The Weekend Endurance Ride will be joining the Conejo Valley Cyclists Saturday! You will need to drive about an hour to reach the starting location at The Landing in Westlake Village for an 8am roll time.
When: Saturday October 3, 8am
Where: The Landing Parking lot in Westlake Village (32129 Lindero Canyon Rd Ste 202, Westlake Village, CA 91361)
Facilities: Public restrooms are available on-site
Primary WER ride: Rock Store, Latigo Out and Back
This route includes two of the most iconic climbs in the area. The infamous Rock Store climb, 2.3 miles with an average grade of 7.5 percent (and some steep ramps), which has appeared in the Amgen Tour of California. You’ll head out of Westlake into the Saratoga Hills and Mulholland Highway, where you’ll pass the Paramount Ranch, the 1890s town of Cornell with its Old West vibe, and Rock Store (watch for cars and motorcycles!).
We will also experience the Latigo Canyon descent then we climb back up (you may have done the descent on Phil’s cookie fondo). At 9.2 miles, Latigo is one of the longest climbs in the Santa Monica Mountains. It might be easy to zone out. The full climb averages 4.5%, but tight switchbacks with a couple of ~half-mile segments averaging over 7% will get your attention, so will the breathtaking ocean vistas, rugged mountain-scape, and occasional glimpses of the asphalt ribbon snaking behind you.
We will end our ride with a well earned meal and/or coffee. Lunch at East Coast Bagel Co. or Sea Casa Mexican Grill. If you would like to eat after the ride download the route that includes lunch at the end below.
When: Saturday October 3, 8am
Where: The Landing in Westlake Village (32129 Lindero Canyon Rd Ste 202, Westlake Village, CA 91361)
Route including Lunch! : https://ridewithgps.com/routes/57356065
CVC Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/56231941
Approximate Distance and elevation : 45 mile and 5000 Ft of climbing
Alternative Route with CVC: Potrero, PCH, Encinal
This route leaves from the same location at the same time. The route is a little longer (50 miles) but has less climbing (~3400ft).
The route heads west on Potrero and drops down to the PCH. After riding east along the beautiful PCH, you then climb back to Westlake Village via Encinal Canyon, Mulholland Highway, and Westlake Blvd.
CVC Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/57046237
Distance and Elevation: 50 miles, 3423ft
Please keep the following in mind when joining the WE Rides:
• Download the route prior to arrival.
• Be self-sufficient, prepared to handle flats and minor bike repairs.
• Carry a cell phone in case of emergency or to get that Uber ride needed every once in a while. (Be aware, however, that cell phone reception on many WE-ride routes in the San Gabriel Mountains is very limited).
This is an informal self-supported ride and not an official PAA sponsored ride. Neither PAA, the ride leaders, nor the route creators should be held responsible for any accident or injury that may occur during the ride. Please ride safely.