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Episode 1: A New Yorker Lost in Manhattan
by Jenn Brasler -- 09/28/2005

Pack your bags, children its time for the mother of all family vacations. Join Papa Phil, 40 racers, and your tour guide Jenn for a new season of the granddaddy of reality shows, The Amazing Race. Will the kids be able to keep up with the adults? Will the Paolos (right) stop fighting and dig themselves out of last place? Will anyone be able to tell the Godlewski sisters apart? Find out inside.

First things first: lets dispense with the are we there yet? jokes up front. Here goes: are we there yet? I promise never to say that again.

We start out in New York City. Water taxis are speeding down the river. Theres Phil. Hi, Phil! He talks about freedom and cultural diversity. This season will mark a first in the history of The Amazing Race ten families of four members each will compete. Were starting out in Fulton Ferry State Park in Brooklyn, and its time to meet our ten teams. For a full overview of this seasons contestants, you check out my preview article.
For now, Ill ease you in with a brief summary.

The Gaghans are dad Bill, mom Tammy, son Billy, and daughter Carissa. Tammy thinks that the other teams will underestimate them. People say that every year. The whole family runs a lot, and Carissa, whos nine, can run a seven-minute mile. Yikes. Carissa declares that she can outrun any of the adults on the race. I dont doubt it. Billy, whos 12, says that he and Carissa can spy on the other teams. Carissa says that she may be small, but shes not stupid. She can trick the other players.

The Linzes are siblings Nick (24), Alex (22), Megan (21), and Tommy (19). Nick says that theyre close because they dont take each other too seriously. Megan worries that her brothers wont listen to her. Alex and Nick banter about leadership, thinking that Megan and Tommy wont be able to exhibit much of it because they dont have as much life experience. After Alex talks about experience for a while, Nick shuts him up by pointing out that he still lives at home. Hee.

The Paolos are mom Marion, dad Tony, and sons D.J. (24) and Brian (16). Tony came to America from Italy when he was 12 and is living the American dream. Marion says that she and Tony both work hard but their sons dont appreciate them. That will become abundantly clear very soon. D.J. says that he has no guilt over having a privileged life.

The Blacks are dad Reggie, mom Kimberly, and sons Kenneth and Austin. Austin is eight, which means that hes the youngest contestant ever to run this race. Kimberly says that theyll run the same way they live their lives with respect and without hurting anyone. Kenneth thinks that the family will be underestimated. They have a drive to succeed. Austin says that people will help him because he has a good personality, and it doesnt hurt that hes cute.

The Bransens are dad Walter and his three daughters, Elizabeth (25), Lauren (22), and Lindsay (20). Ive already given up trying to tell them apart without help from captions. Sorry. Walter says that his daughters will always be his little girls. One of the sisters (again, sorry) says that the three girls like to joke around and tease each other. They call their father Waldur. Walter thinks theyll have fun.

The Weavers, one of my sentimental favorite teams, are mom Linda (a widow), daughters Rebecca and Rachel, and son Rolly. Rachel explains that their father died when he was hit by a race car while going onto the track where he worked to pick up a piece of debris. Millions of people just cringed. Linda says that theyve been very sad and scattered because theyve been dealing with the loss in different ways. Rebecca thinks that the race will be a way to unite them.

The Aiellos are dad Tony (who I will call Godfather Tony, after his love of The Godfather, in order to distinguish him from Tony Paolo) and his sons-in-law Matt, David, and Kevin. Theyre my other sentimental favorites. Godfather Tony says that family is very important to him and hes happy to get to spend some time with his sons-in-law in a different way. Hes interested to see how theyll react to stress and pressure. Matt jokes that there will be no spooning.

The Schroeders are dad Mark, stepmom Char, daughter Stassi, and son Hunter. Char says that its them against the world. Stassi is a daddys girl. Mark thinks that he intimidates people and they think he eats small animals. He promises that hes really a sweet guy, he just likes the taste of small animals. Im scared already. His kids are embarrassed.

