Hi fellow CoolBreezers.
So here is the plan for Saturday's ride. First to confirm who I know about that has said they signed up: Kevin, Kari, Tim, James, Eddie, Michael, Esteban, Lori, Bryan, & Deanne. Unfortunately, Deanne had to return home for a period of time, so she cannot ride. If anyone else wants to join us, let us know and we can put you in touch with James to work out details. If anyone else signed up but have not identified yourself, please let me know so we know who to plan for. If anyone else who already listed above is unable to go for some reason, please let me know so that we don't wait for you at the meeting point.
So here is the plan... meet at the Lowes at Panama and Route 99 at 5:15am to finalize car-pool situation and caravan to Ventura. Kari and I will pick up Eddie at his house at 04:45am and then pickup Michael at 05:00am. From there we will drive to Lowes on Panama. Tim said he could carry 4 people and 4 bikes. Last I knew, James was going to have to drive separately since he was heading South following the ride. So if my math is correct, Tim can carry Lori, Bryan, and Esteban. Of course, this can all be finalized on Saturday morning if need be. Please let me know if these plans do not make sense to you or if you need to travel in a different manner.
Kari has requested that everyone wear their SSFTA Jerseys if you have one. Also, make sure to prepare for cooler weather in the morning. Ventura and Santa Barbara can have fog in the mornings with lows in the high-50s this time of year so don't dress like you are in B-Field. That said, don't plan on riding with anything that you cannot stowe in your saddle-bag or in your jersey if it warms up. Also, make sure to bring a change of clothes and towel/soap for the showers following the ride.
Looks like it will be a fun ride! See you all Saturday!
Kevin