Am I too old

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by gertrudeperkins99, Oct 27, 2019.

  1. gertrudeperkins99

    gertrudeperkins99 Bobtail Member

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    I am 51 years old and was wondering if I am too old to start a career in truck driving I am getting ready to start school
     
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  3. Coffey

    Coffey Heavy Load Member

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    Only time someone to old for trying something new is when there dead

    And good luck
     
  4. x1Heavy

    x1Heavy Road Train Member

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    Not with the airride plush palaces on the road today you are not.

    Many people simply do not meet the DOT medical these days so.. if you do, you are pretty much good to go, with the exception of learning how to handle these trucks in school etc.
     
  5. Chinatown

    Chinatown Road Train Member

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    If you can pass a DOT physical and drug test, you're not too old.
     
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  6. Moosetek13

    Moosetek13 Road Train Member

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  7. gertrudeperkins99

    gertrudeperkins99 Bobtail Member

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    I am sure I can pass the DOT physical and I am not worried about the drug test
     
  8. Dave_in_AZ

    Dave_in_AZ Road Train Member

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    You're only as old as you feel. I'm 54. Some days I feel like I'm 51.

    You will probably do far better than many of the younger crowd, because you have more developed decision making. And will make good choices.

    Being a professional driver is all about good decision making.

    Good luck to you.

    Please let us know how it goes.
     
  9. Chinatown

    Chinatown Road Train Member

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    OK, then go for it.
    What type trucking are you interested in?
     
  10. Hazmat Cat

    Hazmat Cat Medium Load Member

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    The oldest person I put through training was 82. How long he drove after getting his cdl, no idea. I remember his name was Bob tho...
     
  11. gertrudeperkins99

    gertrudeperkins99 Bobtail Member

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    I am still researching my options I know I want to OTR
     
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