The Godlewskis are sisters Christine, Michelle, Tricia, and Sharon. If they stop wearing pink shirts, I might have a chance of telling them apart. They think that people will expect them to be ditzy princesses, which will lead to (everyone say it with me) underestimation. They have strong personalities, but theyre first and foremost sisters.
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The Rogerses are dad Denny, mom Renee, daughter Brittney, and son Brock. Denny wants to be in control; its partially a male thing and partially a Biblical thing. Oh, dear. Brock says that he and his father fight when he doesnt listen. Brittney thinks that because the family is southern, people will stereotype them and whats the word oh, right. Underestimate them.

Phil wonders if the families will be able to handle the stress of traveling together. He also wonders which family will exhibit the right combination of brains, brawn, and teamwork necessary in order to win. Here we go! I always love the beginning of the race. You never know what might happen.

The families gather in the park for what Phil says will be the ultimate family adventure. No kidding. He tells them that their success will depend on teamwork. He explains some of the rules (getting clues and money, all that good stuff) and tells us that seven of the pit stops will be elimination points. The teams clues are sitting on their luggage, and when they get them, they can hop in GNC Yukon Excels and head over the Brooklyn Bridge into Manhattan. They all cheer over the $1 million waiting for one family at the finish line.

Phil gives his shtick (which I always love) about the world waiting. He gives the go ahead and everyone takes off running. A couple of people fall and one loses a shoe. The clue tells them to go to Soho and buy camping equipment at Eastern Mountain Sports. They have $150 for this leg. Marion thinks she pulled something. That was quick. The Gaghans are the first to pack up their car and head out. Billy says that Soho is nice he thinks. The Weavers head out second, with Rebecca driving.

The Schroeders are third; Char is driving for them. The Aiellos are fourth and the Linzes are fifth, though they dont know where theyre going. They decide that driving in New York isnt bad its nothing compared to Cincinnati. The Gaghans congratulate each other on moving quickly. They make a light that the Godlewskis get stuck at. The Rogerses and Bransens drive; the Bransen daughters just know that theres good shopping in Soho. The Blacks call out to pedestrians for directions. The Paolo boys yell to Tony, whos driving, to take a right.

The Gaghans find the sign for the bridge. The Weavers are still in second but have to turn around. Renee looks over her war wounds from falling in the park. She says that she wasnt sure her ear was still attached to her head. The Bransens realize that Brooklyn Br. means Brooklyn Bridge.

D.J. barks orders at Tony. Simmer down, D.J. Youre 20 minutes into the game. Rebecca finds herself going the wrong way on a one-way street and Sharon (driving for the Godlewskis) is also going the wrong way. The Weavers have nicknamed the Godlewskis the desperate housewives. Meh. Theres a better nickname later that Im going to use. The Godlewskis compliment themselves. The Gaghans get directions. They travel a lot, so that might be an advantage for them.

The Aiellos run a red light to keep up with the Schroeders. Everyones pretty much just blatantly following each other. Kevin is worried about sucking in front of his father-in-law, even though hes been married to Godfather Tonys daughter for years. The Linzes catch up to the Gaghans. Bill jokingly asks the Linzes for directions, then follows them. Godlewski wonders what the name Soho means. (Trivia: it means South of Houston Street.) They ask for directions to the Town of Soho (nice try) and get a map.

The Schroeders are going the wrong way. Mark makes a comment about the Godlewskis having silicon implants. Char interviews that Mark is hardcore and aggressive, and if people overhear his comments, they might take them the wrong way. Is there a right way to take that silicon comment? In the Weavers car, Linda is proud of Rebeccas driving. Rebecca says that shes thankful for her family.

In their car, the Bransens people-watch. The Rogerses get a glimpse of the city, but Brock isnt impressed. Reggie tells his sons to keep their eyes open. He and Kimberly interview about the kids quick minds. In the Paolos car, Marion says that she doesnt think Soho is very big. D.J. and Brian bark orders at Tony. Im already sick of them. Marion interviews that the family fights a lot, but dont even try to mess with them.

