THE AMAZING RACE #19 official thread. No Spoilers!! Premieres Sept. 25

[robinb]

Can we have a slight exception to the no spoiler rule that lets Robin post her yummy menus ahead of time so we can copy if we want to?

That's so nice of you to say! I thought that people didn't like my menus. We went to see Lion King in 3D today, so I didn't have time to make something specific to Taiwan. Instead I made a "Chinese" type meal of crispy trout fillets with stir fried veggies (broccoli, baby bok choy, mushrooms, green onions) and rice. My DD had tofu instead of fish. My friends were not available tonight so we just ate alone. The show started on time .

I was surprised to see that there was a non-elimination round right away. I kinda liked the grandparents so I was glad they were not eliminated. Both female teams seem to be clueless, so I don't think we'll see another all female team win. So far I like the snowboarders, the Chicago couple (who won today), the football player and his wife and the flight attendants. I don't like the Survivor couple (I didn't like HER on her season and I think they have won quite enough reality TV money, thank you) and the father/son team (again, they don't need the $$ ... they are from Thousand Oaks and can afford to outfit a sailboat for a round the world trip).

 

[kaytieeldr]

Which two?

Girls got lucky. I wonder if they make a rule for that next season.

The showgirls (for screeching at each other) and the grandparents.

 

[lovetoscrap]

I think the 2 guys that helped the girls out shoujld be on the show next season! And the girls should also be kissing the person that told the boys what to do.

 

[LBIJim]

I think the 2 guys that helped the girls out shoujld be on the show next season! And the girls should also be kissing the person that told the boys what to do.

You mean one of the production assistants?

 

[java]

You mean one of the production assistants?

On the show the guys said they tweeted it. Someone responded that they won't be able to fly out without them, head to LAX. I do think it was a random fan of the show. And I agree they need to be a team!

 

[Disney1fan2002]

You mean one of the production assistants?

I don't think anyone invloved with the show can interfere in any way. The guy said he tweeted and one of his follower's knew how the show works and told him to find a way to get to the airport and try to return her passport.

The timing of that whole incident is waaaay off. I think it showed a little backround into editing.

I rewatched it, because DH missed the 1st half hour, so I watched it again with him. They show the snowboarders asking the men directions while the girls were still searching the umbrellas. Wouldn't the men be long gone by the time the girls reached the same gas station?

How could he find a lost passport of somoene who hadn't even been at the gas station before he was?

 

[travelbug24]

That's so nice of you to say! I thought that people didn't like my menus. We went to see Lion King in 3D today, so I didn't have time to make something specific to Taiwan. Instead I made a "Chinese" type meal of crispy trout fillets with stir fried veggies (broccoli, baby bok choy, mushrooms, green onions) and rice. My DD had tofu instead of fish. My friends were not available tonight so we just ate alone. The show started on time .

I was surprised to see that there was a non-elimination round right away. I kinda liked the grandparents so I was glad they were not eliminated. Both female teams seem to be clueless, so I don't think we'll see another all female team win. So far I like the snowboarders, the Chicago couple (who won today), the football player and his wife and the flight attendants. I don't like the Survivor couple (I didn't like HER on her season and I think they have won quite enough reality TV money, thank you) and the father/son team (again, they don't need the $$ ... they are from Thousand Oaks and can afford to outfit a sailboat for a round the world trip).

Your menu sounds scrumptious! I like Ethan/Jenna and a million doesn't go far especially when you are battling cancer with so many insurmountable miscellaneous expenses, so I don't think that should be taken into consideration that they already won money. And the father/son team, although they live in a prestigious area I am sure they are sponsored by many corporations who in turn write the expenses off.

I have no favorites yet.

 

[Art 1]

Which two?

Girls got lucky. I wonder if they make a rule for that next season.

They are too good looking and will attract a lot of viewers, they couldn't let them go home too early. I was kind of disappointed when they first go to the airport, it looked like there was no hope of them getting on that flight.

 

[bunkkinsmom]

Your menu sounds scrumptious! I like Ethan/Jenna and a million doesn't go far especially when you are battling cancer with so many insurmountable miscellaneous expenses, so I don't think that should be taken into consideration that they already won money. And the father/son team, although they live in a prestigious area I am sure they are sponsored by many corporations who in turn write the expenses off.

I have no favorites yet.

I agree with the Ethan and Jenna part. I really like the two of them! Ethan in particular seems very down to earth, and Jenna always seems to be so supportive. I guess we will see!!

 

[NAB]

I don't think anyone invloved with the show can interfere in any way. The guy said he tweeted and one of his follower's knew how the show works and told him to find a way to get to the airport and try to return her passport.

The timing of that whole incident is waaaay off. I think it showed a little backround into editing.

I rewatched it, because DH missed the 1st half hour, so I watched it again with him. They show the snowboarders asking the men directions while the girls were still searching the umbrellas. Wouldn't the men be long gone by the time the girls reached the same gas station?

How could he find a lost passport of somoene who hadn't even been at the gas station before he was?

But we don't know when the boys and the girls were at the gas station they could have been closer then we think. The snowboarders were first to leave but they were way behind at the airport. Others checked in before them.

 

[travelbug24]

I don't think anyone invloved with the show can interfere in any way. The guy said he tweeted and one of his follower's knew how the show works and told him to find a way to get to the airport and try to return her passport.

