March 2020 - announce - mail.cvcbike.org

CVC no group rides this week
by Taylor Hodoose 29 Mar '20

29 Mar '20

I'm going to continue sending out a weekly update rather than a blanket indefinite hiatus. Some day hopefully sooner than later, we will get to ride together again. In the meantime, please follow local regulations and cdc guidelines. And if you are going to ride outside consider the following: please ride by yourself and note that you need to be ultra-careful while riding, because if you get hurt you may be taking medical resources away from someone who really needs it. Taylor Hodoose 805-390-2200

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Cvc rides still on hold
by Taylor Hodoose 21 Mar '20

21 Mar '20

Cvc rides continue to be on hold next week though March 29. Stay safe, but keep the body moving. Taylor Hodoose 805-390-2200

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More on COVID-19 and Riding
by president＠cvcbike.org 16 Mar '20

16 Mar '20

Thought the following might be of interest to you. https://www.bicycling.com/news/a31469228/cycling-during-coronavirus/ This one has a free interesting webinar. https://www.usacycling.org/article/expert-advice-on-covid-19-cycling Here is a great one on spit and snot. Yes, you are reading this correctly. https://www.bicycling.com/health-nutrition/a31488775/spit-snot-etiquette-fo… From League of American Cyclists: As always, thank you so much for supporting the League of American Bicyclists as a member bike club. With concerns and strategies over limiting the spread of COVID-19 circulating online, we wanted to take the opportunity to offer some resources for riding under current conditions. Here at the League, we're no strangers to taking dramatic measures to limiting the spread of the virus, having cancelled the in-person 2020 National Bike Summit this week, and replaced it with live, online content. As of March 15, our partners in bicycling at USA Cycling have recommended races and other gatherings, such as group rides, be canceled or postponed and is suspending permits on all events through April 5. They also put together some pointers on riding during this time. It isn't in our authority to order clubs to cancel organized rides, although we do recommend rescheduling all events and gatherings. Our friends at Bicycling Magazine put together a great FAQ on riding amid COVID-19 concerns, along with an update on ride etiquette. Of course, solo riding outside is perfectly safe and a good way to stay healthy, physically and mentally, while practicing social distancing. We hope you'll take this opportunity to get a breath of fresh air and enjoy your neighborhood streets. I added the links above. Take Care, Sheri Leiken

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Cvc group rides on hold
by Taylor Hodoose 15 Mar '20

15 Mar '20

Due to recent conditions, there will be no cvc rides next week, 3/16-22. While I hope this is overly cautious, we must all do our part to aid containment. Weather forecast has rain next week, so get your trainers set up. Keep your social distancing, but keep the body moving as well. Taylor Hodoose 805-390-2200

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Late cvc cancellation notice sunday
by Taylor Hodoose 15 Mar '20

15 Mar '20

Sorry for late notice, but if you are in to, you will see the roads are wet. Cvc rides cancelled. Taylor Hodoose 805-390-2200

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Saturday cvc rides cancelled
by Taylor Hodoose 14 Mar '20

14 Mar '20

Trainer day. Stay dry, warm and healthy. Taylor Hodoose 805-390-2200

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CVC weekend rides 3/14 & 3/15/20
by Taylor Hodoose 12 Mar '20

12 Mar '20

[image: image.png] *Upcoming Events:* [image: image.png] May 2nd CVC Annual Benefit ride http://www.cvcbike.org/picnic--benefit-ride.html *Away ride: March 21- Ojai* *Gravel ride on following Sunday's* March 22,29 April 5,12 Local rides- Saturday March 14th @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 Doug Hid Vly/Lewis/Santa Rosa 45.5 2,705 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/28398077 323-806-2002 Erbes/Westlake Orange Lite Petros Hid Vly/Lewis/Santa Rosa 45.5 2,705 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/28398077 805-630-8116 Erbes/Westlake Gold Sharon 818-519-8694 Agoura/Kanan/Pederson 34 2,072 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31425037 Lisa 818-535-0862 Wildwood/Erbes Sunday March 15th @9:00 am Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map Red TBD Westlake/Erbes/Ranch 40.5 3,133 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/32099777 Grn Mdw/DoVi/Syc Cyn Orange Alfonzo Westlake/Erbes/Ranch 40.5 3,133 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/32099777 Gold 787-240-1332 Grn Mdw/DoVi/Syc Cyn Social Kay Carlisle 17.5 1,250 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/30106925 818-419-1172 Out N Back Sunday March 15th @9:00 am Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map Gravel Rob Kassan Sycamore Creek 40.5 2,866 https://www.strava.com/routes/24329779 Crossing Question of the week: Should I be worried about Corona-virus? I’m not a health professional, and do not play one on TV. In the flu season and current conditions, the entire club would prefer you stay at home until you are healthy. Please remember it’s important and simple common courtesy to keep your bodily fluids to yourself. Snot rockets should only be ejected after pulling off the back of the group. 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

