April 2024 - announce - mail.cvcbike.org

Local ALS Ride-May 4th
by Sheri L 11 Apr '24

11 Apr '24

Hi CVC, Our very own CVC member, Dawn Foley, is co-founder of the local ALS ride which takes place on May 4th, (just a few weeks away). This was a fantastic, well-supported ride which many of our riders participated in last year. I hope to see many more of you out there this year. The following are Dawn's words. April of 2015 changed my life forever. My husband was diagnosed with ALS. When you receive this diagnoses, the doctor tells you to get your affairs in order. There is no cure and this is a death sentence. Most people live 2 to 5 years. For some it's only months. We were lucky in the sense Niall lived for 6 1/2 years. We were not the couple to just sit on that news. We cofounded the SoCal Ride to Defeat ALS. We wanted to raise awareness and funds to help find a cure. We wanted to help families navigate this dreadful disease. This is the 8th annual So Cal Ride and Rally. I continue to raise funds for research, legislative and family care services. All funds raised stay here in California and also help to fund trials and research. Please join me on May 4th at Dos Vientos Park to ride or hike. You may also donate to my team if you cannot join us. Please see the following link for registration, donations, and for volunteer opportunities. . https://alsnetwork.org/event/2024-socal-ride-rally-to-cure-als/ https://secure.alsnetwork.org/site/TR?pg=entry&fr_id=1290 [image: image.png] The SoCal Ride & Rally to Cure ALS is an annual endurance event raising funds to support the mission priorities of ALS Network. By participating and fundraising, YOU are driving the search for ALS treatments and cures through our mission priorities related to care, research, and advocacy. This one-day community event is designed to appeal to every level of cyclist, hiker, walker, and supporter of our organization. We offer two cycling routes, a guided hike, and accessible walk to accommodate all levels of activity and accessibility. Every participant can count on support from start to finish and cyclists will be supported with rest stops, SAG vehicles, and route monitors. Upon completing your activity, you will be welcomed back with cheering crowds and finish line festivities that include live musical entertainment, food, beer and wine, inspiring speakers, and more! All routes start and finish at our festival zone at: Dos Vientos Park 4801 Borchard Rd Newbury Park, CA 91320 <https://secure.alsnetwork.org/site/TR?pg=informational&fr_id=1290&type=fr_i…> . 40-mile route 40 Mile ALS Dos Vientos <https://ridewithgps.com/routes/27120278> 40 Mile ALS Dos Vientos Crossing at Lynn for Freeway - 41.3 mi, +2826 ft. Bike ride in Thousand Oaks, CA <https://ridewithgps.com/routes/27120278> 25-mile route 25 Mile Scenic ALS Route Dos Vientos <https://ridewithgps.com/routes/27106606> 25 Mile Scenic ALS Route Dos Vientos 26.8 mi, +1735 ft. Bike ride in Thousand Oaks, CA <https://ridewithgps.com/routes/27106606> Here is the Direct link to Dawn's team fightingforfoley.org I hope that many of you can join us and support Dawn on her continued journey. Sincerely, -- Sheri Leiken President-CVC

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Volunteer opportunity for cyclists
by Sheri L 10 Apr '24

10 Apr '24

Here is an opportunity for a short volunteer ride to lead runners. This is for the Autism Society of Ventura County. She is planning an annual Aut2Run event, held this upcoming April on the 28th. This event is held annually in Camarillo, California. It helps fund a nonprofit for the rest of the year. ASVC provides resources and support to individuals and families with Autism in Ventura County. We are still in need of volunteers to run this event. I am reaching out to the Bike Shop as we are in need of a few more lead cyclists and sweepers. I am hoping you may have connections with cyclists who may have an interest in supporting our cause and have availability on April 28th. There are a variety of volunteer opportunities for this event, all of which you can find HERE <https://www.aut2run.org/Race/Volunteer/CA/Camarillo/Aut2Run>. -- Sheri

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This weeks CVC rides
by jerry blkdog.net 10 Apr '24

10 Apr '24

[Conejo Valley Cyclists] RIDES FOR THIS WEEK. Saturdays rides start at the Landing and Sundays at Starbucks April 27th the next Away rides CVC Biweekly Social MTB, April 11th @ 5:30pm Location: Backbone trailhead on Encinal Canyon Road Gravel Friendly Lights not required Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map MTB Kent 1-818 802-0826 Encinal Trailhead/Etz Meloy/Little Sycamore/out and back 11.3 1431 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/34753986 Saturday Rides, April 13th @ 8:30am Please do not park in the row next to the houses. Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map Red Taylor 1 805 390-2200 HV, Deer Crk, Yerba, dwn Encinal, Decker and Ridgeford 65.4 7013 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/45823694 Orange Donna 1 805 444-0159 Mulholland, Cold Canyon, Piuma, Stunt, 7 Min Hill, Mureau 44.9 4607 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/41441629 Orange Light Peter 1 805 340-9551 Landing, Westlake Wall, Encinal, PCH, Mully 33.9 3456 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42656750 Gold Stephen 1 818 535-2516 Grimes Cyn - Championship Dr Variation 37.7 2666 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/18819391 Mellow Yellow No Drop Ride John 1 818 451-9436 Hidden Valley Out &Back, Potrero, Hidden Valley Rd. 19.6 837 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/5456542 Sunday rides, April 14th @ 9:00am Location: ALL rides will start at the Starbucks @ Agoura Rd & Westlake Blvd by Vons. Please park towards the rear of parking lot to not disrupt local businesses. Leader Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map GO/RO Paul 1 310 463-9472 4 lakes from Starbucks 30.1 2054 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42576483 Social No Drop Ride Edmond 1 805 338-7943 Starbucks to Lobo Canyon and back 24.7 1462 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/39522293 Gravel Ride April 21th @9:00 am IMPORTANT: GRAVEL RIDES CAN START AT DIFFERENT START LOCATIONS. Please pay attention to the start location as well as the route map. 1st Sunday of the month = Easier ride, 3rd Sunday of the month = Intermediate ride. Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map Easier Gravel May 5th Intermediate Gravel April 21st When riding with us, you will: * Use helmets and bike lanes! Call out hazards and ride predictably. * Avoid bunching up; don't overlap wheels. * Keep a prudent distance and ride single file on narrow roads. * Ensure your bike is in good working order. * Descend carefully! * Pass slower riders on the left and signal when changing lines. * Respect traffic laws and the rights of motor vehicles, cyclists, and pedestrians. * If the weather is inclement, we will cancel ALL rides.

