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Sure I over bought snacks and food for game tonight, who knows maybe I’ll take one more run at supermarket to make sure we have enough? One can never have enough when it comes to a game of this magnitude…lol

Yikes, that would be a tad overkill but then again.

If that was only true.

That was one great game. At least you got to go to the dance that's more than all but one other team can say.

Hey Mike, Best of Luck and keep us posted.

I started with FedEx in 2005 with no CDL experience driving solo for a fleet owner. The truck had most of the equipment required for white glove and I was dispatched several times on white glove runs. One of those things being in the right place at the right time sure enjoyed the extra pay for...

$700 difference be interested in seeing the math to explain. Thanks

In NJ you take the test for HM endorsement then get fingerprinted and have background checked. Landstar does pay extra for HM loads which can be negotiated at an even higher rate with agent.

Just got off the phone with another Landstar solo driver who is now on his fifth load in the last 7 days plus he turned down several loads due to hours and location of drop off. They were all less than 600 miles from KY to IL to MI then back to IL then back to MI over to IL and now in route to...

Getting either 60% or 40% that figure is from truck gross of load. Mind you if the contract you sign with owner doesn’t specify exactly what your % is then you need to write it in before signing. If you don’t understand the wording written in contract than change wording to your understanding...

Thanks to both of you for the kind words they are much appreciated.

Developing a good working relationship with agent/dispatchers can be a tremendous asset when trying to get loaded. Asking questions of agents/dispatchers when their not real busy and have the time can aid in developing that relationship. Always being professional even if other party is...

A guy I’ve known for several years has an uncle who has taken him and 2 other nephews to Super Bowls XXl Giants 39 Broncos 20, XXV Giants 20 Bills19, XXXV Giants 7 Ravens 34, XLll Giants 34 Patriots 31. Now that is an uncle we should all enjoy. Just finished talking with him they are all...

For many carriers this is a slow time of the year plus sitting waiting for loads is part of the expediting experience. Deductions from settlements can be trip pak, qualcomm, unladen insurance, prep**** physical insurance, workmans compensation insurance and others depending on carrier...

From 1999 to 2001 I took time off and decided to do some long distance backpacking a passion I’ve had since childhood. I did 600+ miles on the Appalachian Trail from Delaware Water Gap, PA to Catawba, VA with some side trip added on. From May 24, 2000 to June 27, 2000 I hiked 400 miles of...

For folks who haven't figured out cost per mile or those who would like to refresh their figures here is a link that should assist you Cost Per Mile Worksheet

One driver I got to know over the past few years had a very uncomfortable some what frightening experience trying to cross over the George Washington Bridge.. He was attempting to take the upper ramp as required but was forced to lower ramp due to traffic conditions. Knowing bad things happen...

Ain't that the truth