August 2011 - announce - mail.cvcbike.org

Thursday Bike Ride/Picnic - North Ranch loop
by Jan Grant 31 Aug '11

31 Aug '11

The weather should be perfect! AND, they paved Kanan yesterday!!! (finally!!!) Thursday, September 1st, 5:30 p.m. (Around-the-lakers can start at any time - picnic @ ~7:00) Westlake Village Start (directions below) *Route:* North Ranch - Triunfo to Westlake, right to Agoura Rd, right to Lakeview, left to T.O., left to Westlake, right to Kanan, right to T.O., left past Agoura High School to Chesebro to Agoura Rd, right to Lindero, left on Lindero and back to start. For CVC'rs, longer ride is between a "gold" and "orange" level. No drops. I wait for the slowest rider. *RIDE START:* Triunfo Road just west of the Dam (tennis) Club and little yacht club building in Westlake Village. (From the 101 Fwy, take Lindero Cyn. south until it ends at Triunfo. Go right on Triunfo a couple hundred yards…where there's grass, sidewalk, the lake…and park along the curb. Picnic is here after the ride.) *TIME:* Those wishing to get in ~20 miles, 5:30, ready to ride. Those just going around the lake can show up at any time. *PICNIC:* After riding - picnic starts around 7:00 p.m. *WHAT TO BRING:* HELMET AND BIKE! For picnic, bring something to share (cheese, crackers, fruit, olives, pretzels, cookies, whatever…), a beverage (and something to drink it in if you don't want to drink out of the bottle), something to SIT on and a warm jacket. Also bring any friends, neighbors, relatives, S.O.'s and anyone else who might like to join us (preferably with bikes). Don't forget spare tubes, water bottles, etc. *ROUTES:* Longer ride: Routes will include Hidden Valley, Lake Malibou, North Ranch, and wherever. Around the lake: cruise around the lake in wide bike lanes…no left turns…~5 miles each loop…all flat, no discernible hills. If you wish to be removed from this e-mail list (unless you're getting the notice from CVC), please let me know. Also, feel free to pass the information on to friends, family and S.O's. Everyone is welcome. Jan Grant

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CVC Orange Ride Saturday 9-3-11 8:30AM Citibank Parking Lot Westlake
by Kent Koral 31 Aug '11

31 Aug '11

Hi All, This week lets ride the 3 lakes route with a jaunt through North Ranch for a little extra entertainment! Its about 45 miles and 3000' of ascent. For a detailed map and route slip, got to: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/678224 As usual, we will meet at the Citibank parking lot and have our pre-ride announcements promptly at 8:30AM prior to splitting into our groups and departing. The Orange ride is an intermediate/advanced recreational ride 40 to 50 miles in length with an average pace of 15+mph. It is not a "no drop ride" but as always let's try to stick together and have a fun,safe ride. 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. After the ride, please join us at one of the many refueling options available at the finish such as Natural Cafe, Sea Casa, East Coast Bagel, Sprouts Market, etc.. Please remember to park in the area along Westlake Bl.(between the street and the first driveway aisle) and not in the area in front of the Shops/Market. If we don't respect the requests of the lease tenants, we could be asked to park elsewhere. See you Soon, Kent Koral CVC Ride Director (818) 802-0826

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CVC Red Ride: 9-3rd Westlake - Encinal Canyon-PCH-Latigo Canyon-Westlake
by Jim Doane 30 Aug '11

30 Aug '11

Hi CVC Red Riders : The weather forecast is for a slight moderation of our recent very HOT days so I'm proposing a Saturday Red Ride incorporating a substantial Coast-PCH riding section. Westlake Blvd-Encinal Canyon descent-PCH past Zuma-Up Latigo Canyon- back to Westlake Saturday, September 3rd 8:30am CVC RED Ride - Citibank Parking lot (Westlake Blvd. & Agoura/Hampshire Rd.'s, Westlake Village = N E Corner) Westlake Blvd/Decker Climb- Mulholland Hwy - Lower Encinal Canyon descent to PCH-Latigo Canyon-Mulholland Hwy-Decker Canyon descent back to Westlake CVC RED Ride: Around the Lake - Up Westlake Blvd/Decker Canyon (1st re-group spot- wait on Mulholland Hwy's South side - NOT on Westlake/Decker curve side- too narrow) Ride across Mulholland Hwy to Lower Encinal Canyon descent to PCH Ride East on PCH to "Free Zuma" rest stop- water & restrooms ( 2nd re-group spot) Climb through Zuma neighborhood back to PCH Continue on PCH to Latigo Canyon Climb Latigo Canyon back to Kanan/Calimigos Ranch/Mulholland Hwy ( water stop) Mulholland Hwy to Decker Canyon descent Westlake Blvd. back to start/finish location After ride food, drinks & socializing - Natural Cafe's patio See you at 8:30am at the Westlake Citibank parking lot Jim Doane - CVC Sec/Red Ride leader

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Tuesday Evening Gold Ride, Rock Store, 5:15pm
by Lee Cole 30 Aug '11

30 Aug '11

Citibank start location to Malibou Lake - Rock Store - Mulholland Hwy - Decker Canyon - around Westlake Lake. 25 + miles with 2,100' of climbing. Starting at 5:15pm Same route as the Tuesday Red Ride (without upper Encinal Canyon). Dale Smith will lead the ride. Re-group at: Cornell / Mulholland and top of Rock Store. Here's the route using "Ride with GPS". Where you can view the route and print out a cue sheet:http://ridewithgps.com/routes/150707 The ride will start at 5:15pm Lee Cole CVC Gold Ride Leader (805) 732-5982 Dale Smith Tuesday Gold Ride Leader dpssmith(a)aol.com

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Saturday Gold Ride, September 3rd, 8:30 AM
by John Caffrey 30 Aug '11

