January 2012 - announce - mail.cvcbike.org

CVC Saturday Gold Level Ride -- Saturday Feb 4th 8:30 AM
by Norman Weir 31 Jan '12

31 Jan '12

CVC Saturday Gold Level Ride -- Saturday Feb 4th 8:30 AM Meeting at Citibank Parking Lot - Westlake Village -- Westlake Blvd. & Agoura Road (North East Corner) Route: Potrero down to Lewis Road and returning on Santa Rosa Road through Read Bypass.Weather forecast is for 80 Deg. and Breezy, at the start the temperature should be in the low to mid 60 Deg. Hi Everyone,On Saturday February 4th. starting at 8:30 AM we are riding through Potrero to Lewis returning on Santa Rosa Rd. The re-group locations are Chanel Island University, followed by the McDonald's on Santa Rosa Road, North of the 1010 Freeway, for water and restrooms and the top of Read bypass. Please use the restroom before departing or at fire station 33 as there is a sizable distance before water and restrooms, first possible restroom and water will be at the McDonald's on Santa Rosa Rd. For a detailed map and route slip, go to: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/781807 First re-group at Chanel Island University. We will re-group at McDonald's for restrooms and water. Next re-group at Read bypass. As usual, we will meet at the Citibank parking lot and have our pre-ride announcements promptly at 8:30AM then splitting into our groups and departing. The Gold Ride is an intermediate recreational ride 30 to 40 miles in length with an average pace of 14+mph.It is mandatory to have and ware a helmet and it is the rider's responsibility to ensure that the helmet is valid (check expiration on helmet inner tag, usually good for five years) and in good working condition. It is not a "no drop ride" but as always let's try to stick together and have a fun,safe ride. Things to have: Water to complete the ride or at least to reach the next water stop. Tools to perform minor repairs. Chain repair linkage. Inner-tube and inflatable device. Cellular phone. 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 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. Regards Norm Weir (818) 282-2421

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Wed. afternoon ride at Landing
by sheri 30 Jan '12

30 Jan '12

Our group is small, but oh do we have fun on our short spurt! Would love to see some new faces again! Join us Wednesday afternoon about 3:30, rolling 3:35... from the Landing shopping center lot towards the end of Lindero... Let's go putt through Hidden Valley for another week or two until we get a little more time. Meeting at The Landing at the end of Lindero in the parking lot. If you haven't joined us, this is your perfect day to try! Anyone is welcome to come along for a mid-week spin. This is an intermediate recreational ride right now around 20 miles in length with an average pace of 14+mph. It is not a "no drop ride" but let's try to stick together and have a fun,safe time. 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. Come on and ride with us! Sheri 818 621-1713

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CVC Tuesday Night MTB 6PM
by Kent Koral 30 Jan '12

30 Jan '12

Hey MTB'rs, This Tuesday we are riding Sycamore Canyon. Meet at Wendy and Portrero. I wont make it out for the ride on Tuesday but I will most likely ride Thursday with the CV mtb guys at Wildwood (end of Arboles at 6PM). Most of our rides are approximately 10 miles and last under 2 hours. The Tuesday MTB night ride is a intermediate paced ride. lets stay together and have a fun safe time. Be sure to have a light capable of lighting a dark trail and lasting at least 2.5 hours and bring a spare tube & pump at a minimum. See you out there. Kent Koral CVC Ride Director 818-802-0826

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Saturdays orange leader help
by Kent Koral 26 Jan '12

26 Jan '12

Hi Everyone I wont be riding this Saturday and I need someone to step in and lead the Orange ride. Please email me if you would be willing to help. Its a lot of fun and a great way to get involved! Thanks, Kent Koral Ride Director Conejo Valley Cyclists (818) 802-0826

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CVC Sunday Social / Recovery Ride - Sunday January 29th - 9:00am
by Adam Winer 26 Jan '12

26 Jan '12

CVC Sunday Social / Recovery Ride - Sunday January 29th - 9:00am Meeting at Citibank Parking Lot - Westlake Village -- Westlake Blvd. & Agoura Road (North East Corner) Still looking for an energetic, motivated club member or club members to help lead the Sunday Social rides. If you have any interest in lending a hand, let me or Kent our ride director know. Come out and join us for a social paced recovery ride (14 Mph Average Speed/Pace). 25-30 miles max. and stay a while to socialize afterwards by having an after-ride beverage and snack. This week we will go Norwegian Grade style with a Read Road Bypass return! After ride socializing - Natural Cafe' Restaurant - Patio and/or front grassy courtyard area. Many options at this location for beverage and food establishments.

