Back by popular demand but with the addition of a Bonus Prize this year!

For those wondering what a Reliability Ride is or consists of here is an official explanation: "In the U.K. a reliability ride is known as a test of a cyclist’s reliability and that of their bike coming out of the winter period. The emphasis is on fitness, self-reliance and navigational skills. They are a great way to get in some early-season miles and work on your base endurance.

The route is not signposted but a basic route map may be provided.There are no feed stations, timing chips or souvenir t-shirts. The ride is not a race. It takes place on open roads and without marshals etc. It is imperative that participants ride responsibly and in accordance with the Highway Code"

HOW DO I GET INVOLVED?

First off if you haven’t done so already, join our RedSky Bikes Strava Club by clicking here

There are 4 dates in which you have 7 days to complete one of the 4 routes:

Sat 25th Jan till 1st Feb
Sat 15th Feb till 22nd Feb
Sat 8th March till 15th March
Sat 29th March till 5th April

• Simply choose one of the 4 road routes
• Each one is a little bit longer and a little bit harder
• Invite some friends
• Ride and record your stats making sure you Share to the RedSky Bikes Strava Club
• Next date try and better your time on the same route or maybe your training will help you move on to the more testing routes
• This is an opportunity to test your fitness or kick-start your season with challenges to aim for
• This year we encourage you to challenge yourself and your friends

The 4 Routes are on Strava and on our website on the News & Events page. You can download, upload or memorise them but these are the routes:

EASY route

https://www.strava.com/routes/3314241734864542704

INTER route

https://www.strava.com/routes/3314242322780228976

HARD route

https://www.strava.com/routes/3314242051382773514

TESTING route

https://www.strava.com/routes/3314243137264097648

EVERYONE LOVES A REWARD SO THERE IS A BONUS PRIZE UP FOR GRABS!

If you complete all four dates riding whichever of the 4 routes you wish then RedSky Bikes will reward you with a £10 in store voucher!

Just come and see us in April and we will check your Strava activity for verification.

Got it?
Any queries or questions, give us a call on 01845444464 or pop into the shop to speak to one of the team.

We would love to get as many people as possible out on their bikes so please share your Reliability Ride pictures on Social Media just tag us in @redskybikesltd #redskybikes and let all your skinny-wheeled friends know!

The 3rd North York Moors ITT is here. July 5th and 6th 2025.

From the creator of the infamous Yorkshire Dales 300 comes the North York Moors 300. A new venue. A new challenging route but the same old vibe #smilesandmiles

To those new to the NYM300, welcome. Please visit our North York Moors 300 Facebook page Join, like, share and all that jazz!

Here you will find upcoming updates and information about the North York Moors 300km cycling endurance event.

This route can be ridden on a CX bike, Mountain bike or a Gravel bike. NOT a road bike and an electric Bike will not have enough battery to get you around.

ON THE DAY

After a quick chat at the RedSky Bikes shop in Thirsk at 07.45 am, you are invited to go off and enjoy a pre-planned route in the North York Moors. This is an individual time trial ride but you can ride in groups. Follow the route on your computers and enjoy the weekend adventure.

The North York Moors 300 IS NOT A RACE but an Individual Time Trial. It is a self-supported bike ride under rules see here at selfsupported.net

There will be a basic breakfast spread on the morning of the ride and a hot meal on your return.

If you complete the entire 300km route you will receive a well-earned badge and a RedSky Bikes Goody Bag.

Your £25 entry ticket gets you a place on the 2025 mass start at RedSky Bikes HQ. 25% off the Ticket Sales will also go to the charity Heart Research UK.

Here is a link to the 2025 route on Ride With GPS

Here is a link to the 2025 route on OS maps

Those who rode the route previously will recognise the route well but I have made a few amendments and still have a few changes to recon.

INTERESTED?

Head over to our Eventbrite to purchase your £25 ticket now. There are also common questions on there that have been answered.

Please visit the NYM300 Facebook page Like, follow, share, and keep em peeled for info, advice, route amendments, and ride details.

Not sure if this route is for you, then check out this great video of the route from Richard at Bikepacking Adventures here