6 Months In..........ok ....when Does The Fun Start?

Well now....it has been about 6 months since starting on this adventure called flatbedding!........ There is of course a large learning curve and being flexible is a plus. Now I am pretty stubborn which also is a plus......... I am running over 2k miles a week, I accrue a day off for every week on the road. So far I have not taken any days off but hey....I am older, single and onery! Plus I am saving up for a nice trip to South East Asia for my reward!

No injuries or illnesses so far....:D Yay! Truck had to be put in the shop, and it took a few days to fix it but the company put me up at a hotel...so that was nice plus they do give a daily bone so that we do not go entirely without an income....certainly not what I earn while the hub is turning.

Every load is different......every securement is different so if you like puzzles and sweating then maybe flatbedding is for you!

I have been to most states and enjoy the changing seasons and scenery...yes I keep my eyes on the road and hands on the wheel!

I have seen a few accidents, after they happened ...but not as many as I originally thought I would see......which is nice....a few vehicle fires........marshmallows anyone??

Overall things are getting easier as I learn and of course I am relaxing more and getting more done in less time.

Fun...? Why yes! At times it is great and other times well......that passes ...... So hang in their guys and gals.........you can do it!!!!

I accrue a day off for every week on the road. So far I have not taken any days off but hey....I am older, single and onery! Plus I am saving up for a nice trip to South East Asia for my reward!

Who do you work for? What is the maximum days they allow you to accrue?

Good post George. Hope to hear more.

It's like what has been said on this site and many others, you either like skateboarding or you don't. Once you decide that you like it, it kinda gets in your blood. Good to see that you are enjoying it.

I heard of drivers accruing in excess of 70 days.......The spouses travel with them...so.......I guess it just what works for them.........Most take off 3 days at a time.......

btw on a side note....I have lost 15lbs........lol....so I have that going for me......

Right now I am working for Melton......but I always look at the other types of trucks and companies that are on the road with me ....always wondering........

Is the grass greener on the other side.....lol

It's good to hear from someone that's 3 month ahead of me that things get ease as time and experience gets acquired thanks for the post George, ..... Out

I heard of drivers accruing in excess of 70 days.......The spouses travel with them...so.......I guess it just what works for them.........Most take off 3 days at a time.......

btw on a side note....I have lost 15lbs........lol....so I have that going for me......

Right now I am working for Melton......but I always look at the other types of trucks and companies that are on the road with me ....always wondering........

Is the grass greener on the other side.....lol