Music Video of Robyn's Sprintcar Highlights

We have made it easier to view Robyn's music video of the highlights from her first season in the Sprintcar. You can now click here or from the links down the right hand side of this page.

Hope you enjoy it.

Robyn's recovery taking longer than expected

It looks like Robyn will not be able to compete this coming season, if at all. The specialists have determined that the strength of her muscles and ligaments (especially in her neck) have deteriorated due to her having Crohn's disease. She was diagnosed with this bowel condition a few years ago but she refused to let it affect her racing. However, it appears that it has been slowly taking it's toll. We haven't given up though, and will see how she is next year.We here at Redline would like to thank all our sponsors and supporters over the years.

We will still be frequenting the race tracks around Australia, only we'll have to be content to watch from the stands for now. See you at the track!

Robyn’s comments: Well, what can you do? Obviously I'm VERY disappointed with not being able to race this season, especially after Bob and our engine builder during our break discovered lots of possible ways to improve the car's handling and power. Never mind - I think I'll put my feet up for a while ... read a good book ... find another hobby maybe? But I'm looking forward to watching some great racing this season from the comfort of the stands! Bring it on! :-)

PS. Feel free to please leave your comments. I would love to hear from you.

April, 2006: Robyn’s racing career in doubt

Since early December last year, Robyn has been recovering from a neck injury sustained whilst dirt go-kart racing (see picture).

She damaged three discs and various muscles and ligaments in her neck, and is only just starting to feel some pain relief and to regain some side movement after trying various treatments.

It is expected she will be looking at another 2 months before recovering full movement of her neck, with a possible further 3 months before she is strong enough to race again. We are confident if all goes well that she will ready to race for the start of next season. However, there is a chance that her neck may not be able to withstand any further injuries, in which case she may have to retire from racing. We are crossing our fingers that this will not be the case.

Robyn’s comments: It’s been a frustrating 4 ½ months, but I have faith that things happen for a reason. If I do get to race again, I’m confident I’ll be back stronger than ever.

October, 2005: Robyn's racing on hold

We are still not sure how long before we will be on the track. Our engine builder is a little hesitant to rebuild our engine when there is talk about allowing the larger 410 engines around May next year. It would hardly be worth a rebuild now if we are going to have to totally rebuild again in 6 months time. We’ll have to wait and see what eventuates. In the meantime, we have purchased a dirt go-kart so that Robyn can keep her skills honed.