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Forum: Back From Bootcamp 05-28-2014, 12:10 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 78,077
Posted By BubbaGumps64
Hooyah, we graduated the same day!

Hooyah, we graduated the same day!
Forum: Bootcamp 05-28-2014, 12:06 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 75,930
Posted By BubbaGumps64
So, the only time that you will get to use your...

So, the only time that you will get to use your cellphone is for the initial call home. Any other time that you make calls home will be from the payphones at the NEX which require a calling card. You...
Forum: Bootcamp 05-20-2014, 07:45 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 26,490
Posted By BubbaGumps64
The PT actually does prep you for the PFA. You...

The PT actually does prep you for the PFA. You will do a few sustained runs, with an increase in time as you go on. Just push yourself and don't slack off. I shaved off time from my run. Just keep...
Forum: Bootcamp 05-20-2014, 07:38 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 34,971
Posted By BubbaGumps64
It depends on the person. You will get 2 sets of...

It depends on the person. You will get 2 sets of shots. One set during the first week, P Week, and the second set about half way through boot camp. I got 3 shots the first time and 5 shots the second...
Forum: Bootcamp 05-20-2014, 07:34 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 29,770
Posted By BubbaGumps64
Make sure that you know them before you get them....

Make sure that you know them before you get them. It's not required but it will make things a lot easier for you. You will be asked those during inspections and if you get it wrong it's a hit, which...
Forum: Back From Bootcamp 05-20-2014, 07:21 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 116,014
Posted By BubbaGumps64
Thank you! The only basic items that I was told I...

Thank you! The only basic items that I was told I could keep were feminine hygiene products. Other than that you really do send everything home. All that I kept was my civilian glasses, wallet, and...
Forum: Back From Bootcamp 05-20-2014, 06:57 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 116,014
Posted By BubbaGumps64
I haven't noticed any changes in myself. But my...

I haven't noticed any changes in myself. But my parents tell me that I sound more mature and confident then I did before I left. As for doing anything different, I wouldn't change how I did anything....
Forum: Back From Bootcamp 05-18-2014, 12:36 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 116,014
Posted By BubbaGumps64
Thank you. Let me know if you have any questions...

Thank you. Let me know if you have any questions about bootcamp.
Forum: Back From Bootcamp 05-18-2014, 12:34 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 116,014
Posted By BubbaGumps64
The Air Force is different. You don't have a lot...

The Air Force is different. You don't have a lot of personal storage space in bootcamp. The A/B drawers are pretty small and you have to keep most of your stuff in there.

I had my parents bring my...
Forum: Back From Bootcamp 05-17-2014, 04:24 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 116,014
Posted By BubbaGumps64
So my division did Battle Stations on a...

So my division did Battle Stations on a Thursday/Friday. We woke up at 0500 Thursday morning and did Battle Stations that night. On Friday morning we completed it at around 0700 Friday morning. And...
Forum: Bootcamp 05-16-2014, 06:39 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 27,754
Posted By BubbaGumps64
I just graduated today. You will hygiene once a...

I just graduated today. You will hygiene once a day. Typically after you PT, depending on how intense it was. You usually won't hygiene right after in house PT since you really don't sweat at all....
Forum: Back From Bootcamp 05-16-2014, 06:34 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 116,014
Posted By BubbaGumps64
I don't recall hearing anything about this. I had...

I don't recall hearing anything about this. I had to send my phone home the night that I arrived to RTC. But who knows maybe this will happen.
Forum: Back From Bootcamp 05-16-2014, 06:30 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 116,014
Posted By BubbaGumps64
Overall boot camp was a great experience. It had...

Overall boot camp was a great experience. It had it's good and it's bad parts.
Forum: Back From Bootcamp 05-16-2014, 02:44 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 116,014
Posted By BubbaGumps64
Just graduated

Hey everyone I'm back and I just graduated bootcamp a few hours ago. I am open to answering all questions about boot camp!
Forum: Electronics Technician B420, K070, C121 03-16-2014, 11:18 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 37,401
Posted By BubbaGumps64
Hahaha, I get it now. Not a bad joke.

Hahaha, I get it now. Not a bad joke.
Forum: Electronics Technician B420, K070, C121 03-15-2014, 05:43 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 37,401
Posted By BubbaGumps64
What do you mean they can't make phone calls home?

What do you mean they can't make phone calls home?
Forum: Bootcamp 03-13-2014, 08:11 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 24,189
Posted By BubbaGumps64
I believe that PT takes place everyday except...

I believe that PT takes place everyday except Sundays. This is what I was told but I may be wrong.
Forum: Bootcamp 03-11-2014, 10:13 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 58,430
Posted By BubbaGumps64
For older recruits more time is given for the run...

For older recruits more time is given for the run and less push ups and sit ups are required to pass compared to those who are younger.

These are the standards for your age group:
...
Forum: Bootcamp 03-10-2014, 12:14 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 27,723
Posted By BubbaGumps64
If you really feel that you will do better the...

If you really feel that you will do better the second time around then take the ASVAB again. But like I've told other people, keep your options open. Do some research and make a list of rates that...
Forum: Bootcamp 03-09-2014, 08:24 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 27,723
Posted By BubbaGumps64
Whether or not you retest, that is up to you. But...

Whether or not you retest, that is up to you. But I do know that you have to wait 30 days to take it for a second time, like jzhaun stated.

But here is the catch, if you do retest and get a lower...
Forum: Bootcamp 03-04-2014, 12:55 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 574,281
Posted By BubbaGumps64
You will have your hair cut while in boot camp....

You will have your hair cut while in boot camp. You can either get it cut before you leave or let them cut it when you get there. So no ponytails or anything.

From what I've read you may be...
Forum: Bootcamp 02-28-2014, 09:32 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 39,603
Posted By BubbaGumps64
My advice: study rank and recognition and know...

My advice: study rank and recognition and know how to properly identify everything. Know what is on the sleeve, shoulder boards, and collar device for all ranks. Know the titles too. Don't worry...
Forum: Bootcamp 02-27-2014, 12:28 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 33,370
Posted By BubbaGumps64
Actually, I believe that a few years ago a...

Actually, I believe that a few years ago a recruit did die during PT. Then again I believe the article I read said that he had undiagnosed diabetes.
Forum: Bootcamp 02-24-2014, 02:13 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 41,951
Posted By BubbaGumps64
I've seen a few PIR's online and the do have...

I've seen a few PIR's online and the do have people that flip/ throw the rifles around.

I hope this helps.
Forum: Bootcamp 02-22-2014, 12:21 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 153,952
Posted By BubbaGumps64
Well maybe not then. Maybe it's just a...

Well maybe not then. Maybe it's just a coincidence. Just out of curiosity, since you live in Indiana will you be flying to RTC or be taking a bus?
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