Please don't get bored of making these videos because I (and I assume many others) do not get bored of watching them. You're living my dream and it's fun to watch, I even get to learn stuff while watching. Just got my commercial permit, working on getting some classes set up, then I gotta get my money up to get started.
Truck stop load board, basic level has a 1 minute delay, switch to pro level an you get to see loads immediately instead of one minute delay. Hope this helps Alex.
Sorry about the tough week man. I can't even imagine how it's going to be for a new MC rolling out but push through. Good weeks, bad weeks. It'll all workout. I was going to ask about the rod you used but saw you mention that it was from the shipper! Next week will be better bud.💪👍 On your 34 hour reset, do you ever unhook and venture out in your truck? I guess that would be logged as personal time. Thanks for always responding to my questions.👍
@@alvinmann7675 Thanks! Usually it’s not this bad but going out west is always a risk. West coast is always slow for loads. You have to go there with a good paying load because chances of being stuck are very high. New MC shouldn’t be bad. Big companies will work with you. I did ok when I first started. Better than expected. On my 34 hour reset I always unhook. Go to the gym, eat, stores. You’ll go crazy if you spend your time at the truck stop.
@@son_of_oñate Thank you! My dispatcher does all of they for me. I just keep an eye on the boarding case I see something then I’ll call or send it to my dispatcher.
Alex-here is another suggetion . Why not get in touch w/ the big rental companies-like Sunbelt/United rentals about moving some of their stuff? They are always transferring stuff from one location to another-especiaaly when they have big plant shutdowns/downtime. Might take some phone work, but still-might fill in ur gaps. Be safe!
Oh man Alex. I feel for ya. I fell for a excellent load to southern OR. Got stuck up there and ended up dead heading 400 miles for a cheap load out. Great video on chaining and strapping as always!
Hey Alex nice to see u again, ur right man utah/colorado are dead zones the same up here in ND I'm doing my reset here getting unloaded tomorrow monday but everything is kind of slow here too so patience bro try heading to central states and be safe out there.
Hey Alex!! Sometimes you have too take the bitter with the sweet. Go see Mom and Dad, and regroup!! You should get a load out of there and run Midwest. Run route there. You're get more loads that way!! For a week then start the following week working you way home!! Work where the loads are!! You could see how that goes!! Good Job though Bro!! Ken!! Oh!!👍🏾✌🏿
I run alot to cali and always get out of there. A few times i ran south to north and back south. for 2 weeks!. I take a big payer and plan on spending time out there until something good comes out.
@@diannaallmaras3540 I am not a fan of going to Cali. Nice place but not for trucking. Traffic is awful, truck stops are rare and fuel is outrageously expensive.
Hey brother Alex!! That opening drone footage was amazing. You might need a lapel mic for when you’re driving. The voice was kinda low in those scenes. That was a great suggestion about the rental companies. I know you’re all over, but maybe calling ahead of time to let them know you’re in the area in an allotted amount of time could pay dividends if a good paying load takes you that way again. Thanks for the food ideas as well. I’m always looking for something new to try! That truck stop food just doesn’t pan out most times. Stay safe bro! Enjoyed this one. Already subscribed to the other channel as well!! ❤✌🏽
@@lenpellerin Thanks Len. Unfortunately GoPro doesn’t support a lapel mic. I have my other camera that has the wireless mic but can’t use that camera for work videos. I might upgrade the GoPro for a DJI that supports wireless mic. I do know the volume isn’t the best on GoPro especially while driving for some reason. Appreciate your support and thanks for supporting my new channel too. New content is on the way.
I haven’t been to there yet but I pull reefer out of California and the same thing happens to me the moment the loads post their gone I was told dispatchers that have an office with that fiber wire crap its so fast that they see the load up to a few mins before we do per using our phones or laptops at truck stops ect…
Hi Alex. That really sucks having to run empty. As you know its also hard to get anything out of Florida too when you leave home. Is it possible to put some sort of surcharge on shipments going to bad areas to cover yourself?
