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So you're telling me it can fly backwards? Like Powdered Toast Man? Does it run on Vitamin F?

I don't think that that nasty 4 letter word "need" made an appearance on my post. I'm not hiding anything about this being a comfort based decision, I'm simply trying to find out if I can do this. I also don't need the insoles that I put in my boots, but I still do it.

Since this thread is 6 years old, I'm not going to apologize for this thread jack. When I was at API, I was speaking to a Navy rigger and he told me that we lefties are authorized to have the pencil pocket moved from the left to the right arm, and they would even do it for me at the rigger shop...

Before I start getting random shots in the dark, this is a question in the Marine Forum. No offense to anyone, but last time I asked a question, I got answers dealing with Navy issues that are completely foreign to me. authorized to wear our cammies. This is my situation: I am home on...

Still got one bedroom open. Not the master, but still a sweet set up. Anyone interested?

I've got 2 rooms in the apartment that I'm in now. My roommates have grown up to bigger and better things, and I'm here still. One bedroom is the master bedroom with its own door to the porch with a great view of the water, it has it's own bathroom with a shower and a jet tub and walk in...

Ok, So I'm up here in RI, and I'm in dire need of a fresh cut. Anyone have any idea of a good place to get cut up? I'm thinking there should be somewhere near the base here, but I've got no one to ask. I am partial to a nice Korean Momma San, a la Quantico. Love the straight edge razor...

I didn't mean to come off as seeming unhappy or that I'm only focused on getting shiny things on my chest. I merely was asking a question about the lack of a rifle range here in Pensacola while trying to interject some humor into the conversation. And being technically and tactically...

I dunno man, the Corps is a little shiesty with their pieces of flair. I've seen many a set of wings with just a National Defense Ribbon. It looks so lonely.

No big hurry, I'd just rather have a chance of hitting expert with the pistol. Not that the Distinguished Shooting Cross that I have now isn't cool looking or anything...

Ok, so I've asked around, but no one seems to know the answer. What's the deal with rifle and pistol quals down here in Pensacola? As far as I can tell, there's no rifle or pistol range here on NAS, so what do we do when we need to get back to the range? Do we go TAD to the nearest range? Do...

Cool, thanks guys. I appreciate it.

Ok, so I realize this may win the award for random question of the year, but would the airlines allow an MRE on board in carry on luggage? I would assume yes, there's no liquid in them that I can recall. Someone at home wants me to bring one for Thanksgiving, and I want to try to avoid being...

Yea, motivating High N' Tights. If you're lucky enough to get the "good" barber, SHE may hook you up with a cut where one side is higher than the other.

I may not know too much, being the only salt that I have is from the fries at McDonalds, but every Doc that I spoke to at TBS told us to stay the hell away from quick-clot. We were all told that it does more damage than good. Sure it stops the bleeding, but it burns everything that is wet. And...

So I'm sitting here getting paid to hang out at the beach while waiting for API to start, from the looks of things for us Marines, it's going to be a few months. Are there any recommendations on classes to take or schools to try to get into while I'm waiting? I'm planning on trying to get into...

The removal of the cornea is similar to what they do for PRK surgery. If you get that done, you'll probably be able to get a waiver for it. Before doing anything, I'd talk to a flight surgeon first. You should be or should have already gone to speak to one before you submit your application...

So, today at the last TBS brief on the last test the Major there was a track guy. He said the a nickname for the infantry guys is "Crunchy" because they go crunch under his AAV. Got any other nicknames for infantry guys?

So, I'm currently at TBS (the only place where the gold bars mean 3rd LT) and I've been looking into picking up a firearm. I was wandering around the PX one day, and I saw an awesome Mossberg there. I went back a week or so later, and it was gone. Does anyone know the deal with how the PX here...

"Oh you're just going to sit there and talk when you can see me right here huh boy? I should give you a positive chit for bravery. I should give your parents a chit for having you!" "Only two kinds of people talk on their knees. Hookers and faggots!" "I'm going to fly over there and donkey...

So, I'm currently in G Company here at TBS in the wonderful Quantico Highlands. I just recieved my motivated gas mask, so I'm actually sitting here wearing this whilst typing. But that's another story. There's a huge debate about leave during Christmas, anyone know the deal about it? I...

So I just got to TBS earlier this week, and I saw lacrosse goals set up on one of the fields. Is there a league or do other people play pickup games there? If not, is there a league anywhere around Quantico that I could play in? For those of you who aren't familiar with lacrosse, sport of the...

