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Thread: Basic Recon Course
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09-02-09, 11:23 AM #61
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09-08-09, 05:15 PM #62
You are out of line Marine. Many others have pointed out your obvious attitude problems and I know PMs have been sent as well. Giving advice is one thing, dispensing attitude to other (and more senior) Marines is disrespectful and wrong.
Poolees and Wannabes, there are many folks who can help you in your journey. Choose wisely whose advice you listen to as it makes no sense to get good "gouge" from someone who so obviously dismisses such basic "Corps" Values of integrity, respect for rank, and universal brotherhood. There is no room for the "we're better than you" mentality within the Corps. The Corps as a whole holds itself to a higher standard. Beyond that, we are Marines first and always. Not clubs within clubs. That attitude is despicable and should be shunned wherever it is seen.
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09-12-09, 10:26 AM #63
DOMFORCE----Just answer the questions you are asked and stop sucking your own dick in this thread. Its ****ing annoying the **** out of me.
To all the poolees... just work hard at what you want to do, stay focused, and you can accomplish anything. When someone says you cant do something that you have wanted to do your entire life (within the means of the law), punch them in the face and axe stomp them when they hit the deck. And remember... patience is a virtue...
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10-14-09, 12:50 AM #64
Domforce24,
When you're at ITB I read on a different thread that you're split into groups depending on your specific MOS at week 5, if you have a recon contract are you placed in with another MOS group or does recon have their own group?
Thanks Marine
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10-14-09, 12:35 PM #65
Yo Rekunt,I wanna hear no much chit You talk after doing a Tour with tha' Fleet.Blood thirsty Hey,be careful what You wish for BadAzz cause You liable too get more than You wished for Marine
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10-24-09, 05:15 PM #66
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10-29-09, 03:14 PM #67
Good afternoon sir. I am currently in the DEP with a UZ (reconnaissance) contract. Which aspect of BRC did you feel most unprepared about. I ask so that i may have the chance to prepare more effectively. Did you feel that the RMAT platoon prepared you well enough for BRC or when the time comes should i try to exceed the RMAT physical training.
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10-29-09, 03:17 PM #68
GD... read the rest of the posts, then ask yourself. Do you think this guy is coming back? He's a tool who felt he's better than everyone else.
When told MarSOC is better than recon he got offended, don't listen or follow any of these kids who act this way.
I'd recommend you start a new thread in the ask a marine forum. Ensure you profile is properly filled out first.
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11-12-09, 12:01 AM #69
Interesting thread. No, I'm not interested in recon, but I do have a question regarding several mentions of the ruck runs. While I consider myself decent at PT (298 PFT), I was lousy at the humps at OCS (never fell out but it was like death the whole way through!). I met Sgt. Reyes from Generation Kill, and he told me that ruck runs were the greatest for helping at humps and something the recon community does often for their PT...my question is how much weight is used and what is an appropriate weight to start at? I'm 5'6, 150 (128 at OCS...go figure why the humps were hard!) so I'm just trying to prepare myself to be the best I can possibly be on future humps. Thanks all.
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11-12-09, 02:19 AM #70
I wouldn't go over 30lbs ever... you'll break yourself unless you're trained well enough. I'd start with your day pack and about 10lbs of gear, I don't think I need to suggest doing it in boots and utes. Keep at a fast walk/slow run pace and tighten that day pack down good. Then take it to a comfortable run. I'd hit speed after about 4 to 5 initial mild runs so you don't destroy yourself.
as a disclaimer, I've run with weight before, This is what I did but Everyone is built different and are willing to push themselves hard and faster than I. So please understand this is an opinion and nothing more.
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11-12-09, 02:24 AM #71
yea them youngbucs got a=10's fighting with them
With Helmet-Flak Jacket- Boots-Rifle-Bayonte-Enough Ammo 2 take on the World,2 M-60'sFrags Claymores all the new Suprizes about 80 extra lbs.would handle a LRRP.Combat PATROL AND WANT TOO GET SOME TERRORIST AZZ
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11-12-09, 01:24 PM #72
Thanks for the tip SSgt. That sounds about right to me. I should be able to handle that and then work my way up to being comfortable with the weight. Humps will probably never be easy for the small guys, but I shouldn't be good at other PT and then suck wind on a little hump. I'll put this in my routine.
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11-12-09, 01:56 PM #73
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11-12-09, 02:11 PM #74
Sgt., to be honest, I'm not even sure what my title is. Some say that we are technically civilians until commission date, some paperwork says we're considered E-5 but only in paygrade, some call us Marines without rank. I've been called civilian, Marine, Lieutenidate, candidate, 3rd Lieutenant...lol the list goes on and on.
Several drill instructors have told me that we are Marines because we completed the training, but we are not officers yet till we get the bars. In his words, "the training makes you a Marine not a piece of paper." Our Co Cmdr told us that we become Marines the second we walked across the parade deck for the last time. However, I found out later, that my Plt. Cmdr. didn't agree...It's been one of those things that many will argue either which way. Although, I will say that it is odd receiving an Eagle, Globe, and Anchor and at the same time...not sure if I rate the title???
Long story short, I have PM'ed, I believe it was drifter, and my title will remain Marine friend upon commissioning. In my heart, I know I've completed my entry level training, and that means more to me than what my internet title is...
R/s,
Geagle
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11-12-09, 02:21 PM #75
You're gonna be an awesome "sir"
Semper Fidelis
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