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Special Event Rides

All special event rides are open to members only. When a special event ride is ready for registration it will be posted on the home page and an email blast is sent to members announcing the event is open for registration. Registration is through the event signup page under the member tab. Join us by becoming a member!

Multi-Day Rides

Spring Fling

This 3 day event is planned for April each year. Riders are responsible for their own transportation, lodging and meals. The rides take place Friday, Saturday and Sunday morning and they take place in the Solvang area. When the event is ready for registration it will be posted on the home page and an email blast is sent to members announcing the event is open for registration. Registration is through the event signup page under the member tab.

 

Lure of the Grapes

​This 3 day event is planned for October each year. Riders are responsible for their own transportation, lodging and meals. The rides take place Friday, Saturday and Sunday morning and they take place in the Solvang area. When the event is ready for registration it will be posted on the home page and an email blast is sent to members announcing the event is open for registration. Registration is through the event signup page under the member tab.

Riding at the Rock

This 3 day event is planned for October each year. Riders are responsible for their own transportation, lodging and meals. The rides take place Friday, Saturday and Sunday morning and they take place in the Morro Bay area. When the event is ready for registration it will be posted on the home page and an email blast is sent to members announcing the event is open for registration. Registration is through the event signup page under the member tab.


Single Day Rides

LA Metro Bike & Train

Start at the Moorpark Metrolink Train Station for 58-mile ride on mostly separated bike paths or bike lanes through Simi Valley, San Fernando Valley, Burbank, Griffith Park to the Los Angeles Union Station. Lunch is a food break at a club curated restaurant. This is a slow all-day ride. We will board the Metrolink BikeCar for our return trip. Watch Events for more info.

Summer Picnic and Rides

This event includes four scenic ride options. Three routes begin at Rincon Park and head toward the beautiful hills of Montecito (a 30 mile scenic route, a 35 mile moderate route, and a 40 mile super climber's route) and a 14 mile family-friendly coast ride starting from Ventura. They all converge at Rincon Park for a picnic with friends. Watch Events for more info.

Sulphur Mt. Gravel Loop

The Sulphur Mt Gravel loop begins in Ventura and connects to the west end of Sulphur Mt fire road for the 12 mile gravel section. It continues to upper Ojai where it returns to pavement and back to Ojai for a lunch and drinks. Finally, it heads back south to Ventura to complete the loop. The leaders of this ride monitor the weather and select a great day for the ride. Watch Events for more info.

Year Long Challenges

Year Rounder

The Year Rounder is a great way to set annual riding goals and stay motivated to keep riding. Signups are Watch You can make it as competitive or as relaxed as you like. To participate, simply complete a metric ride (at least 62 miles) each month or 4 full American Century (100 miles) within the same calendar year. If you miss a month, you can make it up by riding an extra metric ride either the month before or after the missed month. Signups are in January. Watch Events or contact Diane for more info. 

100 mile Club Centuries 

CIBike hosts 3-4 100 mile centuries for members that includes full ride support. Do one or do them all. It provides the need for distance that some of our riders crave. They usually start in Ventura and there are a variety of routes. Watch Events for more info. 


Other Special Events

CIBike members love our social events. These events don't include wearing our kit or getting on bikes. Just having fun without raising our heart rates. 

Club Meetings at Topa Topa Brewery (open to the public)

Approximately 5 times a year from spring to fall the club has a meeting open to the public. It normally starts at 6:15pm with about a half hour of free time to talk to fellow members. It's at Topa Topa so, of course, beer and wine are available. Following the free time a speaker presents information on a topic that is related to bicycling activities.

Holiday Dinner Party

In early December the club is ready for some alternative festivities. Members can register for themselves and are welcome to bring a guest. It's an evening event with full dinner provided and drinks available for purchase. Generally, there is a recap of all the club happenings throughout the year. For example, successful Year Rounder riders are presented as well as grant fundings as well as past Board Members are recognized and future Board Members are introduced.