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Cycleogical

Your Ticket to Ride

Victoria Kertz

No gym? No problem. The great outdoors awaits and Cycleogical has your ticket to ride. With hundreds of miles of South OC trails boasting picturesque views and vistas, now’s the time to gear up and get rolling. Whether you enjoy leisurely cruises with the family, want a challenging workout, or seek an opportunity to explore your surroundings while getting some fresh air, owners Bill and Melissa Mol will fit you with just the right bike to suit your needs.

Dana Point’s premier bike shop, conveniently located near La Plaza Park, is stocked with everything you’ll need to hit the open road. As the pandemic made its mark on every business this year, Bill and Melissa anticipated a surge in demand for cycling and prepared for the eventuality that followed. In early February, the Mol’s staffed up and ramped up inventories to meet the needs of the local community, but the level of interest even surpassed their projections. When gyms and offices closed, customers poured in for everything from bike maintenance to road bikes and e-bikes. Mountain bikes flew off the racks, and in just the first four days of California’s lockdown, the most affordable models were completely sold out.

With inventories replenished, Bill is thrilled to see a continued enthusiasm for cycling. As he points out, you can ride year-round in Southern California while getting a workout and enjoying the outdoors. He and Melissa are passionate about promoting healthy lifestyles, and the resurgence in cycling (or riding, as mountain bikers say) has been fueled by the recent desire for alternatives to indoor or densely packed activities.

It was a shared passion for biking that led the Mols to say goodbye to corporate jobs and open Cycleogical, a name that Melissa coined. “We’ve always wanted to do our own thing,” Melissa says. “We’re lucky to have a great staff and a good sense of family,” she adds.

Cyclelogical offers all manner of bikes, from sleek road frames to electric styles and rugged mountain varieties, as well as every accessory and part a cyclist could imagine. With an unprecedented demand for maintenance and repairs in past months, Bill says parts like tubes and tires are difficult to secure, so he proactively sources them from all over the country. It’s this level of commitment that enables Cycleogical to offer a high level of service, such as a quick, 24 to 48 hour turnaround for repairs.

Their service team (some of whom have been there since doors opened) are an integral part of the customer loyalty the company has cultivated. The newest addition to the service department isn’t a person, though; it’s a heavy-duty lift that allows the team to service and repair e-bikes, which typically weigh too much for other shops to handle. In fact, the Mols are in the development stage of a store-branded e-bike they expect will be available next year.

Cycleogical is also finding creative ways to host organized charity rides like it’s done in the past. The Mols have sponsored annual events such as the Dana Point Grand Prix and Kids on Wheels, both of which raise funds for new bikes that are donated to the Boys and Girls Club of the South Coast Area. Due to social distancing guidelines, the Mols have opted to sponsor a Virtual Ride Challenge this year. Proceeds will benefit the Boys and Girls Club, and will also be used to incentivize kids to participate by offering a range of prizes. “We want to encourage kids to get outside,” Melissa says of the new event. “They say it only takes three weeks for healthy lifestyle changes to become habits.” Fortunately, the same is true for adults!

Start your cardio routine with a new bike or check one out for a family member. Premium brands like Cannondale, Santa Cruz, Yeti, and Pivot are in stock and waiting for you at Cycleogical. And with the holidays right around the corner, it’s the perfect place to shop local and support a family-owned business.

No matter what kind of bike the cyclist in your life rides, Cycleogical has a high-tech accessory, helmet, or car rack to give this season. The friendly and knowledgeable staff will help you make the best decision, and don’t forget to say hello to the resident, shop dog, Ryder. The sweet, standard poodle is always on hand when the Mols are in the shop.

Cyclelogical
34102 La Plaza A, Dana Point
949.542.4777 • CyclelogicalBikes.com

Instagram: @cycleogical
Facebook: @Cycleogical
Twitter: @itsCycleogical
YouTube: Cycleogical Channel

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Dr David Steenblock DO

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John Redmond Orthodontics

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TANNINS Restaurant & Wine Bar

by Dina Scaglione

Most foodies would agree; a good meal should be an experience savored and enjoyed, a time to marinate over palatable flavors and hearty conversation with friends. For nearly 20 years, Tannins Restaurant & Wine Bar, in San Juan Capistrano, has facilitated this type of dining experience with its authentic southern Italian fare, fueled by superb wine and a contemporary, welcoming vibe. Committed to the definitive dining experience, Tannins offers interesting wine and food pairings, with over 40 varietals to choose from. Five years ago, Cordon Bleu trained, and certified Master Chef Marc Cummings took over Tannins’ kitchen, breathing new life into the menu and transforming it into something worth writing home about.

