Patrick Jonker

Patrick_Jonker.jpgPatrick Jonker is one of Australia's champion cyclists with a career spanning 12 years on the professional circuit. He competed in the Tour de France 5 times between the years 1994 to 1999 and had a best placing of 12th overall in 1996, standing to be the 4th best all time result from an Australian. Racing all over Europe, the Mediterranean and Australia and partnering some of the world's finest Cyclists, including Lance Armstrong, Patrick won a total of 15 pro races. He retired in 2004 after taking out the Jacob's Creek Tour Down Under and ending his career on a high.

Patrick understands the importance of being active from an early age. "Being strong, fit and healthy is not just an important part of a professional athlete's life, it's important for everyone at every age.''

Educating kids about the importance of being active and making a cleaner environment instills a sense of responsibility that they will need to use later in life. A perfect way for kids to get moving is by riding their bikes. This also means fewer cars on the road and a cleaner, greener environment.

"Feeling healthy and strong gives you an amazing outlook on life and a sense of knowing that anything is possible".