January 2020 - announce - mail.cvcbike.org

CVC weekend rides 2/1 & 2/2/20
by Taylor Hodoose 30 Jan '20

30 Jan '20

[image: image.png] *Upcoming Events:* Saturday Feb 22 Away ride-Ojai *New Gravel ride on following Sunday's at 9:00am* February 9,16,23 March 15,22,29 April 5,12 They will be *Orange level;* on road, off road, mostly fire roads, some single track, 25-45 miles Local rides- Saturday February 1st @8:30 Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map Red Taylor Cornell/Mully/Piuma 43 4,528 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/29001990 805-390-2200 Stunt/Mully/Agoura Orange Sherrie Felton Westlake/Dn Encinal 38.5 4,271 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31549071 908-432-3480 PCH/Yerba/Westlake Orange Lite Petros Hid Vally/PCH 50.5 4,020 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/7355081 805-630-8116 Yerba/Westlake Gold Sharon 818-519-8694 Erbes/Grimes 41 2,320 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/13832110 Lisa 818-535-0862 Olson/Pederson/Erbes Sunday February 2nd @9:00 am Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map Red TBD Westlake/Encinal/PCH 33 3,478 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31833013 Mully/Westlake Orange Alfonzo Westlake/Encinal/PCH 33 3,478 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31833013 Gold 787-240-1332 Mully/Westlake Social Kay Agoura/Mureau 21 1,577 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/26909197 818-419-1172 out n back Question of the week: Do I have time for a ride on Sunday before the game? Yes, but don’t start out too late. Better to be off the road by the time those “other” sports fans are racing to get to their destination. GO Niners! Safety Tip of the Week:  Be Predictable-Group riding requires even more attention to predictability than riding alone. Other riders expect you to ride straight, at a constant speed, unless you indicate differently. Along with hand signals, verbally warn cyclists of your changes in direction or speed. The lead rider should call out “left turn,” “right turn,” “slowing,” stopping,” etc. Announce a turn well in advance of the intersection, so that members of the group have time to position themselves properly. Riding in a predictable fashion <http://www.bikeleague.org/resources/better/roadrules.php> also makes it easier for cars to go around (and not into) you. 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

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Wed. ride postponed until Thursday
by Sheri L 28 Jan '20

28 Jan '20

[image: icon] <https://www.wunderground.com/hourly/us/ca/westlake-village/date/2020-01-29?…> TOMORROW <https://www.wunderground.com/hourly/us/ca/westlake-village/date/2020-01-29?…>WED 01/29 <https://www.wunderground.com/hourly/us/ca/westlake-village/date/2020-01-29?…> HIGH 69 F <https://www.wunderground.com/hourly/us/ca/westlake-village/date/2020-01-29?…> 0% Precip. / 0.00 in <https://www.wunderground.com/precipitation/us/ca/westlake-village?cm_ven=lo…> Windy with a few clouds from time to time. High 69F. Winds NNE at 20 to 30 mph. Winds could occasionally gust over 40 mph. <https://www.wunderground.com/hourly/us/ca/westlake-village/date/2020-01-29?…> With this forecast of wind gusts, let's meet Thursday instead of Wednesday, same time, same place, Landing at 3:30. Should be a lot better. Sheri

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Wed. Afternoon Ride
by Sheri L 27 Jan '20

27 Jan '20

Let's meet again at 3:33 PM. (I think I MAY have made 3:32). Rides are about 19 miles until we get more daylight. Come on and join the fun group, Wednesday afternoon at the Landing. -- Sheri

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CVC weekend rides 1/25 & 1/26/20
by Taylor Hodoose 23 Jan '20

