Driving the big-rigs in snow and ice

That is why I don't go to chain law states in the winter. I am not chaining. What kind of time am I gonna make at 30 mph anyway???

 

Yeah isnt that the truth eh? Found myself on some sketchy roads in PA and WV many times, out back roading when I shouldve stayed to the big road. Worst was in pa though.

 

Go here and show us where OR requires chains all year.

CO has a very strict chain law....particularly on I-70 between Sept 1 through May 31....

 

Hey brink; how is that new gig working out?

 

Not to bad, liking it alot. Starting to slow down a bit so im sure in about a month ill be getting laid off. Debating on if I should go otr in the winter.

 

I never classify myself as brave. I have worked for co's like maverick where I got fuel bonuses and would often go the shortest route to get the the bigger bonuses. I no longer get fuel bonuses, but I still cut thru the woods when I can, I like taking the woods route to get there, but sometimes it is better for me now to run the main roads. I factor in a lot of things before I route myself.

 

I have done that exact gig before. That is a seasonal job depending on where you live. I would make good money in the summer and starve in the winter. Keep this in mind. If you stay off the road more than 6 months you will either need a refresher or ride with a trainer or both.

 

I didn't say there wasn't a law saying that you have to carry chains. I said there is no law saying that you have to put them on... A good truck driver will automatically know when they are in inclement weather... And turn either their CB radio on or find a local radio station to find out what the weather conditions truly are. If you do that, you will know far enough in advance so you can pull over to take your nap before you get into a chain up predicament....