Packing For Basic Military Training 2020 | Air Force BMT Packing List

[@AirmanNick]

All of the items that I packed EXCEPT the Razor, Razor Blades, Compression Shorts, Toothbrush, Toothpaste, Shaving Cream, and Lint Roller will not be used after the first 2/3 days of BMT. The Clothing that i packed is designed to get you through the first 2/3 days and then you should be issued your uniforms that you will wear from that day forward. Please Like & Subscribe! 😄

[@killerswift7268]

Airman Nick My Recruter said to bring enough for the two week quarantine

[@AirmanNick]

killer swift I was just informed to bring enough for 5 days now due to the 14 day quarantine as well, when is your ship date?

[@Efficient_Mango]

I'm leaving Sep 1st but just to make sure, the 14-day quarantine is part of the 8.5 weeks right?

[@AirmanNick]

Energy REFLEX Yes It should be. There has been a lot of updates check out my newest video talking about everything that has changed: kzbin.info/www/bejne/a2G4p5WGnZWMbJI

[@octoniumvideos]

Energy REFLEX yo I’m leaving September 1st too

[@boyzsubz3032]

They issue you socks so you will only wear those for a few days. Also only important info and hygiene products go in your locker. Everything else including civi clothes get locked in a closet for about the entire time

[@AirmanNick]

Thank You For The Info, Much appreciated!

[@tafarip87]

This is a pretty good packing list. I went to BMT in 2015 and your list is very similar to mine. I spent less money there than the others in my flight. At any rate, welcome to the Force. I’ve been in 6 years and will be commissioning soon as a JAG. Try to enjoy the experience as best as you can. There will be some obstacles but I’m sure they’re nothing you can’t overcome. Congrats and welcome to the family, brother.

[@AirmanNick]

That’s awesome man! Thanks for the great comment I just learned about the JAG in my tech school training today! Good luck and thanks I’m proud to be apart of the family!!

[@fab11082]

Thank you for this video! My son is in MEPS delayed entry program. This was helpful as I was anxious about what exactly he could bring.

[@wesleyblanton3464]

I’m in tech school I graduated bmt a month ago

[@jokrzwld]

Waiting on some waivers to be approved, should be back by next week. Then MEPS for the physical. Thank you for all the information on your channel.

[@AirmanNick]

No problem, thanks for watching happy it’s been helping out!

[@peepo-]

I'm shipping out in a couple of days so this video helped a ton. Thank you so much, Nick!

[@AirmanNick]

Thanks and hope all is going good!

[@OmegaRen8]

I leave for BMT in a month and this video has definitely helped me feel more confident of what I need to bring. However, what about tweezers, scissors or nose hair trimmers and so on...are those allowed or something similar sold over there? Don't want to have crazy bushy eyebrows and a nose that looks like a forest!

[@AirmanNick]

Glad you enjoyed the vid, they will supply you with scissors and I’m pretty sure if u brought tweezers you would be fine.

[@guillermorodriguez-fo6xl]

I’m leaving tomorrow 🇺🇸

[@loganmccallum8895]

Yeah my recruiter told me my job and date could get switched. I really hope I get to keep my AFSC!

[@AirmanNick]

Logan McCallum from what I was told everybody is keeping their jobs, just their bmt start date is getting pushed back like 2 weeks because of Covid 19 preparations happening at Lakeland.

[@nickmills8348]

My date got pushed back a week and I was told I’ll be doing 14 day quarantine down there

[@AirmanNick]

@@nickmills8348 When was your original date? and when is your new date?

[@loganmccallum8895]

Nick Mills yeah I wonder if that 2 weeks count towards BMT or if we have to wait until that two week period is over to start basic

[@dmccain3956]

What’s was your original dates? And what’s the new dates

[@KyleStPaul-ne4ut]

Great video ! I ship out next week and was curious if you had an updated packing list ? Since you’ve completed BMT already and especially with Covid I’m sure you would have more of a recommendation as to what to and what not to pack. My main concern is the civilian clothes portion. You mentioned compression shorts; so does that mean I won’t be allowed to use my personal pairs of underwear throughout BMT ?

