I had pretty low expectations from the Amazing Race: Family Edition, but, I have to say, I really enjoyed the premier episode. The teams seemed awfully confused to be driving to Pennsylvania. One team even questioned if the clue meant "Pennsylvania, the state?". As if there's another Pennsylvania out there somewhere.

The highlight of the episode was, of course, the guest appearance by Season One stars Kevin & Drew as NYC hot dog stand vendors. I was shocked that only one family seemed to recognize them. You'd think they'd be bigger fans. In any case, I was happy to see the lovable frats. Wouldn't it be fun if this season's families encountered more of our favorite teams along the way? The could see Team Cha Cha Cha in Miami, the Boston boys, Lena & Kristy in Utah and even Blake & Paige in the heart of Texas.

As for the tasks: I loved the trek across the Delaware and the flag was a nice, patriotic touch. The detour was clever. What seemed like the easier option was actually far, far, far more demanding.

After the teams treked through New York City and Pennsylvania's Amish country, the aptly named Black family was Philiminated. They seemed like nice enough people, although the younger kid seemed a little shady and more than a tad bitter throughout the leg. So, here's a fond farewell to 3/4 of the Black team and a "smell ya later" to the other quarter.

Since this first episode is all about meeting the new teams, here's my take on the remaining nine:

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