Alans BMX has been appointed as the UK and European distributor for Torker BMX products.
Torker, the beloved BMX brand that dominated tracks in the 80s and late 90s is back and ready to continue its winning legacy with a new generation.
Bill Ryan, owner of Supercross BMX and Speedline, has purchased not only the Torker brand, but also Torker’s sister brand – Max, reuniting the two Johnson Family brands for the first time since 1985.
Throughout its 47-year history, Torker has come and gone several times.
In 1976, Torker built its frame and then in 1980, Max was founded.
After several years of growth and success on the track, in 1985, both brands were auctioned off due to bankruptcy.
In the sale, both brands were separated, with Max being shelved indefinitely, and Torker being rebranded as after it was purchased by Tioga.
In 1995, SBS attempted to bring the brand back with USA-made frames and several options of complete bikes. However, in 2001, the brand was revamped to produce family-style bikes (beach cruisers, tricycles, unicycles, etc.), and Torker left the BMX world once again.
Now, with new leadership, passion, and the help of Torker/Max enthusiasts and former Torker pros such as Hollywood Mike Miranda, Eddy King, and Eddie Fiola, Ryan is dedicated reviving Torker and Max by creating products that stay true to original brands, while bringing the BMX community new items for the modern race world.
Alan Woods of Alans BMX, said: “I am so stoked to see this to see this come full circle and be entrusted with us. Alans BMX were the Torker importer from April 1981 until their bankruptcy in November 1984.
“We then purchased all their frame inventory in February 1985 and continued to sell the brand in the UK throughout the 80’s and beyond right up till they became collectible!
“Now with this new Torker range we are working very closely with the brand and hope to set the gold standard for BMX heritage. We will be distributing throughout the UK and Europe and I can’t wait to share what we have planned.”
The brand is expecting to debut several styles, sizes, and models of frames at DirtyFest 2024 in Temecula, California.
Styles will include Retro (one inch headsets and calliper brakes) frame/fork sets, several Modern-Retro (Modern technology with a retro styling) frame/fork sets, and a line of fully Modern chromoly race frames that will carry Torker’s signature twin-top-tube into the future.
Max pants and Torker apparel have already started shipping in 2023.
Bill Ryan of Torker Racing added: “We could have never thought of a better partner in the UK than Alan Woods. Alan, truly is BMX, he has the passion, the heart, and is not in it for the money, but in it for the fun and the joy that BMX brings us all.
“And after a few long talks, not only was I proud to bring Supercross and Speedline back to the UK in Alan’s care, but also the newest project, Torker Racing and Max BMX Products. It feels good to be back home.”
Visit: www.torkerracing.com to see what is already available.
