Noob Rant to the Old Guys

Discussion in 'Experienced Truckers' Advice' started by Wharf Rat, Nov 26, 2011.

  1. canuck in da truck

    canuck in da truck Road Train Member

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    i really dont care if a person is a seasoned vet--or a wet behind the ears rookie--ite butthole ones i cant stand--and they vary in expirience
     
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  3. Colorato

    Colorato Road Train Member

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    In my class I was the youngest out of 15. I'm 31.

    It's always gonna be the newer (not necessarily younger) generations fault. All you can do try and make things better one day at a time.
     
  4. tirednaz

    tirednaz Heavy Load Member

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    Old way is slowly disappearing and fighting to stay on top. The new way is trying to prove it can be done and race to the top.
     
  5. LaBubba

    LaBubba Light Load Member

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    to answer that I may need to clarify-Most truck drivers are no better or worse than they were 26 years ago-the 4 wheelers are much worse and need to hang up and drive as some truck drivers do:biggrin_2559:
     
  6. dancnoone

    dancnoone "Village Idiot"

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    If your truck is slower than mine. We are in a world of #### !

    And I'm living proof :biggrin_2559: I make it a point to hand somebody the hammer at least once a day.

    Are you using a coke bottle, or a washer fluid jug?

    When most of us speak of the "new breed" aka new generation. It's a blanket statement that does not consider age. It's a whole list of things.

    Most of it has to do with training, experience, and technique.

    For me the lack of situational awareness will give a new guy away, faster than anything.
     
  7. d o g

    d o g Trucker Forum STAFF Staff Member

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    I've had a commercial license for over 30 years and that certainly isn't my observation.
     
  8. Injun

    Injun Road Train Member

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  9. Scott101

    Scott101 Medium Load Member

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    Hey Driver, If someone is talking smack while you are trying to back, ask for help!

    If they don't help, it will probably at least shut them up.
     
  10. canuck in da truck

    canuck in da truck Road Train Member

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    or else back in right beside them--that might get some help in a hurry
     
  11. tirednaz

    tirednaz Heavy Load Member

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    Get out with a white cane and dark glasses on:biggrin_25524:
     
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