The Linzes find the store and park. Megan tells Nick to lock the door, which makes sense, since theyre in New York. The Gaghans park and run to the store with the Linzes. They get their designated equipment and their next clues, which tell them to find a frank between Park and Lexington Avenues. The Linzes get out first and make sure they have everything. Bill brags that they have the closer parking spot. I might wind up adding the Gaghans to my list of sentimental favorites.

The Godlewskis and Schroeders arrive, though the sisters come close to going into the wrong store. The two families get their things and the Schroeders leave in third place. The Paolos are lost. Tony says that he is, ironically, a New Yorker lost in Manhattan. D.J. thinks that they should have followed another family. Marion shushes him and laments how lost they are.

When we return from commercials, the Paolos are still lost. Marion wonders if they can find a phone book; D.J. and Brian dont think there are phone books in New York, since its not the 1950s. Their logic confounds me. D.J. says theyre dumb. Well nah, too easy. The Aiellos arrive at the store, followed by the Weavers. The Bransens trail them in seventh place. The Weaver girls are hyper and one of them knocks over a display. The Rogerses get directions. The Paolos are still lost. D.J. asks for directions and they finally make it to the store.

Megan wonders if they should follow someone. Alex tells her that shell speak when shes spoken to. Hes obviously joking, but shes not amused. Megan, I know what youre going through I have three older brothers. Carissa spots a sign and her parents praise her good eyes. She sees some graffiti and wonders if people are allowed to use spray paint on the walls. Bill deadpans that its discouraged. Yep, theyre moving up towards sentimental favorite status.
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The Godlewskis are on the right track. Mark says that he wishes he had a handicapped child to use to block traffic. Hes aiming for funny and hitting disturbing instead. Char tells him that its a good thing his mother goes to church every week, because otherwise Mark would be going straight to Hell.

Godfather Tony admits that hes never been camping. His sons-in-law are excited to introduce him to the experience and show him man stuff, since he raised three daughters. The Weavers try to pass the Bransens but whichever Bransen daughter is driving prevents this. The Rogerses pass the Weavers. Reggie asks his kids if theyre taking in the sights of the city. He interviews that they dont travel much outside the East Coast, so theyll have to figure out how to deal with extensive traveling.

Back in the Paolos noisy car, Marion wonders if theyll spot a route marker. The boys seem to think that this is a stupid idea, for some reason. Isnt it a logical question to ask? Marion ignores the yelling and tells her sons that she loves them. She tells Brian that hes cute when hes angry. Brian replies, Im always cute. Yes, because apparently youre always angry.

The Linzes find the hot dog cart from the clue and Megan gets out of the car to get the next clue. Her brothers yell for her to get them hot dogs. Ive just glimpsed a scene from what would be my experience if I were on this race with my brothers. The vendors give Megan the clue. Oh, and did I mention that the vendors are Kevin and Drew from the first season? That made my night. The clue says to cross the George Washington Bridge and go to Washington Crossing. This means driving through New Jersey to Pennsylvania. They will be crossing the Delaware River, as George Washington did in the Revolutionary War. The Linzes get directions.

The Gaghans arrive second and send Carissa to get the clue. Shes so cute and shy when she asks for a frank. Kevin and Drew think shes adorable. The Schroeders find the car and Stassi gets the clue. The Godlewskis are next and Christine is overly excited when she gets the clue. Sharon says that theyve had some very good luck. The women chorus that they love New York.

Godfather Tony gets the clue. Drew and Kevin worry that hell have a heart attack on the race. The Bransens arrive and Lauren and Lindsay (Im about 80 percent sure about that) get the clue. Kevin and Drew comment that theyd like to be on that team. Elsewhere, the Weavers pass the Rogerses. Brock calls the Weavers monkeys. The two families arrive at the stand and Rolly beats Hunter to the clue. Linda wonders if theyre going to the state of Pennsylvania. Im worried.

The Linzes ask for directions again. Megan decides that theyll just have to look around in Pennsylvania. Well, its a big state. The Gaghans find the bridge. Bill admits that they dont really know where theyre going and he thinks theyll be winging it the entire race. Carissa is asleep. Well, its not like theres anything else for her to do right now.

