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Lessons Flow From Sea to Sea Tour

Sept. 3, 2008 -- Many Sea to Sea cyclists exercised more than their legs during the recently completed Sea to Sea Bike Tour across the United States and part of Canada this summer.

Celebrating God's Work Through the Tour

Aug. 31, 2008Amid cheers, tears and hugs, Sea to Sea riders and supporters celebrated the conclusion of their nine-week cycling trek across North America on Saturday.

As Tour Ends, Aid for Poor Continues

Aug. 28, 2008Setting out on their third last day of the tour Thursday, Sea to Sea riders will have a chance to reflect on the highlights of their cycling adventure across North America this summer.

Sea to Sea Finish Line in Sight

Aug. 26, 2006The end of the Sea to Sea Bike Tour is in sight and on the minds of many cyclists as they began their final week of riding yesterday.

Sun Shines on Niagara Rally

Aug. 25, 2008Sea to Sea riders and support crew made their way back into United States smoothly this morning after five days of Canadian hospitality through southern Ontario.

Aug. 21, 2008Sea to Sea participantsCanadians and Americans alikewere all smiles following their crossing into Canada by ferry Wednesday morning. And why not? They were greeted by about 200 tour supporters with a reception that included plenty of baked goods and Tim Hortons coffee.

Sea to Sea Remembers Pastor

Aug. 20, 2008Sea to Sea participants will pay special tribute to Rev. Mark Vant Hof today on the tours last day in Michigan.

One on One with Shane Claiborne

Aug. 18, 2008People would ask Mother Teresa how she was able to pull 50,000 people off of the street, says Shane Claiborne, and she would say one person at a time.

Large Rally Launches Final Leg of Tour

Aug. 18, 2008 Families, friends and supporters of Sea to Sea tour riders turned out in droves on Sunday to take part in a high-energy celebration rally at Fifth Third Ballpark in Grand Rapids, Mich.

Homecoming Weekend for Many Cyclists

Aug. 16, 2008Its homecoming weekend for about a quarter of the 220 Sea to Sea cyclists, as about 50 West Michigan residents will ride close to home today when the tour makes its way into Grand Rapids.

Riders Get A Glimpse Into Cycle of Poverty

Aug. 13, 2008A handful of Sea to Sea riders will have an opportunity today to see just what their bike tour is really all about when a local resident leads them through impoverished neighborhoods in Gary, Indiana.

Finding Faithfulness on the Journey

August 11, 2008 -- Sea to Sea riders begin their seventh week on the road that will take them from Wisconsin, through Illinois and part of Indiana before moving into Michigan on Thursday.

Long Distance Aided by Tailwind, Low Temps

Aug. 7, 2008A good nights sleep, cooler temperatures and a tailwind was the right mixture to boost the morale of the Sea to Sea cycling troupe yesterday.

Churches Show Warm Hospitality in Nebraska

Aug. 4, 2008After some hot weather and warm hospitality, Sea to Sea riders will say goodbye to Nebraska today as they ride mostly north from Fremont to Sioux City, Iowa.

First Half of Tour Marked by Extreme Heat

July 31, 2008The Sea to Sea Bike Tour will pass its midway point across North America today and cyclists and support crew members are still going strong.

Sea to Sea Riders Leave the Rockies

July 30, 2008 Sea to Sea cyclists have officially put the Rocky Mountains behind them and today are pedaling 93 miles across fairly flat landscape to McCook, Colo.

Colorado Sun Shines on Sea to Sea Tour

July 28, 2008 -- Under a sweltering, Colorado sun, Rev. Jerry Dkystra spoke from the Book of Job about facing life's challenges in the message he delivered on Sunday to Sea to Sea riders and others attending a service in the Englewood High School Stadium.

Mid-Week Service Offers Breath of Fresh Air

July 24, 2008 Between 30 and 50 cyclists and support staff gather each week in a circle around a candle-lit cross. Some read Bible verses. Some play instruments. All participate in worship and prayer.

Altitude Begins to Affect Some Cyclists

July 22, 2008The thin air high in the Rocky Mountains took its toll on some Sea to Sea cyclists yesterday as they reached almost 10,000 feet about sea level.

Riders Gear Up For Another Long Week

July 21, 2008-There's no relief in sight for Sea to Sea riders after what many are calling their toughest day on the tour Saturday.

Difficult Climb Caps off Tough Week

July 19, 2008-Sea to Sea riders will face their toughest challenge yet with today's 95-mile (153-km) ride that includes almost 6,000 feet of climbing.