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Sunday Purple Ride - January 29th - Hidden Valley
by Kelly Pacillas 26 Jan '12

26 Jan '12

Greetings CVC Purple riders, friends and family!!! We have a fabulous Purple ride planned for this Sunday, January 29th. We are going to paint Hidden Valley Purple!!! We will head up and over Portreo, turning right on Lynn and enjoy every mile of clear skies and sunshine! You can check out the route here... http://ridewithgps.com/routes/303595 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 Saturday 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 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. CVC Purple Team! :-) Kelly Pacillas 818-564-9260

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CVC Saturday Purple Ride Jan 28th 8:30 AM Carlisle Canyon
by Beth McElhenny 25 Jan '12

25 Jan '12

CVC Saturday Purple Ride Jan 28th 8:30 AM Carlisle Canyon Meeting at Citibank Parking Lot - Westlake Blvd. & Agoura Road (North East Corner) Hi PURPLES! With NO rain in the weather forceast for our Saturday ride...let's schedule this again: This week's Saturday Purple Ride takes us to Carlisle Canyon, out and back. It is only 13.3 miles but several extension options are available. You can add in some Hidden Valley scenery or add a lake loop a the end depending on what the group wants to do. Here is the route: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/289395 Things you need for every ride: Helmet-MandatoryWater or Sports DrinkI.D.Cell phoneSpare tubeCO2 cartridge or hand pumpPatch kitRoute slipPlease remember to park on the Westlake Blvd side - away from the Sprouts Market. Arrive EARLY as we are supposed to LEAVE at 8:30am promptly...after all the speedsters roll out... ;-) See you there! Beth McElhenny 818-207-3186

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CVC Orange ride Saturday 1-28-12 8:30am Westlake Citibank
by Kent Koral 25 Jan '12

25 Jan '12

Hi All, The Orange edition of the CVC Saturday ride is going for a little climb up Piuma. This one was rained out so lets do it this week since the weather and the views should be perfect. For a detailed map and route slip, go to: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/207938 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 Saturday Gold Level Ride -- Saturday Jan 28th 8:30 AM
by Norman Weir 25 Jan '12

25 Jan '12

CVC Saturday Gold Level Ride -- Saturday Jan 28th 8:30 AM Meeting at Citibank Parking Lot - Westlake Village -- Westlake Blvd. & Agoura Road (North East Corner) Route: out to De Anza, left on Mulholland, up Stunt, back on Mulholland around Lake Malibu and back to start. Weather forecast is for 73 Deg. starting temperature is projected to be in the high 50 to low 60 Deg.. Hi Everyone, On Saturday January 28th. starting at 8:30 AM we are riding East to De Anza park for re-grouping and heading up Stunt and back on Mulholland, For a detailed map and route slip, go to: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/902770 First re-group at De Anza Park. We will re-group at the top of Stunt.. Re-group at the bottom of Stunt after descending . As usual, we will meet at the Citibank parking lot and have our pre-ride announcements promptly at 8:30AM then splitting into our groups and departing. The Gold Ride is an intermediate recreational ride 30 to 40 miles in length with an average pace of 14+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. Regards Norm Weir (818) 282-2421

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Saturday, 1-28th CVC Red Ride: Westlake-Somis-Balcom Canyon-Grimes
by Jim Doane 24 Jan '12

24 Jan '12

Hi CVC Red Riders - the forecast as of now for Sat. is for a dry, warmer day.Since we've been having some damp, cool and/or chilly rides lately - lets try a warmer inland route for this Sat. CVC Red Ride: Saturday, 1-28th 8:30am (Westlake Citibank Parking lot - NE Corner Westlake Blvd. & Agoura/Hampshire Rd.'s) Westlake-Hidden Valley-Somis-Balcom-Grimes Canyon-Moorpark-Thousand Oaks-Westlake Around WL Lake - out through Hidden Valley to the CSCI driveway for 1st re-group. Decide from there who wants to ride with whom for suggested ride route options: 1) Through the College streets to Lewis Rd. - Pleasant Valley Rd. - Santa Rosa Rd. Through town of Somis - to LA Ave. - Bradley Rd. - Balcom Canyon to town of Moorpark OR..... 2) Ride over to and down Balcom Canyon - across Bardsdale - TO: UP Grimes Canyon then ride down Grimes Canyon Rd. South back to Broadway/Walnut Canyon Rd. to town of Moorpark >From Moorpark's High St. : R Spring St. (south) L on Tierra Rejada R on Moorpark Rd. L on Read Rd - through housing development to bypass R Olsen Rd. L on Sunset Hills to Erbes Rd. or... L on Pederson to Erbes Rd. L Avenida de los Arboles R Westlake Blvd. L Thousand Oaks Blvd. R Lakeview Canyon Rd. R Agoura Rd. - back to start Jim Doane - CVC Red Ride Leader

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