Great week of riding out there. This week looks to be sunny all weekend!
With that in mind, it's sunscreen season so make sure you are covered.
We had to cancel the away rides on Saturday because of rain, so we will reschedule those soon.
This Saturday we've got route options from Fernwood and Piuma to Grimes Canyon to an easy cruise out to Moorpark and Simi.
Sunday you can do Dos Vientos and drop down into Camarillo to ride the bike path and return up Santa Rosa, or go out HIdden Valley to Dos Vientos and return through T.O. And there's always the social ride that will be doing Carlisle Canyon and Hidden Valley.
The Tuesday night race ride is hugely popular and has two groups leaving at different times (also known as "catch the conejo"). Please watch your speed coming down Decker!
Midweek rides are available Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, including Kent's new mountain bike ride Thursday afternoon.
Our variable routes and "out" options seem to be working well. Always ask at least one other rider to assist you, if we don't assign someone immediately.
Please wear your CVC jersey when riding with the club.
We are easier to identify on the road as a group and look great in our matching kits.
Continue to communicate all road hazards and your intentions while riding ("right turn").
Let me know if I can help with anything ride-related. I always have extra Clif bars and my toolbox, pump, etc.
Updates for this week include:
Cruisin' the Conejo
Reminder!!! *We can?t do it without you!!!* Friday, May 6th & Saturday, May 7th
Thank you in advance!
Volunteer Spot is running. We need a ton of volunteers as you will see. Please, think outside the box, and sign up for something different as we need coverage everywhere. Look at the times, which is how this is laid out and organized.
Volunteer Spot is a website that will NOT send SPAM emails.
Here's how it works in 3 easy steps:
1) Click this link to see our Sign-up on VolunteerSpot: http://vols.pt/UfgRL5
2) Review the options listed and choose the spot(s) you like.
3) Sign up! It's Easy - you will NOT need to register an account or keep a password on VolunteerSpot.
Safety Reminder
As the weather heats up, remember to hydrate. It is recommended to drink as much as a full bottle for each hour of riding!
There is rain forecast for this weekend, so layer up too and slow down. Use your back brake more than your front.
If you notice another member with a full bottle, a little reminder can help out there too.
Debris in the roads continues to be a huge hazard. Keep your head on a swivel and call out everything.
One by One, Two by Two!
If there is a marked bike lane, cyclists may ride shoulder to shoulder. Single file otherwise. There is no three or four abreast at any time while moving.Please remember that when you are out there riding you are a cycling ambassador. And, if you are wearing a CVC kit, you represent the club, so please be sure to follow the rule of the road. Below are some reminders...Your agreement when riding with CVC: All members will:
Wear a helmet and ensure my bike is in good working order. Ride to the right, pass on the left. Ride in the bike lane (where available) and signal when moving into another lane. Ride no more than two abreast in the bike lane, single file on narrow roads, and avoid “swarming”. Call out and point if I see a traffic hazard. Respect ALL traffic laws and the rights of all autos, bicycles, and pedestrians. Ride predictably and remind others to be safe. Be a bicycling ambassador
Upcoming Events
Saturday, May 7th: Cruisin' the Conejo SIGN UP, SIGN UP, SIGN UP
Wednesday, May 18th: Ride of Silence
REGULAR CLUB RIDES
Saturday: 8:30am at The Landing, Westlake Village
Red Ride - Leader Taylor Hodoose
Orange Ride - Leader Shahin Azmoudeh
Gold Ride - Leader Dale Smith
Purple Ride: This is an RSVP Ride and follows the Gold route*
Sunday: 9am at The Landing
Red Ride - Leader Bart Ziegler
G.O. Ride (combines both the Gold and Orange difficulty routes) - Leader Dale Smith
Social Ride - Leader Kay Fields
The fast paced Rock Store ride continues on Tuesday April 12th at 5:30 pm PDT sharp.