First time here and came on Veterans Day. They were having a BOGO and offer was valid. I didn't…read moreknow what to expect but it was a fun experience! First race I placed low and then the second race, I finished in third place. You get the hang of it after a couple of races but overall, fun and they make sure you are safe. I would totally bring the boys out here and race each other.

We brought our 7-year-old son to K1 Racing in Thousand Oaks specifically for their youth night,…read moreexcited for a fun family evening. Their own website clearly states to arrive at 6pm, with no mention of calling ahead, no reservation system, no waitlist. So that's exactly what we did. We arrived on time only to be turned away because the spots were already gone. Apparently there's an unwritten rule that regulars know to call ahead, information conveniently absent from their website. When we asked the general manager, Cameron, why this wasn't communicated anywhere publicly, her repeated response was essentially "we're popular", offered with the self-satisfaction of someone who sees no problem with the situation. No apology. No empathy. No acknowledgment that their website is actively misleading customers. Just a shrug and a reminder that this is "how you learn for next time." My son was in tears. What's most frustrating isn't the miscommunication, it's the attitude. A good manager finds a way to soften the blow, acknowledge the failure, and make a family feel heard. Cameron did none of that. When I pointed out that if calling ahead is policy, it should be stated publicly, she had no real answer, just more deflection about how popular they are. K1 may be too busy to care about losing one family's business, but we had been planning a birthday party there. That won't be happening. If you value clear communication and basic customer service, proceed with caution.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Owner is very helpful. Will give you advice on what's right one for the item you're looking. He…read moretakes time to answer questions you have. I drive all the way there the parts I need. The place is nice and the tracks are great for rc. I wish the owner finds a bigger place to build tracks at least in between Ventura County & SF Valley.

My experience has been great at Opposite Lock. We discovered Mini Z in early December and Brian at…read moreOpposite Lock had been great. He is very knowledgeable and has taken the time to help me understand what all of options are. Yesterday I walked in thinking I'd upgrade one of my two box stocks and he put himself in my shoes and helped me avoid a costly upgrade for nominal improvement. I instead walked out with a new Reflex kit and feel confident I can handle my own build. Looking forward to diving in and becoming more self sufficient with my equipment. Long story short... I don't understand the series of negative reviews about the owner from a few months ago. My experiences have been positive and haven't once felt like he wasn't willing to help educate. I'm sure it is a tough gig having customers with varying levels of knowledge and experience. He has been super helpful and I'm stoked to have a local shop to support who provides more value than other options online.

Brook and Jerry did a great job on my super charged 92 Foxbody. A wealth of knowledge. Pleasure to…read morehave them tune my car. Highly recommended.

Brook and Tommy are awesome!…read more Great facility, with reasonably priced nitrous and a great Superflow above ground dyno - only $100 for 3 pulls! They also are an SCT authorized reseller/tuner so you can get your car dialed in right here on the dyno and make sure it's running perfect.

Took my Kawasaki ZX4RR in to get the ECU flashed. Great communication all the way through the…read moreprocess and they did a fantastic and FAST job removing the ECU, sending it to Graves, and reinstalling. Bike came out with ZERO scratches / blemishes from their disassembly/assembly work which is NOT something you can particularly count on at other places. Super knowledgeable and friendly owner, and I was really happy with the final result and price. Look forward to bringing in more bikes

I was referred to John by another Yamaha rider (FZ8) who was very pleased with the work John had…read moredone on his bike. My bike needed service as it left me stranded, it wouldn't start back up when I reached my destination and had to call AAA to have it towed home. It was nothing that John wasn't able to cure with a full tuneup including chain & sprocket. But since I've passed the 80 age mark, I decided to treat myself to an ECU Flash and I'm so glad I did. No hesitation now when I shift gears and the response is fantastic. I haven't had a chance to determine if my top end has improved yet but am looking forward to testing it to find out. I ride a 2006 Yamaha FZ1 (1000cc) because I'm still too young to slow down. John took care of me and I'm Very Pleased with my decision to have him work on my bike. I'm looking forward to another 10+ years riding this bike, sharing the lane on the 101 & 405 and weaving my way through traffic. Thank you John, having a fantastic time riding on my tuned sport touring bike.

Gary is very knowledgeable and versatile. Gary will work on…read moreall kinds of bikes. He is trustworthy.

After getting the "we can't help you" from other shops, Gary here at RPM did help me. He answers…read morehis own phone: "Come in, drop it off, pick it up" no problem. All true. Nice guy too (not fake like many others who have pre-recorded bs in their heads to feed you then forget you). Gary's the guy who has many years of experience and runs a good independent motorcycle shop to give you honest, knowledgeable, personalized, fairly priced service.

Had my son's 11bday party here and it was perfect! They made it so easy! Kids had the best time and…read moreparents were thrilled - thank you Hannah and Levi!

We brought our son to the Saturday beginners clinic and he was hooked on BMX! The coaches are all…read morereally nice and encouraging to the young riders. It is a great family environment, everyone has been so nice and helpful to not only our son but to us as the new BMX parents learning as well. Freedom Park has a very well maintained and groomed track. Nice bleachers to watch the action from as well as a nice little pro shop on site. It's a blast watching the races from the little ones on the scoot/balance bikes to the pros who fly across the jumps with style and Grace!

