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Ride Schedule May 22-25 (Including Memorial Day)
by Sheri L 21 May '25

21 May '25

[image: Conejo Valley Cyclists] *So... you are thinking about the money and cost for the CVC Picnic & Benefit Ride?* Here is a great breakdown. The average club ride lasts for 2 ½ hours. Yearly Membership Fee $35.00 Cost per hour Per month *$2.92 * 1 ride a week $0.68 $0.28 Per Hour 2 rides a week $0.34 $0.14 3 rides a week $0.25 $0.10 4 Rides a week $0.19 $0.08 Clearly........ I think we can safely say, the club membership is already a screaming bargain and this only covers operating expenses. We are more than that. We are a charitable organization in support of fostering cycling. So, let's get going on giving back and make a difference in someone's life! Let's get those kids who lost all belongings, some bikes back into their lives. Be a part of this day! It is *your* time to give back. And on that thought.... MANY of our initial sign ups for the Picnic & Benefit ride have been previous riders who have done this ride before. The reason for that is because they know how much fun this ride is. The long term members saw how much fun the event was, and how much they got out of riding it, and the moral satisfaction of giving to others. It's time to bring our newer members and those new to the Picnic & Benefit Ride, into the fun! Click the link below to register today! Register for CVC Picnic Ride & Benefit <https://www.cvcbike.org/2025-picnic--benefit-ride.html> *What: CVC Picnic Ride & Benefit When: Saturday June 21st 8 a.m. Where: Conejo Community Park 400 West Gainsborough Road, Thousand Oaks Who: CVC Members Why: Club Camaraderie, Giving Back Locally, and to promote Cycling Distances: 62 (Metric Century), 50 or 25 Mile* *Bi-Weekly Thursday MTB Ride, May 22, 5:30 pm sharp **Location: *Meet at Wendy and Portrero fo a 5:30PM roll out Fairly easy and Gravel Friendly Route *Ride* *Leader* *Route* *Miles* *Climb (ft.)* *Map* *MTB* Kent 818-802-0826 CVC Sycamore Loop 13.6 1329 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/50836602 * Saturday Away Rides, May 24th @ 8:30 am* *Ride* *Leader* *Route* *Miles* *Climb (ft.)* *Map* *Red* Terry Ventura, Santa Paula, Ojai 51.1 2714 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/36088084 *Orange* Terry Ventura, Santa Paula, Ojai 51.1 2714 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/36088084 *Orange Light* Peter Ventura, Santa Paula, Ojai 51.1 2714 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/36088084 *Gold* Laurie Ventura to Ojai/ via Lake Casitas 42 2030 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/49025694 *Mellow Yellow* Tex 805-746-5713 Ventura Bike Path to Ojai and back 30 997 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/3290331 * Sunday Road, May 25th @ 9:00 am Location: *ALL rides will start at the Starbucks @ Agoura Rd & Westlake Blvd by Vons. Please Park towards the rear of the parking lot to not disrupt local businesses and/or the homes behind the lot. *Ride* *Leader* *Route* *Miles* *Climb (ft.)* *Map* *GO * *Social* Marty Starbucks, Lobo Cyn 24.7 1462 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/39522293 **** MONDAY Memorial Day Ride: Leader: Chris Roberts 35.1 miles 2385 ft. Can drop out anywhere along route. Start time: 9:00 LANDING* https://ridewithgps.com/routes/36233668 This week, our safety tip involves navigating around trucks in intersections. This link leads to an excellent article with 2 short videos. Cycling around trucks in intersections involves predictable and avoidable hazards. Please take the time to review the article and videos, and consider incorporating these lessons into your safety skillset. Always stay vigilant. [image: truck-animation-screenshot.png] What cyclists need to know about trucks <https://cyclingsavvy.org/what-cyclists-need-to-know-about-trucks/> cyclingsavvy.org <https://cyclingsavvy.org/what-cyclists-need-to-know-about-trucks/> <https://cyclingsavvy.org/what-cyclists-need-to-know-about-trucks/> *When riding with us, you will:* · Use helmets and bike lanes! Call out hazards and ride predictably. · Avoid bunching up; don’t overlap wheels. · Keep a prudent distance and ride single file on narrow roads. · Ensure your bike is in good working order. Have you put goo in your tubeless? · Descend carefully! · Pass slower riders on the left and signal when changing lines. · Respect traffic laws and the rights of motor vehicles, cyclists, and pedestrians. · If the weather is inclement, we will cancel ALL rides. - Follow us on” Facebook and Instagram (@conejo_valley_cyclists_) • Instagram photos and videos <https://www.instagram.com/conejo_valley_cyclists_?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D…> instagram.com <https://www.instagram.com/conejo_valley_cyclists_?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D…> <https://www.instagram.com/conejo_valley_cyclists_?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D…> - - Conejo Valley Cyclists <https://www.facebook.com/groups/131653973515124/> - Private group - · - *1.0K members* <https://www.facebook.com/groups/131653973515124/members/> -- Sheri