[@AirmanNick]

Honestly I think what I packed worked out very well, when I got to tech school I had family send me way more clothes and additional items like a laptop.

[@AirmanNick]

Yes you will be issued underwear but I prefer getting yourself black compression shorts and wearing those instead

[@cmscms123456]

For clothes, I only brought an extra, or change pair of underwear, socks and t-shirt. I can wear a pair of jeans for 2-3 days worse case without changing. Unless you are arriving on Friday, your first morning you are going to get issued uniforms. Forget your fancy panties, you can't keep them. You WILL WEAR ISSUED underwear, socks and t-shirts plus your uniform, and THEY DONT CARE IF YOU DONT LIKE IT.... (You could find yourself on the next plane out, with any discussion about your NEEDS) Razors... dont bring those fancy 3-4 blade razors and refills, buy the cheap one blade disposables... reason, you have to thoroughly CLEAN EVERY BLADE in your razor.. (easier to clean the one blade design) Forget 'body wash, hair conditioner, after shave. You will need shave cream, deodorant, simple soap, and shampoo..

[@cmscms123456]

Oh and bring a normal sized bath towel and wash cloth... You will probably only use it once, as you are issued AIR FORCE towels etc also.

[@kirkdarling4120]

Lord, this is all absolutely true.

[@aden3986]

I am 15 and I was looking at this video so I can be in the military in the future

[@cstorres9383]

Good luck bro, I’m enlisting in a few months

[@aden3986]

@@cstorres9383 you to man

[@jaeboi9749]

same

[@DDDiego]

I never wanted to join the military mainly because I thought I was going to die but now I want to. I’m going to be in my final year of high school so I think I’m going to enlist after I graduate

[@aden3986]

@@DDDiego well that’s good to hear

[@pgh45rpms]

Not so sure about packing aftershave. When I went through basic, aftershave was contraband because of alcohol content.

[@AirmanNick]

They didn’t take it away maybe I was lucky, they took the tums and that was about it.

[@keenporo8532]

Shipping out April 13th pretty excited for it.

[@nrgbladex7670]

I know I'm late but good luck!

[@KennySpeaks180]

Thank you for this vid! Super helpful 📝

[@mcoleman6834]

Toiletry kit, phone and charger, a little money, your wallet, your orders, and the clothes on your back. When it comes to packing for basic, less is more. Good fortune to you.

[@AirmanNick]

Thanks for the advice!

[@mcoleman6834]

@@AirmanNick have your orders been changed?

[@AirmanNick]

M Coleman currently delayed atm because of this virus, word is that everybody got pushed back by 1 week.

[@mcoleman6834]

@@AirmanNick Stay focused, stay prepped, and be patient.

[@glennbrymer4065]

Damned GOOD advice!!! The military WILL provide the recruits with what they need. If y'all want to prepare... Then start your physical training BEFORE you go to BCT. It is basic COMBAT training. Not a social gathering summer camp! Thank you to all who volunteer to serve in America's military. God bless America. Retired US Army 69/71 GO Army!

[@prestonpowell2487]

I think you’d make a great restaurant worker. Specifically a pizza guy!!

[@AirmanNick]

preston powell haha thanks Preston, been there and done that as you know!

[@prestonpowell2487]

lol well good luck to you man!! You’ll do us proud

[@jordanreid2672]

Amazing video… I have a question on studying. Did you use the ASVAB for dummies and youtube or other apps to help you score good on the test at MEPS/METS?

[@Dman03_]

They are both free and you don’t need a subscription for either one

[@Dman03_]

Also look some stuff up on KZbin and apply it to the question you get on these apps

[@iamroydg]

Study more on Mathematics & Arithmetics. Go back to basics. 😉

[@AZBran]

GoodMorning Nick I seen you said you brought your transcripts to ensure you were an E3. Curious did you end up needing any of that or was it honored ?

