Profile For Team 1 Trucker

Team 1 Trucker's Info

  • Location:
    Fairhope, AL

  • Driving Status:
    Rookie Solo Driver

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  • Joined Us:
    7 years, 3 months ago

Team 1 Trucker's Bio

Retired home builder. Guillian barre syndrome survivor. Happily married with no kids, but 4 dogs. Struggling Christian. Enjoy hunting,fishing, cooking, building stuff. Huge Auburn fan. Love quiet time but miss companionship and conversation when I'm out on the road

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Posted:  6 years, 10 months ago

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Losing water weight. Salt water?

Actually, a little cider vinegar in water will help reduce leg cramps. For me, that’s a big plus.

Posted:  6 years, 10 months ago

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Wannabe Trucker

Andy, I’m 57, just started this new adventure ( yes it’s a career, but it’s MUCH more). For what it’s worth, here are my observations.

Trucking Truth and this forum are your best source for SOLID VERIFIABLE INFORMATION

High Road is the best online CDL training program you will find

You will NEVER get enough sleep while on the road

You WILL make mistakes

You WILL get lost

You WILL get frustrated (for me it’s the “hurry up and wait”)

Others (friends and family) will think you are crazy

You WILL have experiences that you NEVER DREAMED OF

You will meet some of the BEST and encounter some of the WORST that humanity has to offer

If you are serious, want to learn and are up for the challenges that WILL come, you are in for a great new life.

Posted:  6 years, 10 months ago

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Drivers should spend time in the office

I’m really thankful that Werner has “special” fleet managers for newbies. These fleet managers have a lower (30 +-) driver load so they can coach the newbies through their first 2-3 months. This allows the FM to share what’s going on between planning, fleet management and driver. These guys and gals are doing a tough job, and they want the best for all of us....but if you are not willing to work with them, you deserve the crappy treatment that’s going to come your way.

Posted:  6 years, 10 months ago

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HOS - mindset and practicality

As a newbie, I’m still confused by the 8/2 split and how to best take advantage of it. I’m constantly battling the clock (wether it be 11, 14 or 70) and searching for any ways to be more productive. Explanations, advice from veteran drivers is welcome.

Posted:  6 years, 10 months ago

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Game: describe your first solo load experience

Mine was a load of toilet paper (38,000#).....Ain’t that some crap!

Posted:  6 years, 10 months ago

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I'm about to become a 'newbie'....again! lol

Simon, welcome and thanks for the great posts! At 57 I just started driving this year - for Werner. I've had many similar experiences as you, being the old guy and not having too much difficulty backing (thanks to many years of backing boats). Anyhow I think your attitude of helping others and encouraging others to do the same is a breath of fresh air. Paying it forward really goes a long way out on the road

Posted:  6 years, 10 months ago

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Iowa 80 truckstop

Grammys restaurant / checkered flag bar & grill across the street has really great food at very reasonable prices!

Posted:  6 years, 11 months ago

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Trucking with a disability: a few questions.

Ken, I also wear leg braces due to bilateral drop foot. I was concerned at first because there are a lot more physical requirements than one might expect. I really would love to flatbed, but Felt it would be best to start with dry van. So far it's working out well. I've graduated school, gone through orientation and 6 weeks of over the road training. I'm just finishing my first week solo and heading home tomorrow for some much needed time with my bride. Glad she's totally on board with this adventure. Good luck to you.

Posted:  6 years, 12 months ago

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Accident?

Thanks Errol and Brett. I'll use this to be a better trucker....and try not to sweat the small stuff.

Posted:  6 years, 12 months ago

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Accident?

Thanks Brett. I'm just a little freaked out by this whole incident. As a rookie (in training no less) my number one goal is "don't hit anything". I want to be a safe, productive, professional driver. I'm just concerned that this may jeopardize my career before it even gets started! As a "four wheeler" I've been accident free for 40 years and ticket free for over ten. I take driving seriously and am really looking forward to this new career / adventure. Thanks for all you've done for this industry and for me by creating and maintaining this awesome site!

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