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Thursday Ride: 9:00 am-Starbucks!
by Sheri L 21 May '25

21 May '25

NORTH VALLEY ROUTE VIA GREY ROCK, 34 Miles, 2476 Elevation https://ridewithgps.com/routes/37188545 O.L.level. Thank you Chris S. for leading this great ride! -- Sheri

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CVC Thursday MTB ride
by Kent Koral 20 May '25

20 May '25

Hi Boys and Girls, this Thursday the MTB ride will have a play date in Sycamore. We’re going to do our typical CVC route. I figured with the warm temps, we could head down to cooler environs. If you feel like riding your gravel bike, E-MTB, dirt jumper….go for it, this is very suitable (OK, maybe not the dirt jumper). It will be a nice, easy, mellow paced ride. 5:30 PM rollout from our usual Wendy and Potrero start. Good way to start off the penultimate day prior to the three day weekend! Text me if you have any questions. https://ridewithgps.com/routes/50836602 Kent Koral (818) 802-0826

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Tuesday ride: Ventura 9:00
by Sheri L 19 May '25

19 May '25

Hi All, Let's do an "away" ride Tuesday. The coast is calling our names. Let's meet at the mission/museum lot at 9:00 am. Ride/regroup spots TBD, but it will be a delightful day and a ride of about 40 or so miles with no intense climbs. See you then, Sheri

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This weeks Rides-May 17/18
by Sheri L 16 May '25

16 May '25

[image: image.png] [image: image.png] *Question of the week? Why should I pay for a ride when I could ride for free?* *Who can answer that question? How about one of the young girls who received a bike from Conejo Valley Cyclists when she lost everything else? A bike was not first on her parents list of quick replacement items when they lost everything they owned in a fire. Or how about one of the foster children who received a bike through donations made through our benefits? No parents to do that for them. This is our fundraiser and a time to give back to our community in a fun filled way to help make it a better day for you all! We've got some great sponsors, an amazing meal, a beer garden and fun routes. So please sign up today and let's go celebrate the summer solstice with a great ride! Click the link below to register. * Register for CVC Picnic Ride & Benefit <https://www.cvcbike.org/2025-picnic--benefit-ride.html> *What: CVC Picnic Ride & BenefitWhen: Saturday June 21st 8 a.m.Where: Conejo Community Park400 West Gainsborough Road, Thousand Oaks <https://www.google.com/maps/search/400+West+Gainsborough+Road,+Thousand+Oak…>Who: CVC MembersWhy: Club Camaraderie, Giving Back Locally, and to promote CyclingDistances: 62 (Metric Century), 50 or 25 Mile* *Safety tip for the week:* • Taking photos (or answering your phone while moving) may require at least one hand and part of your attention. • Even a momentary distraction can cause you to swerve, hit an obstacle, or crash. • If you are not focusing your full attention on your surroundings you might not react in time to changes in your environment. • It’s not only a safety issue for yourself, but you could be putting other road users (cars, pedestrians, other cyclists) at risk if you’re distracted while riding. Please use regroups to stop and take photos or ride ahead of the group, stop your bike and take a photo. In short, safety should always come first! *Bi-Weekly Thursday MTB Ride, May, 5:30 pm sharp**Location:* *Ride* *Leader* *Route* *Miles* *Climb (ft.)* *Map* *MTB* Kent 818-802-0826 *Saturday Rides, May 17th @ 8:30 am* *Ride* *Leader* *Route* *Miles* *Climb (ft.)* *Map* *Red* Taylor Westlake, tow, dn yerba, mully, dn encinal, decker. 48.2 4,868 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/46400596 <https://ridewithgps.com/routes/46400596> *Orange* Terry H The Wall, Up Latigo 44.6 4,535 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/50730235 *Orange Light* Peter HV, Potrero, PCH, Encinal, WL 50 3,440 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/41349477 *Gold* Lisa 7 Min. Hill 31.6 2,025 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/38944917 *Mellow Yellow* Jeannie Hidden Valley O/B 20.4 783 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/41071292 *Sunday Road May18th @ 9:00 amLocation: *ALL rides will start at the Starbucks @ Agoura Rd & Westlake Blvd by Vons. Please Park towards the rear of parking lot to not disrupt local businesses. *Ride* *Leader* *Route* *Miles* *Climb (ft.)* *Map* *GO* same route, faster pace *Social* Ryan Lobo 26.7 1499 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47506226 *When riding with us, you will:* · Use helmets and bike lanes! Call out hazards and ride predictably. · Avoid bunching up; don’t overlap wheels. · Keep a prudent distance and ride single file on narrow roads. · Ensure your bike is in good working order. · Descend carefully! · Pass slower riders on the left and signal when changing lines. · Respect traffic laws and the rights of motor vehicles, cyclists, and pedestrians. · If the weather is inclement, we will cancel ALL rides. - Follow us on” Facebook and Instagram (@conejo_valley_cyclists_) • Instagram photos and videos <https://www.instagram.com/conejo_valley_cyclists_?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D…> instagram.com <https://www.instagram.com/conejo_valley_cyclists_?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D…> <https://www.instagram.com/conejo_valley_cyclists_?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D…> - - Conejo Valley Cyclists <https://www.facebook.com/groups/131653973515124/> - Private group - · - *1.0K members* <https://www.facebook.com/groups/131653973515124/members/> -- Sheri _______________________________________________ announce mailing list -- announce(a)mail.cvcbike.org To unsubscribe send an email to announce-leave(a)mail.cvcbike.org https://mail.cvcbike.org/mailman3/lists/announce.mail.cvcbike.org/

