January 28 7:00pm -CVC Members meeting @ TREK 3835 Thousand Oaks Blvd., Unit K, Westlake Village, ca 91362
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Question of the week: Do you e-bike? This issue seems to have divided a lot of riders almost as much as disc vs. rim brakes. There are lots of options available, and more each day. You can now get e- mountain bikes, cruising bikes, and road bikes. Whether or not you want to make the plunge, be kind to all our riding brothers and sisters. One day it might be the right choice for you to stay on two wheels. In the meantime, just wave as they float on by. Safety Tip of the Week: Watch Out at Intersections-When approaching intersections requiring vehicles to yield or stop the lead rider will say “slowing” or “stopping” to alert those behind to the change in speed. Do not call out “clear”. Each cyclist is responsible for verifying that the way is clear before entering the intersection. Signal well and make eye contact with drivers before making a turn or slowing down. |
When riding with us: | ||
· wear helmets and ensure your bike is in good working order | ||
· stay in bike lanes and no more than two abreast on them; single file otherwise | ||
· do not overlap wheels | ||
· descend carefully! Look out for debris, animals, potholes, tight bends, and slick spots | ||
· pass slower riders on the left | ||
· ride predictably: signal when changing lines and call out hazards | ||
· avoid bunching up | ||
· respect all traffic rules and the rights of motor vehicles, cyclists, and pedestrians | ||
· 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. |