Clearly the most worthy cause ever
Want to relive a childhood spent watching American Gladiators while simultaneously reducing the obesity induced by a childhood spent watching American Gladiators? Then get active supporting (and eventually participating in) Gladiator Assault Course Detroit, whose founders invoked the original show's "Ask A Gladiator" segment to A our Qs about their Kickstarter project
- What inspired your interest in an American Gladiators revival?
- What child of the '90s didn't want to be on American Gladiators? This has been waiting to happen my entire life.
- Who are your top 3 AGs & why?
- Malibu is by far the coolest. Gemini was a total badass too. I don't think I have a third favorite... I guess Nitro was ok, he was a little bit of a d**k.
- What might the names of some Detroit Gladiators be?
- Blazer, Motor, Hockey... Those are all great names.
- So, as far as your course goes, how many challenges are you looking to incorporate into the Detroit arena?
- As many as possible!! We are starting with the Assault Course, but could easily incorporate many of the other events.
- So, what's up with this tennis ball gun?
- It's an air-powered cannon capable of launching a tennis ball over 100mph. It's a seriously badass piece of machinery. For more info, check out AG, Season 2-6.
- What will the qualifying events consist of?
- The qualifier weeds out the weak and slow. Only the fastest qualifying competitors will be allowed to compete in one final event where we will have a promotional poster, celebrities, and glory. The qualifier is essentially a chance for all donors to run the course and be a part of American Gladiators of yore.
- In terms of people contributing to the fundraising, what does the VIP rewards package include exactly? Custom spandex? Ha!
- Only the "Gladiator" and "Competitor" donors will be given custom spandex. Anyone who donates even 1$ will be given a chance to run the course and a mention in the credits on our website. All competitors will be given the opportunity to participate in the main event.
- Any Detroit-y field events? Climbing the Train Station Building? 7 Mile Sprint?
- The Assault Course, once complete, could easily be assembled outside. We would love to have a Train Station Assault! Think Roosevelt Park Assault.
- And finally, any thoughts on spandex as leisurewear? Do you partake in/recommend it?
- Absolutely. Spandex means you are ready to take action at any moment. A necessary feature when you are a gladiator like us.