*CVC SOCIAL RIDE -- Sunday, September 1st, 9:00 AM*
Meeting at Citibank Parking Lot - Westlake Village -- Westlake Blvd. & Agoura Road (North East Corner) for announcements; promptly at 8:30 am, then split into our groups to depart. * * *Route: Sycamore Canyon Out & Back; 26.7 Miles;1,848 Feet ** For a detailed map and route slip, go to: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/2896706*
**Sanctioned Rides Safety Requirements:
- Helmets must be worn - Obey all traffic laws - Where provided, ride in the bike lane - Ride to the right, Pass on the left - Point-out hazards & approaching situations to riders behind you - Ride 2 abreast only where it is safe to do so; Single file where it is not. - Never ride more than 2 abreast - Avoid passing other riders on down-hills. - Indicate your intentions verbally
For safe cycling, CVC recommends the following:
- Ear buds and headphones are not permitted - Ride predictably; Avoid rapid changes in movement - Be vigilant for doors opening on parked cars - Use a mirror
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The *Social Ride* is an ALL level of ride; 20+ Miles; 13+ mph; Moderate to average hill climbing; Regular regroups or stops. *This is a "no drop **ride **". Please note that the pace is faster than the Purple Ride. * **Please understand the route before you start (and how to get back).**
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*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.