What NOT To Bring To Basic Combat Training

[@CRAZEDxAssassins]

Who actually unlikes these videos? He’s just trying to be helpful to soldiers shipping out soon.

[@MattWard89]

Some people are having a bad day I guess. hahaa

[@williamreynolds8147]

Haters are gonna hate. They are helpful.

[@keathmueller7826]

Trolls.

[@jamesanderson2731]

I swear that’s crazy 😂

[@anthonysciabarrasi2611]

CRAZEDxAssassins ppl who don’t agree with what he’s saying ig

[@SnowQuaker]

honestly guys don’t be too nervous just remember they want you to graduate

[@ohitsramsey1871]

My buddy is in basic now he was about to be in blue phase 4 people got caught with dip and phones and they had to restart all of basic training..

[@BabyBunch]

Oh It's Ramsey your allowed to have phones after red phase.

[@timfanguy9735]

Not at Jackson

[@TrippyTM]

Wait so no phones ive heard a lot of back and forth on it

[@wc7484]

Well that sucks balls

[@Ingridhubby]

I’ve heard you can bring your phone but they take it from you

[@brandonfluellen1707]

un ringed the bell just to ring it again .

[@MattWard89]

:)

[@feraligatr4206]

In my hotel room right now, I fly to fort Jackson tomorrow morning, thanks for all the videos about basic and what to excpect

[@NextGenAnthill26]

Was gonna be going to basic training soon but mother refused to sign my papers but ill still be going this summer i turn 18 in feb 😁

[@mrjackson3426]

PandAnt is your mother anti military?

[@Assassino275]

@@mrjackson3426 just worried probably

[@JAndersonThe2nd]

Shes afraid for you to proceed in life. Sometime parents try to hold you back but they cant be there through your whole life. Once your 18 break free.

[@debradowling800]

Maybe she doesn't want to sign off on a decision you may regret. I wouldn't sign for my son either, and it turned out to be a good decision. Sometimes mom and dad know what's best for you. NOBODY loves you more.

[@BabyBunch]

Crazy that they allowed smoking and even put packs in MREs before and now forbidden

[@ravenrabbit5557]

Ahh yes the shark attack, ladys and gentlemen i had a pair of timberlands and airforce ones, and 4 outfits when i got off bus to fort jackson i instantly regretted it, lol just dont

[@Mavs363]

I went to basic training almost a year ago to this date... The only thing to bring is the clothes on your back and your cell phone(which will be picked up)! That's what I brought, and made "Shark attack" wayyy better since I had less weight in my bags... Yes buy a black watch to wear it will help with getting up 5-10 mins early! This will mentally prepare yourself for the day, and get ahead of everyone else that's going to shave before PT. DONT BUY THE PX "ARMY" watch...

[@juice9514]

Leaving for basic Sept. 3rd and I’ve been binge watching these videos. Hella nervous and excited!

[@jaredanderson682]

When I went through basic at Benning, we weren't even allowed to have watches until blue phase.

[@commosection]

I went to basic in 1982. Yes alot has changed in the Army in that time BUT the first week from what i seen on utube is basically the same. To my knowledge i didn't bring much just a gym bag with change of clothes and tooth brush and paste and shaving gear. that's it. When you get there they lock up all your civilian stuff until you finish basic. They will give you a cash advance and take you to the PX and tell you what you need to buy like personal hygiene stuff maybe some writing paper to send letters home. Maybe the Army has a lot of freetime in basic but we never had. For example when we were released to the barracks we showered and had mail call. Shined our boots and got our uniforms and wall locker squared away for the next morning. maybe wrote letters that's it. For reading material we were given a handbook called the (Smartbook) which contained all tasks we needed to pass to graduate basic. So every chance we got we studied this and were always singled out once in a while and asked questions about the book and if we didn't know the answer we did pushups or last to eat in the chow line. I'm sure it's similar in many ways today. There is an old saying if the Army wants you to have something they will issue it to you.