23 Jan '20

[image: image.png] *Upcoming Events:* Away rides to begin in February on 3rd Saturday of the month. Local rides- Saturday January 25th @8:30 Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map Red Taylor Hid Vly/PCH 52.5 4,026 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/30890571 805-390-2200 Decker/TOW/Westlake Orange Alfonzo Mully/Stunt/Fernwood 43.5 4,362 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31793916 787-240-1332 Old Top/Calabasas Orange Lite Petros HId Vly/Lewis/Santa Rosa 46.5 2,544 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/13083901 805-630-8116 Olson/Erbes Gold Sharon 818-519-8694 Cornell/Mully 32 2,740 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31490258 Lisa 818-535-0862 7 Min/back Sunday January 26th @9:00 am Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map Red TBD Westlake/Pederson/Lynn 35.5 2,531 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31793932 Old Con/Borchord/Hid Val Orange Alfonzo Westlake/Pederson/Lynn 35.5 2,531 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31793932 Gold 787-240-1332 Old Con/Borchord/Hid Val Social Kay Reyes/Lindero 21 1,131 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/29174187 818-419-1172 Oak Park/Agoura Question of the week: Should I go all out? Maybe not. I sure wish someone had reminded me this a few weeks ago. If you have lightened your training load over the holidays, be sure to ease back into it. I have been feeling good, and maybe pushed too hard, too soon. The left knee has been barking, and no dog treats in sight. Safety Tip of the Week:  Move Off the Road When You Stop-Whether you are stopping because of mechanical problems or to regroup with your pals, move well off the road so you don’t interfere with traffic. It is usually best for the lead rider to pull forward in the stopping area and for other riders to pull in behind the rider in front of them. When you start up again, each cyclist should look for, and yield to, traffic. 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

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Club Meeting follow up
by Sheri L 22 Jan '20

22 Jan '20

Hi CVCers! Thank you all who came out to the meeting. I hope you enjoyed meeting Becca and Stuart and also god some good info from Win. As promised, I am sending out Watt's Up training info website and class scheduling. Seems like a great way to really see some improvement in your fitness level and your riding. This is from them: Watts Up Training provides structured indoor training for people who want to maximize their training time on the bike. We provide custom built training sessions designed to improve your cycling performance. Each training ride is 65-75 minutes long and includes a structured warm up and cool down with plenty of work in between! We use state-of-the-art 2019 Wahoo Kickr Direct Drive Indoor Trainers. If you’re looking for your best Ironman bike split, want to hang with the local Friday ride, or simply to get a new PR on your favorite Strava Segment, we can help! Website: https://wattsuptraining.bike/ Booking site: http://studiobookings.com/wattsuptraining Sheri

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But wait... still more to come tonight...
by Sheri L 22 Jan '20

22 Jan '20

WOOHOO! We will also have a weeks worth of training as a raffle prize..... This evening's meeting is getting better all the time. Win's-7:00-8ish, Wednesday! -- Sheri

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Did anyone hear raffle prizes Wed. evening?
by Sheri L 21 Jan '20

21 Jan '20

Did I forget to mention the door prizes at Win's? Yes, yes, yes... there will be a small raffle for door prizes for some lucky CVCer's! See you Wednesday at 7 at Win's Wheels! Our first meeting of the year! Don't miss it! -- Sheri

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Wed. Afternoon ride, 3:30
by Sheri L 20 Jan '20

20 Jan '20

We had a blast riding Wednesday afternoon, so let's plan on it again! Leaving at 3:30 (maybe 3:33) from the landing... (I do the best I can). We will aim for 19-21 miles at G/O pace. Would love to see you out there on these winter afternoon days! See you at the Landing! -- Sheri

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Reminder-Club Meeting THIS Wed. at Win's
by Sheri L 20 Jan '20

20 Jan '20

Hi Members, It's time for the first CVC Meeting of the year? Club meetings are one of your benefits as a member of Conejo Valley Cyclists, so come on out, learn more about your club, the cycling world, and hang for a bit with your CVC peeps! Adding a bit more knowledge is always a good thing, and it is always fun to get together! Our first club meeting will be held at Win's Wheels on January 22nd, at 7:00 pm There will be snacks and drinks. Come meet Stuart from Watts Up,(not to be confused with What's App). Here is some info on Watts Up: Watts Up Training provides structured indoor training for people who want to maximize their training time on the bike. We provide custom built training sessions designed to improve your cycling performance. Website: https://wattsuptraining.bike/ *Win of Win's Wheels* will also be there to answer questions regarding bike maintenance and the most neglected things he sees on bikes. We will talk about the upcoming year with CVC and have a Q & A session! Lots of fun ahead. Come find out how you can be more involved in CVC! Folding lawn chairs are a great item to bring as he does not have chairs in the shop. When you see Bob Muzio, please give him a special thanks for setting this up for us! See you on Wednesday, the 22nd! Sheri Leiken

