# The Amazing Race 11/22 - "Insert Pithy Quote Here" **URL:** \ **Category:** Cafe Society\ **Created:** [November 23, 2008, 11:16pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-amazing-race-11-22-insert-pithy-quote-here/474162 "2008-11-23T23:16:12Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![Scuba\_Ben](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/278dde/32.png) [@Scuba\_Ben](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Scuba_Ben)\ **Post date:** [November 23, 2008, 11:16pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-amazing-race-11-22-insert-pithy-quote-here/474162/1 "2008-11-23T23:16:12Z")
It’s Race Day, Race fans! My guess: Tonight is this season’s double-length leg. Otherwise, Dandrew should go home tonight, I hope. ---
**Author:** ![Just\_Some\_Guy](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/j/ad7895/32.png) [@Just\_Some\_Guy](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Just_Some_Guy)\ **Post date:** [November 23, 2008, 11:23pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-amazing-race-11-22-insert-pithy-quote-here/474162/2 "2008-11-23T23:23:53Z")
> [@Scuba\_Ben](#): > > It’s Race Day, Race fans! > > My guess: Tonight is this season’s double-length leg. Otherwise, Dandrew should go home tonight, I hope. I think you underestimate the strength of the frat boys. They clearly sold their soul to the devil in order to stay in the race this long. (Yeah, between the two of them they have one soul… barely.) ---
**Author:** ![Terminus\_Est](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/terminus_est/32/3087_2.png) [@Terminus\_Est](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Terminus_Est)\ **Post date:** [November 23, 2008, 11:52pm UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-amazing-race-11-22-insert-pithy-quote-here/474162/3 "2008-11-23T23:52:19Z")
It’s the Final Four and the bumbling duo are still in the race. > [@Just\_Some\_Guy](#): > > I think you underestimate the strength of the frat boys. They clearly sold their soul to the devil in order to stay in the race this long. (Yeah, between the two of them they have one soul… barely.) Ah, that would explain it. ---
**Author:** ![jayjay](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/jayjay/32/6765_2.png) [@jayjay](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/jayjay)\ **Post date:** [November 24, 2008, 12:53am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-amazing-race-11-22-insert-pithy-quote-here/474162/4 "2008-11-24T00:53:54Z")
> [@Just\_Some\_Guy](#): > > I think you underestimate the strength of the frat boys. They clearly sold their soul to the devil in order to stay in the race this long. (Yeah, between the two of them they have one soul… barely.) Considering that we’re talking about the Frat Boys, it’s more likely that they sold their soul to Phil, the Prince of Insufficient Light. When they die, they’ll be darned to Heck. It might actually be an improvement for them… ---
**Author:** ![Just\_Some\_Guy](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/j/ad7895/32.png) [@Just\_Some\_Guy](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Just_Some_Guy)\ **Post date:** [November 24, 2008, 12:57am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-amazing-race-11-22-insert-pithy-quote-here/474162/5 "2008-11-24T00:57:34Z")
> [@jayjay](#): > > Considering that we’re talking about the Frat Boys, it’s more likely that they sold their soul to Phil, the Prince of Insufficient Light. When they die, they’ll be darned to Heck. It might actually be an improvement for them… Phil is the Prince of Insufficient Light? But he seems so well lit at the mat! (Yeah, yeah. I know the reference.) ---
**Author:** ![lorene](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/l/65b543/32.png) [@lorene](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/lorene)\ **Post date:** [November 24, 2008, 1:31am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-amazing-race-11-22-insert-pithy-quote-here/474162/6 "2008-11-24T01:31:34Z")
What the HELL is wrong with Dan? Why is he making that task so much more difficult than it needs to be?? ---
**Author:** ![Siege](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/dbc845/32.png) [@Siege](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Siege)\ **Post date:** [November 24, 2008, 1:46am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-amazing-race-11-22-insert-pithy-quote-here/474162/7 "2008-11-24T01:46:52Z")
The Russians called about the Cold War. They want a rematch! Good old team Dandrew, laughed at by Russians. So far, it’s been hilarious! ---
**Author:** ![Just\_Some\_Guy](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/j/ad7895/32.png) [@Just\_Some\_Guy](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Just_Some_Guy)\ **Post date:** [November 24, 2008, 1:54am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-amazing-race-11-22-insert-pithy-quote-here/474162/8 "2008-11-24T01:54:41Z")
The frat boys were just embarrassing. No wonder Putin hates us. I have to wonder if the decline in Russia/US relations could be tied to this episode. And guys, you are not the tortoise in the race; the tortoise was slow _and_ steady. Who would have thought that being in the NFL would be an advantage in life. I don’t know why everyone doesn’t join. I was kind of disappointed at the lack of really stunning Russian locations on this leg other than that Orthodox church at the beginning. I figured this was a non-elimination but I’m still disappointed… ---
**Author:** ![Robot\_Arm](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/robot_arm/32/18280_2.png) [@Robot\_Arm](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Robot_Arm)\ **Post date:** [November 24, 2008, 2:00am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-amazing-race-11-22-insert-pithy-quote-here/474162/9 "2008-11-24T02:00:58Z")
It was bound to happen eventually. Finally, reality TV has given us a contestant who is TOO STUPID TO WALK! ---
