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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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CVC Club Ride Recap for Week of 6-16-12
by Norman Weir 15 Jun '12

15 Jun '12

CVC Club Ride Recap for Week of 6-16-12 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. Note that each club colored ride has a “Ride Captain” with a team of “Ride Leaders” who will lead the specific announced rides as posted by the Ride Captains. 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. Please not; this Saturday is the ride to Recovery Event sponsored by the Calabasas Sheriff Department. Some CVC members will be in attendance and there will be a tremendous amount of activity in the area. Saturday, 6-16-12: 8:30am Start: Citibank/Sprouts parking lot - Westlake Village (NE corner of Westlake Blvd. and Agoura/Hampshire Rd.’s) Purple Ride : The Purple group is continuing with their advancements and will concur Las Virgenes returning on Mulholland to Cornell. Re-group at De Anza Park for restroom and water Route: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/702127 Route 1: Malibu Lake, which include the rollers after Treasure Hills this will be leisure! http://ridewithgps.com/routes/381518 Gold Ride away and local rides: The local Gold Ride is going up Rock Store with several options, with Henry M: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/1114070 Option one: Mulholland to Westlake Option Two Mulholland to upper Encinal to Little Sycamore and returning on Westlake, Option Three Mulholland to upper Encinal to Decker to Westlake and Hidden Valley. Red and Orange Away Rides: Away ride to Glendora Mountain Road 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) Away Ride Route:http://www.cvcbike.org/?p=1854 Red and Orange Local Rides: Up Stunt down Fernwood to Old Topanga and returning on Mulholland Local Ride Route: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/1314452 Sunday: 9:00am start at Citibank/Sprouts parking lot Purple Ride: De Anza Park and Back with A. J.. Social Ride: Las Virgene to Mulholland Route withDale S Next Week: Tuesday and Thursday PM Red and Gold rides Tuesday PM Mountain Bike Rides-Novice and Advanced Jan's Thursday Picnic Ride with Sherrie Felton 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: Lots of fun on your Classic and not so Classic wheels; beach cruisers, tricycles, fixes, whatever you have with peddles bring it out and have a fantastic time. Join us on Sunday July15th, 2012 at 9:00 AM for a ride with your classic lightweight road/race bicycle. Many have, collect, and enjoy the “old” bikes. There are not too many opportunities for group rides dedicated to the Classics 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, approximately 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. Alternate route around the Lake for the cruising riders and Tricycles. If you do not have a classic but you’d like to ride with us you are welcome to participate. When: July 15th, 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 Family Fun Ride: The Family Fun Ride flagship by Henry Montalvo is quickly becoming a big success with new faces joining in for a fun and leisurely ride with friends and family. Mark your calendars for the Next upcoming Fun Ride on July 1st and get into the fun. Family Fun Ride Dates: July 1st August 12th Fun Rides with Henry Montalvo: open to the entire family, friends and neighbors. All that is needed is supervision, a helmet a proper operating bicycle and the energy to keep up with our future cyclists. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Event dates are as follows: Inclement weather policy applies to all rides. Planned away rides: Please note that due to road and weather conditions routes are subject to change. Inclement weather policy applies to all rides. June 16th: Glendora Mountain Road. July 14th: Ventura to Ojai through Santa Paula. August 11th: Carpentarea to Santa Barbara. September 8th: Zuma Beach Routes. October 13th: Solvang the Sideways tour. November 10th: Pine Mountain and Ojai. December 8th: Santa Clarita

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Sunday Purple Ride
by Aj Johnson 15 Jun '12

15 Jun '12

De Anza Park & Back From Citi Bank we'll get over to Agoura Rd the usual way, out the back door of the center right on Townsgate, right on Lake View and turn left onto Agoura Rd. Then head to Kanan Rd and the first regroup on the far side of the intersection (please stay out of the road at any regroup). Carry on to a right on Malibu Hills just past the sheriff's bunker another right onto Calabasas Hills and right again on Lost Hills. Stop and regoup at De Anza Park and take care of... well whatever. Once we are ready do an about face and trace our way back to the start. Now park the bikes away and let's drink coffee and swap lies. NOW FOR ALL THE OFFICIAL STUFF... Purple Ride Info: This is the easiest of the CVC group rides based on lower mileage, a slower average pace and less hill climbing, unless of course the read leader is in a bad mood and wants to torture all the beginners, ok just kidding. Although it is called a beginner recreation ride, there is a minimal amount of fitness required to maintain the 12-13 mph average pace. If you can average 15mph for two laps 'round The Lake (Westlake) you are there but you must promise not to make fun of the ride leader if you drop them. Routes vary in length from 12 to 25 miles with a maximum of 1500 feet of climbing. We do our best to ensure no one gets dropped on this ride by having frequent regroups. Ride leaders can almost always use an extra volunteer (slave) to help the ride leader. If you are a fit rider using the Purple ride as an active rest ride be aware this will be active rest with the emphasis on s-l-o-w, be patient and keep the pace down, try something completely different, stay with the group, share some of your knowledge with the newbies and help the ride leader. 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 all the British memebers will still be there astonished that nobody else is riding what with the weather being so jolly. 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.. This is the time to brag and tell lies about what you did on the ride, a time honored tradition. 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.