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Wed. Afternoon Ride 3:30 1/22
by Sheri L 20 Jan '20

20 Jan '20

We had a blast riding Wednesday afternoon, so let's plan on it again! Leaving at 3:30 (maybe 3:33) from the landing... (I do the best I can). We will aim for 19-21 miles at G/O pace. Would love to see you out there on these winter afternoon days! See you at the Landing! -- Sheri

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CVC weekend rides 1/18 & 1/19/20
by Taylor Hodoose 16 Jan '20

16 Jan '20

[image: image.png] *Upcoming Events:* CVC Club Meeting Wednesday January 22, 7:00pm Win's Wheels Local rides- Saturday January 18th @8:30 Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map Red Taylor Westlake/Dn Mully/ 50 4,830 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/12832749 805-390-2200 PCH/Latigo/Westlake Orange Doug Cornell/Rock Store 36.5 3,369 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31748259 323-806-2002 Up Enc/TOW/Westlake **Note that the top of Rock Store has small section of gravel Orange Lite Petros Cornell/Rock Store 36.5 3,369 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31748259 805-630-8116 Up Enc/TOW/Westlake Gold Sharon 818-519-8694 4 Lakes club ride 30.5 1,860 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/18271121 Sunday January 19th @9:00 am Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map Red TBD Westlake/Mully/7 min 36 2,606 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31319237 Calabasas return Orange TBD Westlake/Mully/7 min 36 2,606 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31319237 Gold Calabasas return Social Kay Westlake/Pederson 22 1,387 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/29210610 818-419-1172 Olson/Erbes Question of the week: What is your new year’s resolution/philosophy? For 2020, mine is, “if you want something bad enough, you will make **it happen”. It allows for inspiration and acceptance. If I want to obtain a goal in 2020, I need to take responsibility and do the things that enable me to achieve that goal. If I need more time in the saddle to gain endurance, it falls on me to free up my schedule. If I want to increase strength, it falls on me to get in more gym time. It’s also up to me to be realistic with my goals. If I’m not putting in the work, I need to re-evaluate if it’s a goal I really want. If I can’t make it happen, I don’t want it bad enough, and need to accept that truth. Safety Tip of the Week:  Watch Out at Intersections-When approaching intersections requiring vehicles to yield or stop the lead rider will say “slowing” or “stopping” to alert those behind to the change in speed. Do not call out “clear”. Each cyclist is responsible for verifying that the way is clear before entering the intersection. Signal well and make eye contact with drivers before making a turn or slowing down. 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

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Wed. Ride-need RSVP today
by Sheri L 15 Jan '20

15 Jan '20

Please let me know if you plan on riding as I am likely leaving from somewhere else. -- Sheri

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Wed. afternoon ride 3:30
by Sheri L 13 Jan '20

13 Jan '20

Hey All, Anyone ready for the comeback of the Wednesday afternoon ride? This Wednesday will make it into the 60's before the drop in temps and rain on Thursday. We can get out there for about an 18-20 mile ride...likely through Hidden Valley and back. If you are able to join, please let me know in order to show, and let's meet at 3:30 in the landing. See you then, -- Sheri

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CVC weekend rides 1/11 & 1/12/20
by Taylor Hodoose 09 Jan '20

09 Jan '20

[image: image.png] Local rides- Saturday January 11th @8:30 Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map Red Taylor Hid Vly/Lewis/Santa Rosa 45.5 2,705 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/28398077 805-390-2200 Erbes/Westlake Orange Alfonzo Westlake/Mully/PCH 37.5 4,238 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31718396 787-240-1332 Yerba/Lil Sycamore Orange Lite Petros Westlake/Moorpark/Grimes 42 2,547 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/11962174 805-630-8116 Tierra Rej/Erbes Gold Sharon 818-519-8694 Hid Val/NP 30.5 2,057 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/6134436 Lisa 818-535-0862 Lynn to Flores Sunday January 12th @9:00 am Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map Red TBD Hid Val/Syc Cyn 34 2,613 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31718610 DoVi/return Orange Alfonzo Hid Val/Syc Cyn 34 2,613 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31718610 Gold 787-240-1332 DoVi/return Social Kay Townsgate/Agoura 23.5 1,684 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31236477 818-419-1172 Las Virgenes/Mully Question of the week: How much weight did you gain over the holidays? If you lost weight, you are an alien. If you stayed the same weight, you’re no friend of mine. Me, I went up 6 lbs. I usually put on twice that or more, so I am pretty stoked about that. It’s time to be honest with ourselves and lay claim to what the gluttony left behind. Take your time and correct your course to get yourself back into the fitness you deserve. Safety Tip of the Week:  Don't drink and ride.  Might as well start off the safety tips with an obvious one.  Riding while impaired increases your chances of not having a good ride. 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