[@Kdunk182]

I can’t find it, but does anyone remember the video Nick did about qualifying for the Marksman Ribbon at BMT? I remember him saying something about how he did the farther targets while laying down, then the larger ones kneeling. I want to rewatch his tips but can’t recall which video of his it was in

[@AirmanNick]

I marked it private Kevin because the CATM instructors were getting mad at me for having it up lol.

[@Kdunk182]

@@AirmanNick haha noooooo! Understandable though. Guess I’ll go off memory, to hit the smallest targets while laying down , then work towards the easier targets last😅 Also, thanks for the content man. I’ve been watch for over a year. I’ve had a long process, trying to commission, with boards canceled for two years. So I’m FINALLY getting ready to book my job, I should find out this week or next, and if I book, I’ll ship 9 November. I’m super excited and feel beyond prepared due to content like yours. Thanks man! Are you out of Tech School now? I remember you had like a 5+ month long Tech School

[@AirmanNick]

@@Kdunk182 yes sir at my first duty station in Florida, thanks for watching the content and I wish u the best of luck on your journey! If u have any video suggestions I’m thinking about creating more content just shoot them my way!

[@Kdunk182]

@@AirmanNick I’ll definitely be sure to send you ideas/questions for future videos if they arise. And thank you very much!

[@christiengrayson9483]

Love the videos keep it up

[@AirmanNick]

Thanks I appreciate it

[@josephgregoire5907]

Wassup nick where did you get them small travel size bag

[@elizabethfrawley9512]

Did they make you throw out the bandaids? Cause I have a whole Tupperware container with like 100 bandaids in it and neosporin as well as moleskins and am wondering if it'll be allowed.

[@AirmanNick]

No they actually let me keep them but I guess it could be different based on the MTI

[@elizabethfrawley9512]

Airman Nick thanks for answering so quickly. I've just finished packing my bag and was just making sure I didn't need to take anything out. What about razors that dont have a detachable blade? Can we bring them on the plane if they are in the original packaging?

[@AirmanNick]

@@elizabethfrawley9512 I don’t know I did not bring any razors like that, I brought a razor with detachable/changeable blades.

[@Alwaysbusking]

Why are the Tums a problem? I’m really hoping on taking some over the counter Flonase to open my breathing passages , why would anti-gas or anything over-the-counter be revoked?

[@cottoncandiez8872]

From my understanding you can't bring any otc medication

[@patrickemery5077]

So shirts for regular use. Not for sleeping but the shirt you are aloud to wear on your freetime in tech school. What do I get? All I have are shirts with big logos and I leave next tuesday

[@AirmanNick]

Shirts and all other clothes I brought I only wore for the first couple of days then it went into a closet until tech school. When you reach phase 2 in tech school you can wear it whenever you want but in phase 1 only allowed to wear civilian clothes in ur dorm!

[@anthony-ji8ob]

Did they let you wear your adidas? My recruiter told me if we brought shoes they needed to be just plain black.

[@AirmanNick]

I brought plain black shoes but had people in my flight with blue shoes, yellow shoes, red shoes everything lol they did not care at all was your decision

[@peanutbutter1562]

Mr recruiter said wait until my first duty station to get my college transcript sent to then sealed

[@siqicheng8246]

Hello Nick! My boyfriend is in the basic training now and still has 25 more days. I am so excited after I heard he would have a long phone call on Thanksgiving day in you another video! But I also want to ask if he can get his phone back and keep it himself then after graduation. I am just curious about every chance I can get to contact with him lol. Thanks!

[@AirmanNick]

I know they give a longer phone call on Christmas I’m unsure how long it will be on Thanksgiving. But after graduation he will always be able to contact you and have his phone at tech school.

[@siqicheng8246]

@@AirmanNick Thank you so much!

