Murphy's Law: Backing With An Audience Edition

Topic 30835 | Page 1

Page 1 of 1
NaeNaeInNC's Comment
member avatar

Why is it, that whenever I am in a backing situation where I have an audience of 5 or more people, in a simple setup, I jack up the set up, multiple times then nail it when it's a difficult spot with nobody watching?

It took me 30 minutes to get into a dang door the other day, with a slightly shallow area to get it turned. It should have been no big deal. By the time I was in, I felt like Austin Powers in the luggage cart/hallway scene.

Later that day, I get sent to drop a trailer, in a similar situation, slight incline, and even shallower area to move. Nailed it. It went right in, no pull ups, one GOAL. What the heck? Of course there wasn't anyone to witness the resulting fat girl happy dance either! (Thank Jeebus!)

Bobcat_Bob's Comment
member avatar

I'm the same way, usually I can back in with no problems a few times the dock workers are waiting at the door and suddenly I look like a newbie

PackRat's Comment
member avatar

I love an audience watching. Maybe after watching what it takes to maneuver, they will change their views of drivers. It's not as easy as it looks to the untrained observer.

Page 1 of 1

New Reply:

New! Check out our help videos for a better understanding of our forum features

Bold
Italic
Underline
Quote
Photo
Link
Smiley
Links On TruckingTruth


example: TruckingTruth Homepage



example: https://www.truckingtruth.com
Submit
Cancel
Upload New Photo
Please enter a caption of one sentence or less:

Click on any of the buttons below to insert a link to that section of TruckingTruth:

Getting Started In Trucking High Road Training Program Company-Sponsored Training Programs Apply For Company-Sponsored Training Truck Driver's Career Guide Choosing A School Choosing A Company Truck Driving Schools Truck Driving Jobs Apply For Truck Driving Jobs DOT Physical Drug Testing Items To Pack Pre-Hire Letters CDL Practice Tests Trucking Company Reviews Brett's Book Leasing A Truck Pre-Trip Inspection Learn The Logbook Rules Sleep Apnea
Done
Done

0 characters so far - 5,500 maximum allowed.
Submit Preview

Preview:

Submit
Cancel

Why Join Trucking Truth?

We have an awesome set of tools that will help you understand the trucking industry and prepare for a great start to your trucking career. Not only that, but everything we offer here at TruckingTruth is 100% free - no strings attached! Sign up now and get instant access to our member's section:
High Road Training Program Logo
  • The High Road Training Program
  • The High Road Article Series
  • The Friendliest Trucker's Forum Ever!
  • Email Updates When New Articles Are Posted

Apply For Paid CDL Training Through TruckingTruth

Did you know you can fill out one quick form here on TruckingTruth and apply to several companies at once for paid CDL training? Seriously! The application only takes one minute. You will speak with recruiters today. There is no obligation whatsoever. Learn more and apply here:

Apply For Paid CDL Training