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Wed. Afternoon ride to roll
by Sheri L 10 Mar '20

10 Mar '20

It MAY be the only good time and day we have! IF the streets are totally wet, I will cancel, but... the plan is to RIDE as it may be our only time. It should be nice and dry, so let's go have a good ride! See you at 3:45! -- Sheri

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Club Clothing Primary/Secondary Election
by Sheri L 09 Mar '20

09 Mar '20

Hi Members, The clothing survey in our Primary Election has closed and I am sure you are all anxious to hear the outcome. To be fair, since our candidates were pretty close in the popular vote, we are going to have a second vote and eliminate the bottom choice. We will now be asking you to vote again based on the following choices. I am asking you to vote again and if we get landslide results, this may be it. If not, we will likely have a run-off election. If you missed voting, here is your chance. If you feel strongly or otherwise, please chime in as now! *We need accurate results from as many members as possible!* *PLEASE VOTE AGAIN to help make the best decision for your club!* Just click the following link: https://forms.gle/xWFdwttWhQSt9EV39 -- Sheri

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cvc weekend rides 3/7 &3/8/20
by Taylor Hodoose 05 Mar '20

05 Mar '20

[image: image.png] *Upcoming Events:* [image: image.png] May 2nd CVC Annual Benefit ride http://www.cvcbike.org/picnic--benefit-ride.html *Away ride March 21 Ojai* *Gravel ride on following Sunday's* March 15,22,29 April 5,12 Local rides- Saturday March 7th @8:30 Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map Red Taylor Mully/ 7min/Old Top 55.5 5,107 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/14454851 805-390-2200 Fernwood/Stunt/Mully Orange Doug Westlake/Erbes/R Regan 47 3,382 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/32045939 323-806-2002 Grimes/Lynn/Grn Meadow Orange Lite Petros Moorpark/Simi 48 3,368 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/26023301 805-630-8116 Long Cyn/Agoura Gold Sharon 818-519-8694 Westlake/Olson 34.5 2,304 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/5392150 Lisa 818-535-0862 Wood Ranch/Erbes ***Daylight savings; adjust your clocks one hour earlier Sunday March 8th @9:00 am Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map Red TBD Westlake/Kanan/Cornell 37.5 3,291 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/32056875 R Store/Up Encinal/Westlake Orange Alfonzo Westlake/Kanan/Cornell 37.5 3,291 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/32056875 Gold 787-240-1332 R Store/Up Encinal/Westlake Social Kay Townsgate/Agoura 23.5 1,684 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/31236477 818-419-1172 Las Virgenes/Mully Sunday March 8th @9:00 am Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map Gravel Rob Church Gravel Backbones 31 3,712 https://www.strava.com/routes/23843727 Why did the ride director bonk last Saturday? I don’t know, but it was awesome. Maybe too heavy of a load midweek. Maybe not enough water. Maybe jumping in the deep end too early in the season. At the bottom of Encinal I told the group I’d meet them at the top. As they rode off, I could hear them asking what was going on and if I was OK. 40 minutes later I reached the top of Encinal. The little downhill to the 3 b’s helped a lot, and I rallied back enough to stay with the group the rest of the way. Spectacular blow up, on a spectacular day. Safety Tip of the Week:  Ride One or Two Across-Ride single file or double file as appropriate to the roadway and traffic conditions and where allowed by law. Even where riding double is legal, courtesy dictates that you single up when cars are trying to pass you if the lane is wide enough for them to safely do so. 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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