Search News

News Stories

11-20 of 196 articles found

Government publishes research on e-bike battery safety

New independent research has confirmed OEM e-bikes are effectively exempt from risk of battery fires, with unsafe post-purchase replacement batteries, conversion kits, and other equipment that...

31 Jan 2025, more…

Government rejects 500w e-Bike proposal and suggested changes to throttle assistance after consultation

The UK Government has decided not to go ahead with proposals to increase the maximum power output of e-Bikes to 500W and to permit throttle assistance following a lengthy consultation process.

31 Jan 2025, more…

Australian Cytech training provider visits UK centres for productive exchanges of insight and ideas

Cytech's Australian training provider The Bicycle Academy,  which delivers their courses in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide and Perth, paid visits to UK Cytech centres late last year...

22 Jan 2025, more…

ACT to deliver talk on challenges and opportunities in UK cycle industry as iceBike* seminars announced

The ACT is set to deliver a seminar at both the North and South iceBike* events discussing the current challenges and opportunities facing the UK cycle industry.

21 Jan 2025, more…

ACT announces new partnership with legal specialists WorkNest

The ACT has teamed up with employment law, HR, and health and safety experts WorkNest as the association's new legal partner.

17 Jan 2025, more…

2024 year in review: A message from ACT Director Jonathan Harrison

Director of the ACT Jonathan Harrison has praised the "resilience and adaptability" of the ACT and its members in an end of year message.

18 Dec 2024, more…

Former British racing cyclist among industry leaders featuring on new podcast series around the future of cycling

A former British cyclist, a host of CEOs and industry leaders are sharing their thoughts on the future of the cycling industry as part of a revealing new series launched by the Ride to Success...

5 Dec 2024, more…

Cycling club raising funds for youth bike maintenance workshops and 'go slow' inclusivity initiative

A local cycling club is raising money and seeking donations and assistance in order to teach bike maintenance to young people through a series of workshops in 2025.

21 Nov 2024, more…

National cycling charity launches accreditation for 'cycle-friendly' office buildings

National biking charity Cycling UK has launched a new scheme that recognises office buildings that encourage Cycle to Work and promote sustainable and active travel.

21 Nov 2024, more…

Blanket cycle ban considered by Birmingham City Council 'won't stop illegal electric bike use'

Banning cycling in Birmingham city centre will not prevent the use of illegal electric transport, according to cycling news outlet Cycling Weekly, following reports of...

19 Nov 2024, more…

Torq Zone celebrates 10 years as only Cytech training provider in Africa

Back to news menu

Torq Zone celebrates 10 years as only Cytech training provider in Africa

Posted on 7 Nov 2024

Torq Zone Academy proudly celebrates 10 years as the pioneering institution for bicycle technician training in South Africa. Established as the only Cytech accredited training provider on the continent the Academy has continually set the benchmark for technical skills and professionalism, aligning South African bicycle servicing with global standards. This milestone underlines the role of Torq Zone in transforming the cycling expertise and providing cyclists with top-tier service they can rely on.

Torq Zone 10 Years

Cytech, the internationally recognised training standard for bicycle technicians, awards Torq Zone Academy graduates a highly respected certification. Over the past decade the Academy has delivered thousands of courses and certified hundreds of skilled technicians, whose expertise now fuel the success of workshops, retail spaces, and cycling events across the country, in Africa, and world-wide.

Jonathan Harrison, Director of the ACT, praised the partnership's success. He said: "We are delighted with the progress and success that Torq Zone Academy has achieved over these last 10 years and celebrate with them passing this remarkable milestone. As our first International training provider delivering Cytech, we couldn't have asked for a better partnership with an academy that continues to raise standards of bike mechanics and education over in South Africa while flying the flag for Cytech training in the Southern Hemisphere."

Adding to its prestigious credentials Torq Zone Academy is proud to hold accreditation with the Quality Council for Trades and Occupations (QCTO), which underlines its commitment to delivering recognised, high-quality training. The Academy offers a suite of bicycle technician qualifications registered on the National Qualifications Framework (NQF), ensuring that its programmes meet national standards and provide students with qualifications that hold significant value in the workforce. This accreditation further cements its position as a leader in the bicycle industry, equipping graduates with robust, nationally recognised skills that open doors to opportunities across the expanding cycling sector of South Africa. 

What sets Torq Zone Academy apart is its forward-thinking curriculum, designed collaboratively with seasoned industry experts and continually updated to keep pace with innovations in bike technology, while maintaining a fundamental base. The Academy is equipped with cutting-edge tools and technology that replicate real-world repair challenges, preparing students to work confidently with complex bike mechanics. The partnership with Unior bike tools, manufactured to ISO and EU standards, further enhances the hands-on learning experience. 

Torq Zone 10 Years

Looking to the future, Torq Zone Academy’s vision includes expanding opportunities for rural and township-based technicians, with plans to secure national skills funding. By collaborating with initiatives like the Bicycle Empowerment Network (BEN), Qhubeka and national and independent cycle brands and shops, Torq Zone aims to support mobility movements, enhancing access to reliable bicycles in underserved communities and promoting social and economic change.

At Torq Zone every ride should be an unforgettable experience, powered by a perfectly tuned bicycle that reflects the expertise and dedication of its technician. As it embarks on its second decade Torq Zone Academy remains dedicated to advancing South African cycling by producing highly skilled bicycle technicians who embody the values of excellence and professionalism of the Academy. 

Here is to another decade of innovation, impact, and leadership in South Africa’s cycling industry.

For more information contact Graeme at graeme@torqzone.co.za or head to www.torqzoneacademy.com.

To celebrate the milestone Cytech are offering savings* on all their Theory one courses with the code TZADECADE until the end of November. Theory one is an online learning course delivering an introduction to bicycle maintenance and the first step along the Cytech journey to become a qualified bike technician! Click here for more information on Theory one.

*Save £50 (UK) / €55 (IE) / R800 (ZA) / $80 (AU, NZ & CA). Expires 30/11/2024

Back to news menu