30 Aug '11

CVC Saturday Gold Ride -- Saturday September 3rd- 8:30 AM Meeting at Citibank Parking Lot - Westlake Village -- Westlake Blvd. & Agoura Road (North East Corner) Route: Grimes Canyon Loop Hi Gold Riders, It looks like it should be a little cooler this weekend so let's ride our Grimes Canyon loop in the reverse direction. Below is a link to the Ride With GPS website that will show you the route. Be sure to print out a route slip if you are unfamiliar with the area. The ride is 37.9 miles with 2719 ft. of climbing. Here is the link: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/560533 *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. * Lee is recovering from surgery this week so I will fill in as your Gold leader. See you then! John Caffrey 805-231-0151

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Sunday Social Ride Update
by Adam Winer 27 Aug '11

27 Aug '11

Saturday was a very hot and humid day. Therefore just as the purple ride is doing, the social ride tomorrow (Sunday August 28, 2011) may have some route adjustments in order to accommodate how everyone is feeling (and recovered) from Saturdays hot ride. I spent the whole day 7:30am to 9:30pm working on the 2011 CVC Summer Club BBQ which was a great success with an amazing turn out of 130+ CVC members and their families. My feet are on fire and my back is yelling at me. I just got home from unloading everything in our storage shed. Therefore there is a good chance I won't make it to the Sunday Social Ride. The proposed route was our Northern and North Western Thousand Oaks / Lynn Ranch ride. The route slip and profile information can be found here: http://ridewithgps.com/rou <http://ridewithgps.com/routes/289489> tes/289489 Bring adequate water, electrolytes and energy (food). ------ Adam Winer socialride(a)cvcbike.org

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CVC Sunday Purple -Ride Change-
by Beth McElhenny 27 Aug '11

27 Aug '11

Hi all Purples! We got pretty well toasted on today's ride and since it's not going to be any cooler tomorrow, on Sunday, we are dropping the Petting Zoo route. Those who still wish to get in some spinning are invited to come out for some easy runs around Westlake while you socialize. Bring lots of water & wear your sunblock! Beth 818-207-3186

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CVC in the Headlines!
by Adam Winer 26 Aug '11

26 Aug '11

Big shout out to Ed Morris for the nice words this week in his Cycling Newsletter. Ed wrote, ".I was asked to mention the resurgence of CVC (Conejo Valley Cyclists) Racing Team. CVC has a long history of racing going back to the early 80's but over the past decade the race team aspect of the club more or less fell by the wayside. A couple years ago some guys in the club decided that the race team needed to be revived. This year they really got serious with about a dozen racers competing at all of the local events. Starting out as Cat 5's, they've progressed to Cat 3 and have a whole bunch of good results. 1st places at Manhattan Beach, LA Circuit, Ladera Ranch and numerous podium and top ten results. They have good club support and are building on new sponsorship for next season. So, if you're looking for a new team next year contact Mitch Albo [5311allday(a)gmail.com]. You can check out current riders on the club website: www.cvcbike.org. They also have a Facebook page, just search Conejo Valley Cyclists, Race Team." Thank you Ed and congratulations to a VERY successful race season for CVC. The CVC Race Team will be back and better for 2012 mostly as a CAT3 squad. ------ Adam

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CVC Sunday Purple Ride -- Sunday Aug 27th 9:00 AM
by Beth McElhenny 26 Aug '11

26 Aug '11

CVC Sunday Purple Ride -- Sunday Aug 27th 9:00 AM Meeting at Citibank Parking Lot - Westlake Village -- Westlake Blvd. & Agoura Road (North East Corner) Route: Petting Zoo Hi Purple Riders, This week Beth McElhenny will lead our Petting Zoo ride. Below is a link to the Ride With GPS website that will show you the route. Be sure to print out a route slip if you are unfamiliar with the area. The ride is 18.8 miles with 902 ft. of climbing. Here is the link: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/303596 To see Frequently Asked Questions regarding the Purple Ride, click here: http://www.cvcbike.org/?p=3127 The purple ride is a beginner club ride with a 12-13 mph average pace but is open to all levels. No one gets dropped and no one is left behind. Please make sure to wear the appropriate riding attire. Please check your bike prior to Sunday and make any necessary repairs. Things you need for every ride. Helmet-Mandatory Water or Sports Drink I.D. Cell phone Spare tube CO2 cartridge or hand pump Patch kit Route slip CVC Purple Team! :-) Beth McElhenny 818-207-3186

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CVC Ride Recap for the Weekend/Week starting 8-27-11
by Kent Koral 26 Aug '11

26 Aug '11

Hey CVCrs Are you ready for the Annual CVC BBQ on Saturday Afternoon out at Oak Canyon Park....I am. But, we have to earn it, and then we can chow!! Below is a re-cap of the rides this weekend and next week. See the ride leaders individual posts for more information. Saturday: 8:30am Start at Citibank/Sprouts parking lot at Westlake Bl and Agoura Rd. - Purple: Beth and Greta are riding the Westlake route. - Gold: Lee is riding Hidden Valley/Dos Vientos/La Granada route - Orange: I am riding Portrero Rd/Santa Rosa Rd route - Red: Jim is riding Westlake/Mulholland/PCH/Encinal/Rockstore route Sunday: 9:00am start at Citibank/Sprouts parking lot at Westlake Bl and Agoura Rd. - Purple: TBA - Social: Adam is riding North T.O./Lynn Ranch route Next Week: - The Tuesday Evening Gold and Red rides - Sheri's Wednesday Afternoon Ride - The Thursday Evening Gold and Red rides - Jan's Thursday Picnic ride 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. Looking forward to a great weekend/week of riding!!!!! Kent Koral CVC Ride Director 818-802-0826

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