[@ronschramm9163]

Amen! I went to Basic in June 1983 and our civilian bags were stowed in a side room off of the DIs offices. We had no access to them until we were ready to out-process at the end of Basic. We kept the hygiene basics, and anything else we needed during basic was picked up at the PX at Main Post. That was a supervised shopping trip with the DIs checking our purchases. The one time we were allowed to go to a club was during Independence Day holiday. Even then, we had to wear BDUs since our civilian gear was locked up. We carried our Smartbooks everywhere, since it fit right into our BDU pocket, and studied it during downtime. If we were not actually engaged in a task, or not using the book as a reference in class, we had it out.

[@bev1618]

Can you bring (and are allowed to keep) moleskin and an anti chafing gel stick?

[@kingmercedesk5118]

What low life would steal from soon to be soldiers🥴

[@jeffeverman2138]

other soon to be soldiers lol

[@MS-pg3mv]

Apparently thieving is a very popular thing to do. Of course this applies to those who've been thieves all their lives. 😞

[@kaneda956]

low lives that enlist.

[@doom4067]

In 2002 they gave me a packing list. When I got to reception they made me buy every single thing on that packing list. When we left reception they forced us to take Louis Lamore books. When we got to basic later that day they confiscated all those books. That might have been my first experience of true army inefficiency. The only thing I recommended is keeping about twice as much underwear as required. And you should bring a G Shock watch to basic. I destroyed a Timex.

[@brunosabino6278]

Actually after basic training u go straight to AIT, I recommend u guys to take some stuffs with u, as headphones, books if u like to read, and other things, so then u don’t need to somebody send to u and save some money!

[@carsons7484]

I know you can’t bring medicine but do you think they’ll let me keep dramamine? Its for motion sickness that I get on planes. It’s not prescription or anything. I don’t want to throw it away and I know they have bracelets for that but I’ll be coming home for christmas so I rather have it because it works faster and I’ve never tried the bracelets before.

[@ggabrielray]

I’m really glad you made this video. I really planned on bringing the clothes on my back, my paperwork and wallet.

[@matthewharris3335]

I leave next Tuesday for benning!

[@MattWard89]

Good luck when you go!

[@matthewharris3335]

Matt Ward thank you! Your videos have helped me so much. You’re the man

[@anthonygutierrez2600]

Thank you very much sure

[@aaronbbx]

So I leave Sunday for ft.sill and I’m so nervous

[@parkourbosstedward5474]

Bring a g shock watch its durable enough to not get crushed its waterproof and has sapphire glass with a cage to protect it

[@alberthernandez5318]

I would just buy a 30 dollar casio.

[@generamos1821]

Leaving in 13 days! Fort Leonard Wood

[@Pscrbaggam]

STAY MOTIVATED AND EMBRACE THE SUCK

[@dspicerj]

Dont bring anything lol I ended up throwing all my stuff out anyway

[@MattWard89]

lol yeah pretty much

[@IA77423]

How about underwears and sucks?

[@21skinsfan]

Im 25 meeting with the recruiter tomorrow, taking the practice asvab im assuming

[@Jason-sc5zq]

Pls help me anyone... I leave in a few weeks, am I allowed to have any anti-itch cream , am I allowed to have icy hot , and also what about Claritin D

[@bigberd2081]

What about a different pair of boots as long as they at AR670 compliant?

[@zachrimstidt]

I head to basic in Nov. When do you goto the Px ? After the shark attack?

[@citorodz5167]

What happens if someone gets caught stealing?

[@annguy5563]

I’m leaving next Tuesday Wish me luck!

[@juice9514]

Good luck man! You got this💪🏾

[@femyves6519]

tomorrow

[@nicolasasta134]

What's dip?

[@LL-zq7md]

Do I really need a towel? Like dont they have that crap there?

[@raymondjin2000]

Would this apply to Army ROTC Basic Camp?

[@danielkliemczak3450]

How prescription drugs can affect you in your meps?

[@Osprey1994]

I was told to bring a charger for my phone so that it doesn't die.

[@dumisatonyjohnson8145]

Do I bring my phone 📱? How do I pay off my phone bill 📝 once I'm away?

[@RSanchez93]

Yes, bring it with a charging bank and enroll your bills on Autopay.

[@billdaley8842]

Can u take a small fan to basic training ?

