CC Bexley Reliability Trial 2025
Reliability Trials
These are non-competitive, long-distance cycling events focused on fitness, self-reliance, and navigation skills. Unlike Audax rides, which aim for a steady average speed, Reliability Trials require riders to complete a set route (e.g., 100 miles) within a specified time limit (e.g., 8 hours).
Usually held by cycling clubs in winter, these trials help cyclists maintain fitness off-season. Riders receive a route card, stamped at control points along the course, sometimes near refreshment stops. Organized by non-profit clubs, they’re an excellent way to connect with local cyclists and explore club cycling opportunities.
Hot and Cold Refreshments available at the Event HQ plus a wide selection of homemade cakes, buns and rolls all served up with a smile by the lovely CCB Ladies.
Start
Horton Kirby and South Darenth Village Hall, Horton Road, South Darent, DA4 9AZ
8.00am halll open, first long distance rider off 8.30 am
Reliability Trial Check Points
Check Point 1 (applies to Long and Short route)
Shipbourne Point 23 Long route Point 19 Short route Just before turn onto Hildenborough Road
Check Point 2 (applies to Long route)
Brindley Heath Point 43. Just before Right Turn onto A22 Eastbourne Road.
Check Point 3 (applies to Long route)
Gangers Hill towards top within wooded area, before point 55 turn onto The Ridge.
Distances
100 km starts at 08:30 am
Estimated ride times 4 – 4.5 hours
50 km starts at 09:00 am.
Estimated ride times 2.5 – 3 hours
Entry Fee
£5.00 at the start line £5.50 payable online before
50 km course details
Tap on the route directions or download the directions
100 km course details
Tap on the picture or download directions HERE
Tap on the picture or download directions HERE
Results 2023
Coming soon
Results 2022
Event cancelled dut to unforseen circumstances
Results 2021
Coming soon….
Results 2020
Event cancelled due to Covid19
Results 2019
Event cancelled due to bad weather
Results 2018
Coming soon
Results 2017
Coming soon
Results 2016
| Position | Club | Points |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | CC Bexley | 11 |
| 2 | West Kent Road Club | 10 |
| 3 | VC Elan | 7 |
| 4 | Kent Velo Girls & Boys | 6 |
| 5 | Old Portlians CC | 4 |
| 5 | Woolwich CC | 4 |
| 7 | Dulwich Paragon CC | 3 |
| 7 | Gravesend CC | 3 |
| 7 | Meridian CC | 3 |
| 10 | Addiscomb CC | 2 |
| 10 | Parentis Cycle Team | 2 |
| 12 | gemini BC | 1 |
| 12 | CTC | 1 |
| - | Independent Riders | 7 |
Results 2015
Our Reliability Trial was held on a fairly mild dry day after a worryingly wet Saturday. It was rather windy and one of those days where it was hard to determine which way the wind was blowing. It seems you were always riding into it!
The host club won the event by one point. The full result is given below.
| Position | Club | Points |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | CC Bexley | 11 |
| 2 | West Kent Road Club | 10 |
| 3 | VC Elan | 7 |
| 4 | Kent Velo Girls & Boys | 6 |
| 5 | Old Portlians CC | 4 |
| 5 | Woolwich CC | 4 |
| 7 | Dulwich Paragon CC | 3 |
| 7 | Gravesend CC | 3 |
| 7 | Meridian CC | 3 |
| 10 | Addiscomb CC | 2 |
| 10 | Parentis Cycle Team | 2 |
| 12 | gemini BC | 1 |
| 12 | CTC | 1 |
| - | Independent Riders | 7 |
We would like to thanks all the riders for supporting the event, the helpers and checkers who gave up their time to make the event a success, and the ladies who provided the hot drinks and food.