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TAR 17 EP 8 "Ali Baba in a Suit" (Muscat, Oman)
Lucybell:
Forgive me if this has already been brought up (I didn't see it here) but... Chad and Stephanie incurred a 30 minute penalty at the end of the last leg that was going to be applied to their start time for this leg of the race. I am not sure how far behind Jill and Thomas they were but add 30 min. The other teams were wondering where they were but, they may not have been aware of the penalty. In other clips, they had caught up with the other teams (Chad seen with Jill and when he proposes, Brooke, Claire and Nick were seen witnessing it.) One might think that Chad would have proposed after the elimination but they usually do not show post pitstop happenings in the same episode (except for private interviews). Myself, I think they were stuck with the HoO and the location was beautiful, so he decided the time was right.
I am not sure who far ahead of Jill and Thomas that Gary and Mallory were but I believe they caught up at the airport. They are MIA in all the clips of tasks and were very lost so I am, unfortunately calling a Gary and Mallory elimination this week. :'(
Prophet:
--- Quote from: Lucybell on November 13, 2010, 10:34:36 AM ---Forgive me if this has already been brought up (I didn't see it here) but... Chad and Stephanie incurred a 30 minute penalty at the end of the last leg that was going to be applied to their start time for this leg of the race. I am not sure how far behind Jill and Thomas they were but add 30 min. The other teams were wondering where they were but, they may not have been aware of the penalty. In other clips, they had caught up with the other teams (Chad seen with Jill and when he proposes, Brooke, Claire and Nick were seen witnessing it.) One might think that Chad would have proposed after the elimination but they usually do not show post pitstop happenings in the same episode (except for private interviews). Myself, I think they were stuck with the HoO and the location was beautiful, so he decided the time was right.
I am not sure who far ahead of Jill and Thomas that Gary and Mallory were but I believe they caught up at the airport. They are MIA in all the clips of tasks and were very lost so I am, unfortunately calling a Gary and Mallory elimination this week. :'(
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I think that is the general consensus we have come to here. Good sum up of the prediction for this week.
georgiapeach:
Thanks! Here it is embedded, and I will do caps when I get home tonight! :jumpy:
For Chateau to do shadow time, it will help him to know where this is...maybe someone could search flickr for the rappelling areas I posted before and see if anything looks similar? I can't today... :(
georgiapeach:
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--- Quote ---Surmountable obstacles
As a destination for rock-climbers, Oman is unmatched in the region for its appeal and many outdoor activities take place around the mountain ranges. More than 160 climbs have been pioneered, and graded from easy to extremely difficult. Jebel Ghul in the Al Dakhiliyah region towers 300 metres and offers Alpine-style climbing at its best. The Jebel Misfah, which is part of the Jebel Akhdar range, features climbs varying from 120 metres to 500 metres.
The best-known site is Jebel Misht in Nizwa, which has the largest rock face in the Arabian Peninsula. It's essential to be in good physical condition in order to negotiate the climb and it's also advisable to engage a local guide familiar with the terrain.
The mountains provide excellent conditions for trekking. Trips to Jebel Akhdar and Jebel Shams in Nizwa can be arranged easily through local tour operators. The Eastern Hajar mountains enable you to combine trekking in the mountains and camping on the beaches. In addition to enjoyable trekking, these spots provide breathtaking views of surrounding areas.
Jebel Shams (Jabal Shams), or "mountain of the sun", is the highest point in Oman at over 3,000 metres. The trek to the Wadi Nakhr Gorge, also known as the Grand Canyon of Oman, is an unforgettable experience. The trek to reach the cliff dwellings in the canyon begins at the village of Al Khateem and the path is littered with rocky rubble. Deep bends, overhanging rocks and panoramic views of the canyon all add to the exhilarating experience.
Situated 145 kilometres southwest of Muscat at the far end of Wadi Bani Awf in the Wilayat of Rustaq is Snake Canyon, which offers once-in-a-lifetime experiences for adventure-seekers. At 1,000 metres, the canyon is a 200-metre deep fissure, approximately three kilometres long, providing an idyllic location where visitors can walk, swim, or climb rocks.
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http://omanpocketguide.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=14&Itemid=57
Maybe y'all can look for some pics??
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georgiapeach:
Jebel Shams photo set:
http://www.pbase.com/bmcmorrow/jebelshams&page=all
Ghul and Wadi Nakhr photoset: Does this look possible? ???
http://www.pbase.com/bmcmorrow/wadinakhr&page=all
Snake Canyon pics
HERE
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