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CVC Membership Meeting Monday, June 9th at 7:00 pm-Save Date
by Sheri L 15 May '25

15 May '25

*CVC Membership Meeting* When: Monday, June 9th at 7:00 pm Where: Trek Westlake 3835 E Thousand Oaks Blvd Units E & F, Westlake Village, CA Why: We want to see your happy faces and there is much to learn. What: Just proceed... In addition to our super raffle prizes and snacks we have presentations to improve your cycling experience. Safety/Risk management info from Carla and Stephen with a video from Cycle Savvy Care and feeding of tubeless tires-By Trek Radar for your bike presentation By Trek, know when those pesky cars are behind you. Special event pricing for a radar unit purchased that night (thank you Danny of Trek Westlake). This is a "not miss" meeting ! -- Sheri [image: image.png] Can we all ride together?

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This weeks Rides-May 17/18
by Sheri L 14 May '25

14 May '25

[image: image.png] [image: image.png] *Question of the week? Why should I pay for a ride when I could ride for free?* *Who can answer that question? How about one of the young girls who received a bike from Conejo Valley Cyclists when she lost everything else? A bike was not first on her parents list of quick replacement items when they lost everything they owned in a fire. Or how about one of the foster children who received a bike through donations made through our benefits? No parents to do that for them. This is our fundraiser and a time to give back to our community in a fun filled way to help make it a better day for you all! We've got some great sponsors, an amazing meal, a beer garden and fun routes. So please sign up today and let's go celebrate the summer solstice with a great ride! Click the link below to register. * Register for CVC Picnic Ride & Benefit <https://www.cvcbike.org/2025-picnic--benefit-ride.html> *What: CVC Picnic Ride & BenefitWhen: Saturday June 21st 8 a.m.Where: Conejo Community Park400 West Gainsborough Road, Thousand OaksWho: CVC MembersWhy: Club Camaraderie, Giving Back Locally, and to promote CyclingDistances: 62 (Metric Century), 50 or 25 Mile* *Safety tip for the week:* • Taking photos (or answering your phone while moving) may require at least one hand and part of your attention. • Even a momentary distraction can cause you to swerve, hit an obstacle, or crash. • If you are not focusing your full attention on your surroundings you might not react in time to changes in your environment. • It’s not only a safety issue for yourself, but you could be putting other road users (cars, pedestrians, other cyclists) at risk if you’re distracted while riding. Please use regroups to stop and take photos or ride ahead of the group, stop your bike and take a photo. In short, safety should always come first! *Bi-Weekly Thursday MTB Ride, May, 5:30 pm sharp**Location:* *Ride* *Leader* *Route* *Miles* *Climb (ft.)* *Map* *MTB* Kent 818-802-0826 *Saturday Rides, May 17th @ 8:30 am* *Ride* *Leader* *Route* *Miles* *Climb (ft.)* *Map* *Red* Taylor Westlake, tow, dn yerba, mully, dn encinal, decker. 48.2 4,868 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/46400596 <https://ridewithgps.com/routes/46400596> *Orange* Terry H The Wall, Up Latigo 44.6 4,535 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/50730235 *Orange Light* Peter HV, Potrero, PCH, Encinal, WL 50 3,440 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/41349477 *Gold* Lisa 7 Min. Hill 31.6 2,025 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/38944917 *Mellow Yellow* Jeannie Hidden Valley O/B 20.4 783 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/41071292 *Sunday Road May18th @ 9:00 amLocation: *ALL rides will start at the Starbucks @ Agoura Rd & Westlake Blvd by Vons. Please Park towards the rear of parking lot to not disrupt local businesses. *Ride* *Leader* *Route* *Miles* *Climb (ft.)