Well I'm here at OCS 198 too. Just finished week 8, happy to be almost done. It really seems to me that my staff are treating us more like recruits than candidates, we just got our racks dumped again, and it's Saturday of week 8. But that's neither here nor there. I've heard nasty rumors of...

I'll counter that offer: I'll trade you 5 pullups for 3 minutes on the run. The Armstrong workout really worked for me. Aside from doing that, I would just jump up and do a max set any time that I saw anything to do pull ups on.

Yea, these waivers are a hassle, especially with shoulder injuries. I recently delt with something similar, but not as bad. I dislocated my shoulder 7 years ago and never had problems with it again and no surgery. 2 weeks ago I had to drive down to Quantico from CT with my OSO to get looked at...

I've got a question about the board meetings too. I've had my application completed and in since mid February. There was a problem with the waivers and that supposedly got squared away early March. I still have not heard anything about the waivers or the application. I asked my OSO and he...

I actually had this same idea after watching The Replacements with Keanu. He lives on a boat, and if it's good enough for Neo, it's good enough for me right? Only change is that I wouldn't live in that floating tin can. I was thinking something more along the lines of this...

I don't think the fact that he spends nights in hotels is what people are upset about. He's been caught exaggerating on a few occasions. Like this one: And in the show from this second clip, I'm pretty sure he says that if he were to get hurt that he's miles and miles away from any people...

Thanks for all the help guys. I saw the MEPS ortho and he said everything was perfect, I didn't even need surgery on the shoulder. And I am applying to be a Marine! I guess I'll go up to my PRK surgeon and have him do a little write up. Thanks again guys.

So I submitted a waiver for PRK and for a shoulder dislocation that happened over 6 years ago. Both were denied today :icon_rage. I was told by my OSO that I need more documents to send to the doctor to get them approved; what else do I need to send? I send the pre-op and post-op for the PRK...

Well if you just want to get your blood pressure lower, go donate blood for the red cross. You'll be lowering you're blood pressure, and saving up to three lives!

Well, I'm no expert by any means, but yes. I was just at MEPS last week for 2 days and close to 20 hours, which is awesome by the way, but the weight limit for 5'10" is 193, and 5'11" is 197. What happened to me was I went to MEPS and got my height measured and ended up being an inch shorter...

Yea, I just dont think that I'm physically ready to go just yet. I just got off a leg injury and have only been running about a month after 3 months of being laid up. So my run is around 23 mins. My pullups and situps are both maxed out. My recruiter is saying they have alot of guys applying...

Congrats to all who were selected for 197. Sorry to possibly be jacking a thread, but I just have a quick question for you guys, a little advise thing. So I passed my ASTB, and spent 2 days at MEPS. My OSO is trying to push me hard to get into 197. My initial feeling is to wait for 198 in...

Ah gotcha. Makes sense now. Just asking because I'm a Bates Grad myself.

Thanks fellas, really appreciate the incite. On a side note, MasterBates? Is he a Bates College grad? Or is it just a witty name?

Ok, so I just did a quick search to no avail. Please don't crucify me if I missed something on this. So I took the ASTB last week. It was the paper and pencil exam, I took it with the Marine Corps OSO in NYC. So I get a call today from the Sgt there, and he told me that I passed, which was...

I know this is a little off topic, but is there a floor for blood pressure limit? Mine is usually around 110/50. I guess i could fudge it by running to the doc if it is too low.

Well, I just got my PRK on Thursday, and I can't see all that good. So if I misspell something, forgive me. Great Christmas huh, laser in the eyes, and Vics for the party afterwards. Oh, and the bill. Jeez, what a crappy way to spend Christmas. Oh well, Im sure that the ends will justify the...

Anyone hear any recent news about Naval Aviators recieving Lasik? I just heard that it was just done, and want to know if anyone else has any news or information to share about it? I am scheduled to get PRK later this month, just intime for Christmas, but if they are allowing Lasik now, or...

Professors love to make things up and exaggerate things. I once had a prof that claimed that Sachel Paige could throw a 150 mph fastball...

Any one know if braces are allowed during flight school while still on shore?

It's always been a dream of mine to be able to fly for the U.S. military. Now that I have graduated college, I am seeing that dream closer than ever. But after some research, I have developed a few questions. I dont want to bore those of you who deem this useless and mindless banter, so I am...