[@SnowQuaker]

Bill Daley negative

[@Dots.000]

Hey Matt can I bring my cellphone?

[@walcott423]

So i can just bring my paper work and my 50 bucks and be good?

[@Thebigboy641]

Can I bring baby wipes?

[@MalissaWedekind]

Army AntiSuicide prevention Aware A.T.S.

[@zulu1316]

-2 sets of clothes -dopp kit (toothbrush, travel toothpaste, deodorant, razor, small shave gel) -Phone & charger -paperwork -ID & social THATS IT

[@thatnormalgamer6800]

a watch and money

[@jamesedward4283]

Thanks super helpful, ship out tomorrow

[@leewilliams1610]

@@thatnormalgamer6800 how about a fitbit

[@sonny_3033]

@@leewilliams1610 wouldn't recommend that...stolen, broken wasted money, and it's not considered a watch.

[@Patrick12434]

And stamps

[@chegep51]

Perfect timing. I leave in 3 hours for the hotel and ship off tomorrow!

[@DrSanchz]

that one person wow! Where? I’m leaving in 3 weeks!

[@iT3K]

Leave November 21 for Jackson

[@huntercato9096]

Good luck if you haven't left already

[@chegep51]

Going to fort Jackson for 15u

[@juanramirez1364]

Good luck you’re gonna need it

[@ko4gpa]

My son is on a bus headed to Ft. Benning now.

[@huntercato9096]

Hope he does well

[@LubedLightsaber]

Jimmy Cothran hope he’s not getting chewed out as I type this

[@ko4gpa]

Platinum Bars oh I’m sure he’s getting plenty of that.

[@chef9524]

Al-Moroccan яьфэйхвэ Gutierrez адыдфэс Wtf

[@GSWk]

Jimmy Cothran how did he do

[@annalisavalles9952]

Thanks for all the tips Matt they have helped a lot. I'm at the airport right now waiting for my flight to fort Jackson!

[@MattWard89]

Good luckkk :)

[@huntercato9096]

Good luck hope you do well

[@alexandercarnathan7235]

Good luck I ship tomorrow ft lenorwood

[@justicegonzalez2632]

Annalisa Valles leaving to fort Jackson tomorrow afternoon!!!!! See u there!!!

[@tewksburydriver8624]

Have fun, I was there in 1995 Delta 2/39 "war dogs". I'm sure it's changed a lot, but the Army is the Army. Have some fun. It sucks, but it's a good kind of suck.

[@RobynRadio]

Headed to Benning today. 90% nervous, 10% excited.

[@emoryfaber8191]

Good luck man!

[@ko4gpa]

My son just left Jackson headed to Benning about an hour ago

[@huntercato9096]

Good luck dude hope you do well

[@anthonythibault7768]

Change that around brother

[@GSWk]

How did you do

[@Zeno26]

dont pack anything for basic. pack for ait. when your 10 weeks is up and you realize youre not going home and you get to ait youre gonna wish you brought stuff

[@urlocalhoodlum1820]

xyZeno what would you pack for that then

[@stevenmena2370]

I’m in the airplane right now!! On my way to FT Leonard Wood as we speak! 68W Combat Medic Army NC National Guard!! Wish me luck and I’ll be back after Basic!

[@SavagePrey]

Good luck! I just graduated august, its really easy, you got this

[@MattWard89]

Gook luck!!!

[@sierrajones1415]

SavagePrey graduated basic or 68W school?

[@dayteno2452]

68W go to FTLW????

[@stevenmena2370]

I'm Back!! Sorry it took so long to reply back! I graduated AIT! Qualified 68W! Basic was... well basic lol and it was more relaxed in AIT. You still have to study a lot! They cram 6 months worth of EMT material in 4 weeks! Do not let the calmness get to you. Study as much as you can on your off time or you WILL fail National Registry exams (unless you have medical experience already then you should fine). Oh and BTW, there are Drill Sargents in AIT as well, not instructors. Good Luck future soldiers and future 68W's!!!

