A while ago now Team Hybrid were contacted by the charity Wishes For Kids. They were enquiring to see if I would build a Kiddy Viper for a girl Rachel Edwards, of course we agreed. It was to be presented to her later on in the year. It was to be kept a secret so every thing was arranged over the phone, chair size etc. Summer arrived and on the day of the presentation we travelled to Donnington race track where the charity had arranged a race day. We had to sneak the Kiddy Viper in with out any one spotting us and hide it away from every one. There were over a 100 children and each one was given the opportunity to have rides in various racing cars. There was a rally course, a race track and quad bikes. After dinner every one gathered in the main hall and Rachel was asked to come forward. The Viper was then wheeled out and presented to her. She was so surprised and was shaking with excitement. After giving her a quick run down on the operating procedure of the Viper we both went for a quick spin around the hall. Rachel had the hang of it in seconds and was riding as if it was second nature. A great sense of satisfaction can be had to see the smile on the faces of the kids and adults as they have a taste of freedom for the first time in there lives. “Dear Mark, Every time I go out on my Viper with my friends or family some one has given a very nice comment about it. Ever since I received my Viper I have been able to do tonnes more things. It’s brilliant. I have been able to explore the town without getting tired. I have been able to play with my friends and family. I have even been out to dinner on my own with my friends. When I set off I can go all around/anywhere in the town centre. My family and friends and even strangers have said it is wicked. It’s brilliant, Thank you. From Rachel Edwards.”
I have been able to do tonnes more things – It’s brilliant
- by Team Hybrid