Safe and Sound So Far

July 17, 2008So far so good, in terms of injuries. The Sea to Sea Bike Tour is finishing its third week of a nine-week tour with no major injuries or accidents reported.

Biking Across the 'Desolate' Desert

July 15, 2008Riding through the hot, desert of western Idaho on Monday, Nathan Beach says he was able to appreciate more fully the green landscape of Michigan, where the Sea to Sea rider lives.

Riders Work, Rest and Play in Boise

July 14, 2008The Sea to Sea Bike Tours weekend in Boise, Idaho may be considered the calm before the storm. Cyclists head out for 55-mile, 89-km ride to Mountain Home Monday morning, the start of Week 3 when the average daily distance will jump by 20 miles from the previous two weeks.

Cyclists Face Challenges On Road and Online

July 11, 2008Sea to Sea riders continue their trek east and south today in Oregon, traveling from the rural town of Huntington to Ontario. At some point on todays ride, the tour enters the Mountain Time Zone.

Ride Along with Sea to Sea For a Day

July 11, 2008Local groups in Denver, Grand Rapids and New Jersey are partnering with Sea to Sea to provide casual cyclists of all ages an opportunity to ride with the Sea to Sea Bike Tour for a day.

Three Cyclists Put In 176 Miles in Epic Ride

July 10, 2008Sea to Sea riders continue heading southeast today on course for Boise, Idaho this weekend. Earlier this week, however, three cyclists headed in the opposite direction, retracing their route and putting in 176 miles (281 kms) in one day.

Sea to Sea Riders Head for Oregon

July 7, 2008 Packing up and leaving their camp site near the banks of the Columbia River, Sea to Sea cyclists headed off Monday morning on the second week of their cross-country tour that today will take them into Oregon.

Service Projects Help Connect Tour with Cause

July 7, 2008Cycling 40 miles (66 kilometers) in the desert heat of central Washington in the morning didnt stop Liz Meyer from meeting with and serving the poor in the afternoon.

Sea to Sea Riders Travel Yakima Valley

July 3, 2008 -- After two days of steep climbing through the Cascade Mountains, Sea to Sea riders were looking forward to a fairly level ride on the 42-mile trip from Ellensburg to Yakima, Wash.

Sea to Sea Riders Tell of Stunning Beauty

July 2, 2008 After a grueling day Tuesday in which Sea to Sea riders had to conquer their first mountain pass, they hit the road on Wednesday morning for the 58-mile trek to Ellensburg, Wash.

Sea to Sea Riders Face First Challenge

July 1, 2008 -- Sea to Sea cyclists left their camp on a baseball diamond in Sultan, Wash., early on Tuesday and began their trek up a winding road toward Stevens Pass, the first major challenge on the cross-country bicycle tour that began Sunday with special prayers and a service in Seattle, Wash.

Riders Sent Off with Prayer at Seattle Rally

Before the 144 cyclists and 25 support crew members head out on their first days ride Monday, members of the Reformed and Christian Reformed churches in Seattle celebrated with them and prayed for them.

Cyclists Excited to Serve the Poor

June 2, 2008-Apparently cycling an average of 72 miles (116 kilometers) every day for two months isnt challenging enough. Many of the 221 cyclists riding in this summers Sea to Sea Bike Tour will also participate in community service projects in cities and towns along the route once theyve put in their miles for the day.

Cyclists Pass $1 Million Mark for Poverty

May 28, 2008In just a few weeks, the largest ever cross-continental cycling tour will begin, raising awareness and support in the fight against local and global poverty. The 219 registered cyclists have collectively raised more than $1 million so far.

Cyclist Triples Original Fund-raising Goal

May 2, 2008For Louis Bosma, passion could be defined as setting a goal three times higher than whats expected.

Celebration Rallies Get Set

April 14, 2008-The Sea to Sea Bike Tour is finalizing its plans to host a series of spirit-packed Celebration Rallies in several cities along its tour route this summer.

One Campaign Supports

Feb. 12, 2008An official with the One Campaign, the global anti-poverty program backed by rock star Bono, said that his organization strongly supports the Christian Reformed Churchs Sea to Sea 2008 Bike Tour.

CRC Executive Director Registers To Ride

January 25, 2008Rev. Gerard Dykstra, executive director of the Christian Reformed Church, is showing his support for this summers Sea to Sea Bike Tour in a very visible way.

Shane Clairborne to Speak in Grand Rapids

January 21, 2008 For a 30-something year-old, Shane Claiborne has a lot of stories to share about his experiences with the poor. Hes slept in the park with Philadelphias homeless, looked into the faces of dying children in Iraq, and cared for lepers in India. Hes even worked alongside Mother Theresa.