Gauntlet III is the beginning of a major downfall/decline in the show quality. For very obvious reasons. When you finish the season Alex, I will give you a lot of behind the scenes information that you should definitely know about the filming of this season.
Also - I realized that you started your watching of The Challenge with the original Battle of the Sexes. The previous season, Battle of the Seasons, is really the birth of The Challenge as we know it (eliminations, inner circle, etc.). I really think you should give this iconic season a watch if you can!