[@colts2432]

I heard about the tight whites under wear, When it come to the showering, Are there seperate stalls and a curtain or is everybody in one big room. and do they allow you to keep your compressions on if you do go shower ? Nobody doesnt talk about this at BMT lol whats the deal wit showering. I hear the army has private stalls and curtains lol, Whats the air force deal lol

[@AirmanNick]

Air Force is all together in one big shower. It’s weird at first but you get used to it you’re more concerned with getting yelled at then being naked lol

[@scottypull-up8214]

Sounds like you’re insecure bud hope it gets better lmao

[@colts2432]

@@scottypull-up8214 dude u wasted seconds of your life to write that smfh get a life

[@romellodotson1084]

With the jeans do u have to bring tshirts as well

[@AirmanNick]

You can honestly pack shorts if you would like I just chose to wear jeans thought it would be better, but for the most part just pack about 3 outfits just incase your in-processing doesn’t go as fast that way you have something to wear. Once you get issued your uniforms all of the stuff you brought will be thrown into storage until you leave.

[@lastpersona-user2975]

Am I supposed to bring more civilian clothes and hygiene products for when I first get there because of the pandemic? I had a zoom call a few days ago but I forgot the little details of it.

[@AirmanNick]

I was told to bring extra clothes because their should be a 14 day quarantine process once I get there. Not sure when your ship date is or if they will still have that going on when you ship out though.

[@lastpersona-user2975]

Oh yeah I remember them talking about that now thank you and they also said it was like a 40 pound limit. I think that 2 week quarantine will still be there when I get there because my ship date is on May 26

[@AirmanNick]

Ultimate Hope Yes there is still a good possibility there will be a quarantine period when you get there, You’re welcome and good luck! Please Subscribe & Like!

[@lastpersona-user2975]

Alright man thanks again for the insight and sure it's the least I can do. Good luck man

[@iEatMunsters]

Can we get an update with covid related items that would be useful/not useful now? Great content Nick!

[@AirmanNick]

Thanks for the idea will consider it!

[@ethanhiggins4887]

Watching this before I leave April 6th. Pretty crazy I'm leaving a year after you. Curious if you got to keep the tums or shaving cream since its aerosol. Im lactose intolerant so I'm expecting a *shitty* experience if I cant bring supplements lmao.

[@jadendeboy8745]

I leave tomorrow too

[@ethanhiggins4887]

@@jadendeboy8745 Dope, ill see you there.

[@jadendeboy8745]

✊🏼

[@jadendeboy8745]

@@ethanhiggins4887 where you coming from slime

[@DraytoN]

Do the shirts you have to bring have to be completely plain? Or can they have a designs as long as it's not crazy?

[@AirmanNick]

You could wear shorts with designs will just stand out more.

[@CiroN1221]

So I'm only allowed to bring 1 bag? . I can't have a carry on and a check in bag?. Great video btw! 👌

[@AirmanNick]

MellowJello21 you can have both but in all honesty it will be way easier for you to just bring one bag like I showed in the video. Some trainees had a carry on and a checked bag and it was just an extra hassle for them. If your tech school is gonna be like a year long I would bring 2 bags.

[@CiroN1221]

@@AirmanNick Sweet! Thank you so much! I ship out Monday and I'm very excited! I'll definitely just bring one bag, I don't need to go through to much hassle. 🙏🙏

[@AirmanNick]

MellowJello21 awesome glad to hear it, best of luck at BMT! I just graduated last week and it was one hell of an experience lol. Just remember “Sir Trainee” before every reporting statement lol

[@Daddyvader7]

@@AirmanNick Tech school you can just go out and buy more stuff you need. Its like a college dorm bring the essentials and buy clothes there or amazon in tech school

[@truebeatz8200]

I know this was 2 years ago but did your bag qualify as a carry on or did you have to check it in?

[@trellisong]

Good day sir. Quick question. was your shaving cream allowed at bmt? i got the same thing but i just want to make sure its allowed so i dont have to throw it away at bmt.

[@AirmanNick]

Trellison George yes it was allowed

[@trellisong]

Thank you sir

[@VirenRabago]

how do I study for the ASVAB?