[@alexandercarnathan7235]

Yah actualy lol I'm leaving tomorrow to ft lenorwood Missouri October 23rd lol

[@hotroddermower]

Alexander Carnathan same here, what’s your MOS?

[@cam-3461]

Ayeee same I’m at the hotel rn, see you there bro

[@juanramirez1364]

Dude I’m telling you sneak your phone in just keep it in your higiene bag!!!!! I went to ft Leonard Wood from May to September and they never check that!!!! Buy a cheap iPod or small phone today or tomorrow at the airport for your own good and you can have your phone the whole time just don’t tell anyone they will snitch you out!!!!

[@terminatorbigfoot9199]

May your soul rest in peace. Hope that you don't get D 31st

[@Kinetic0430]

Have fun at lost in the woods bro, best time in my life

[@drewnester3670]

Should I bring my TV to Basic Trainin

[@mirandas6451]

Also, you can have birth control ladies if any of you need to know.

[@lelandgaunt9985]

Good show!

[@dantemcmillan6337]

Jolly good show

[@Htxracing97]

Why would you even need that lmao

[@mirandas6451]

@@Htxracing97 Several reasons. Birth control isn't just used as a contraceptive. But I understand that men don't understand, the comment was for ladies who might like to know.

[@Htxracing97]

Miranda S well you learn something new everyday and look a little less ignorant

[@lelandgaunt9985]

All I had were the clothes on my back and a small jansport bag I remember when we shipped to basic one of the drills kicked my bag to the next set of barracks in one kick lol

[@puppyful8695]

what if u had something important in it ":o and it broke

[@oplocktv1002]

What did he do? Fucking punt it? 😂

[@dylanbourgard3605]

I just had my NG backpack with a change of undergarments, my phone charger, and letter stationary (I didn't know you could buy stamps at the tropp store yet). Don't take a bunch of stuff, how small it is doesn't matter because ounces make pounds

[@royal-ramirez2749]

They won’t take your charger?

[@grant3728]

Leaving tomorrow morning for Ft. sill and then ft. Huachuca for AIT as a 35F and your videos have helped a lot in preparing for basic.

[@SnowQuaker]

Grant i leave next month for fort sill than AIT for 35F myself!

[@prjndigo]

As of Jan2020 best list I have from a 1SG is "white socks 4, tighty-whiteys 4, phone, charger+cord, backupcharger+cord, SEALED Mitchum unscent roll deodorant, SEALED small pack of disposable razors, tiny hardback notebook 3"x5" or less, watch, backup watch. Notebook, chargers, backup watch will go in bag with phone, local 1SG said a small protective purse/pouch is ok for phone and acc. Deodorant, socks, razors, undies will save you time and a PX trip (and a little money; px isn't walmart cheap but isn't bad) The TSA may take your razors away... they're supposed to be allowed but those guys couldn't get into boot. Sealed bodywash/shampoo 3oz travel size TSA approved OK. Again, saves time/trip. Gum for the trip OK, *surrender it at the yellow line*. Some of you will be flying. If you have the snots bring tissue/papertowel to *surrender at the yellow line*. AND YOUR ISSUED BACKPACK, FOLDER, PAPERWORK, ID, SS CARD. Don't be prissy, you show up with Louis Vuitton and you will never ever hear the end of it.

[@malikjefferson2031]

Again, I leave for Fort Sill, Oklahoma on the 29th so thanks alot man for all your help. Much love, really appreciate it!

[@emoryfaber8191]

Leaving for Leonard Wood same day.

[@malikjefferson2031]

@@emoryfaber8191 good luck to you man. ✊🏽

[@evanwantland7815]

Good luck

[@cheyennenicole1886]

Good luck to you as well!

[@DrSanchz]

I’m going to the same fort but in November 19

[@dantemcmillan6337]

I’m only bringing my charger, phones, wallet with Photo Id, debit card and enlistment orders if my recruiter says so

[@quakingllama2121]

Just graduated basic :)) any tips for AIT

[@cam-3461]

Quaking Llama Congrats! Where were you at?

[@quakingllama2121]

Cam - Fort Jackson

[@OhDefined]

You just finished at 3-60th??

