So let me ask an obvious question...

1. Flatbedding is a considerable amount more work, and by looking around some of the truck stops, I am guessing a lot of drivers couldn't handle it.

2. Some people proly just don't enjoy it. I know I considered it, but then pictured myself in Chicago in January trying to tarp a load and said no way.

3. Flatbed companies to me seem a little more picky with who they take, and have a much higher physical standard than van companies.

 

I'll say most of those AL flat bed's(Boyd, Hornday, McElroy) pay more because of the less miles.

Barr-Nunn and Heartland would be an example in the van side doing the exact same thing.

 

Depends on what you want out of life. Personally, I'm too old to climb 12 feet into the air and carry 50# and 100# tarps, roll them out, then fasten everything down securely.
But that doesn't mean someone else on the dark side of 60 doesn't want to!
It's more physical, dirtier than dry van, most tankers and refers.
But if it's money only as your prime criteria...go for it!

 

Weather is my reason...It's either too hot, too cold, too windy or too wet for me to want to mess with tarping...To each his own though...

 

It's a lot of work and some would just prefer to hold a steering wheel instead. To each his own indeed.

 

:smt119Some areas do not have as much flatbed freight, some areas do not have as much van freight. Your decision could be based on where you want to run.

 

That is the biggest benefit of it. You will get healthier.

 

Money is a funny thing when chasing the buck in this industry.
Find out what the miles the carrier is averaging. Talk with drivers of that company. (go to truck stops and interview the drivers. Tell them why you're asking)
0.32/mile with 2100 miles per week isn't better than 0.28 with 2800 miles per week.
See where I'm going?
Do what you enjoy. the money will flow from there.