Corbin Redford

Hi everyone,

Corbin has finally outgrown his adaptive bike that he’s had for over 10(!) years. We’re in the process of getting him a new adaptive bike (see photo with Corbin trying out a display model) that is being custom-made by Freedom Concepts. Full specs here: https://freedomconcepts.com/our-products/odyssey-series/asr-2011/.

We’ve had many family and friends over the years ask for ideas of gifts to give Corbin. Corbin doesn’t have much interest in typical gifts, so at the recommendation of the bike manufacturer, we’ve set up this site for anyone who wishes to contribute to his new bike.

To be clear, the bike has been ordered and we are able to pay for it, but we still wanted to offer this option to anyone who wants to participate. Please leave us a note and let us know that your donation is a gift to him. And please know that all money that has already been generously given for his high school graduation is being used for purchasing this bike for him.

Love,
The Redfords

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If you care to read more about Corbin’s love for his adaptive bike:

Corbin has always loved movement. From the squeals of joy when his dad tossed him in the air when he was a baby to his first roller coaster ride as a child to riding horses at Uncle Luke’s house to going “vroom” in Grandpa Redford’s truck, his happiest times are when he’s moving.

Twelve years ago, one of Corbin’s therapists suggested we look into getting him an adaptive bike as it would be really good for his mobility and independence. The bike would have to be a specialized adaptive bike since his cognitive limitations make it impossible for him to safely ride a bike on his own. We attended an adaptive bike fair and were thrilled to see that he quickly took to it. Family and friends generously contributed to the purchase of his first adaptive bike.

We’ve lost track of the many miles he has put on his original bike. It was his lifeline during COVID. He went on a bike ride nearly every day–sometimes multiple bike rides a day. We met neighbors, stretched the muscles that have too much tone, and just enjoyed the ride.

Corbin learned quickly that the faster he peddled, the faster he could go. We learned that the steering bar and brake on the back of his adaptive bike was the only thing keeping us from eating the pavement at the bottom of a hill. Did we mention that Corbin loves speed? He used it so much that the steel handlebar broke where it connects to the neck. Thankfully, our good friend Jon Hunter came to our rescue and welded it back together so that we could squeeze a few more years out of the bike.

Now 18 years old and almost as tall as Darbie, Corbin has outgrown his original adaptive bike. His new adaptive bike will be a recumbent-style, which positions him lower so that he feels more stable, while still providing leverage for him to pedal. The bike retains the necessary features such as steering and brake assistance. Corbin selected the frame color himself: blue (Shaun was pleased about this).

The bike is scheduled to arrive in May, by which time Minnesota will hopefully have finally shifted into Spring.

Thank you!

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Some additional details from Help Hope Love:

Family and friends of Corbin Redford are raising money for the nonprofit Help Hope Live to fund uninsured medical expenses associated with Catastrophic Illness.

Corbin has chosen to fundraise for Help Hope Live in part because Help Hope Live assures fiscal accountability of funds raised and tax deductibility for contributors. Contributors can be sure donations will be used to pay or reimburse medical and related expenses. To make a tax-deductible donation to this fundraising campaign, click on the Give button.

For more information, please contact Help Hope Live at 800.642.8399.

Thank you for your support!