The timing of that whole incident is waaaay off. I think it showed a little backround into editing.

It looks fishy but then again they showed the actual tweets.

 

[Kimberle]

I loved the GINORMOUS bus! I thought they tried to be a little more discrete when filming as not to draw attention. It's no wonder the tweetie guy had no problem finding out what was going on! I've flown internationally from LAX and the int'l building really isn't that big.

It's going to be a great season!

 

[nikkistevej]

I loved the show last night!! I liked the Ethan/Jenna, the couple that came in first, and the football player and his wife. They seem "real", hope they go far.

 

[lovetoscrap]

They are too good looking and will attract a lot of viewers, they couldn't let them go home too early. I was kind of disappointed when they first go to the airport, it looked like there was no hope of them getting on that flight.

DH was getting so disappointed when it looked like they would be out right away! He was enjoying watching them. . .

I don't think anyone invloved with the show can interfere in any way. The guy said he tweeted and one of his follower's knew how the show works and told him to find a way to get to the airport and try to return her passport.

The timing of that whole incident is waaaay off. I think it showed a little backround into editing.

I rewatched it, because DH missed the 1st half hour, so I watched it again with him. They show the snowboarders asking the men directions while the girls were still searching the umbrellas. Wouldn't the men be long gone by the time the girls reached the same gas station?

How could he find a lost passport of somoene who hadn't even been at the gas station before he was?

I often wish that we had a better idea of the timing of the teams throughout each leg. I know they purposely don't let us know the exact timing because it builds more suspense and is more dramatic that way but I often really wonder how long it is taking them. Like with the Roadblock last night I wanted to know how many times it took each team to get it.


Could someone tell me what exactly constitutes a Spoiler? I was afraid I had posted too much last night regarding the incident with the girls so I edited quickly but I see that others have given more detail about the incident than I had posted originally, who came in first, who didn't come in first, and the rather surprising ending.

 

[onelilspark]

Could someone tell me what exactly constitutes a Spoiler? I was afraid I had posted too much last night regarding the incident with the girls so I edited quickly but I see that others have given more detail about the incident than I had posted originally, who came in first, who didn't come in first, and the rather surprising ending.

When I think of a spoiler, I think of when people post if they *know* someone is going home on a future episode. Like for example if I were to say "I have friend who is friends with Ethan and Jenna. She told me that they definitely make it to the last episode, but doesn't know if they win." <--that would be a spoiler (and FYI, I made it up.)

I don't think posting about the current episode while it's on is considered a spoiler. I mean, I may have to DVR and watch it later, but then I think it would be my responsibility to not look at the thread until I watched it!

 

[4greatboys]

When I think of a spoiler, I think of when people post if they *know* someone is going home on a future episode. Like for example if I were to say "I have friend who is friends with Ethan and Jenna. She told me that they definitely make it to the last episode, but doesn't know if they win." <--that would be a spoiler (and FYI, I made it up.)

I don't think posting about the current episode while it's on is considered a spoiler. I mean, I may have to DVR and watch it later, but then I think it would be my responsibility to not look at the thread until I watched it!

I completely agree. Someone giving info on the elimination order or what happens on a future show is a spoiler. Watching and talking about the show in real time is not. I post on several reality tv threads and if I haven't had a chance to see the show yet then I don't go to those threads. Seems simple enough.

 

[twylyte]

That whole thing seemed very suspicious to me. I don't believe those two guys really just found it and brought it to the airport. How did they find them at the airport. the producer just didn't want those two girls to get eliminated right away.

And could the grandparents move any slower?! Lol they did sign up to be on a RACE.

 

[Lisa loves Pooh]

That's so nice of you to say! I thought that people didn't like my menus. We went to see Lion King in 3D today, so I didn't have time to make something specific to Taiwan. Instead I made a "Chinese" type meal of crispy trout fillets with stir fried veggies (broccoli, baby bok choy, mushrooms, green onions) and rice. My DD had tofu instead of fish. My friends were not available tonight so we just ate alone. The show started on time .
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The two parts of AR that I look most forward two---the start times/differences and your menus!

I think we all just like to drool because they are always so yummy!

So what is the menu for next week...

 

[Lisa loves Pooh]

That whole thing seemed very suspicious to me. I don't believe those two guys really just found it and brought it to the airport. How did they find them at the airport. the producer just didn't want those two girls to get eliminated right away.

And could the grandparents move any slower?! Lol they did sign up to be on a RACE.

It did seem suspect--but they do have their photos in their passport. I cannot speak to their pictures, but my passport photo is a much more realistic version of me than my driver's license mug shot. And they did figure out it had to be AR and if I am not mistaken...for the last several seasons, the key ticket counters would be marked with a flag. I don't recall if they were last night. So hunt down camera crews--and look for girls who look like the passport photo. Voila!

But yes--it did seem oddly convenient.

 

[robinb]

Could someone tell me what exactly constitutes a Spoiler? I was afraid I had posted too much last night regarding the incident with the girls so I edited quickly but I see that others have given more detail about the incident than I had posted originally, who came in first, who didn't come in first, and the rather surprising ending.

Once the show starts, I figure that episode is fair game. Spoilers, IMO, are rumors about game play in the future. There have been times that I missed the show and watched it in the morning online so I avoid the thread until I see the episode.