Love this place well maintain extremely well put together thank you for having this placeread more

I attended a fundraiser and workshop at this venue in Camarillo. This location was a great middle…read moreway from folks in the Hawaiian and Polynesian communities up north, from Santa Barbara as far south, from San Diego. Plenty of parking and a nice stage and seating inside as well as a canteen area for eating or more socializing. The canteen area has a room length bar with a mirror behind it that was so retro looking and perfect for concessions. Perfect venue for the needs of the activities. The bathrooms were very dated and just looked a bit run down but were functioning so couldn't complain too much but it could use a facelift. Would highly recommend this venue in Camarillo.

For four years in a row, we have taken up to 65 eighth graders to Golf N' Stuff, Ventura, for a…read morethree hour visit on a Monday afternoon on our way up to the El Capitan Canyon campground. This Golf N' Stuff is extremely safe, clean, well kept up, and our students love the rides, mini golf, food, and arcade. The staff is phenomenal! They are patient, kind, and they keep the students safe. It is always a very fun, safe, and special experience for our students. Well done, Golf N' Stuff staff!!

This Golf N' Stuff location is absolutely amazing. they have…read morea little bit of everything: miniature golf, arcade, bumper karts, go-kart and more. Everything is affordable. They have a snack bar: pizza, chips hotdogs etc.

(Half #16, 2015)…read more Running 13 miles along the beautiful beaches of Southern California--and getting a super cool medal for doing so--is an exceptional way to spend your morning, is it not? (Most of my friends whole-heartedly disagree, so let 'em.) But while most linger still in dreamland's starlit warmth, fast asleep and snuggling their pillows, shoelaced running enthusiasts congregate upon Ventura's coastline for Elite Sports' 3rd annual Shoreline Half Marathon. If you've run the Ventura Half or Elite Sports' Seaside Half, this course'll look pretty familiar. Beginning around the Ventura Promenade and Pier, Shoreline's Half courses North along the beach's rolling bike and pedestrian path. For the most part, this course is flat and even. (It's relative, I know.) A few dips are here and there, but the ocean and accompanying scenery distract, enough so that you may not even notice the simple climbs. The Half doesn't begin until 8am--the 5k and 10k follow--so it's likely you'll be running through some heat. (I'd brought a cap, and I am so glad I did because running South after the turn-around means seven miles sunward.) Bring along some sunscreen! Shoreline has multiple water/aid stations along the route, welcoming oases that certainly help as the temperature rises. Shoreline also offers its Half Marathoners free tacos and beer after the race, and that's a great perk; however, the lines for both were a bit long. We opted instead to try a taco shop upon the pier: a couple Beach House Tacos and a limed Corona seriously...hit...the...spot! (Another reason for getting tacos along the pier, by the way, was that our validated receipt awarded us free parking in the neighboring structure!) What's really cool about Elite Sports' races, though, is their "Endurance Challenge": running seven of their Half marathons awards a challenge medal at the year's end. I want that! Having run now four of Elite's Half so far, I was given another water bottle, a sweet running cap, and a great ditty bag! For more information about the Endurance Challenge, check here: elitesportsca.com/Endura.... And, even cooler, is that Elite Sports' races are included in the CA Half Series (calhalfseries.com), which--if you're into Halfs--awards a 10-, 15-, and 20-run series medal at the end of the year. Running seven of Elite Sports' inches you closer to the halfway mark! TIP: If you plan to run any of Elite Sports' or the CA Half Series' races, check out RaceShed (raceshed.com); it gives "race for less" discounts and promo codes.

First off - I understand that this was the 2nd year that this race was put on and I heard many…read morecomplaints about it from last year. So I went into this race not feeling really good about it. However - My wife and I thought overall this was a solid organized event and a fair price for what you get out of it. The prerace packet pick up was at a local Sports Authority. Basically you received the chip, race number, shirt, plastic bottle, bag and a few coupons. Not a whole lot in comparison to other races.. The pickup was rather smooth btw. Nice sectioned off area of the store. The race location iteself: Plenty of parking at the location and easy to get to. The pre announcements were loud and clear and the race started on time This was a timed race and it clearly appeared to be some confusion by racers as how the staggerred times should work becuase you saw folks that clearly should not have been going up front with the top racers. One ouch moment occurred before the race: The announcer did slip up and cursed not knowing he was still on an open Mic. he did apologize but it was a bit unproffesional - especially with a kid/family friendly event. The course for the most part was rather flat and the first couple of miles you do see the shoreline but then is spans out away from the beach and into a residential area. The first few miles were tight - thin bike path and trying to pass people was a bit difficult. One draw back with this race is that it is not exactly closed off. Racers need to contend with beachgoers and transiets that wander throughout the course. There were police and volunteers keeping traffic away. There was a bit of an uphill and then a nice long down hill with shade through the residential area during I believe miles 3-4. This race was HOT! really baked on you and drained you. My guess was that it was mid to high 70's early in the am. Refreshments: Water, gatorade and gel stations were staggered through out the race course. I know other reviewers reported to have gotten lost or confused and got off course but I honeslty thought that it was rather well directed. Post Race: There was a tent for post race results, tents for water, gatorade, bread, bannanas and oranges etc.. Also had massage tables set up and they worked for tips. Music was playing - nice grassy area Not just with this race but with all races I honeslty wish participants were more aware and courteous of other racers. Too many participants dont actually run and walk the course speading out across the lane shoulder to shoulder and talking with their friends making it very difficult for actual runners to pass... Also people that race with their dogs have got to keep them under control. (My suggestion to Organizers is to maybe do an etiquette review by the announcer prior to each race) The wife and I would do this one again - the only real draw back was it was incrediblly hot - which you just take your chances with mother nature.

