For those CVC'ers participating in the Strava's SMMT's fifteen Santa Monica Mt.'s climbs
here are two of them ( especially Las Flores) where you might want company to suffer with you.
I understand that you've got until the end of August to complete all fifteen.

CVC RED  RIDE** -- Saturday, August  24th, 2013  

8:30 AM Start:  Sprouts Market/Citibank Parking Lot
                  NE Corner of  Westlake Blvd. & Agoura/Hampshire Road, Westlake Village,CA
Please park in the lot with Westlake Blvd. on the West side -  South of the Bank of America
       (not occupying the spaces in front of the Shops, Sprouts Market or Citibank)  
 
Jim Doane is the RED RIDE Leader this week.

Route:  Malibou Lake-Mulholland Hwy-King Gillette Ranch-Stunt Rd.-Saddle Peak-
Tuna Canyon-PCH-Las Flores-Rambla Pacifica-Piuma-Cold Canyon-Mulholland Hwy-
Cornell Rd.-Agoura Rd.- including Westlake Lake loop
Total Ride distance:  56.4 Miles
                                 7,800 approx.feet of climbing (RWGPS says 7,861' but is usually high)

For a detailed map and route slip, go to: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/3148680

Re-group spots:
      King Gillette Ranch - on Mulholland Hwy & Las Virgenes ( water & restrooms)
      Top of Stunt climb 
      Intersection of Saddle Peak & Tuna Canyon 
      Tuna Canyon & PCH
       Las Flores Park ( water) 
       Las Flores & Rambla Pacifica
       Cold Canyon & Mulholland
        Mulholland & Cornell Rd.      
 
**RED Ride : is an Advanced intermediate recreational ride,
           40-50+ miles in length - averaging  approx.15+ overall mph. and up to 7,000' climbing 
This is a "drop ride" meaning that if you can't keep up with the group, and/or catch up within
the requisite 5 min. re-group times - you are "on your own" to know the route from previous knowledge
or by following the route slip. It is possible and/or probable that members can assist others
with mechanical & other rider emergencies along the route however.
Our re-group spots are meant to allow a short break & a chance for riders to catch up so that the group can ride together as much as is possible.

CVC Club Rides Safety Requirements:
  • Approved Helmets must always be worn
  • Obey all traffic laws
  • Where provided, ride in the bike lane
  • Ride to the right, Pass on the left
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  • Ride 2 abreast only where it is safe to do so; Single file where it is not
  • Ride predictably-be mindful of riders behind you-don't swerve
  • Point-out hazards & approaching situations to riders behind you
  • Indicate your intentions verbally ("Shifting","Standing","Right Turn", etc.)
  • At an intersection with a right turn traffic lane-don't block the turn lane
  • Avoid passing other riders on down-hills.
  • Ear buds and headphones are not permitted
  • Be vigilant for parked cars opening their doors in your lane
  • Use a mirror   


Things to bring with you on the ride :

       Personal Identification ( License, Insurance. Info., Road ID or similiar I.C.E contact info.)

       Water/Electrolyte Mix  to complete the ride or at least to reach the next water stop

        Bike tools for minor repairs: Spare Inner-tube(s) and pump, tire boot, multi-tool, chain tool, etc. 

        Cellular phone with I.C.E info. programmed in contacts area

        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 the official 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.


Jim Doane - CVC Red Ride Captain