[@CaptJackPal]

Question: your college transcript is it of classes you have completed or proof of a degree? I do not have a college degree but I have about 52 credits.

[@AirmanNick]

Capt JackPal of my completed classes. So pretty much proof of my credits.

[@HunterShaw]

You have enough for E-3. You must have completed at least 45 college credits to receive the rank of E-3. So, you have enough and I'd get those transcripts.

[@stevejobs3496]

What type of razor did u buy? Can u provide a link?

[@AirmanNick]

Gillette Proglide is what I bought and used while at bmt

[@stevejobs3496]

@@AirmanNick I leave for BMT in 31 days. I got a wisdom tooth out 1.5 weeks ago. Do u think this could delay anything?

[@AirmanNick]

@@stevejobs3496 no I do not think so that’s far enough so shouldn’t affect you

[@michaeljohnson2524]

Do you have to put stuff in a quart bag for flying?

[@jeanrodriguez8900]

The duffle bag u used is it the nike brasilia 61L ?

[@frankiehernandez1350]

Hey man one question: Why do you have two transcript? Because I have one (AA) but I'm finishing my BS (criminal Justice) this semester spring 2021. Do I need both my Transcript for AA and BS.

[@AirmanNick]

I have it just incase I needed it at meps and when I got to my first duty station. But one should be enough.

[@frankiehernandez1350]

@@AirmanNick thanks for the clarification!!!

[@marcoa5463]

Will it matter if the compression shorts have a logo on the waist band(Nike symbol,Nike lettering etc…)?

[@AirmanNick]

I do not believe that will matter

[@OmegaRen8]

Hey Nick, how important is it to get the clipboard? Should I buy one at the BX when I get there?

[@AirmanNick]

My MTIs supplied us with them so I never bought it, it’s all personal preference if you need it or not. But you don’t 100% need one you could get by without it.

[@OmegaRen8]

@@AirmanNick Thanks for all the tips, I head out this Monday!

[@vincejass6411]

Hey, i know that this is from long time ago, but i just have one question. I leave for bmt in a few weeks and the app you mentioned required us to bring travel size shamppo/conditioner and travel size toothbrush/toothpaste. However, is I read the description on the app, it says that we will be issued with these stuffs. So, my question is what if you dont bring these items with you to go bmt??

[@kirkdarling4120]

Check with your recruiter to figure out your first actual "duty day" after you arrive that you'll get uniforms, including underwear, issued to you. That day you'll also go shopping for your toiletries...and they will give you a list of what to get. Don't wear anything, don't bring anything more than it takes you to get to the first day that you'll be issued your Air Force clothing and make that first toiletry purchase. Be prepared to throw away everything else. Actually, they'll put that stuff into a store room and you won't see it again until you leave Basic Training...it's better not to have brought it at all.

[@samroth1044]

Thanks for all your videos man, great help! Did they allow jeans for the first couple of days or are they strict about having plain black pants?

[@AirmanNick]

Sam Roth maybe the first day or 2 it was alright then they assaigned us PT gear eventually and we wore that until we got our uniforms

[@samroth1044]

@@AirmanNick Jeans it is. Thanks brother!

[@mai_cruz]

What size is that duffel bag?

[@AirmanNick]

I believe it is 20 inches. I don’t know for sure but that is around the size.

[@nplace4594]

Is there a specific sock length/ color type that is required during BMT? Also what type of socks do they issue to you? They make us wear any type of white socks during DEP. I want to make sure I prepare with the right socks when I pack for BMT. Thank you!

[@AirmanNick]

They will issue you white and green socks so you honestly don’t have to worry about packing that. You use white socks in your PT gear, and green socks in your OCPS.

[@elliottroca]

What about sun block or mosquito/bug repellent

[@AirmanNick]

ell r they will supply you with all that while there.

[@marklyons7926]

Is the travel sized aerosol shave cream allowed?

