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The Challenge (1998)

S1E1 Road Rules All Stars: Five Easy Pieces

Apr 20, 1998 Season 1 Episode 1 Reality

Welcome to the inaugural Real World/Road Rules Challenge! While some might dispute the authenticity of this challenge, we're taking five contestants from Real World and placing them into Road Rules missions, which certainly qualifies as a challenge in my book. We kick off with Eric from Real World New York, who boards a train. He admits he had to think twice about joining another MTV show but is thrilled for the adventure ahead. The train will make several stops to pick up the other four participants. First, they pick up Jon from Real World Los Angeles, where they reminisce. Jon shares his pursuit of a country music record deal, while Eric boasts about landing a deal without even singing. Next, they’re set to meet Rachel from Real World San Francisco.