Father-son team Top Gun will take on the Shitbox Rally in a bid to raise funds for the Cancer Council.
The pair behind the pilot caps and aviators is Kyneton resident David Tyquin and son, Calvin, from Malmsbury.
Together they will tackle the challenge to achieve the unthinkable: driving their ‘shitbox’ across Australia via some of its most formidable roads, all in the name of charity.
The rally spans October 18-26, departing from Bendigo for an adventure to Townsville. It’s not a race but they will be joined by hundreds of others who all must drive the course in cars valued less than $1500.
David and Calvin will hit the road in a 2002 Holden VY Calais Sedan ready to tackle whatever the trip brings.
“We’re as prepared as we can be but you never know what might happen along 4000km country and dirt roads,” Calvin said.
For Calvin, the challenge is a bucket-list item to check off, but it also has greater meaning for him and his family. David’s wife Deb lost her brother to cancer 12 months ago.
“We see this as a good way to raise funds for an important cause and to have fun along the way,” David said.
Truck and car show
Participants of the Shitbox Rally also pledge to put on an event to raise funds for the Cancer Council as part of the fun.
David and Calvin have have planned a ‘Top Gun’ Truck and Car Show, with charity auction, food and drinks and live music at the Kyneton Racecourse on Sunday, October 6, from 10am to 3pm.
They have opened entries for the event that has already sparked considerable interest. Truck entry (including driver and passenger) is $50, and car entry (including driver and passenger) is $25.
General admission is $10, and entry is free for children aged under 16 years.
All monies raised will go directly to the Cancer Council.
Show your support
Team Top Gun has already achieved the rally’s minimum fundraising requirement of $5000 but is eager to take it further.
To donate directly to the team, visit their fundraising page via: spring2024.shitboxrally.com.au/top-gun
You can also track their progress and follow journey via Facebook: facebook.com/team.top.gun.2024