The Blacks find the cart and are in ninth place. The Paolos finally find the cart and Brian tells Kevin and Drew that theyre the best. The guys are touched by that. The Godlewskis find the bridge. The Schroeders are impressed by them, but Mark thinks they look like smokers. Shut up, Mark. Char calls them the Pink Ladies. If Char doesnt mind, Im going to borrow that nickname. Its a heck of a lot easier to type than Godlewski. Mark thinks they should follow the sisters.

The Aiellos pass Yankee stadium and, being Bostonians, boo. The Rogerses, Bransens, and Aiellos all stop for directions and maps. Linda still isnt sure if theyre going to Pennsylvania, so the Weavers stop for directions. They get help from truck driver and he and Linda high-five over loving Jesus. The Blacks are experiencing New York at high speeds, according to Kenneth. Austin is asleep. Tony notes to his family that the other teams have little kids who have to stop and use the bathroom, etc. Marion says that if they need to, it would be a good time to get something to eat or use the bathroom. Okay, Marion good on a road trip, not so good in a race.

The Linzes stop somewhere, but the place is closed. The Gaghans decide to take the Jersey Turnpike. The Aiellos talk about crossing the Delaware. The Bransens and Aiellos arrive at Washington Crossing first. Wow, talk about making up time. The girls tell their father, Hustle, Wally. The teams learn of their task they have to cross the river in rowboats and get a 13-star flag. Theyll return to shore and observe a flag-folding ceremony before getting their clues. There are four boats, one family per boat, and its first come, first serve.

The Rogerses are lost. The Aiellos and Bransens put on life jackets. The Aiellos agree that they need to move in unison. Each boat contains a George Washington impersonator standing in the front. The Bransens get stuck and Walter jumps out to see what the problem is. This allows the Aiellos to get ahead. Theyre doing very well. They reach the other side, where the flags are waiting, and David grabs one. He says that it was great to do that, since hes a former Marine and respects the flag. Lauren gets the flag for her family. The Aiellos are already pretty far ahead.

The Schroeders spot the Pink Ladies ahead of them. The Pink Ladies note that the Schroeders think they know where theyre going, though they dont. They decide to turn around and the Schroeders realize that theyre lost. The Pink Ladies admit that they are.

Aiello is rocking the rowing. Walter criticizes Lindsays rowing and the girls are telling him to calm down. The Rogerses arrive at the task in third place, followed by the Weavers and the Gaghans. The Aiellos finish up, knowing that theyre in first place. They take the flag up a hill for the folding ceremony, letting Godfather Tony hand it over. He says that he feels very patriotic. They receive the folded flag and their clue, which sends them to the Belmont Plateau in Fairmount Park in Philadelphia. Theyll be camping there tonight. As each family assembles a tent, theyll receive a departure time from an Eagle Scout. The times are 10, 10:30, and 11:00.

The Rogerses and the Weavers start rowing. The Bransens finish and get directions to Philly. Walter is proud of his girls and is enjoying seeing them mature and become young ladies. The Schroeders arrive and Stassi already feels sick. They get in a boat as Brock and Rolly grab flags.
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The Gaghans row. The Rogerses and Weavers take their flags up for the ceremony and get their clues. On the road, Linda tells Rebecca to pass the Rogerses, which she does. Bill gets the flag for the Gaghans and Hunter gets it for the Schroeders. Billy wants to receive the flag after its folded, promising that hes respectful. In the car, Bill says that that was a good strength challenge. Carissa says that she tried her best; her parents are proud of her.

Reggie hopes that the Blacks arent last. Not to worry theyre in seventh place. We get some fun Reggie moments as theyre learning about rowing. He demonstrates by rowing a fake oar and saying, Yo, yo, yo, yo. He recognizes that they need to keep the general in the boat. The Pink Ladies note that they seem to be taking the scenic route, which might not be a good thing. They decide that they wont panic unless it starts to get dark.

