Tag Archives: items to bring on the road

Packing List for Truck Driving School

Posted on October 18, 2009 by rbradyjohnsen

Before he left, my husband and I were arguing because he thought I was being obsessively neat and organized and over-packing. Now he is super-grateful at the way it was done. So far, he hasn’t said there was anything he would have skipped. Here’s a great list of items to bring with you on the road. Continue reading →

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Making it Financially in Truck Driving

Posted on October 14, 2009 by TruckerMike

Finances on the road can be tough when first getting started, but hopefully this will provide you with a little insight on how to stay out of trouble. Continue reading →

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Preparing for Truck Driver Company Training – Things to Pack!

Posted on May 10, 2009 by TruckerMike

What should I pack? This has to be the number one question amongst newbies. First of all, pack as little as possible. Only the necessities…. Continue reading →

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What’s a Desert Dude Doing Driving in a Blizzard?

Posted on April 19, 2009 by Farmer Bob

Let me start out by saying that I live in the desert. Yes, 120 degrees summer days desert. Blowing sand is common when it’s windy. We do have days when main roads are closed due to blowing sand – but not snow! Oh man, here comes a blizzard! Continue reading →

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More on my First Two Weeks OTR – Including Things You Will Need With You

Posted on March 26, 2009 by Farmer Bob

Earlier I said I’d go into more detail on what I brought, what I should have brought, and what I could have left at home. Here is a bunch of items to bring, some not to bring, and some other insights into the trucking lifestyle… Continue reading →

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Women on the Road – Preparing for the Trip – Part 2

Posted on February 19, 2009 by Tumbleweed

We’ve covered most of your basic necessities in Part 1. Those are the little things that will help you feel more comfortable while being on the road. I was also a driver, so most of my “time off” was spent sleeping. If you’re not driving, then you’ll need more “creature comforts” than I took with me. Continue reading →

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