If you enjoy any of the survival shows or race shows that are on TV, you will probably enjoy this one. 8 teams of two set off on a 40 day ordeal for a $500,000 prize. There are actually six races to test their skills. Race days are 12 hours long, with overnight pauses. When not racing on the courses, the racers do their best to survive the elements with very limited food and supplies. Mostly, they have to live off the land.
A team is eliminated after each race. One team involuntarily taps out early on---a reminder of how demanding this endeavor really is.
The teams are diverse. There is a father/son combo, a brother/sister combo, and a dating couple. There are friends and there are racing mates. There are doctors, rock climbers, and martial artists.
After two episodes, it is clear that the demands of the race are real and ever-present. It appears that the various races will require different skills, but a positive mental energy and excellent fitness (in the face of deprivation) may be the best qualities to possess.
A bonus is the beauty of the Alaskan wilderness, captured by excellent cinematography.
A team is eliminated after each race. One team involuntarily taps out early on---a reminder of how demanding this endeavor really is.
The teams are diverse. There is a father/son combo, a brother/sister combo, and a dating couple. There are friends and there are racing mates. There are doctors, rock climbers, and martial artists.
After two episodes, it is clear that the demands of the race are real and ever-present. It appears that the various races will require different skills, but a positive mental energy and excellent fitness (in the face of deprivation) may be the best qualities to possess.
A bonus is the beauty of the Alaskan wilderness, captured by excellent cinematography.
