Hey CVC Crew! 🚴♀️🚴♂️ Get ready to shift gears and hit the dirt… because we’ve got something *NEW and AWESOME* rolling your way! 🎉 🌟 *Our very own Peter is launching a Mountain Bike Ride* 🌟 …We hope to ride *TWICE a month on Sundays!* 🙌 Whether you’re a seasoned trail shredder or just looking to mix things up and try something new, this ride is all about: 🌲 Fresh air ⛰️ Fun trails 😄 Great company 💪 Building skills (and maybe a little mud on the side!) Expect a laid-back, supportive vibe where we encourage each other, share some laughs, and maybe even stop for a scenic photo or two 📸✨ 🚵♂️ *Ride Details:* - 📅 Twice a month on Sundays - 👨✈️ Ride Leader: Peter and TBD - 🌄 Terrain: Mountain bike trails (fun + adventurous!) - 🎉 Vibe: Chill, social, and encouraging ------------------------------ 🗺️ *Route & Plan (Sample Ride):* - Start at the Cheeseboro parking area and ride up Palo Comado Canyon fire road 🚵♂️ - At the top, loop around China Flat 🌄 - Return to the parking area - Feeling strong? 💪 We may continue on Albertson for a stretch above China Flat before heading back ⏰ *Start Time:* - 9:00 AM (just like our road rides!) ⏱️ 🚵♀️ *Ride Style & Level:* - Beginner-friendly and inclusive 🙌 - Nothing too technical, but expect some climbing ⛰️🔥 🚲 *Bike Recommendations:* - Gravel bikes OK for the April 26 ride, but may struggle on China Flat single track - Mountain bikes recommended for convenience and safety 👍 ⚡ *E-Bikes Welcome!* - Both e-bikes and non-e-bikes are good to go - E-bikes: please regroup at designated spots so we can keep the group together 🤝 ⏳ *Duration:* - About 2 hours total (similar to our Sunday social road rides!) 📍 *Meeting Style:* - Remote start at trailhead/parking lot ☕ *Post-Ride Fun:* - Yes… the classic Starbucks coffee hangout continues! ☕😄 ------------------------------ 📍 *Directions to Cheeseboro Canyon Parking:* Take the 101 Freeway to the Cheesebro exit in Agoura. Head north and make a right on Cheesebro Road. Follow the narrow road one mile and turn right at the park entrance. Continue up the paved road 1/4 mile to the top parking lot. 🗺️ Map: https://bit.ly/101VYne ------------------------------ So dust off those mountain bikes, pump up those tires, and come ride with us! 🔧🚲💨 Let’s give Peter a big THANK YOU 🙏 for stepping up and creating this exciting new opportunity for our club! Who’s in?! 👀🔥 See you on the trails! 🌲🚵♀️🌞 Terry Hearst