by Rob Kelly
We started at 4:35 am heading toward the coast from Thousand Oaks, temperatures going down the first part of Malibu Canyon were in the mid 30’s, it’s not so bad climbing, but descending is almost painful. Going south on PCH toward Santa Monica we hit our first climb of the day, New Topanga, and then Old Topanga which would take us through the town of Calabasas, eventually making the turn west on Mulholland Hwy.
by George Tomasich
The Everest Challenge Stage Race is a California racing scene classic. Over the years many CV members, had the opportunity to participate in this unique event, and share the experience with fellow riders…For the ones that are not familiar with this sanctioned USA cycling race, here is a little introduction: Continue reading “Everest Challenge Recap”
by Rich Savitt
This will be the 20th year Canyon Velo has participated in the Tour de Cure, the signature fund raising bicycle ride benefiting the American Diabetes Association (ADA). Over the years, the club’s participation has grown in participation, volunteerism and in funds raised. Continue reading “Tour de Cure Matching Fund”
by Sue Griesbach
The 2014 race season is fast approaching, and in addition to the ever-popular State Championship events and time trial series’, there are several events that usually draw lots of Canyon Velo club members. First and foremost is our own annual race, the Roger Millikan Memorial Criterium on Sunday February 9. This is the club’s primary supply of funding for the year, and our only sponsored event. We need club members and family members to volunteer to help out. Pat Meagher will again serve as Volunteer Coordinator. Thanks Pat for all you do! There will be information on volunteer sign-ups coming out soon. Continue reading “Race Season Is Around the Corner”
by Dave Bell
As more riders join in on the Thursday and Sunday morning rides, I thought it might be a good idea to remind each member the proper technique in riding in a paceline. Continue reading “The Art of the Paceline”
by Sue Griesbach
Canyon Velo had a sizeable contingent in the annual Solvang Century held on March 10. For some, this is an annual trek north to escape the hectic freeway-laden world of Los Angeles, spend some quality time with a loved one, and breathe in fresh air filled with the scents of Danish pastries and candy. For others, it’s an early season test of one’s strength and endurance. A low-key way to test the legs. How are they compared to last spring? How am I doing compared to some of the other California studs and studdettes? Continue reading “Solvang Century – A Day To Remember”
Canyon Velo was well represented last weekend [editor’s note: Nov 10] in the Tour de Foothills Century. Continue reading “Tour de Foothills”
by Charlie Tatarian
EC is the California/Nevada State climbing championship. This epic event is a two day stage race in the Eastern Sierra covering 208 miles (approx 164 timed), climbing 29,035 feet in six majestic climbs. In recent years EC has been scheduled the third or fourth weekend in September; the perfect way to end a racing season. Continue reading “Everest Challenge 2012”
by Rich Savitt
This calculus is not something you want to do while you are at your anaerobic threshold, but it is good to keep a few ballpark numbers in your head. Continue reading “River Trail Calculus”
by Ryan Mongan
This is a race report for a pair of triathlons I did recently. These were my A-priority races for the year and now I’m resetting and getting ready for next year. Continue reading “Malibu Triathlon and Branson Half Ironman”
