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funkypinner · Joined: 13 Feb 2008 Posts: 4 Location: St.Pete Florida

I joined the army. Basic training is 9 weeks long. No skating there though, after that I can bring my boards to my barracks. I will be in Red stone Alabama for a year after basic training. There I will get to go to school for radar repair. I most likely be the only soldier longboarding to class. They have hills there, should be a great time. I was lucky to land this position. It's a chance for a civilian career I would never have with out uncle Sam's help.
Plus $39,000 for school and a $20,000 bonus. Hard to turn all that down!
My long distance skating got me into the physical shape I needed to inlist.
HOOOORRAAAH!

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pavedwave · Joined: 22 Oct 2007 Posts: 1120 Location: seattle wa usa

well hey that's not something you hear every day. i wish you well on this change of life plans. my dad was a "mustang" in the navy, retired LCDR, before i was even born. he said whoever does it should really take advantage of the educational opportunities / paid tuition, etc...

seriously, be safe and get everything you can out of this experience.
all the best!!

racer128 · Joined: 23 Jun 2008 Posts: 45

good job dude.
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Firedawg · Joined: 28 Oct 2008 Posts: 10 Location: North Carolina

Yes, the military is a great stepping stone if you know how to take advantage of what they offer. I was in the Air Force for 4 years, they paid off my student loans, taught me a trade, and the much needed certifications to land a civilian firefighting job.

Study hard and remember keep all your notes, books, and certifications!

I just wish I had kept my PT mindset, I've already gained 40 lbs ... arrrhhgg! It's hard to change diets exercise regimes at the firehouse.

Wish you all the best!