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Out With My Trainer

Discussion in 'Millis' started by Harleys4Life, Jun 25, 2013.

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  1. Jun 25, 2013 #1
    Harleys4Life

    Harleys4Life Light Load Member

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    One day down. Got 478 miles in my first day and everything went well, had to let my Trainer drive around New York City, pretty sure I wasn't quite ready for that...lol, just unloaded in Randolph, Mass. And waiting on dispatch for the next load.

    Really happy with the training I am getting and the support I get, not only from my trainer, but from the folks in Black River Falls as well. Made the right choice coming to Millis.

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    Harleys4Life, Jun 25, 2013
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  3. Jun 25, 2013 #2
    TruckerPete1990

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    One day driver your gonna have to drive in New york:) take it slow and leave room people will cut you off and do about 30 over the speed limit. On 95 that toll road that runs new jersey and NY people will do around 80-90 on that road i do about 70 never gotten stopped i follow the flow:D
     
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  4. Jun 25, 2013 #3
    southpaw2153

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    Driving thru the NYC area isn't that bad. Making a delivery in one of the 5 boroughs...:biggrin_25524: Take it from someone who drove a commercial vehicle there for over 12 years.
     
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  5. Jun 25, 2013 #4
    Jrdude5

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    Keep it going good luck
     
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  7. Jun 25, 2013 #5
    db2681

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    The beer dist. in randolph is nice, if you are ever in the Boston area and in a bind and need parking, its a nice spot to know. Also the food truck that comes in the morning and at lunch has decent grub.
     
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  8. Jun 25, 2013 #6
    jbatmick

    jbatmick Road Train Member

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    Sounds like you are doing just fine. Hang in there.
     
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  9. Jun 25, 2013 #7
    sapamil

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    you,ll get there be patient
     
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  10. Jun 26, 2013 #8
    playamwj12

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    Hey! You have my old trainer. Stewart is a great guy, he will teach you everything he can while your with him. This is Michael, I was right behind yall on 81 then talked to Stewart at the Frystown Flying J. Take care, will make sure to meet you next time.
     
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  11. Jun 26, 2013 #9
    jb0305

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    Also first day out... Trainer is great, so far everything has really been above and beyond what I expected. Good luck man.

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  12. Jun 26, 2013 #10
    Harleys4Life

    Harleys4Life Light Load Member

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    I'm sure I will have to drive in NY, lol, this week (per company policy) my trainer has to drive through major metro areas. I'm actually looking forward to being able to "take over the truck" for the test of my training.

    I witnessed all those behaviors you mentioned though, and my trainer gave me the same advice...just go with the flow and lea w yourself plenty of room.

    I always appreciate any advice from experienced drivers. Thanks, Pete

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    Harleys4Life, Jun 26, 2013
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