Hi CVC Members and Guests,
Our revised G.O. Ride formerly called the Sunday Social Ride is typically 35 to 40 miles long with 2,200 to 4,200 feet of climbing and an average speed of 13 to 15 mph. As usual, we will meet at the Citibank parking lot and have our pre-ride announcements promptly at 9:00 AM then splitting into our groups and departing.
This Sunday's Ride is the Chatsworth Reservoir Loop about 43 miles and 2250 feet of climbing. Here is the GPS Link: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/956667
At the ride start we will announce the regroup locations but as a best practice unless you are following the ride leader it's best have a route sheet and know where the ride is going. Should you decide to deviate the ride course please notify the ride leader to prevent unnecessary or lengthily wait times at regrouping locations.
This is a "drop ride" meaning that if you can't keep up with the group, and/or catch up within the requisite 5 min. re-group times - you are "on your own" to know the route from previous knowledge or by following the route slip. It is possible and/or probable that members can assist others with mechanical & other rider emergencies along the route however. Our re-group spots are meant to allow a short break & a chance for riders to catch up so that the group can ride together as much as is possible.
CVC Club Rides Safety Requirements:
Approved Helmets must always be worn Obey all traffic laws Where provided, ride in the bike lane Ride to the right, Pass on the left Ride 2 abreast only where it is safe to do so; Single file where it is not Ride predictably - be mindful of riders behind you - avoid rapid changes in movement
Point-out hazards & approaching situations to riders behind you Indicate your intentions verbally ( "Shifting", "Standing", " Right Turn", etc. ) At an intersection with a right turn traffic lane - don't block the turn lane
Avoid passing other riders on down-hills.
Ear buds and headphones are not permitted Be vigilant for parked cars opening their doors in your lane Use a mirror
Things to bring with you on the ride : Personal Identification ( License, Insurance. Info., Road ID or similar I.C.E contact info.) Water/Electrolyte Mix to complete the ride or at least to reach the next water stop Bike tools for minor repairs: Spare Inner-tube(s) and pump, tire boot, multi-tool, chain tool, etc. Cellular phone with I.C.E info. programmed in contacts area 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 the official 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.
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.
It should be great weather for a ride,
Dale