[@quakingllama2121]

Johnny Frost yeee

[@ohitsramsey1871]

I leave for Jackson in a few months how bad was it ?

[@clay113]

Bring as little as possible. Just graduated 8 days ago from ft jackson fox 2-13. Now at ait here at ft jackson.

[@DipityDADoo]

Lol Ihavent finished the vid yet but I can say Bring nothing but travel toothbrush, tooth paste and clothes

[@dpaper7962]

Not even clothes, just undergarments lol

[@majedajaber9064]

I would add do not bring military (especially from high speed units) tattoos.....unless they are from prior service and relevant to that prior branch of service

[@kellieturner6273]

In the Army National Guard, we’re given The Soldiers Blue Book when we enlist. Can we bring that or are we going to be given a new one?

[@EFRAINVILLALOBOS123]

You'll be given a new one that is up to date

[@nerdygamerguy8378]

When I went I packed only my personal hygiene, one set of spare clothes and important paperwork, that's it, in a backpack. Don't be that guy with a travel case because you will regret bringing that on day zero.

[@c.harris3411]

You best believe I’m bringing my bible and reading it every day.

[@bill5467]

i think they give you one

[@nicoo3057]

Can I bring my tempur pedic mattress?

[@kaiwimills6827]

How about lotion

[@gymnastsparkle]

Leaving for Fort Sill tomorrow!!! Your videos have helped so much thank you!

[@mr.sunshine1444]

Why was this cc'd? KZbin please Love the vid as always matt

[@ursulasmith6402]

War and peace 1000 pages, ahh- No!

[@georgekelly7226]

People going to basic training. You will not have no time for personal reading. You not feel like reading. You feel like getting some sleep whenever you can.

[@shmul1748]

Best thing is just bring extra civilian clothes just in case , stamps , envelopes , writing material to write letters, casio G shock watch mudd resistance and water resistance with alrm and night light in them ,wallet ID and 50$ cash in singles , and your paperwork social , birth cirt of kids if you have any , marriage cirt if married etc.. good luck At BCT .

[@jeromenowden4041]

@Matt Ward So, No notebooks with notes like the creed or the soldier song?

[@kurtcobain5813]

My ship date is today in an hour, fort Sill

[@yomamaisaniceperson2707]

Don't be first or last off the bus, keep your head down, have fun!

[@kurtcobain5813]

yomama isaniceperson thank you!

[@evanwantland7815]

Good luck

[@cheyennenicole1886]

What's your MOS?

[@emoryfaber8191]

Good luck man!!

[@jamesfoster7735]

I snuck 3 cans of Copenhagen in on 98 lol

[@juseppi11]

Thanks for all the tips and advice matt! Leaving for Fort Jackson in January. Watched all your vids for info!!

[@hotroddermower]

Leaving tomorrow morning for Ft Leonard Wood, MO.

[@hamhouke]

When I joined the Army they gave you a list. It was easy. If it was on the list, you better have it, or you would have to buy it. If it was not on the list, you had better not bring it, because you would have to throw it away. I think I remember them locking your civilian bag and the clothes you wore there up until you graduated, but it’s been a long time. The point is, they issue you everything you need that isn’t on the list, it isn’t summer camp.

[@johnnyk617]

Leaving tmrw what perfect timing

[@brentclary1298]

Also I leave the 30th for Ft.Sill! 13 Bravo 🇺🇸

[@01olracman]

I can tell you what you can bring. The clothes in your back, extra underwear, extra shirt, toothbrush and tooth paste

[@markboen]

What about bringing insect repellent, extra toothbrush to clean your weapon, Rite in the Rain notebook & pen, KT tape for blisters, and red light headlamp (also considering that the Shark Attacks are gone)?

[@thairice._.]

Is the G-Shock Rangeman GPR-1000 considered to be a smart watch?

[@RSanchez93]

It's not in my opinion because you cant make/receive calls or record or send/receive texts. But, being that it is a high tech, outdoor, expensive, survival watch, I would highly suggest you ask your recruiter about taking that. They might confiscate it at BT because it has GPS tracking and smartphone linking.

[@thairice._.]