* *Map* *GO* same route, faster pace *Social* Ryan Lobo 26.7 1499 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47506226 *When riding with us, you will:* · Use helmets and bike lanes! Call out hazards and ride predictably. · Avoid bunching up; don’t overlap wheels. · Keep a prudent distance and ride single file on narrow roads. · Ensure your bike is in good working order. · Descend carefully! · Pass slower riders on the left and signal when changing lines. · Respect traffic laws and the rights of motor vehicles, cyclists, and pedestrians. · If the weather is inclement, we will cancel ALL rides. - Follow us on” Facebook and Instagram (@conejo_valley_cyclists_) • Instagram photos and videos <https://www.instagram.com/conejo_valley_cyclists_?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D…> instagram.com <https://www.instagram.com/conejo_valley_cyclists_?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D…> <https://www.instagram.com/conejo_valley_cyclists_?igsh=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ%3D%3D…> - - Conejo Valley Cyclists <https://www.facebook.com/groups/131653973515124/> - Private group - · - *1.0K members* <https://www.facebook.com/groups/131653973515124/members/> -- Sheri

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Thursday 9:00 AM
by Sheri L 14 May '25

14 May '25

Hi All, Thursday's ride will be a Hidden Valley Route from Starbucks! Here you go! https://ridewithgps.com/routes/49240983 Thank you Stephen Kent for leading! Will be a beautiful spring day ride! -- Sheri

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City of Thousand Oaks Active Transportation Plan - Public Input
by Sheri L 12 May '25

12 May '25

Hi, The City is looking for public input on the Active Transportation Plan (ATP). the APT is the City's roadmap for prioritizing future bikelanes, bike paths, and sidewalks. PLEASE take a few minutes and provide input and please forward this email to others, especially if you are part of a cycling group and have access to their emails and/or post it on your social media page. *The City would like comments to be submitted by May 17. * This is the link for Public Input: https://www.toaksatp.org There is a short survey. There is also a map to add comments. The map is on the left. It didn't take me very long to figure out how to click and add my comments. There's a "how to" add comments on the left side that helps get you started. You can add as many comments as you want and when you are done, hit submit, and you will see all your comments. For example, I would like the City to complete the sidewalk on Agoura Road between Westlake Blvd and the City limit to the east. That will allow pedestrians to not walk/jog in the street, and cyclists riding east on Agoura Road can focus on cycling and not dodging pedestrians. I added this comment to the map. I'm sure you all have other sections where you would like to see a new bikelane/path and sidewalks. You can add this as one of your comments in addition to any other areas you would like to see improvements. The next Bicycle Advisory Team meeting is this Thursday, May 15th at 4:00 in the Park Room at the Civic Arts Plaza. *Anyone can attend the meeting* - please attend if you would like to learn more about the ATP AND provide input! Email me back if you have any questions. I hope you have a great day, Kathy Naoum

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Tuesday Ride 9:00 Starbucks
by Sheri L 12 May '25

12 May '25

Hey all, Can't wait to do this route. An oldie with a new take. Please download the route as there are some unique turns and even a bike path in Thousand Oaks! It is Llama day in Thousand Oaks. Llamas starting from Starbucks https://ridewithgps.com/routes/50661149 Can't wait! See you there! -- Sheri

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