[@AirmanNick]

Yes the shaving cream I brought was allowed and they even sell it there

[@116Gaming77]

Would boxer briefs work? Also I have multiple disposable razors is that okay?

[@AirmanNick]

I don’t think so they will either make you wear what they supply you with or you have the option of compression shorts. I’m not 100% sure on the disposable razors but I’d like to say you could probably bring them

[@oohyeahluis]

can you take a copy of your birth certificate or the actual certificate?

[@AirmanNick]

You need the real one from what I was told

[@AirmanNick]

Meaning no copy the actual certificate

[@wood2rising302]

Can you give some advice on female packing ？ thank you

[@Wasted1249]

I have 2 phones and a iPad. Should I bring it or leave it at home?

[@orionstimpeljr1350]

Any fellow reservists who went through the D&TF?

[@coreyphillips3341]

Besides the clothes were you able to keep everything else the whole time?

[@AirmanNick]

Corey Phillips for the most part I was able to use it all, except the tums lol

[@coreyphillips3341]

Airman Nick Good deal excited about the compression shorts 😂

[@ricsoav6874]

Hey nick! What about shaving cream? I found small travel size shaving cream cans. But the app says no aerosol?

[@AirmanNick]

They allowed me to use mine that I brought but they will also either supply you with shaving cream or give you the chance to buy some within your first days at bmt.

[@ricsoav6874]

@@AirmanNick sounds good! Did you get Yelp at for that one? Just curious

[@AirmanNick]

@@ricsoav6874 no sir

[@pausang7900]

Can I bring electric trimmer instead of razor?

[@QhayabusaQ]

Sunglasses, laundry markers and coats hangers .

[@aquamama8382]

Can i bring a small notepad with numbers or stuff to take notes?

[@AirmanNick]

Yes you could I believe

[@aquamama8382]

@@AirmanNick thanks for the reply, it’s been a lot more comforting seeing you talk about this stuff before i go. helps me know what to expect

[@AirmanNick]

@@aquamama8382 I’m happy to hear that, thanks for watching the videos appreciate the support!

[@quiyetbrul5410]

Did they ask for your college transcripts again?

[@AirmanNick]

Quiyet Brul Yes at meps on my ship day they did. Check out my most recent video it’s in it.

[@bangbangninergang5133]

I got a carry on luggage did I mess up

[@AirmanNick]

No, you should be fine.

[@wyomonty]

Can u bring like 2 pairs of shoes?

[@AirmanNick]

You could but it may be a lot to set up under your bed everyday, u could always get it shipped to you at tech school

[@wyomonty]

@@AirmanNick Alright. Thanks bro!

[@togo5834]

Update video pls

[@chunkacb]

what’s the policy on running shoes? do you bring ur own?

[@AirmanNick]

If you want too you can, they will give you a pair either way at bmt.

[@chunkacb]

@@AirmanNick do they have to be a certain color?

[@AirmanNick]

@@chunkacb I would do black.

[@glennbrymer4065]

Lmao!!!!! In 1969 I left for Army BCT. I took nothing. Just the clothes I was wearing.

[@Amjlove]

Are you able to carry that bag on the plane ?

[@malcolmxraw1342]

What about single blade razor?

[@AirmanNick]

Mr. X I would bring a regular razor with changeable blades. But if your joining the army they have different rules.

[@malcolmxraw1342]

@@AirmanNick I have a single switch blade with changeable blades. Probably dont matter. Hopefully I could buy shave gel instead of the cream when I get there

[@VersaceKid]

Mr. X considering that meps took my safety razor away I’m guessing it’s the same in your case.

[@malcolmxraw1342]

@@VersaceKid Ima need me a shave waiver then

[@VersaceKid]

Mr. X you and me both man.

[@snowman1284]

should you bring a laptop

[@lydiabrooks3406]

What kind of after shave?

[@Vz481925]

What about shower shoes?

[@AirmanNick]

They give you some to wear.

[@evanturner7880]

If Reviewbrah enlisted in the USAF

[@ebonysowhatchonameis6163]

Thank you

[@ryanxiong2258]

Instead of pens can you bring pencils?

