CVC SOCIAL RIDE -- Sunday, August 11th, 9:00 AM (new format) henry montalvo henry.montalvo@gmail.com Aug 8 (8 days ago)
*CVC SOCIAL RIDE -- Sunday, August 18th, 9:00 AM* *(new format)*
Meeting at Citibank Parking Lot - Westlake Village -- Westlake Blvd. & Agoura Road (North East Corner) for announcements; promptly at 8:30 am, then split into our groups to depart. * * *The Lovely and Talented Harlene Roen will be leading the ride this week * * Route: Peter Strauss Ranch; 20.2 Miles; 1,427 Feet ** For a detailed map and route slip, go to: http://ridewithgps.com/routes/2729287*
**Sanctioned Rides Safety Requirements:
- Helmets must be worn - Obey all traffic laws - Where provided, ride in the bike lane - Ride to the right, Pass on the left - Point-out hazards & approaching situations to riders behind you - Ride 2 abreast only where it is safe to do so; Single file where it is not. - Never ride more than 2 abreast - Avoid passing other riders on down-hills. - Indicate your intentions verbally
For safe cycling, CVC recommends the following:
- Ear buds and headphones are not permitted - Ride predictably; Avoid rapid changes in movement - Be vigilant for doors opening on parked cars - Use a mirror
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The *Social Ride* is an ALL level of ride; 20+ Miles; 13+ mph; Moderate to average hill climbing; Regular regroups or stops. *This is a "no drop **ride **". Please note that the pace is faster than the Purple Ride. * **Please understand the route before you start (and how to get back).**
**It is mandatory to have & wear a helmet. It is the rider's responsibility to ensure that the helmet is in good condition (check expiration on helmet inner tag) and that your bike is in working condition as well.****
*Things to have: *Helmet !!! - *Water to complete the ride or at least to reach the next water stop* - Tools to perform minor repairs - Chain repair linkage - Inner-tube and pump (or the like) - Cellular phone - 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 a club ride. Club members may still choose to meet and ridein these conditions; however, the ride will not be considered an official club ride.
Please remember to park in the area along Westlake Blvd. (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.