**Author:** ![Scuba\_Ben](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/278dde/32.png) [@Scuba\_Ben](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Scuba_Ben)\ **Post date:** [November 24, 2008, 2:03am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-amazing-race-11-22-insert-pithy-quote-here/474162/10 "2008-11-24T02:03:30Z")
And once again, The Amazing Editors try to make the leg seem closer than it actually is. What the heck was WRONG with Dandrew at the army base? After trying the march several times, they kept trying it again? They should’ve switched back to the borscht sooner. But at least they read the clue BEFORE doing the task. **Just Some Guy** , I agree – we’ve seen far better locations in Moscow on previous Races. (And a few worse; the tram car yard comes to mind.) Next week: Somebody screws up beyond recovery. I’m now taking odds on which team loses The Amazing Fanny-pack next leg. My bet is on Dandrew. ---
**Author:** ![Just\_Some\_Guy](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/j/ad7895/32.png) [@Just\_Some\_Guy](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Just_Some_Guy)\ **Post date:** [November 24, 2008, 2:06am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-amazing-race-11-22-insert-pithy-quote-here/474162/11 "2008-11-24T02:06:33Z")
> [@Scuba\_Ben](#): > > Next week: Somebody screws up beyond recovery. I’m now taking odds on which team loses The Amazing Fanny-pack next leg. My bet is on Dandrew. Devil. Soul. 2-for-1 special. No, the team that will lose the amazing fanny pack is going to be Nick and Starr. My guess is mainly based on the fact that they’ve fallen out of groove and the editors are playing that up. ---
**Author:** ![PastAllReason](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/p/f07891/32.png) [@PastAllReason](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/PastAllReason)\ **Post date:** [November 24, 2008, 2:07am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-amazing-race-11-22-insert-pithy-quote-here/474162/12 "2008-11-24T02:07:05Z")
> [@Scuba\_Ben](#): > > Next week: Somebody screws up beyond recovery. I’m now taking odds on which team loses The Amazing Fanny-pack next leg. My bet is on Dandrew. I’m hoping that it’s them. From initially disliking Ken/Tina and Nick/Starr, I’ve now warmed up to them, and I’ve always like Toni and Dallas. ---
**Author:** ![Robot\_Arm](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/robot_arm/32/18280_2.png) [@Robot\_Arm](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Robot_Arm)\ **Post date:** [November 24, 2008, 2:16am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-amazing-race-11-22-insert-pithy-quote-here/474162/13 "2008-11-24T02:16:20Z")
Everyone noticed that Nick and Starr were wearing each other’s army jackets, right? ---
**Author:** ![Scuba\_Ben](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/278dde/32.png) [@Scuba\_Ben](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Scuba_Ben)\ **Post date:** [November 24, 2008, 2:17am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-amazing-race-11-22-insert-pithy-quote-here/474162/14 "2008-11-24T02:17:36Z")
> [@Robot\_Arm](#): > > Everyone noticed that Nick and Starr were wearing each other’s army jackets, right? They were? I did NOT notice. And neither did The Amazing Inspection Sergeant. ---
**Author:** ![PastAllReason](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/p/f07891/32.png) [@PastAllReason](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/PastAllReason)\ **Post date:** [November 24, 2008, 2:20am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-amazing-race-11-22-insert-pithy-quote-here/474162/15 "2008-11-24T02:20:11Z")
> [@Robot\_Arm](#): > > Everyone noticed that Nick and Starr were wearing each other’s army jackets, right? Yeah, I noticed it too. ---
**Author:** ![Batsinma\_Belfry](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/ea5d25/32.png) [@Batsinma\_Belfry](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Batsinma_Belfry)\ **Post date:** [November 24, 2008, 2:50am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-amazing-race-11-22-insert-pithy-quote-here/474162/16 "2008-11-24T02:50:08Z")
Nevermind Dan’s lack of coordination, Andrew not being able to wrap the sock thing was ridiculous. Andrew:\* “Dude! I did it just like you showed me.” \* :dubious: ---
**Author:** ![brownie55](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/f14d63/32.png) [@brownie55](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/brownie55)\ **Post date:** [November 24, 2008, 3:14am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-amazing-race-11-22-insert-pithy-quote-here/474162/17 "2008-11-24T03:14:04Z")
> [@Batsinma\_Belfry](#): > > Nevermind Dan’s lack of coordination, Andrew not being able to wrap the sock thing was ridiculous. > > Andrew:\* “Dude! I did it just like you showed me.” \* :dubious: You can tell them apart? ---
**Author:** ![Mahaloth](https://sea3.discourse-cdn.com/straightdope/user_avatar/boards.straightdope.com/mahaloth/32/1079_2.png) [@Mahaloth](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Mahaloth)\ **Post date:** [November 24, 2008, 3:14am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-amazing-race-11-22-insert-pithy-quote-here/474162/18 "2008-11-24T03:14:42Z")
I remember Phil talking about one team who made a huge error this year. Apparently, it’s the first time since season 1(the gay couple) where a team is eliminated because they are so far behind. Though, I do remember the hay rolling incident where one team could never finish. Anyway, I’m hoping Nick and Starr don’t lose their passports; that would be a game-ender. ---
**Author:** ![PastAllReason](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/p/f07891/32.png) [@PastAllReason](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/PastAllReason)\ **Post date:** [November 24, 2008, 3:24am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-amazing-race-11-22-insert-pithy-quote-here/474162/19 "2008-11-24T03:24:20Z")
**Mahaloth,** there was another season after season 1 where the third place team was, as I recall, in Hawaii when they got the news that the Race had been won in Arizona. ---
**Author:** ![Frostillicus](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/f/e9bcb4/32.png) [@Frostillicus](https://boards.straightdope.com/u/Frostillicus)\ **Post date:** [November 24, 2008, 3:27am UTC](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-amazing-race-11-22-insert-pithy-quote-here/474162/20 "2008-11-24T03:27:00Z")
Dan can now apply for a position with the Ministry of Silly Walks. He’s a shoo-in. [![]( " - YouTube") ](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9ZlBUglE6Hc) [Next page](https://boards.straightdope.com/t/the-amazing-race-11-22-insert-pithy-quote-here/474162.md?page=2)