Kick off your meal with the tender Calamari Fritti, delicately fried and accompanied by a fiery Arrabbiata dipping sauce for a melt-in-your-mouth experience. The Tannins salad with garbanzo beans, shallots, capers and avocado, drizzled with a citrusy Poppy seed dressing, is the perfect starter — with or without the addition of chicken, salmon or shrimp. Then, there’s the pasta… authentically and unpretentiously prepared from Old World recipes. The signature Pancetta Carbonara, crafted from pan-fried pancetta, freshly cracked egg and finely grated Pecorino is a longstanding favorite. The Fettuccini Toscana is another popular dish featuring sun-dried tomatoes, artichoke hearts and blackened chicken, amid a flavorful cream sauce. Like many classic Italian restaurants, Tannins also serves up tasty pizzas from the traditional Margarita with Roma tomatoes and aromatic basil to its Barbeque Chicken and Gourmet Veggie Pizza. Desserts are prepared fresh daily by a local pastry chef and include a delightfully moist carrot cake with cream cheese frosting and the elegant Tiramisu.

Tannins has met the challenges of COVID-19 head on by updating its lively indoor bar and wine cellar, cozy wine cave, inside dining and expanded covered patio areas to allow for safe and comfortable social distancing. Visit Tannins for your next meal or special occasion and enjoy the ambiance and its distinctly flavorful cuisine. Open daily for lunch from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. and for dinner from 4 to 9 p.m.

TANNINS RESTAURANT & WINE BAR
27211 Ortega Highway • San Juan Capistrano
949.661.8466 • TanninsRestaurant.com

Instagram: @tanninsrestaurantandwinebar
Facebook: @TanninsRestaurantWineBar

OC Parks Spooky Series

A frightfully fun week of virtual Halloween offerings commencing October 26

WHAT:
OC Parks presents “OC Parks Spooky Series,” a frightfully fun week of virtual Halloween offerings happening on social media October 26-31.

Tune in to OC Parks’ Facebook and Instagram for a daily series including Halloween-themed highlights from county parks and the OC Zoo, along with a bewitching Shakespearean scene filmed at Arden: Helena Modjeska Historic House and Gardens. The week of virtual programming will culminate with a rock-and-ghoul performance from local cover band, Past Action Heroes on Saturday, October 31 at 4 p.m. PST.

Before the virtual week of frightful fun begins, OC Parks will host a drive-in movie series at Mile Square Regional Park October 23, 24 and 25 featuring “Hocus Pocus.” Tickets will go on sale Tuesday, October 13 at 10 a.m. and will be announced through OC Parks’ social channels and on OCParks.com.

WHEN:
Starting Monday, October 26 through Saturday, October 31

“OC Parks Spooky Series” social media schedule:

• Monday, October 26 – Halloween-inspired craft
• Tuesday, October 27 – Halloween-themed trivia
• Wednesday, October 28 – Halloween at the OC Zoo video
• Thursday, October 29 – Throwback: A post from OC Parks’ past
• Friday, October 30 – Feature Friday: Scene from Shakespeare’s Macbeth filmed at Arden: Helena Modjeska Historic House and Gardens
• Saturday, October 31 – Halloween-themed virtual concert featuring Past Action Heroes

WHERE:
OC Parks’ Facebook (@OrangeCountyParks) and Instagram (@OCParks)

MORE INFORMATION:
Follow along on OC Parks’ Facebook and Instagram pages for upcoming “OC Parks Spooky Series” announcements. #OCParksSpookySeries

Dr. David Steenblock

PERSONALIZED REGENERATIVE MEDICINE

For the last 50 years, Dr. David Steenblock, a Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine, is the interdisciplinary medical mind who has taken roads untraveled to find the ultimate healing for his patients using stem cells and regenerative medicine. With a rich history in medical practice and awards, including the Charles H. Farr M.D., Ph.D. Award for Outstanding Achievement in Research and Development of Oxidative Medicine in 2002 and the Lifetime Achievement Award from the Academy of Comprehensive Integrative Medicine (ACIM) in Orlando, Florida in 2015.

Dr. David Steenblock is considered a global expert on stem cell medicine and regenerative therapies. “I enjoy finding the answers to help those who are suffering,” he says from his private library with an amassed collection of over 6,000 medical books and hundreds of research papers. “I’m always looking at the latest medical papers, reviewing multiple papers per day. What is the latest and best thing that we can do to help the sick, the ill, and the injured? What can we do to keep these old bodies functioning like 24-year-olds?”

His practice has used stem cells and regenerative medicine to significantly heal patients suffering from ALS, Alzheimer’s and Dementia, Chronic Pain, Strokes and Traumatic Brain Injury, Heart Disease and Cerebral Palsy.