@@richardbarkley9909 unfortunately you can’t put a surcharge. It’s hard to get a decent rate from the broker as it is from certain areas. I went to an Utah with a good rate but not good enough to leave empty and lose half a week. Oh well. There will always be bad weeks. Can’t always have good ones.
Alex appreciate the honesty, it’s not always rainbows and sunshine out there. Sometimes it’s thunderstorms and heavy rain literally and figuratively. Got to keep grinding. Have you been to Washington and Oregon yet and are they as bad as Utah?
When I was doing hotshot it was really hard to find anything heading out of those states. Even when I pulled flatbed in semis the only thing you could get out of there was lumber loads :( That whole area... OR WA MT WY ID UT CO is good rates going and nothing coming back.
@@brettdaniels3606 Some guys say they do unless they are bsing. Sometimes it’s tough to find loads for a cdl setup so I imagine it’s tougher for non cdl.
@@lukemcfarren7573 Here’s a link to mine. They have different sizes. Been using it for several years and it’s been great. I never unplug it unless I go home. a.co/d/8AI3eBa
hey man do you have any advice for me wanting to start hot shotting? please reach back out to me if you can give me some advice and point me into the right direction!
@@jasonrios5769 Watch a lot of videos on load securement. Get hands on if you can too. Learn to drive with a trailer before getting out in the work field and keep your overhead cost low.
Question for you. Is it viable to hot shot out of phoenix and be able to stay regional from your experience? Also, is it worth it having a dispatch? Thanks man. My friend has a dulley and 40 ft trailer with authority and wants me to run it that’s why I’m asking
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Please don't get bored of making these videos because I (and I assume many others) do not get bored of watching them. You're living my dream and it's fun to watch, I even get to learn stuff while watching. Just got my commercial permit, working on getting some classes set up, then I gotta get my money up to get started.
@@SaladDev I don’t plan to stop making these videos 😁 Appreciate your support👍🏻
Truck stop load board, basic level has a 1 minute delay, switch to pro level an you get to see loads immediately instead of one minute delay. Hope this helps Alex.
@@user-mc2pu7lf1k I have the most expensive plan with them. 👍🏻
Sorry about the tough week man. I can't even imagine how it's going to be for a new MC rolling out but push through. Good weeks, bad weeks. It'll all workout. I was going to ask about the rod you used but saw you mention that it was from the shipper! Next week will be better bud.💪👍 On your 34 hour reset, do you ever unhook and venture out in your truck? I guess that would be logged as personal time. Thanks for always responding to my questions.👍
@@alvinmann7675 Thanks! Usually it’s not this bad but going out west is always a risk. West coast is always slow for loads. You have to go there with a good paying load because chances of being stuck are very high. New MC shouldn’t be bad. Big companies will work with you. I did ok when I first started. Better than expected.
On my 34 hour reset I always unhook. Go to the gym, eat, stores. You’ll go crazy if you spend your time at the truck stop.
Nice content, brother, keep it up! I would love to see a video of you searching for loads and making calls to brokers and how all that works.
@@son_of_oñate Thank you! My dispatcher does all of they for me. I just keep an eye on the boarding case I see something then I’ll call or send it to my dispatcher.
Alex-here is another suggetion . Why not get in touch w/ the big rental companies-like Sunbelt/United rentals about moving some of their stuff? They are always transferring stuff from one location to another-especiaaly when they have big plant shutdowns/downtime. Might take some phone work, but still-might fill in ur gaps.
Be safe!
@@glennjukes5581 That’s a thought but doubt they have a constant back and forth type of thing and I’m never in one area. I’m all over the place.
Hang in there buddy. We only got 5 months left with this administration. I believe the economy will get better with Trump. ‘Be safe brother 🙏
@@mr.fleites6839 I sure hope things will change for the better 👍🏻
Oh man Alex. I feel for ya. I fell for a excellent load to southern OR. Got stuck up there and ended up dead heading 400 miles for a cheap load out. Great video on chaining and strapping as always!
