The cycling community has paid tribute to Jason Lowndes, who was tragically killed by a car during a training ride near his home in Victoria, Australia, on Friday, December 22.
The popular 23-year-old was seen as a promising young Australian talent, and had signed to the British JLT-Condor team for 2018 from the Israel Cycling Academy.
In a tribute on its Facebook page, the Israel Cycling Academy said: “His constant broad smile, ever cheerful personality, and warm heart will be terribly missed forever by all of us.”
“We wish to send our deep condolences to Jason’s family and friends all over the world. Good bye, wonderful mate.”
Cycling Australia is deeply saddened by the news of the passing of member Jason Lowndes today. Jason, a member of the 2016 Australian Team, was struck by a vehicle while training today in regional Victoria. Our thoughts are with family and friends. pic.twitter.com/E2elHRdAeK
— Cycling Australia (@CyclingAus) December 22, 2017
We are devastated to learn of the passing of Jason Lowndes this morning. The peloton has lost a friend, a teammate and a family member. Our thoughts are with his family and friends.
Rest in peace.
— JLT Condor (@teamjltcondor) December 22, 2017
Absolutely heartbroken. One the most genuine, lovely, smiley guys I've ever had the pleasure of calling my friend. You will be missed by everyone who was lucky enough to meet you. RIP @jasonlowndes94 ❤️ Taken far too soon.
— Molly Weaver (@mollyweaver94) December 22, 2017
Shed a tear for the first time in a long while, we lost a great bloke today. If we could all live with 1/10th of the joy and enthusiasm Lowndsey did this world would be a better place. RIP friend. https://t.co/2pPYfa59hu
— Dan McLAY (@McLAYDan) December 22, 2017
I can’t believe it. Too hard to comprehend. A life taken in an instant. So bubbly, so positive, such a nice guy. Sending love to all who had the pleasure to know @jasonlowndes94 xxx💔 #ametrematters #sharetheroad pic.twitter.com/Mrr4W5hYKh
— Annette Edmondson (@NettieEdmo) December 22, 2017
Lost a great friend and even better drinking partner today. Truly lost for words.
Gonna miss you Lowndsey ❤— Ryan Mullen (@ryanmullen9) December 22, 2017
Our deepest condolences go out to the family and friends of Jason Lowndes and the @yallaACADEMY team after learning of Jason's death today. We are thinking of you all at this terrible time.
— BMC Racing Team (@BMCProTeam) December 22, 2017
All our thoughts and condolences going out the family, friends and @yallaACADEMY teammates of @jasonlowndes94 today. Such a tragic loss. Rest In Peace.
— ORICA-SCOTT (@OricaScott) December 22, 2017
Absolutely tragic! Jason was a lovely lad with a big talent. RIP Jason Lowndes
— Brian Smith (@BriSmithy) December 22, 2017
Jason Lowndes stood out not just because of his height but because of the quality of person he was. Good fun, down to earth guy taken too soon. Rest in peace legend.
— Lucas Hamilton (@lucashamilton8) December 22, 2017