[@AirmanNick]

I would try to bring both

[@carlkpsplucky5554]

How about compression underwear?

[@AirmanNick]

If they are black they were allowed to be worn

[@jadendeboy8745]

I lost my contract wth do I do

[@AirmanNick]

Ask your recruiter for another one to be printed out I suppose

[@pinoypooltv]

Hello, which one goes first, BMT or ASVAB?

[@csmajor6141]

Asvab

[@humbertmares]

i'm going 2 bmt in 72 hours 😅

[@truebeatz8200]

Did you get to keep the tums?

[@AirmanNick]

No

[@AngelRamos-mq5gf]

Can you bring lotion if you have eczema?

[@AirmanNick]

Yes

[@tiktokhuci2321]

Where are you from ?

[@calmdownkris7196]

You shouldn’t give me razor blades 😬 🩸 🖐

[@AirmanNick]

😳😳😳😳😳

[@trucknz7158]

Hey bud whats your mos

[@benolson2692]

I am leaving tomorrow can I bring my own underwear, nothing fancy but the design that is comfortable to me?

[@mplamobile15]

Goodluck man I ship next week see you there

[@AirmanNick]

Only can wear Black compression shorts or else they gonna try to make you wear the underwear they give you at bmt.

[@pirat3d]

Airman Nick What brand compression shorts did you use or recommend? And how many should we bring?

[@dawsonowens1207]

How did it go?

[@AirmanNick]

Everything worked out very well.

[@dawsonowens1207]

@@AirmanNick awesome what do you do?

[@elliottroca]

Would you bring anything else that you didn’t bring? Can you bring a lighter?

[@Asian4days]

Lighters are not TSA approved, I don’t think. Also, you’re not allowed to smoke at BMT or anytime you’re in your uniform

[@elliottroca]

Asian4days -.- lighter would be to burn stings off the uniform. Pretty sure I can fly with them but I’ll double check. I don’t smoke 🚭

[@chrisramirez3058]

You can dress like that going to bmt? Lit

[@nate7319]

could I bring a hat?

[@travispfeifer1979]

Haha he probably got yelled at for the aerosol

[@AirmanNick]

Nope

[@mgr1356]

I’d bring less then that

[@speedorhei]

It’s says bring ladies deodorant why is that

[@kelvinmann7993]

I wonder if he realized that while in BMT, you're barely even E1. Basically just trash. Ranks don't matter for us until we leave

[@rixmean9448]

Is it true you'll have to shave the whole body and they'll strip you down and check? 😳

[@stephenbeth6843]

Running shoes

[@kirkdarling4120]

This is laughable. My recruiter (SSgt Roy Rogers, absolute truth) told me to bring a bare minimum, and nothing I would mind throwing away. I was going to get to Lackland AFB on Friday night, so I'd have to go through the weekend before being issued Air Force clothing and toiletries that Monday. Under his advice, I took the clothes on my back (stuff I didn't mind throwing away), a couple of changes of underwear, and very basic toiletries to wash and shave...the cheapest stuff to get through the weekend, as though I was taking a flight and got laid over in Dallas for a couple of days. That Monday the Air Force issued me everything they wanted to have and told me what toiletries to buy at the Base Exchange. Every item of clothing they gave me and every item of toiletry had a specific place to go in my locker. Everything is subject to intense inspection, and anything unique in your locker is just bait for problems. You don't want your own stuff. Don't wear your expensive sneakers. Don't carry a bunch of expensive toiletries. Don't take your own underwear. Be prepared to toss everything you brought within a couple of days, because you're going to get issued or be able to purchase (cheaply) everything you need and want to have. And you don't want to have anything more than you need, because it's all subject to inspection and causing your problems.

[@JohnDoe-tt6bh]

Tums go byebye

[@AirmanNick]

Yes byebye real quick

[@ankit_singh_dadwal]

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[@rippedraccoon2544]

You under packed