The doctor has also created a revolutionary supplement called Stemgevity which utilizes encapsulated stem cell growth activators to help patients relieve pain, promote tissue regeneration, stimulate collagen, and see fast results in overall youth-factors.

Today, Dr. Steenblock practices medicine in his 7400 square foot medical clinic overlooking the ocean. His clinic is well equipped with a variety of medical devices designed to “turn on” 760 different genes involved with helping stem cells form new blood vessels for the growth, repair, and regeneration of damaged, diseased and senescent tissues. This integrated synergistic stem cell healing and regeneration program is why patients travel from all over the world to “Come for the Healing!”

DAVID STEENBLOCK, D.O.
Personalized Regenerative Medicine
187 Avenida La Pata
San Clemente
949.367.8870
StemCellMD.org

Riviera Laser Studios

JEANNINE KOFFORD, MD
Dr. Jeannine Kofford at Riviera Laser Studios is a leading expert in natural full face rejuvenation using long-lasting facial fillers and advanced laser resurfacing techniques. She has more than 20 years of experience with facial injectables and lasers and is a national trainer and a true master of the art of facial rejuvenation. Riviera Laser Studios specializes in safe, minimally invasive techniques for personalized results without the look of a traditional surgical facelift.

Outside the office, Dr. Kofford is active in the community as well as internationally. She travels extensively on non-profit medical missions providing medical services to those in need. Recent trips include travels to the Philippines and India.

Free 3D Facial Imaging Consultations
Riviera Laser Studios offers a free, unique consultation that features 3D imaging, allowing patients to see themselves from all angles in just a few minutes. To better inform patients, Dr. Kofford provides an overview of the facial aging process while also discussing individual patient needs and concerns. With patient input, a customized plan is created using 3D facial imaging coupled with the doctor’s expertise.

Global Facial Rejuvenation Approach
To achieve a natural, youthful look, Dr. Kofford takes a conservative, yet global approach to volumize and restore what time takes away. She starts with rebuilding a foundation deep below the skin to reconstruct volume loss and laser resurfacing, as needed. Next, Dr. Kofford contours soft tissue areas such as the cheeks and tear troughs to restore the central face. Finally, she refines lines and wrinkles, creating an overall younger look with lasting results. To ensure natural looking results and patient satisfaction, several sessions are often suggested while providing immediate results with little to no down time. Now, you can look 10 years younger for 10 years longer!

RIVIERA LASER STUDIOS
34189 Pacific Coast Hwy., Ste. 201
Dana Point
Text or Call
949.370.3177
RivieraLaserStudio.net
Follow on Instagram
@drjeanninekoffordfaceartist

John Redmond Orthodontics

ORTHODONTICS

Dr. John Redmond has been creating beautiful smiles in San Clemente for the last 20 years. His team has a combined 150 years of experience and they pride themselves in providing quality care in a warm and friendly environment where you will find yourself feeling more like family than patients. Whether you’re wanting to straighten your teeth with traditional braces, lingual braces (behind the teeth) or Clear Aligners, Dr. John specializes in them all.

Traditional Braces
Braces can correct crooked and crowded teeth, a misaligned bite, and jaw problems. Braces also eliminate issues you may have with eating, speaking properly, or with keeping your teeth clean. With advancements in dental technology, traditional braces are now sleeker, smaller, and more comfortable.

INBRACE Lingual Braces
INBRACE dramatically improves on the most important aspects of orthodontic treatment. Hidden behind your teeth, INBRACE is quicker and more comfortable. INBRACE reimagines fundamental orthodontic principles with 21st century technology to create something both revolutionary and familiar. With nothing attached to the front of your teeth, enjoy the benefits of your improving smile with INBRACE within weeks.

Clear Aligners
John Redmond Orthodontics in San Clemente will help you achieve the beautiful smile you deserve. With Clear Aligners, you can get the straight teeth you’ve always wanted without dealing with braces. Dr. John Redmond has 20 years of experience in Clear Aligner treatment. He has now the ability to create clear aligners in his office.

Digital Impression System
No more goop, gagging, or discomfort! Using a digital scanner, Dr. John takes a highly accurate digital impression. This new technology completely eliminates the tray and putty impression. The new scanner ensures a more accurate impression from the start, resulting in improved treatment and a more comfortable patient experience. Digital impression also gives you the ability to see an instant 3D simulation of what your teeth will look like after orthodontic treatment!

COVID-19 Guidelines
The office is diligently following the guidelines outlined by the CDC for the dental industry. Additionally, the office is following the highest recommended safety protocols during the pandemic, including temperature screening, the use of antiviral foggers three times during the day, and UV lights, which are known to kill bacteria and germs.

