[image: image.png] *Upcoming Events:* March 23 CVC picture day. Even if you have been on the sideline due to injury or "life" getting in the way, please wear your jersey and come on out. We will have all groups roll out of the landing together to the pic spot. Local rides- Saturday March 16th @8:30 Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map Red Taylor Old Topanga 50 4,830 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/12832749 805-390-2200 Stunt/Cold Cyn Orange Alfonzo Westlake/dn Mully 34 3,895 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/29476567 978-394-7318 Decker/up Encinal Gold Sharon 818-519-8694 Grimes 40 2,519 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/29009208 Lisa 818-535-0862 Out and back Sunday March 17th @9:00 am Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map RED Alfonzo Westlake/Santa Rosa 36.5 2,992 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/29476588 Orange 978-394-7318 Simi/Olson Social Kay Calabasas 21 1,577 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/26909197 818-419-1172 Long Valley Bridge Question of the week: Should I listen when my body is talking to me? Yes. Last weekend as I was heading back to the landing, I came upon a rider at the side of the road on Agoura. I slowed and asked if she was ok as I rolled by. She shook her head “no”. I turned around and went back to see what I could do. She was struggling to get off her bike, and then sat down and was having trouble breathing. She didn’t want me or the other people trying to help call anyone, she said she would be fine. After a few minutes she said she was ready again. I rode back to the landing with her, following to see if I noticed her having trouble. Half way down Lindero, she seemed to be slowing down. When we got to the landing she looked fatigued again. I asked if she was ok, and she said she was a little tired. So I asked her where her car was. Over there, but I think I'm going to ride a little more. I told her I suggest she call it a day and told her I would help her load her bike back in the car. It was clear to me that her body was telling her the day was done, but she couldn’t hear it. There is a difference between putting in a strong effort and pushing beyond our limits. Always side with caution and you will be able to ride again tomorrow. Safety Tip of the Week: Announce Hazards-When riding in a tight group, most of the cyclists do not have a good view of the road surface ahead, so it is important to announce holes, gravel, grates, and other hazards. Indicate road hazards by pointing down to the left or right, and by shouting “hole,” “bump,” “pine cone”, etc. Everyone in a group should be made aware of hazards. 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 · 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 · always use proper hand signals to indicate to drivers and other riders your intentions · we are a "rules of the road" cycling club · 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 -- Taylor Hodoose 805-390-2200
