flatbed driving: for guys only?

Act like a professional and you have nothing to worry about. Most of today's flatbedders CAN'T lift their 8' drop tarps, so just because you have a different anatomy won't cause you any grief. As much as I hate the show and rarely watch it, I see how many here are completely enamored with Lisa on IRT, and that is a good thing for breaking stereotypes. A very good friend of mine has been doing this a long time. She now pulls triaxle RGN and is rarely under 100,000 pounds or 14' wide. Good luck

 

Good luck to you

 

Best of luck! Don't be afraid to ask questions. Most of us are eager to talk about what we know...whether you want to hear it or not.

 

You'l be glad you did, flatbed/open trailer is the only way to go if you want to see a variety in trucking other then loading docks and warehouses. It's not easy work but a challenge you can be proud of going down the road with a cool load. Steel mills are a PITA sometimes but if the $$ is good it beat dealing with lumpers.
Good Luck to Ya!

 

Heck, we even like to talk about stuff we have no idea about!

 

Hell no. If any guy gives you grief just pick up your winch bar and that'll take care of it. Good luck.

 

That's one of the best statements I've read in a long time.. All the best to ya!

 

Are there any ladies here that have been to TMC's orientation? I think they ask you to lift a 120# tarp (from the ground to your shoulder) on the first day of orientation. And apparently they have a physical therapist make sure you're lifting properly with your legs.

I'm pretty sure I can lift it... but it would suck royally to ride a bus all the way to Iowa to find out on the first day that I can't deadlift the stupid tarp.

 

Stop in at a truck stop and find a flatbedder. Ask them if they would let you lift their lumber tarps.