The Linzes need a map. They learn that theyre about 45 to 50 minutes from where they should be. Uh, oh. The Paolos figure out where they need to go, but theyre going in the wrong direction. The Blacks run into problems with the current on the river. Their general tells them they need to paddle like the devil. Reggie tries to get Austin to paddle harder, but he cant.

The Blacks are too far downstream, according to their general. They get back on track and Reggie cheers, Team Black. The Aiellos are the first to get to Fairmount Park. The Bransens are stuck in traffic. The Rogerses learn that theyre going the wrong way. The Weavers are excited to get to the park. The Aiellos call them rowdy. The Gaghans arrive in third place and join the tent-building. The Bransens show up. The Aiellos and Weavers look to be neck-and-neck. They both finish and get 10:00 departure times.

The Gaghans finish and are happy that they made up some time. The Bransens get a 10:30 departure time and arent thrilled to be in fourth. Kenneth and Austin grab the flag and head back to shore as the Pink Ladies arrive. They decide that now would not be a good time to break their necks while running down the stairs to the boats. The Blacks hand over their flag and get their clue. Theyre still in seventh place. The Pink Ladies finish up and get their flag and clue. Sharon wrings out her shirt.

The Linzes finally make it to the boats. They give each other some good encouragement. Megan wants to prove herself to her brothers. The Paolos arrive as the Linzes are finishing up. The Linzes are happy that theyre not in last place. The Paolos general tells them to row together. The Rogerses reach the park and set up their tent with some help from the Aiellos. Brittney says that girls arent supposed to build tents. Shut up, Brittney. Im not even giving you a warning. The Rogerses get a 10:30 departure time and start chatting with the Aiellos.

The Schroeders set up their tent; Mark tells Char that everything is color-coded. They get a 10:30 departure time. Stassi isnt happy about being in sixth and says that theyll have to work harder tomorrow. Tony enjoys the flag-folding ceremony, but Marion wants to speed things up. They run back to the car but someone has dropped their clue. Dun dun dun! They dont realize it until theyre on their way to the highway. Apparently Marion was the keeper of the clue. She announces that they need to go back.

Brian blasts his mother for losing the clue. D.J. doesnt think they should go back, since they know what theyre supposed to do. The Blacks reach the park and get some help with their tent. Even Carissa helps out. Kimberly says that if she had a daughter, shed be like Carissa. Aww. The Blacks get an 11:00 departure time. Theyre proud of each other and do their Black family cheer.

The Pink Ladies arrive at the park and get their tent up fast with the help of pretty much everyone else. One of the sisters offers everyone chocolate chip cookies. They get an 11:00 departure time. The Linzes arrive, thinking theyre last. Carissa is still helping with the tents. The Paolos finally get to the park and get the last 11:00 departure time. Marion thanks the Eagle Scouts.

The next morning, its raining. Ooh, a deer! Or should I say, doe, a dear. The Gaghans, Weavers, and Aiellos find clues on their cars. Theyre to go to Mount Joy, Pennsylvania, to find the Brubaker family farm. The Weavers get out first. In the backseat, Linda and Rachel pray for safety. Linda interviews that without their faith, they dont know where theyd be, especially after her husbands death. The three families head for the highway.

The Schroeders, Rogerses, and Bransens leave at 10:30. The Rogerses and Schroeders offer each other helping, deciding that the Louisiana families need to stick together. The Blacks, Linzes, Pink Ladies, and Paolos leave at 11:00. The Linzes decide to follow the Pink Ladies. Tommy (um, I think) likes Tricia (again, I think, and I also think hes kidding). His brothers tell him hes out of his league.

The Blacks decide to follow someone. The Paolos arent sure how many of them are heading to Mount Joy. Rachel admires the view as the Weavers arrive at the farm in first place. Theyre having so much fun. Detour time! Hi again, Phil. He looks nice in blue. The choices are Build It and Buggy It. The teams can either put together a really cool working waterwheel (not physically demanding but possibly lengthy) or pull two team members in a buggy for a mile and a half. The Weavers decide to Buggy It.

