Robbie Hucker

Team: TORQ/VIS
Name: Robbie Hucker
Nic Name: Hucker
Why do you ride: Simply because I love it and also to stay fit.
Who got you into riding: My dad and my brother. They have been riding bikes since I can remember, I always just went along to the races to watch until dad bought me my first mountain bike (trek 900) and I thought I would give it ago.
Best moment in your career: Being selected to represent Australia.
What did you want to be when you were a kid: A life saver and to this day I still think it would be an unreal job.
Favorite food: Pizza
Favorite music: dance/house
Favorite place: Italy
Most respected athlete: Lance Armstrong just because he has done so much for cycling.
Favorite place to ride: Local tracks around Bendigo.
Advice for beginners: Keep it fun. If you don't enjoy it, why do it!
Other interests: Soccer, tennis and having a good time with mates
Objectives for 2009: Ride fast and to represent my sponsors.
Special Thanks: TORQ nutrition/VIS, Gen and Dean. My mum and dad for taking me to all the races over the past five years and to everyone that has supported me over my career. THANK YOU!