM 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 valid (check expiration on helmet inner tag, usually good for five years) and in good working condition. *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 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 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 Red Ride Saturday, 2-25-12 WL-Piuma-across Saddle Peak-down Fernwood-up Old Topanga & back to WL
by Jim Doane 23 Feb '12

23 Feb '12

Hi CVC Red Riders I propose that we ride in the opposite direction to last week's ride for a change of pace. CVC Red Ride Saturday, 2-25-12 8:30am Citibank/Sprouts Parking lot = NE corner Agoura Rd & Westlake Blvd. Westlake Village- Piuma Rd.- across Saddle Peak-down Fernwood-Up Old Topanga Canyon then Calabassas return to Westlake This ride affords us to the opportunity to climb Piuma & ride in the reverse direction of our usual Fernwood climb and then we'll return via' Old Topanga Canyon and Calabassas-Mureau Rd.-Agoura-Westlake 8:30am start: Westlake Village First re-group: Juan Bautista de Anza Park Second re-group: top of Piuma - ocean overlook FYI: Piuma is 2X Rock Store in distance & climbing feet - see if you can ride it in less than 30 min's Third re-group: top of Stunt Rd. - then proceed up Saddle Peak riding to the East, across Tuna Canyon down Fernwood Pacific- back up Old Topanga Canyon See you in Sat. at 8:30am Jim Doane- CVC Red Ride Captain

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CVC Saturday Orange Level Ride -- Saturday Feb 25th 8:30 AM
by Norman Weir 22 Feb '12

22 Feb '12

CVC Saturday Orange Level Ride -- Saturday Feb 25th 8:30 AM Meeting at Citibank Parking Lot - Westlake Village -- Westlake Blvd. & Agoura Road (North East Corner) Route: Stunt to Schueren down Piuma to Las Virgenes to Mulholland around malibu Lake and returning on Cornell. additional mileages add lake laps. Weather forecast is for 67 Deg. at the start the temperature should be in the low 50 Deg. Hi Everyone,On Saturday February 25th. starting at 8:30 AM we are riding through Juan Beautista De Anza to Mulholland East, up Stunt down Piuma, right on Las Virgenes left on Mulholland around Malibu to Cornell. The re-group locations are Juan Beautista De Anza, Stunt and Mulholland before the climb, top of Piuma. In order to avoid a bottle necking Please allow the faster descenders to leave first Please use the restroom before departing or at Juan Beautista De Anza Park. For a detailed map and route slip, go to: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/945844 First re-group at Juan Beautista.De Anza Top of Stunt there is water on the right before reaching the top We will re-group at the top of Stunt Next re-group at Fire Station on Piuma. 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 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 CoastBagel, 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 Purple Ride Sat 2/25 8:30am De Anza Park
by Beth McElhenny 22 Feb '12

22 Feb '12

CVC Saturday Purple Ride - Saturday Feb 25th 8:30am Meeting at Citibank Parking Lot - Westlake Blvd. & Agoura Road (North East Corner) Route: De Anza Park and back Hi Purple Riders, This week the ride is to De Anza Park and back. 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 21.2miles, staying mostly on Agoura Road. Extra loop around Westlake Lake on the way back for those up for a few more smooth miles! Here is the link: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/360514 ***I see an "error" on the map at Kanan Road - that "loop" is not part of our regular route, so skip that and just stay on Agoura Road going and coming back.*** 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. We can meet up with everyone afterward for some refreshments on the patio at the Natural Cafe' or other restaurant. See you Saturday! Things you need for every ride: Helmet-MandatoryWater or Sports DrinkI.D.Cell phoneSpare tubeCO2 cartridge or hand pumpPatch kitRoute slip Remember to park on the Bank side of the lot - away from the shopping center. Beth McElhenny, CVC Purple Ride Leader 818-207-3186

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All Members-Your New Ride Team!!
by Kent Koral 22 Feb '12

22 Feb '12

Hi Everyone, As I mentioned in an earlier announcement, we are making some modifications to the way we handle ride leadership. We will now have a" Ride Captain" for each ride who will be ultimately responsible for the scheduling and routing of their rides. Each Captain will have a team of "Ride leaders" to lead the rides in a rotation. This will allow everyone the opportunity to get involved in ride leadership. This is your Ride Captain line-up: Sat Purple: Beth McElhenny Sat Gold: Henry Montalvo Sat Orange: Norman Weir Sat Red: Jim Doane Sun Purple: Kelly Pacillas Sun Social: TBD Tues Eve Gold: Dale Smith Tues Eve Red: Jim Doane Tues Eve: MTB Kent Koral Wed Landing: Sheri Leiken Thurs Picnic: Jan Grant Thurs Gold or Red: TBD As you can see we have a couple of Captain positions to fill. Contact me if you would like to be a part of the Ride Captain team. Those of you that previously indicated interest in being ride leaders will soon be contacted by your respective Captain. If any one would like to get involved by helping with ride leadership, contact the Captain of the ride your interested in, and they will get you into the schedule and help you pick your route. Be a part of the best club around...Get involved with with the Ride Team...after all, its what we are all about. See you out on the road or trail. Kent Koral Ride Director Conejo Valley Cyclists 818-802-0826

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