The BEST episodes of The Challenge season 11

Every episode of The Challenge season 11, ranked from best to worst by thousands of votes from fans of the show. The best episodes of The Challenge season 11!

Reality stars compete in physical and mental challenges that will push them to their limit for their share of a $1 million prize. Age-old alliances, twists and turns from host TJ Lavin, and everyone living together under one roof only make the battle that much harder.

Last Updated: 11/28/2024Network: MTVStatus: Continuing
Bucked!
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7.57
14 votes

#1 - Bucked!

Season 11 - Episode 10 - Aired 2/6/2006

The competitors face the ride of their lives at the "Buck-A-Neer" challenge. Derrick must once again fight for survival in the Gauntlet. An island romance blossoms between Alton and Jodi.

The Heat is On
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7.56
16 votes

#2 - The Heat is On

Season 11 - Episode 7 - Aired 1/16/2006

Notorious trouble-maker Beth is back in action as she feuds with teammate Montana. The heat is on as the teams go the distance at the "Rickshaw Races" challenge. And a stunning Gauntlet upset leaves one team worried about their dubious new captain.

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The Good, the Brad, and the Ugly
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7.36
14 votes

#3 - The Good, the Brad, and the Ugly

Season 11 - Episode 14 - Aired 3/6/2006

The teams must work together to pull themselves to a victory as they face their latest challenge-"The Pit." Two friends face a difficult situation as they must compete to send one another home at the Gauntlet. And Jodi and Alton wonder about the future of their relationship as the Challenge nears its end.

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Rookie Moves
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7.25
16 votes

#4 - Rookie Moves

Season 11 - Episode 8 - Aired 1/23/2006

Accusations of an alliance with the other team send the Rookies into a state of chaos. The players put their muscles to the test at the "Team Strength" challenge. A costly mistake at the challenge results in a beloved castmember being sent to the Gauntlet.

Mac-Beth
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7.25
12 votes

#5 - Mac-Beth

Season 11 - Episode 13 - Aired 2/27/2006

The pressure of being team captain takes its toll on Kina. Beth continues to wreak havoc on the Veteran team. At the "Easy Does It" challenge, the players race to cross a swinging platform. A sudden twist brings a surprise ending to a highly anticipated Gauntlet showdown.

Last Men Standing
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7.14
14 votes

#6 - Last Men Standing

Season 11 - Episode 16 - Aired 3/20/2006

With the last men's Gauntlet in front of them, the men worry about the possibility of being sent home the day before the Final Challenge. At the "Piece By Piece" challenge, the teams put their mechanical skills to the test. And one team must watch as two of their most beloved players go head-to-head to make it to the end in the most emotionally charged Gauntlet yet.

The $10,000 Pyramid
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7.13
16 votes

#7 - The $10,000 Pyramid

Season 11 - Episode 4 - Aired 12/26/2005

A long-standing rivalry between Danny and Jodi erupts in a heated confrontation. At the "Moving Pyramid" challenge, the teams must literally carry the weight of their teammates. And the Gauntlet sets the stage for one player's angry departure.

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Derrick Steps It Up
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7.07
15 votes

#8 - Derrick Steps It Up

Season 11 - Episode 2 - Aired 12/12/2005

Facing off in their first challenge, "Chock Full o' Coconuts," the Veterans set out to prove whether prior challenge experience will prevail over the Rookies' youthful enthusiasm. Later, at the first men's Gauntlet showdown, a heated battle results in the first player to be eliminated from the game.

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Throwing Down the Gauntlet
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7.04
27 votes

#9 - Throwing Down the Gauntlet

Season 11 - Episode 1 - Aired 12/5/2005

The new cast of The Gauntlet 2 arrive to Trindad and Tobago. Their newest host, BMX rider T. J. Lavin, informs them that they would be competing for a spot as team captain. While the captain position comes with perks, it also comes with a price—the captain of the losing team would be forced to go into the Gauntlet (the elimination round) where they will face-off against another challenger from their team. Jo finds the living conditions too much to handle.

Tire Me Up, Tire Me Down
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6.92
12 votes

#10 - Tire Me Up, Tire Me Down

Season 11 - Episode 12 - Aired 2/20/2006

Beth's lackluster performance at the challenges continues to frustrate the Veterans. The teams must make their way through a dangling obstacle course at the "Spare Tires" challenge. The Gauntlet claims another victim.

Blind Panic
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6.86
14 votes

#11 - Blind Panic

Season 11 - Episode 15 - Aired 3/13/2006

The Veteran women fear their male teammates may throw a challenge in order to send one of the girls home. The players put their faith in each other's hands as they walk blindfolded across a suspended balance beam in the "Blind Trust" challenge. Kina must make a difficult decision as she selects an opponent to compete against in the final women's Gauntlet.

We Can Work It Out
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6.80
15 votes

#12 - We Can Work It Out

Season 11 - Episode 3 - Aired 12/19/2005

Rookie female team captain Kina is worried how her vulnerable position will affect her relationship with her teammate and boyfriend, Randy. The teams are forced to work together to come out on top at the "Team Builders" challenge. The first female Gauntlet ends with a surprising outcome.

Victory At Last
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6.67
12 votes

#13 - Victory At Last

Season 11 - Episode 11 - Aired 2/13/2006

Cara and Susie worry how their alienation from the other women on their team will affect their chances in the game. The Veterans set out to end their four-game losing streak as they struggle to hold their own at the "Pull Me" challenge. The Gauntlet heats up as two fiercely competitive women face off in a grueling battle.

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Watching Paint Dry
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6.63
16 votes

#14 - Watching Paint Dry

Season 11 - Episode 6 - Aired 1/9/2006

Tension is high among the team captains, as Alton struggles with the tough responsibility of the job and Derrick's abrasive behavior causes strife between him and Brad. The "Body Painting" challenge finds the teams in a colorful mess as they battle for victory. And two quick climbers race for survival at the Gauntlet.

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Sloppy Seconds
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6.58
24 votes

#15 - Sloppy Seconds

Season 11 - Episode 5 - Aired 1/2/2006

The players set out to soak their competition at the "Spongeworthy" challenge. The Gauntlet sends home another victim. In addition, a complicated love triangle between Mark, Robin and Jodi results in an emotional breakdown.

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Don't Bet On It
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6.43
14 votes

#16 - Don't Bet On It

Season 11 - Episode 17 - Aired 3/27/2006

The last male Gauntlet comes to a shocking end. The Rookie women have decided that losing is not an option, while Veteran team remain confident that they will pull an upset and take it home. The final challenge comes to a close in an unusual way.

Walking the Line
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6.30
10 votes

#17 - Walking the Line

Season 11 - Episode 9 - Aired 1/30/2006

With suspicion still clouding their team, the Rookies struggle to come together for a win. The Veterans grow frustrated with the performance of their controversial captain, Beth. At the "Balancing Act" challenge, the teams must face a nerve-wracking tightrope walk. And the Gauntlet is the stage for the settling of a long-standing grudge.

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