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Old 05.10.2007
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Myself being 5'9 140lbs, I was wondering how the smaller people handle theirselves at truck stops and such. I know how people can see small size as weakness and try to exploit it. Do you use brain or braun? Does it always work? What are the chances youd get into an altercation anyway?(assuming you didnt start it)
Do you carry anything(weapon) and if so, what is it?
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Myself being 5'9 140lbs, I was wondering how the smaller people handle theirselves at truck stops and such. I know how people can see small size as weakness and try to exploit it. Do you use brain or braun? Does it always work? What are the chances youd get into an altercation anyway?(assuming you didnt start it)
Do you carry anything(weapon) and if so, what is it?
I'm a female,5'5 and well my weight girls don't tell. Anyway when I'm on the truck with hubby. I use good common sense. I walk out in the open ,lighted areas if possible. And park as close as possible to the building.
I've already thought about it. If anyone ever bothers me. I'm going to jump on or beat the nearest truck I can get to. Even if i get a cussing ,I still got someones attention!!

Normally no one bothers you though.
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I've already thought about it. If anyone ever bothers me. I'm going to jump on or beat the nearest truck I can get to. Even if i get a cussing ,I still got someones attention!!

Normally no one bothers you though.

Might not get any attention. Drivers have someone beating on their door more than they care to remember. They just might act like no one is home and not answer.
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Might not get any attention. Drivers have someone beating on their door more than they care to remember. They just might act like no one is home and not answer.
Trust me ..they'll answer!! They are either gonna think I'm trying to steal their load or damaging the truck.
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I rode with my husband a few times and never had a problem.

Although it was always in the back of my head as to what I would do if something should happen.
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