i am pasting this here. it is written by paleric norris of campyonly.com
fame. it is fora good cause.e-RICHIEhere:As part of my efforts to raise
funds for the Big Fix (next year's cross-
country fixed-gear ride to fight Histiocytosis), the Big Fix and Richard
Sachs are offering a once-in-a-lifetime chance to win a custom-made Sachs
frameset for $100! We are selling just 60 chances at $100 each--if you want
to improve the odds, buy as many chances as you like!
The secure online donation site is at
http://www.active.com/donations/fundraise_public.cfm?key=sachs
In less than a day, we have sold more than 10% of the available donation
opportunities, so act quick! Your donation will benefit the Histiocytosis
Association of America, and is fully tax deductible. The drawing will be
held
next March, or when all 60 chances have been sold.
For more information on the Big Fix and Histiocytosis, go to
http://www.fixhistio.org
Richard Sachs is known world-wide as one of the most skilled proponents of
the
traditional art of handbuilt frame construction. Working in his one-man
shop
in Chester, Connecticut, for more than 30 years, Richard Sachs transforms
lugs, steel tubing, and silver and brass brazing material into supremely
crafted, exceptional bicycle frames. Joe Bell, equally famous for his
skills
in the spray booth, adds his signature paintwork to the finished product.
A Sachs frame is more than a bicycle--it is an expression of your
appreciation
for the finest in handmade, traditional, American craftsmanship. Built of
the
finest steel alloy, a Sachs frame will last a lifetime. For more info, see
Richard's web page (www.richardsachs.com) and Joe Bell's online site
(www.joebell.biz)
Richard will custom-make the bicycle to your specifications and according to
his tried-and-tested frame geometry.
The goal of the Histiocytosis Association's Research Program is to establish
better treatments and a cure for those affected with the histiocytoses,
ultimately effecting the prevention of such diseases.
Thank you for taking the time to read this, and thank you for helping fight
Histiocytosis!
--Eric "Will Be Riding My Quickbeam in the Big Fix" Norris
www.campyonly.com