@@diannaallmaras3540 Thank you! Yes west coast is always a risk. 🤷♂️
Sometimes gotta roll the dice💯stay safe 🫡
@@SRT-HotShot-24 Very very true 👍🏻
stay strong brother!
Missouri is usually good for finding loads, although I seemed to get a lot of them heading back out to slc lol
@@larrymcintire9848 Yeah, Midwest in general has a lot going out west. 🤣
Hey Alex nice to see u again, ur right man utah/colorado are dead zones the same up here in ND I'm doing my reset here getting unloaded tomorrow monday but everything is kind of slow here too so patience bro try heading to central states and be safe out there.
@@alfonsogonzalez6412 West is a risky area.
Hey Alex!! Sometimes you have too take the bitter with the sweet. Go see Mom and Dad, and regroup!! You should get a load out of there and run Midwest. Run route there. You're get more loads that way!! For a week then start the following week working you way home!! Work where the loads are!! You could see how that goes!! Good Job though Bro!! Ken!! Oh!!👍🏾✌🏿
@@kennethwilliams3877 Thanks Ken! Yeah I think I’m going to stick to Midwest. That’s where I have the best luck. It’s hit or miss with West coast. 👍🏻
Yes, that's what I'm gonna do. And make a regional route!! I see you on the next one Alex!! Ken!! Oh!! 👍🏾✌🏿💪🏿
@@kennethwilliams3877 Take care Ken! See ya on the next run 👍🏻
I run alot to cali and always get out of there. A few times i ran south to north and back south. for 2 weeks!. I take a big payer and plan on spending time out there until something good comes out.
@@diannaallmaras3540 I am not a fan of going to Cali. Nice place but not for trucking. Traffic is awful, truck stops are rare and fuel is outrageously expensive.
Hey brother Alex!! That opening drone footage was amazing. You might need a lapel mic for when you’re driving. The voice was kinda low in those scenes. That was a great suggestion about the rental companies. I know you’re all over, but maybe calling ahead of time to let them know you’re in the area in an allotted amount of time could pay dividends if a good paying load takes you that way again. Thanks for the food ideas as well. I’m always looking for something new to try! That truck stop food just doesn’t pan out most times. Stay safe bro! Enjoyed this one. Already subscribed to the other channel as well!! ❤✌🏽
@@lenpellerin Thanks Len. Unfortunately GoPro doesn’t support a lapel mic. I have my other camera that has the wireless mic but can’t use that camera for work videos. I might upgrade the GoPro for a DJI that supports wireless mic. I do know the volume isn’t the best on GoPro especially while driving for some reason. Appreciate your support and thanks for supporting my new channel too. New content is on the way.
I haven’t been to there yet but I pull reefer out of California and the same thing happens to me the moment the loads post their gone I was told dispatchers that have an office with that fiber wire crap its so fast that they see the load up to a few mins before we do per using our phones or laptops at truck stops ect…
@@kylesanderson3598 That could be. It’s crazy though. Happens so often.
Hi Alex. That really sucks having to run empty. As you know its also hard to get anything out of Florida too when you leave home. Is it possible to put some sort of surcharge on shipments going to bad areas to cover yourself?
@@richardbarkley9909 unfortunately you can’t put a surcharge. It’s hard to get a decent rate from the broker as it is from certain areas. I went to an Utah with a good rate but not good enough to leave empty and lose half a week. Oh well. There will always be bad weeks. Can’t always have good ones.
Look at central dispatch always cars to haul to cover expense to keep rolling. Could be a posiblity
@@jimgraves6464 I’ve heard of that but never signed up with them. I’ll look into that. Thanks 👍🏻
I was thinking the same thing.
Alex appreciate the honesty, it’s not always rainbows and sunshine out there. Sometimes it’s thunderstorms and heavy rain literally and figuratively. Got to keep grinding. Have you been to Washington and Oregon yet and are they as bad as Utah?