Call today to schedule your complimentary consultation. The office is open Monday through Friday and offers convenient evening appointments. John Redmond Orthodontics also accepts most insurance and provides flexible payment options including zero down and zero interest.

JOHN REDMOND ORTHODONTICS
181 Avenida Vaquero, Ste. C
San Clemente
949.492.2141
JohnRedmondOrthodontics.com

Sea View Pharmacy

DRS. EUGENE and JENNIFER MEDLEY

An often overlooked but important healthcare connection to establish is a personal relationship with your neighborhood pharmacist. Experienced, independent pharmacists are an invaluable resource for parents, seniors, athletes, and anyone else who needs trusted medical information and consultations. Family-owned and operated for 43 years, and now in its second generation, Sea View Pharmacy in San Clemente has served the community through decades of sweeping changes in healthcare and will support the current generation of local families through the next.

Jerry Medley assumed ownership of Sea View in 1988 and can still be spotted behind the counter assisting patients. His son Eugene now owns and, runs the day-to-day operations now, along with Eugene’s wife Jennifer (when she’s not chasing after three busy kids!). Eugene grew up hanging around the pharmacy, but he explored stints as an ocean lifeguard, working in animal husbandry with Siegfried and Roy, and teaching veterinary anatomy before obtaining a doctorate degree in pharmacy and joining his father. As a professional, Medley finds gratification in knowing his business caters to a particular niche in the marketplace. “We can devote more time to customer service than corporate-run stores,” he says, “As a compounding pharmacy, we can provide customized therapies that aren’t available commercially.”

“Pharmaceutical companies formulate medications and determine dosages based on a 180-pound Caucasian male,” Medley explains, “We work with physicians to customize treatments for people who don’t fit into that mold.” Babies with digestive issues, hormone replacement for both women and men, veterinary patients, and people with special dietary requirements—just to name a few—all benefit from a partnership between the doctor and pharmacist to determine the most effective treatment with the most appropriate dosage.

As San Clemente’s only independent pharmacy, Sea View is also the go-to source for all medical equipment and supplies—even hard to find products—from bandages and braces to compression garments and wheelchairs. The website provides a wealth of information as well, including drug profiles, healthy recipes, articles, and referrals. Check out SeaViewPharmacy.com and take a peek, or better yet, stop by and introduce yourself!

SEA VIEW PHARMACY
665 Camino de los Mares, #101
San Clemente
949.496.0123
SeaViewPharmacy.com

Pediatric Dentistry

NHU Q. TRAN, DDS, APC

Dr. Nhu Q. Tran has been taking care of “sugar bugs” on kids’ teeth in San Clemente for over fifteen years. Her number one goal is to provide optimal dental care, in a gentle and caring manner to all her patients. Dr. Tran enjoys treating a wide age range of patients who visit her pediatric dental practice. She has fun tickling the teeth of infants and toddlers who visit her for their first check up and cleaning. She also takes pride and care guiding a fearful child or teenager through a treatment and helping them overcome their dental fears. Whether a child is excited to have their teeth “counted and brushed” or they are nervous about seeing “Mr. Slurpy” and “Mr. Thirsty,” Dr. Tran and her team strive to provide every child with a fun and educational experience that they enjoy and look forward to each and every time.

A native of Southern California, Dr. Tran went to UC Berkeley for her undergraduate education, then relocated to the Midwest and attended Case Western Reserve University School of Dentistry in Cleveland, Ohio. Having graduated among the top of her class, she became a recipient of the Pierre Fauchard Scholarship, and earned a membership into the National Dental Honor Society, Omicron Kappa Upsilon. Following dental school, Dr. Tran returned to Southern California to pursue two years of additional post-doctorate training in pediatric dentistry, at the University of Southern California. After receiving her Advanced Pediatric Dental Certificate from USC, Dr. Tran pursued further advancement in her specialty by achieving the status of Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry.

Aside from taking care of her private patients, Dr. Tran has given back to her Trojan roots by being a part of the USC Advanced Pediatric Dentistry Faculty since 2006. Furthermore, she spent five years as the Pediatric Dental Residency Director at the Children’s Dental Health Clinic at Miller Children’s Hospital, in Long Beach. Dr. Tran’s involvement in academia enables her to provide the most up-to-date and thorough treatment for her patients. She recently decided to step away from her role as director to spend more time with her family and her private practice. So, whether you see Dr. Tran in the office or on the baseball field rooting on her boys, be sure to say hello! And whether your child is 1 or 16, excited or nervous, healthy or has special health care needs, Dr. Tran and her team are trained and ready to provide the best care for your children.

NHU Q. TRAN, DDS, APC
Pediatric Dentistry
1171 Puerta del Sol, Ste. A • San Clemente
949.481.5437 (KIDS)
SCKidsDentist.com