I got word from a club member that the parking lot behind the planned venue,Tavern 101, is small. I checked it out this afternoon and, in addition to the lot being small, the exit/entrance into the lot is one-way and limited-sight distance. Parking in the immediate vicinity appears to be limited and/or regulated. I did not see a good, safe place for us to gather prior to heading out on the ride. For this reason, I am changing our venue and starting point to nearby Hugo's Restaurant in Agoura Hills. See relevant updates below.
WHAT: The GO Thursday Ride from Hugo's Restaurant, Agoura Hills @ 5:30 p.m. WHEN: Thursday July 2, 2015 ROUTE: North Ranch 22 Hugo's. Review the route so that you know where we are going and where we will regroup. Regroup points are identified on the route map; click on each "i" on the map to get regroup location details. AFTER THE RIDE: Join your cycling friends at Hugo's, Agoura Hills @ 7:30 p.m. RSVP: If you intend to join us at Hugo's after the ride, please let me know. An accurate headcount for the table reservation helps me to not over- or under- reserve seating for our group. Thanks to those who have already RSVP'd. No need to contact me again unless your plans change. DIRECTIONS: The ride starts/ends at the Hugo's parking lot, 5046 Cornell Road, Agoura Hills. DISTANCE: 22 miles. PACE: This is an intermediate level ride. The group includes mixed paces averaging 13 - 15+ mph. SWEEP LEADER: I need a volunteer to sweep on the ride. If you are available to sweep this week, please send me a text or email. As an alternative: if someone would like to lead, I will sweep.QUESTIONS: Email or call Sherrie Felton at hatoolah@msn.com / 908.432.3480 SAFETY NOTES: 1. A helmet is mandatory. 2. Bring I.D., water or sports drink, a snack, cell phone.3. Have on your bike or person everything you need to change a flat: spare tube(s), CO2 cartridges or hand pump, patch kit.4. Please do not call out “clear” at intersections and turns. 5. If you hear someone call out “clear” while approaching a turn or intersection, please do look and make your own decision about the safety status of the turn or intersection. 6. If you start with the group but decide to cut the ride short or take a different route, please let me know.