Alright, thanks mate :P

[@jonathanhall1278]

Trusting you my guy! I'm on the bus right now to Fort Sill

[@ManuelGonzalez-ol7ip]

Shipping to Jackson the 26th of this month

[@bajdeepsingh7744]

Same

[@justicegonzalez2632]

Shipping to Ft Jackson tomorrow!!! Any advice!!

[@tewksburydriver8624]

Just relax, millions of people have done what you are about to do. I was there in 1995, Delta 2/39. It's miserable at times, but you will forever be proud of yourself. My advice is to take everything you do very seriously and in doing that you will present yourself well and your time will be so much better. Attitude is everything.

[@justicegonzalez2632]

tewksbury driver ur right! Attitude is everything n mine is definitely positive! Thank u I’ll remember this

[@tewksburydriver8624]

Good luck, you will be totally fine trust me. Remember, tough times never last, tough people do. I'm a 42 year old father, my daughter is probably only a few years younger than you, so believe me you will be fine. It's not that hard, one foot in front of the other.

[@manuelisidrovalenzuelalozo7607]

Its been a long journey :( I was supposed to go to Meps tomorrow but now apparently my recruiter got a letter where they are asking me now for blood work so I’m getting anxiety cause it’s been getting longer and want to be an MP so I’m hoping I’ll be able to choose mp hopefully next week

[@Tylerbolen]

1075th. "FuRsT ComEnT"

[@johnwhalen7882]

Hey u finally got it being nothing come to this bar come as u r

[@Christophernorbits]

I certainly took more underwear and socks than necessary, my DS wasn't thrilled.

[@brendanwilson4876]

Should theft be reported to a DI or is just better to shut up and take the loss?

[@christophernava2284]

Currently at the Airport. St.Louis Towards Ft. L-WOOD

[@shilealgrovner7779]

Chris Is Bringing It Back Shipping there tomorrow.Whats your MOS?

[@emoryfaber8191]

Good luck bro!!

[@Topboysointernational69420]

Dude, I just wanna know if I can bring my ps4

[@jordanjohnson8757]

Steven Narine no

[@1nex414]

U wont have time for that? Till u get to ait then u can ...but not at basic

[@isaacsamilpa7021]

What about my Dr squatch deodorant?

[@isyouis5641]

Hey Matt I’m just a young teen looking into the military. I really think it’s right for me but I don’t know if my parents would allow it. Also, I can’t decide if I’d like to be an Army Soldier or a Marine. Any tips? Thank you sir!

[@josephsanders6253]

Hey man, that's up to you. When you graduate high school, you're faced with growing up. Your parents cant stop you. Also if I were you, I would talk to every single branch. I only talked to the marines and army, but I was already set on being a soldier. I feel like I should have talked to the Air Force more just to explore that option.

[@dpaper7962]

If they won't sign for you at the age of 17, go on ahead and wait til you're 18 an then you can sign everything on your own and your parents won't be able to stop you because you'll finally be legal!

[@brettdolgos6066]

Keiki O Ka Mele look into all your options and way them all out. Joining the military will set you up for the future and help you respect life so much more then any other job will make you. You can always go tho college first for a couple years and then join. That way you come in with some rank and also some schooling already done. There’s so many ups and downs to every branch but if you can put up with bs and love to work the military may. Be right for you.

[@jamesfoster7735]

Army and air force have room for advancement. Not sure with the Navy. If you choose to go to the Army, go Airborne! Join the tribe. Best of luck with whatever you choose. Hooah! 82nd Airborne division 3/505.

[@mrjackson3426]

Strength Eighth C Aren’t you the same kid saying you did 70 push-ups in 60 seconds on his other videos?

[@kyliedaly1306]

Can I bring a prescribed acne cream? It’s not in my paperwork but it’s not really a “medication” it’s just like lotion but it’s prescribed to me.

[@RSanchez93]

No, specially if it not in your paperwork.

[@MalissaWedekind]

Theres a bomb on my plane!!!!?#

[@0wthothman301]

Should I bring underwear 😅

[@MalissaWedekind]

First day ,Familiarization!!

[@C_Los_714]

Thanks bro i leave to basic on November 5th