Originally Posted by
big john
Do try the SFVBC rides, every Sat and Sun at CSUN at 8:00. Herbm is a nice guy in Burbank, he could show you the ropes.
+1 That's probably the best group to do a first group ride with, because they expect people of varied abilities to be there and they break off into smaller groups during the ride. There is often plenty of space between riders (not great for drafting, but great for safety).
They're doing a 42 mile ride starting in Tujunga this Saturday. I'd do it, but I have an obligation I probably won't be able to get out of (but the wife is letting me ride Sunday to compensate)