TransAm Olathe, KS

So I figured I would start a new topic about the Training location for TransAm in Olathe, KS. If there is already one, I'm sorry. I called the company today and they were going to send me to their TX location, but I have researched over and over but can't find many talks about that location, but I have read plenty of reviews about their Olathe location, so she agreed, she would get to the KS if I wanted. For anybody reading this, what was your experience with the Olathe, KS location, what was your experience with the TX location? Things I should expect, from training to driving, how are the trainers? things I should bring, things I should probably leave at home, etc... I am really excited to start with TransAm, so I wanna be prepared the best I can so I can give everything my 110%

Look at ChickieMonsters thread in training diaries.

I have. :) She's awesome, but somethings I asked weren't covered in those posts.

Look at ChickieMonsters thread in training diaries.

I can't tell you anything about the differences between the two training locations but we do have information on what to bring with you on the road:

• Trucker's Wiki: Items To Bring To CDL School, Training, and OTR
• Forum Topics Tagged "Items To Bring To CDL School"
• Forum Topics Tagged "Items To Bring On The Road"

Don't forget sunglasses and sunscreen if you burn easily! You will be outside in the sun for two to three days. Also a poncho or rain gear just in case. They don't stop training if it's raining.

Enough clothes for a week and some laundry soap. There is laundry facilities at the hotel but it's cheaper to do it at the terminal.

Snacks for the road and in the hotel.

Blankets or sleeping bag and a pillow.

I wouldn't suggest bringing a laptop as they can be a little bulky to store.

Bring some money for groceries and drinks. There is an atm at the terminal if you need it.

You will be spending the weekend in the hotel. You are right outside KC. I know several people from my class got an Uber and went into the city over the weekend.

You are SO AWSOME! My friend lives at the base near there, so maybe I'll go see him during the weekend. I can't wait to get my truck and make it my own. Preferably gonna put a tempurpedic in there. lol

Don't forget sunglasses and sunscreen if you burn easily! You will be outside in the sun for two to three days. Also a poncho or rain gear just in case. They don't stop training if it's raining.

Enough clothes for a week and some laundry soap. There is laundry facilities at the hotel but it's cheaper to do it at the terminal.

Snacks for the road and in the hotel.

Blankets or sleeping bag and a pillow.

I wouldn't suggest bringing a laptop as they can be a little bulky to store.

Bring some money for groceries and drinks. There is an atm at the terminal if you need it.

You will be spending the weekend in the hotel. You are right outside KC. I know several people from my class got an Uber and went into the city over the weekend.

My school I went to Sage, we used 48 foot trailers, what did anybody here use? How much of a learning curve is it to pull a 53 footer? I was a little peeved about using 48 footers.

Don't forget sunglasses and sunscreen if you burn easily! You will be outside in the sun for two to three days. Also a poncho or rain gear just in case. They don't stop training if it's raining.

Enough clothes for a week and some laundry soap. There is laundry facilities at the hotel but it's cheaper to do it at the terminal.

Snacks for the road and in the hotel.

Blankets or sleeping bag and a pillow.

I wouldn't suggest bringing a laptop as they can be a little bulky to store.

Bring some money for groceries and drinks. There is an atm at the terminal if you need it.

You will be spending the weekend in the hotel. You are right outside KC. I know several people from my class got an Uber and went into the city over the weekend.

I used a 53 foot trailer with a full sleeper cab. I couldn't tell you how much of a learning curve but you will have some time to practice on the range.

My school I went to Sage, we used 48 foot trailers, what did anybody here use? How much of a learning curve is it to pull a 53 footer? I was a little peeved about using 48 footers.

Don't forget sunglasses and sunscreen if you burn easily! You will be outside in the sun for two to three days. Also a poncho or rain gear just in case. They don't stop training if it's raining.

Enough clothes for a week and some laundry soap. There is laundry facilities at the hotel but it's cheaper to do it at the terminal.

Snacks for the road and in the hotel.

Blankets or sleeping bag and a pillow.

I wouldn't suggest bringing a laptop as they can be a little bulky to store.

Bring some money for groceries and drinks. There is an atm at the terminal if you need it.

You will be spending the weekend in the hotel. You are right outside KC. I know several people from my class got an Uber and went into the city over the weekend.

I honestly didn't notice much of a difference, and I trained on 48 footers. It's only an extra 5 ft and the way it handles really depends more on where the tandems are, not how long it is.