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Tuesday and Thursday Routes this week
by Sheri L 08 Apr '24

08 Apr '24

Hi Everyone! Here are the Tuesday and Thursday routes. Tuesday begins at 9:00 at Starbucks for a local ride to Dos Vientos and Hidden Valley. Check the route, it is a little different. https://ridewithgps.com/routes/46137833 Thursday will be a beautiful day to go ride up the coast. It will begin in the parking lot in Ventura at Santa Clara. The ride start is 9:00. Here is the route for that. https://ridewithgps.com/routes/34931784 Hope you can make it as the weather is perfect! Sheri

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Thursday's Fun Ride
by jerry blkdog.net 03 Apr '24

03 Apr '24

Thursday 9am Starbucks. Fun only no drop ride, 34.2 miles 2072' https://ridewithgps.com/routes/46074140 Jerry Scott 805 404-8525

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This weeks CVC rides
by jerry blkdog.net 03 Apr '24

03 Apr '24

[Conejo Valley Cyclists] RIDES FOR THIS WEEK. Saturdays rides start at the Landing and Sundays at Starbucks April 27th the next Away Rides CVC Biweekly Social MTB, April 11th @ 5:30pm Location: Lights may be Needed Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map MTB Kent 1-818 802-0826 Saturday Rides, April 6th @ 8:30am Please do not park in the row next to the houses. Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map Red Greg 1 747 214-6642 Mureau, Old Topanga, up Fernwood, Dwn Piuma, CCanyon, Mully 45.6 4836 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/35540235 Orange Donna 1 805 444-0159 Potrero, PCH, Yerba, Westlake 50.1 3960 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/34290732 Orange Light Peter 1 805 340-9551 Westlake, Encinal, PCH, Latigo, Westlake 44.4 4502 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/37558640 Gold Howard 1 805 807-2026 Dos Vientos-Erbes-Arboles-Westlake-North Ranch-Oak Park-Agoura 42.8 2885 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/44154376 Mellow Yellow No Drop Ride Tex 1 805 746-5713 Westlake, Kanan Loop to Medea Creek Park and Cheseboro 20.2 1105 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/17136221 Sunday rides, April 7th @ 9:00am Location: ALL rides will start at the Starbucks @ Agoura Rd & Westlake Blvd by Vons. Please park towards the rear of parking lot to not disrupt local businesses. Leader Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map GO/RO Bart 1 805 807-8566 Starbucks, Dos Vientos Loop 30.1 1887 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/38888346 Social No Drop Ride Bob 1 818 635-3919 Starbucks, No. Ranch, Valley Spring, Kanan, Fountainwood, Agoura 22.5 1298 https://ridewithgps.com/routes/46023120 Gravel Ride April 7th @9:00 am IMPORTANT: GRAVEL RIDES CAN START AT DIFFERENT START LOCATIONS. Please pay attention to the start location as well as the route map. 1st Sunday of the month = Easier ride, 3rd Sunday of the month = Intermediate ride. Ride Leader Route Miles Climb (ft.) Map Easier Gravel Paul 1 310 463-9472 Dirt Mulholland-Nike Missile Site-Sullivan Fire Road O/B 21.1 2529 Start: https://maps.app.goo.gl/YkHcdoKnZKcCtUT97 Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/45456989 Intermediate Gravel April 21st When riding with us, you will: * Use helmets and bike lanes! Call out hazards and ride predictably. * Avoid bunching up; don't overlap wheels. * Keep a prudent distance and ride single file on narrow roads. * Ensure your bike is in good working order. * Descend carefully! * Pass slower riders on the left and signal when changing lines. * Respect traffic laws and the rights of motor vehicles, cyclists, and pedestrians. * If the weather is inclement, we will cancel ALL rides.

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Tuesday 9 00, Starbucks!
by Sheri L 01 Apr '24

01 Apr '24

Beautiful day. The plan is to leave from Starbucks at 9:00. The route will be this or very similar to this but leaving from Starbucks! See you then! https://ridewithgps.com/routes/2181886

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