We had a good turnout for our first ride in 2010 and with temps in the low 80s it was like a summer day.  First time riders were Gabriel Foster-Hayabusa and new Members John Adams- Interceptor and John Parrish- VTX1300.
And regulars coming back to ride with us were Joe and Mariam Solis, Gary Leventhal, Bill Muneio, Rick Bell, Carla, John Muller and Bill Cobb.  
After the pre-ride talk we mounted our bikes and did a clockwise ride of our county without getting on freeways. We rode the farm roads in northern Somis which is still beautiful since the county has not ruined it yet with tract homes and shopping strips, so enjoy this section while you can.  View our route. We took our first break at Simi Shell and then we headed up Black Canyon which can be tricky and intimidating but it will make you a better rider.  Then from Chatsworth we took side roads to get to TO and then to Santa Rosa Valley where I had planned a vista view stop but Carla invited us to take a break at her house where we could meet her watchdog Annabelle and enjoy the view. After she passed out refreshments we hopped back on our reliable Japanese and German bikes and made our way to Smokey's BBQ at Seabridge, Oxnard.
Everyone seemed to enjoy the new restaurant and food so with full tummies we decided to explore Seabridge which is a gated bayside community but pedestrians are welcomed. There were a few "open houses" and Carla talked us into checking them out and we all enjoyed it.  After an hour of more sightseeing we said our good byes and departed.  
Rick Bell said he and his family were here before and they rented an electric boat.  So there is lots to do at the new Seabridge.
The next time we do this ride we will take Box Canyon instead of the twistie and steep Black Canyon.
Find out more about Seabridge
seabridgemarina.com
seabridgemarinahomes.com