NOTE TO DARIO

Dario Get well soon, this is not going to be my last pegoretti. I love this bike from the first ride, brought all the joy of riding back. No bike since my Bridgestone RB-1 have I been so happy with. Love your art work too. Take care

Jim, San Francisco

Dear Dario, These two beautiful frames you built have provided me with great times and memories. I am sending out many positive thoughts for your recovery. Forza! Dr. Miguel Montilla

Dr.Miguel Montilla, Weston, Fl.

God Bless -- it is all attitude --

Chuck Mader, Mt. Airy, MD, USA

Thank you for being the name behind our heroes. For preserving the cycling tradition. For showing that craftsman ship will trump all so-called "technological afvances" and marketing. Your artistry will always shine among us.

Mon Garcia, Manila, Philippines

Dario, I called the guys at La Bicicletta in Toronto to see how you are doing. I was very happy to hear you are back at work and feeling better. I can't wait to see my Luigino when it arrives. I wish you the best of health and please, don't push yourself too hard. I would wait a lifetime to own a bicycle made by you. Best wishes, Gregory White

Gregory White, Toronto

Your beautiful, quirky bikes were an inspiration to my husband during his yearlong treatment for cancer. This year we will ride the Livestrong Challenge in Austin and be proud. Next year, we hope to ride the Challenge on Duendes and be rock stars. I don't know what inspires you and keeps you motivated, but whatever is, know that there are so many of us that support that dream as you supported ours in your work. Your bikes are a dream come true. Dream Big. Live Strong.

Brady and Julie Merrill, Austin, Texas

Mr. Pegoretti, When I want to smile, one of the things I do is look at pictures of your bikes. It has been in my plans for years to get one, so you better get well. Love, Jim

Jim Elgin, Boise, ID USA

Dario, Just a note to wish you well and a speedy recovery. Woof For Peace, Rick Billings

Rick Billings, Pawtucket,RI USA

Mi raccomando Dario questa è la scusa buona per smettere di lavorare e far fare tutto a Pietro... sfruttala al meglio. In ogni caso non mollare mai. Come vedi siamo in tanti e siamo tutti con te.

Francesco, Milano, Italia

Dario - I can honestly say that one of the first road frames I truely lusted after was a Great Googlie Mooglie. I own three Italian bikes and hope that you get better so that you can build me my first custom frame. You are a true artist and not afraid to push the enevelope. Meeting you at Interbike was a treat and was probably one of the more memorable experiences I had there. You were very down to earth and not bothered to take time out of your busy schedule for a chat and photo. I hope to hear good things are coming your way soon!

Tuscaloosa, Alabama