The Aiellos arrive second and, stating that they have brawn, decide to Buggy It. Rolly and Rachel pull the buggy with Rebecca and Linda inside. For the Aiellos, Kevin (I think) and Godfather Tony are being pulled, though they offer to take over as soon as David and Matt get tired. The Gaghans find the farm and choose to Buggy It. The kids ride inside, which is probably smart, and also much more fun for them.

Rachel is struggling and decides its time to trade. The Weavers manage to stay ahead of the Aiellos. Rolly loses control of the buggy, being pulled by Linda, and the girls cant apply the brakes. Rolly runs into the side of a house and the buggy runs over Linda. Yikes! The kids whose father was hit by a speeding car probably did not appreciate seeing that.

Fortunately, Lindas okay. (She ducked under the bottom of the carriage and it didnt look like it actually hit her.) In an interview, Rebecca gets emotional as she talks about how hard it would be to lose her mother on top of losing her father. Linda reminds her that shes okay. The Aiellos catch up to the Weavers, whose buggy is a little worse for wear. They are forced to abandon it and head over to the waterwheels. Billy encourages his parents. The Weavers run past and warn the Gaghans to check their brakes.
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The Weavers immediately start building. The Gaghans slow their buggy down on a hill, working well with the kids, who are controlling the brakes. The Bransens get directions. The Schroeders and Rogerses try to figure out what to do. The Linzes keep following the Pink Ladies, who find a sign for Mount Joy. Michelles wearing blue! Thank you, Michelle.

Marion freaks out over an ant. Maybe she shouldnt be on this race. The Linzes find the farm, followed by the Pink Ladies and the Bransens. The Weavers are doing very well. The Linzes choose to Buggy It. The Pink Ladies will Build It, as will the Bransens. The Weavers are finishing up as the Pink Ladies get started. Alex and Nick will be pulling Megan and Tommy in the buggy. I think. Seriously, look into name tags, guys. Tommy farts. Thanks, Tommy. Megans shirt says, Who Dey! No, I dont know why.

Kevin tries to switch with David, but David says hes fine. The Gaghan kids sing, Shell Be Comin Round the Mountain. The Aiellos arent amused, and are also embarrassed that theyre behind, though, as they point out, the kids are lighter than Tony and Kevin. The Weavers and Bransens are finishing up as the Blacks arrive and decide to Build It. Bill says hes glad hes not a horse. The kids admire the goats. The Gaghans reach a turnaround and maneuver in it beautifully. Billy tells his parents how proud he is of them and that he wishes he could contribute. Get used to it, dork, Carissa shoots back. Its official theyre sentimental favorites.

The Schroeders arrive and decide to Build It, because a mile and a half is too long. The Rogerses will also Build It. The Paolos (now being driven by D.J.) make it to the farm, where the Schroeders call them the Jersey team. After some discussion, they head off to Build It. The Linzes stop for a break and wonder how far theyve traveled. Megan thinks they should have built the house.

Megan encourages her brothers. The Weavers get water for their waterwheel, which works nicely. They get their clue to go to the pit stop, blue silos on the Rohrer family farm in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, the heart of Mennonite country. (Trivia: its pronounced LAN-kess-ter.) The Weavers are, of course, excited to be in first place. The Pink Ladies are doing some good building, as are the Bransens. The Schroeders have temporarily misplaced their roof. The male Paolos think Marion is hindering them. Actually, Tony seems to think everyone is hindering him.

The Pink Ladies have managed to move into second place. Wow! I admit, I did underestimate them. The Gaghans finish up and Carissa notes that no one else finished Buggy It. They leave in third place. I underestimated them, too. The Bransens finish and leave, but Walter thinks theyre going in the wrong direction. The Aiellos finish up and are happy to be heading for the pit stop. Theyre not completely sure which direction to go.

The Linzes reach the turnaround and Tommy announces that he feels sick. He gets out to throw up. I bet Alex and Nick want to kill him. He recovers quickly. Rebecca is still a little shaken over the buggy accident, but Linda tells her that theyll never choose strength again. Rolly tells them to focus on the map, but they cant find their destination on it. The Pink Ladies arent sure what theyre doing, either.