(26th Half, 2015)…read more Elite Sports, its races included in the CA Half series and featuring around Ventura County, has a challenge, the Endurance Challenge: Complete ESCA events in the same calendar year, and your rewards are... ​​** 2 Events (same Distance) Half, 5k or 10k--Custom Club tech shirt. **** 4 Events (same Distance) Half, 5k or 10k--Runner's hat, ditty bag, and water bottle. ****** 6 Events (same Distance) Half, 5k or 10k--Large gear bag with Series logo. ******* 7 Events (same Distance) Half, 5k or 10k--Special Season finale medal presented at Holly Jolly Half in December! So that's why I'm here at the Holly Jolly Half and to receive my Endurance Challenge medal, one that I've worked toward for the entire year: 1. Camarillo Half (http://www.yelp.com/biz/camarillo-marathon-camarillo?ylist=run-fatboy-run-long-beach-3) 2. West Hills Half (http://www.yelp.com/biz/west-hills-half-marathon-5k-10k-los-angeles?ylist=run-fatboy-run-long-beach-3) 3. Seaside Half (http://www.yelp.com/biz/seaside-half-marathon-5k-10k-ventura?ylist=run-fatboy-run-long-beach-3) 4. Shoreline Half (http://www.yelp.com/biz/shoreline-half-marathon-ventura?ylist=run-fatboy-run-long-beach-3) 5. Arroyo Creek Half (http://www.yelp.com/biz/arroyo-creek-half-marathon-5k-10k-simi-valley?ylist=run-fatboy-run-long-beach-3) 6. Harvest Half (which was sadly cancelled, but runners received credit for the finale medal anyway.) 7. Holly Jolly Half With the exception of the Arroyo Creek Half, all medals denoted each of the races. (Since the Halfs cost more, the coinciding medal, in my opinion, should stand on its own and not include the 5K and 10K runs.) However, the runs themselves are on the cheaper side, running about $60-$70 for the Halfs, so I just look the other way. I will say that the runs themselves aren't that entertaining, aren't as scenic as I'd like; but, again, they're easier on the wallet. If you're running the Ojai Half, though, it really is gorgeous and completely worth price. (I ran it in 2014: http://www.yelp.com/biz/ojai-half-marathon-5k-and-10k-ojai?ylist=run-fatboy-run-long-beach-3). The Endurance Challenge medal is a bit disappointing as well, anticlimactic; although the Gear Bag--received after running six events--is pretty cool. Nevertheless, Elite Sports' Halfs are included in the CA Half Series, and that's why I'd also run them, pushing myself to clear 20 Halfs for the year. All said and run, I'm unsure as to whether or not I would chase the Endurance Challenge again. I would just as soon pay a bit more for a more significant end-of-the-year series medal. (Again, Ojai would be the exception.) We'll see. Elite Sports looks as though it is growing. I'll keep my eyes open.

This race was close to home and super cheap. It was a smaller scale race, not your big advertised…read morekinda of race. Cost for the race was $45 and up until October it was still under $80 for the half marathon. Website was easy to navigate through and gave all pertinent information. Packet pickup was Saturday or on race day. You received a tech tshirt and a finishers medal for completing the race. Post race included bagels, oranges, water and electrolyte drink, awards for the top 3 in each category, awards for best costume and two food trucks (The Grilled Cheese truck and the ElaBrew Coffee truck). Course was mostly flat and included some street running and the majority was on a bike/running path. The half marathon was a two loop course, which is always a bummer. I would rather, get to one point and turn around than have to run the same course twice, looking at the same thing. The worst is getting to mile 7 and seeing the finish line and then having to run past it. UGGGGGG. Such a mind tease. Water and electrolyte stations were set up every couple miles and volunteers were always ready and friendly. Pros: -low registration fee -easy parking -cool medal -The Grilled Cheese Truck -happy volunteers -good aid stations -well organized Cons: -Wish the award categories were split up into smaller categories -2 loop course is a bummer -the paint on my medal was peeling and it had a red, white and blue ribbon....wasn't this a holiday race. Would have been better with holiday colors to match the actual holiday themed medal. -wish more people dressed up. -more spectators cheering on the runners would have been nice Would I do this one again? Maybe if they considered changing the course from a two loop to a one looper.