The largest bike tour in North America, cycled it's way through Siouxland this afternoon. It's a ride for poverty, a tour that raises money and awareness for those less fortunate.

The program is called the "Sea to Sea 2008 Bike Tour," it's a 9-week trek across the U.S. and part of Canada. The money raised goes towards creating jobs, along with providing education and health services. Those who ride say its a gratifying way, to help others in need.     

"It is personally gratifying to do the bike ride, and it is...then all the more meaningful to know that not only am i getting the satisfaction out of this, but the money i've raised is going to help somebody deal with an even more critical problem," says rider Jim Holwerda.   

Sea to Sea features 12 rallies in cities along the route.