BIKE VENTURA HARBOR TO HOBSON FOLLOWED BY CONCERT

THE WEEKDAY TRAILBLAZERS BIKE LADY IS BACK!
RIDE COAST FROM VENTURA HARBOR TO HOBSON
THEN PICNIC AND ROCK 'N ROLL TO THE VANISE TERRY BAND

Bike ride meets and rolls from the Village at the Ventura Harbor at 9:00 AM for about 28 miles of mostly flat cycling along the coast with a mix of bike lanes and bike paths as our trails.

Route will take us around the Harbor, past the Ventura Pier, up the Omer Rains Bike Path then continue on PCH to Hobson Beach Park. We'll have our snack/rest break at Hobson then return to the Harbor.

***BIKE ROUTE MAP : https://goo.gl/maps/CGnKu7R6ffBkYD2w8***
Link for planning purposes. Our route may be a bit different from Google's and we may use more residential streets. Google underestimates elevation gain, expect about 350 feet. Time estimate assumes faster speed and no break. Intermediate level pace and distance. Too fast and too far for beginners.

THE CONCERT
My friend Vanise Terry and her band will be rocking the Harbor from Noon to 3:00 PM. She has a great voice and personality. I think you will enjoy her. Vanise and her band perform at many local brew pubs, clubs and tasting rooms. I anticipate the band will play some classic rock with perhaps some country and contemporary songs. Check out Vanise at http://vanisemusic.com/ Bring your own chair, hat and a picnic lunch. You can also buy food at the Harbor.

FYI, there is also a Mental Wellness Fest at the harbor from 10-5. That event will be in the lawn area. If you want even more music, there's a blue grass band in that section at 3. You are welcome to check out the festival too. It will be a busy day at the harbor.

DO NOT LEAVE ANYTHING OF VALUE IN YOUR CAR.

WHAT TO BRING:

FOR YOUR BIKE: Bike in good working order--chain lubed, gears shift easily, seat at right height, tires pumped up and brakes checked, extra air in MTB tires. Please have your bike ready BEFORE time to leave at 9:00 AM. Road bikes and hybrids best. E-bikes OK, but ALL riders are expected to stay with the group, NO using throttle to go out ahead or lagging behind then racing to catch up or pass. Flats happen. You MUST bring a spare tube, patch kit, tire levers. If you don't have a frame pump or CO2 system, get one before the ride. If your bike requires special tools, you must bring them and know how to use them. Host will not be your bike mechanic. If you are staying for the concert, please make sure you can lock your bike to your rack or put it in your vehicle.

FOR YOU: Helmets are MANDATORY. Be sure to bring water/hydration and snacks. Bike gloves and padded shorts or leggings, bright tops or jacket. Any personal items you may need, ID and emergency contact info. Cell phone. Cash in case you need to pay for a ride back to your car or are staying for lunch and want to get buy something to eat at the harbor. Bring a chair for the concert, some may want to change clothes.

All Weekday Trailblazer meet up rules apply along with biking rules. Please review current WTB protocols on About Page before attending. Do not show up unless you are on the attending list. All riders must be over 18.

DISCLAIMERS/WARNINGS: As with any other activity, you are responsible for your own safety and for following all laws including the vehicle code. Bike riding can be dangerous and you are assuming the risks, including but not limited to injury and damage, to you and your bike. Event host is a volunteer and is not responsible for you, your bike, or making any repairs to your bike. Think of this outing as riding with friends. If your bike breaks down, or you cannot complete the ride, you are responsible for getting you and your bike back to the starting point. Bring money for a taxi if needed. Portions of this ride are in bike lanes on roads with fast moving traffic. Ride alertly, use hand signals and/or verbal warnings, courtesy and common sense. No talking/texting on cell phones while we are rolling. No music playing in headphones/ear buds or broadcasting from your phone or other device on your bike. Safety requires that you must be able to hear traffic and other riders.

Please consider the condition and abilities of both you and your bike carefully before signing up for the event.

Any questions, please message the leader or put a comment in the discussion section. If you only want to bike or only attend the concert, please let host know.

Host does NOT get email on cell. Cancel BEFORE 7:30 AM event day.