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Jesse
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What should I bring to basic training?

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Hello everyone,

I start basic on September 1st and I was wondering what to bring.

The document I was sent says to bring 7 pairs of underwear but doesn't mention socks or undershirts.

Could someone who is doing basic training please tell me how much to pack.

How many pairs of socks should I bring?
How many pairs of pants do I need?
How many sweaters should I bring?
How many shirts should I bring?

You get the idea. Thanks.

Jesse
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Post by bassboyluke »

excuse me mr. canadian, but this is a proper traditional english website and when you say 'pants', we think of underwear not trousers. please use our language correctly, thankyou.
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Post by rabby »

Maybe that's what he meant in the first place? Maybe he wets the bed, you never know. :roll:
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possibly
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Post by Big Papa Hapa »

About proper traditional English...are sweaters and cardigans the same thing; or is a cardigan a type of sweater?
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Post by always go commando »

remember to take your nads, from what Ive heard you'll be needing some.

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Post by Rogue Chef »

Ahoy there!
Apart from the various bits of kit, which are well documented, I always found that a large helping of:
LEADERSHIP
COURAGE
UNSELFISHNESS
CHEERFULNESS UNDER ADVERSITY
and
DETERMINATION
to be really useful.
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Post by LMDAVIES »

I brought lots of socks / underware as you are constantly changing them due to Phys, sometimes up to three times a day. Make sure that they are dark colours and don't bring any whites as they will not stay white..

How many pairs of socks should I bring?
10 pairs

How many pairs of underpants do I need?
14 pairs

How many pairs of pants (trousers/jeans) do I need?

2 pairs trousers/2-3 pairs of jeans

How many sweaters should I bring?

3-4

How many shirts should I bring?

You will stand out like a sore thumb for the first two weeks of foundation as you wear shirt/tie each time you visit the Galley with your name badges. Bring at least 3 shirts with you.

I am in 855 Troop and will start week 11 in a few days. If you would like a chat or any advice then just drop into C Block, Rm 3 - Rct Davies.

Good Luck.
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Post by Jesse »

Hello LMDAVIES,

Thanks for the advice.

Jesse
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