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How to survive a likely recession

Discussion in 'Questions From New Drivers' started by Gabe2790, Mar 23, 2020.

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  1. Mar 23, 2020 #1
    Gabe2790

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    Hey everyone. I'll try to make it quick, I'm looking for advice or opinion.
    I've been working a seasonal gig in oil all winter that is ending in the coming weeks. With the virus and oil prices, I want to be careful on where I go next. So far I have two things lined up; 1) concrete mixer, and 2) regional flatbed.
    What do you guys think will hold up better if the economy keeps heading on it's current trajectory?
    Thanks in advance!
     
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  3. Mar 23, 2020 #2
    Chinatown

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    Refrigerated trucking. Food, medicine, other perishables must keep moving, even during a recession.
    Are you in Denver?
     
    Chinatown, Mar 23, 2020
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    D.Tibbitt

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    Both are depending on the construction and housing industries , which both take a hit during recession. Im gonna sweat out my flatbed, whatever the future may hold . I think flatbed would be the better option , of the 2 . But reefer is always going to be the best during a recession
     
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    WesternPlains

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    Toilet Paper ... :laughing-guffaw:
     
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    650cat425

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    ^^^^ what he said.
     
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    Chinatown

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    Navajo Express has some "out & back" dedicated runs.
    If they're still available, I remember some turns to Salt Lake City and one to Phoenix.
     
    Chinatown, Mar 24, 2020
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  9. Mar 24, 2020 #7
    Gabe2790

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    Closer to Colorado Springs
     
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    Gabe2790

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    I'll look in to this. Thank you!
     
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    Chinatown

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    Dairy Farmers of America in Greely hauls milk.
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  12. Mar 24, 2020 #10
    Gabe2790

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    Do you know how much verifiable they require?
    I will check them out.
    Thanks!
     
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