When I was doing hotshot it was really hard to find anything heading out of those states. Even when I pulled flatbed in semis the only thing you could get out of there was lumber loads :( That whole area... OR WA MT WY ID UT CO is good rates going and nothing coming back.
@@larrymcintire9848 thanks for the insight. I might go in there briefly knowing what to expect. The scenery is awesome.
@@concyman I agree! I love it up there :)
@@concyman Thank you! No point of sugar coating this job. It’s not always great times. As for Washington and Oregon, they are just as bad as Utah.
@@larrymcintire9848 100% true statement.
Hey Alex thank u for another great video u rock and another question lol do u have to have ur CDL to do what u do
@@brettdaniels3606 Thank you! You only need a CDL if you want your combined truck, trailer and load to be over 26,000lb. Non CDL is 26k and below.
@@Mr.AlexKogan ok awesome thank u can u still make decent money if it 26000 and under
@@brettdaniels3606 Some guys say they do unless they are bsing. Sometimes it’s tough to find loads for a cdl setup so I imagine it’s tougher for non cdl.
Hey Alex, I am looking for a front seat electric cooler. Would you mind sharing which make and model you have and your thoughts? Thanks!
@@lukemcfarren7573 Here’s a link to mine. They have different sizes. Been using it for several years and it’s been great. I never unplug it unless I go home.
a.co/d/8AI3eBa
if that pole is your design you need to get a patten on it and put it on the market.
@@kennethspencer5863 Unfortunately that’s the shippers design. It’s a good one for sure 👍🏻
What bar is that you have to run chain through all the rolls
@@TRG916 That was provided by the shipper.
U should have got out of there whit 2 vehicles already!
@@juanfranco2527 Should have, could have, would have is all easier said than done.
No Veggie or hay , ? loads leaving ? like onions. what is the place known for ? might have to do some digging .
@@matzrat5006 I’ve never driven anything like that but absolutely no loads out. It’s crazy because there are usually military loads all the time.
hey man do you have any advice for me wanting to start hot shotting? please reach back out to me if you can give me some advice and point me into the right direction!
@@jasonrios5769 Watch a lot of videos on load securement. Get hands on if you can too. Learn to drive with a trailer before getting out in the work field and keep your overhead cost low.
Question for you. Is it viable to hot shot out of phoenix and be able to stay regional from your experience? Also, is it worth it having a dispatch? Thanks man. My friend has a dulley and 40 ft trailer with authority and wants me to run it that’s why I’m asking
@@Reezys-f2q Very tough to stay local especially out of Phoenix. West coast is just a slow area from my experience. To me, dispatch is a must.
Hey Alex do you go to the gym while on the road
@@rickyhernandez6681 I do when I’m on my 34 hour reset. Otherwise there’s just no time.
Think you need to spring for some new gloves, my friend....
@@glennjukes5581 Yes. I do. I just keep forgetting to buy some 🤣
Alex what about dead head to Denver Colorado?
@@coleton10000 Denver is a dead area. I always get stuck there too.
@Mr.AlexKogan oh wow I'm surprised feels like a busy city feels like where everyone meets,
@@coleton10000 No no. Denver is a bad area. Truck stops are always overfilled.
Yes I agree because not much flat land out there to make truck stops,
@@coleton10000 No. they are overfilled because no loads out of there.
Add some vehicles to get you moving
@@donaldtisdale4915 we try.
Quick question do you need class a for that?
@@slfd73 Only if you want to be heavier than 26,000 lb total weight. Truck trailer and the load.
Hey Alex 👋🏻 what drone are you using?
@@jeremybrea1910 Hey hey! I have the DJI Mavic 3 classic.
@@Mr.AlexKogan thanks for replying! The video quality is amazing! Is it easy to use? It’s been a while since I used a remote or anything similar 😅
@@jeremybrea1910 Thanks. Yeah the drone is fairly easy to control unlike the fully manual ones. I watched RUclips videos to learn to fly it.