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Sunday Social Ride
by dpssmith＠aol.com 15 Jun '12

15 Jun '12

CVC Sunday Social / Recovery Ride -- Sunday, June - 17th - 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 Average Speed/Pace). 25-30 miles max. and stay a while to socialize afterwards by having an after-ride beverage and snack. With Mulholland nicely paved from Las Virgenes to Westlake now, let’s do our Malibou Lake route this weekend, either in the normal or reverse direction. The normal direction takes us down Agoura Rd. to a re-group at De Anza Park. South, down Las Virgenes to Mulholland. Lake Vista Dr. and around Malibou Lake, returning via Cornell. The reverse direction is to ride out to Mulholland Hwy via Cornell and do a loop around Malibou Lake. Then head East down Mulholland Hwy towards Las Virgenes where we will return via Agoura Road. Several optional return routes are available depending on what everyone feels like. See you there!!! Dale After ride socializing - Natural Cafe' Restaurant - Patio and/or front grassy courtyard area. Many options at this location for beverage and food establishments. Note: 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 or market. If we don't respect the requests of the lease tenants we could be asked to park elsewhere.

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CVC 6-16-12 CVC LOCAL Red Ride :Westlake-PCH-& Retrun route options
by Jim Doane 13 Jun '12

13 Jun '12

Hi CVC Red Riders: I'm going the lead the Glendora Away Ride this Sat. For those Red Riders staying local ...... Will someone volunteer to lead the troops? - a Coast route is next in our East to West Red Ride rotation CVC Red Ride : Saturday, June 16th, 8:30am Westlake Village (Citibank/Sprouts Parking lot: Agoura Rd. & Westlake Blvd.) Westlake -Hidden Valley-Portero Canyon-PCH-Yerba Buena 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 Options on return route are: Deer Creek Mulholland Hwy Decker Canyon Encinal Canyon Latigo Canyon See you local red riders next week Jim Doane - CVC Red Ride Captain l.cvcbike.org/mailman/listinfo/announce

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CVC Saturday GOLD Level Ride -- Saturday June 16th 8:30 AM
by henry montalvo 13 Jun '12

13 Jun '12

*CVC Saturday GOLD Level Ride -- Saturday June 16th 8:30 AM*** Meeting at Citibank Parking Lot - Westlake Village -- Westlake Blvd. & Agoura Road (North East Corner) * * **** BONUS ROUTE!!! *GOLD **Route: Up Rock Store via Cornell, Down Westlake Blvd. from the top, Lake Loop. 30.0 Miles @ 3,000 Feet *Water: Peter Strauss Racnch (@ mile 9) & 1st Stinger on (@ mile 18 or 25). *GOLD **PLUS Route: Up Rock Store via Cornell, Down Westlake Blvd. from the top, Lake Loop. 39.0 Miles @ 3,686 Feet *Water: Peter Strauss Racnch (@ mile 9) & 1st Stinger on (@ mile 18 or 25). For a detailed map and route slip, go to: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/1114070 Also... *GOLD AWAY Route: Glendora (see map). 39.4 Miles. 2,867 Feet* For a detailed map and route slip, go to: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/1200097 As usual, we will meet at 8:30 am for pre-ride announcements, 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 June 16, 8:30 AM Piuma
by Beth McElhenny 13 Jun '12

13 Jun '12

CVC Saturday Purple Ride June 16, 8:30 AM Meeting at Citibank Parking Lot: Westlake Blvd & Agoura Road (Citibank / Sprouts Parking lot) Route : Piuma 20.0 miles / 1575' climbing http://ridewithgps.com/routes/702127 Hi Purple Riders, This Saturday the Purples will be led by Mike Levy...and he is working on a route for you! I believe this map will suffice: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/702127 PLEASE NOTE that this Saturday is the Road2Recovery Honor Ride that starts at the Sheriff's Station in Calabasas, on Agoura Road (between Liberty Canyon and Lost Hills). The will be rolling out west-bound up Agoura Road, then into Hidden Valley, and so on. You'll be rolling in the OPPOSITE DIRECTION - so be sure to WAVE at those of us you see! 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

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