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CVC : Save the Date 1/22 @ 7PM
by president＠cvcbike.org 08 Jan '20

08 Jan '20

Hi Members, Are you ready for the first CVC Meeting of the year? Well, get ready! Club meetings are a total benefit to members and you will find you will really enjoy and in addition to getting one bit more of knowledge, it is always fun to get together! Our first club meeting will be held at Win's Wheels on January 22nd, at 7:00 pm There will be snacks and drinks. Come meet Stuart from Watts Up,(not to be confused with What's App). Here is some info on Watts Up: Watts Up Training provides structured indoor training for people who want to maximize their training time on the bike. We provide custom built training sessions designed to improve your cycling performance. Each training ride is 65-75 minutes long and includes a structured warm up and cool down with plenty of work in between! We use state-of-the-art 2019 Wahoo Kickr Direct Drive Indoor Trainers. If you’re looking for your best Ironman bike split, want to hang with the local Friday ride, or simply to get a new PR on your favorite Strava Segment, we can help! Website: https://wattsuptraining.bike/ Booking site: http://studiobookings.com/wattsuptraining We can take accommodate up to 7 volunteers during or after the meeting...we have found that "doing" is a lot better than listening. If you want to give this a try, let me know so I can set you up and let you know what you need. Win will also be there to answer questions regarding bike maintenance and bike care. We will talk about the upcoming year with CVC and have a Q & A session! Lots of fun ahead. Come be a part of it! Folding lawn chairs are a great item to bring as he does not have chairs in the shop. When you see Bob Muzio, please give him a special thanks for setting this up for us! See you on the 22nd! Sheri Leiken

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CVC weekend rides 1/4 & 1/5/20
by Taylor Hodoose 02 Jan '20

02 Jan '20

[image: image.png] Local rides- Saturday January 4th @8:30 Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map Red Taylor Agoura/Mureau/Calabasas 48 4,778 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/11772537 805-390-2200 Stunt/Dn Piuma/Mully Orange Doug Mully/Stunt 41 4,231 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/29005427 323-806-2002 Dn Piuma/Mully Orange Lite Petros 7 Min/Calabasas Return 42.5 3,939 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/25022524 805-630-8116 Stunt option Gold Lisa 818-535-0862 Westlake/Pederson 31.5 2,525 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/13814245 TBD Grimes/Erbes Sunday January 5th @9:00 am Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map Red TBD Westlake/Arboles/Erbes 35 2,509 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/3775214 LaGranada/Lynn/Potrero Orange Carl Westlake/Arboles/Erbes 35 2,509 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/3775214 Gold 972-978-5995 LaGranada/Lynn/Potrero Social Kay Hillcrest/Gainsborough 22.5 1,298 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/30068557 818-419-1172 TO/Agoura Question of the week: What did you get for the holiday? Every new thing makes us stronger and faster. Lighter wheel sets- less weight, faster climb. New tires-better traction, faster descents and sprints. New chain ring and cassette-better shifting, possible change in gearing, faster speeds. Me? I got new socks and gloves, both florescent green. Try and tell me I'm not faster as those colors speed by. At least the little piggies are comfortable. Safety Tip of the Week:  Watch for and Avoid Road Hazards-Be on the lookout for hazards such as potholes, broken glass, gravel, puddles, leaves, and dogs. All these hazards can cause a crash. Always ride with at least one hand on the handlebars. Save the “look, Ma, no hands!” tricks for the driveway at home. Carry books and other items in a bicycle carrier or backpack.  In wet weather watch your speed as surfaces may be slippery and it will take you longer to stop. 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

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