Bill and Tammy are pleased with themselves and the workout they got. The Pink Ladies look for blue silos. Linda prays and encourages Rebecca. The Gaghans hope that theyre in first and Carissa imagines Phil telling them they are. The Pink Ladies reach the silos, shrieking as they run to the mat. A cheerful Mennonite man greets them and Phil tells them theyre team number one. Theyve also won $20,000! Much shrieking ensues. Phil asks where Michelles pink shirt is. She says that it was getting a little ripe. Phil asks if the sisters always talk over each other.

The Gaghans (AKA the rugrats) catch up to the Weavers, who get ready to unbuckle their seatbelts and run. Outrace the seven-minute-miler? I think not. Indeed, Carissa beats the Weaver girls to the mat. The Gaghans are in second and the Weavers are in a close third. The Aiellos and Bransens are looking for the silos. Back at the farm, the Rogerses and Blacks each work together while the Paolos, of course, argue. Raise your hand if youre surprised. The Rogerses finish and are in sixth place. The Linzes are still in their buggy. The Blacks build. The Paolos look for nails. Mark has hammering issues and says that something is wedged.

The Schroeders fix their problems and get the wheel going. Theyre in seventh place. Mark thinks he knows where theyre going and Hunter tells him hed better be right. The Paolos finish in eighth? Huh? After being last all night? Theyre a little overconfident in the car. Marion tells Tony that shes getting fed up with the way their sons speak to them. Good for her! The Blacks put on their roof. Megan and Tommy have switched with Nick and Alex, which is probably good.

The Bransen girls try to make sure that Walter knows where theyre going. Kevin isnt happy with the traffic. The Rogerses hit the pit stop in fourth place. The Schroeders spot the silos and are in fifth place. Mark jokingly complains about ulcers, cramps, and stress headaches. The Paolos are fighting. Marion yells at D.J. and Brian to shut up. Ah, family. They hit the pit stop in sixth place. No way. I was so sure theyd be out first. Or maybe I hoped they would be. Marion feels good about this.

The Linzes are struggling and switch again. Austin goes to get water and falls, yelling for help. Reggie literally picks him up with one hand. The Bransens reach the pit stop in seventh place. They share a group hug. The Aiellos arrive in eighth and Godfather Tony tells Phil that the boys can stay in the family. I have to say, I dont think Id be comfortable having a father-in-law who likes The Godfather so much.
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The Blacks pour their water and have a group hug. Theres no time for that! Megan realize that her family and the Blacks are the last teams leaving. The Blacks drive off, followed by the Linzes, who decide to follow them. Megan thinks they can outrun Kenneth and Austin. Good thing they werent stuck behind Carissa. Reggie thinks theyre looking for a rock; Kimberly tells him theyre looking for silos. (Hes confused because the road is called Blue Rock.) The Linzes go off on their own. Kimberly tries to instill confidence in Austin. Megan isnt sure they shouldnt be following the Blacks. One of her brothers says theyre bad about supporting each other and Megan says that theyre bad about listening to each other.

The Blacks arent sure what silos are. The Linzes spot the blue silos, as do the Blacks. The two families get out and run, and the Linzes arrive first. Megan, Alex, and Nick cheer, but Tommy remains deadpan. Phil tells them that they cut it close. Tommy complains about the darn heavy buggies.

Here come the Blacks. So much for thinking they would be one of the final three teams. Maybe I was just being loyal, since they dont live too far from me. Kimberly and Kenneth are upset. Reggie is proud of his family for their good effort; hes sad but not disappointed. Phil tells Kenneth that this is hard for anyone, no matter how old they are. He asks if it makes a difference that his parents are proud of him. Kenneth says it does. Hes happy that Austin kept up with the family. Kimberly interviews that they got to see their boys showing what they can do. Reggie is happy for the opportunity.

Next week: bickering Paolos (no kidding). Civil War reenactments. Walter has a hard time keeping up with his daughters.

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