Amazing Race - Episode Eight
FINALLY! The previews really DID actually live up to its hype. Before I go on, I’d like to quote Antithesys for his comments.
“Attention : Colin
Use your brain for once in your life, and do not even consider coming anywhere the United States ever again.
You know those two big buildings that used to be in New York? Some people from another part of the world knocked those buildings down, and killed a bunch of people. One of the reasons they did that is because they are tired of what they perceive as American arrogance and greed.
You know when you watch the Olympics, and you see people in the audience booing the American team? Have you ever watched the news and seen people in other countries burning American flags and shouting “death to America”? One of the reasons that no one else in the world likes us is because of what they perceive as American arrogance and greed.
So it stands to reason that when an American travels abroad, he might want to do whatever he can to impress the locals and improve their perceptions of what we are like.
Now I want you to tell me how it helps not only your race plan, but the image of the United States, to bitch and moan to the point of criminal arrest over a fucking cab fare. Fifty or nothing, fifty or nothing. You think the cabbie gives a flying fuck about which charter flight you get on? He’s never been on a plane in his life. All he cares about is feeding his family. Do you think that some corporation will comp him for that tire? What do you care. Something that wasn’t his fault inconveniences you, so you have to take him to Tanzanian People’s Court.
Oh, and I guess it’s not your fault you blew up at him either. It’s Christie’s fault. Because the whole time she was telling you to give up and give him the money because she wanted to WIN THE FUCKING RACE. It’s better to just pass off your problems onto everyone else, isn’t it?
You’re the scum of the earth, Colin. That girl of yours is a world-class bitch in her own right, but you’re still not worthy of licking her toilet seat. I’m ashamed to live in the same century as you. Get the flying fuck out of my country and don’t ever come back.”
Granted, I don’t usually agree with Anti, but Amen, my brother. And just for the record, Colin, Malaysia doesn’t want you either. I’m not going to rant again how much I loathe this scumbag. But seriously, what a dick. And what the hell was Christie apologizing for? These two were so made for each other. I won’t take that crap from anyone. ANY one. And I have NO respect whatsoever for anyone who takes that kind of abuse, because these kind of people don’t respect themselves. Sorry but I love and respect myself too much to be treated like shit.
Urgh.. okay, anyway, back to the race. Personally, I loved it. The drama was so over the top, thanks to PsychoGuy. The race itself was fun and the teams mostly caught up with each other at the Route Markers, one of which was on the helipad of the Burj Al Arab. And can I just say.. oh WOW! Probably one of the greatest wonders of the modern world, the 7-star world class hotel is certainly a sight to behold.
It’s a real shame that they only had to go up to the helipad and back down again, and did nothing in the Hotel itself. It would be so cool if they had some kind of roadblock or task within the Hotel, but CBS probably already spent their money on Rupert *rolleye*.
The skydiving and dune buggy road blocks were totally awesome. I was not surprised to see the twins going for the skydive. I would’ve done the same thing. How can you pass a chance at that? I mean, come on! The camel ride using the GPS tracking device reminded me of the Final 3 challenge from The Mole 2 : Next Betrayal.
That way to Hell, Colin.
The final pitstop was amazing! A genuine Bedouin Oasis in the middle of nowhere (well, just outside Dubai, actually, but still). The TeamFromHell came in first and won a trip to the Carribean (Haha.. Good Luck Carribean. You’re gonna need it). Followed by Brandon and Nicole, and Chip and Kim (who are getting tenfolds of positive editing). The bowling mums were ecstatic when they ended up at fourth place. The poor twins came in last, but fortunately for them, it was a non-elimination round. UNfortunately, they had to be stripped of all their cash and start from scratch like the Moms previously.
Next week’s episode should be good. The twins prancing around town trying to earn some cash. And Colin losing it yet again. He is so amusing.
