I am absolutely thrilled right now, I could just burst! Actually, scratch that – I AM already bursting with excitement! LOL!
Guess what? It’s official! I’m heading to Cedar Rapids, IA, to get back on track and regain my CDL with CRST. If you’re curious about the application process, check out my previous post. I’m so excited I can barely contain myself! This feels like a dream come true. Honestly, if it wasn’t for the incredible support and motivation I’ve found on this site, I don’t think I could have done it. So, thank you, truly. This community is a lifesaver, especially for new drivers and those, like me, restarting their journey.
If I remember, I’m planning to start a thread here documenting my experience at CRST trucking school in Cedar Rapids. That way, anyone considering CRST for initial training or retraining can get a firsthand account of what to expect. It’s time for me to give back to this amazing community for all the help you’ve given me. I hope my CRST diary will be useful for you all. I appreciate every single one of you, and thanks again from the bottom of my heart.
NOW, it’s time to truly go BANANAS! And what better way to express pure joy than with some awesome Dancing Dog Gif action? Get ready for some seriously happy pups!
I absolutely LOVE this feeling!
As you can probably tell from all these smileys and especially these dancing dog gifs, my emotions are running sky-high right now!
CDL: What is it?
Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Defined
For those who might be wondering, a CDL is a Commercial Driver’s License, and it’s necessary to operate certain types of vehicles. You’ll need a CDL if you plan to drive any of the following:
- Any vehicle combination with a Gross Combined Weight Rating (GCWR) of 26,001 pounds or more, provided the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) of the towed vehicle is over 10,000 pounds.
- Any single vehicle with a GVWR of 26,001 pounds or more, or such a vehicle towing another not exceeding 10,000 pounds.
- Any vehicle, regardless of size, designed to transport 16 or more people, including the driver.
- Any vehicle required to be placarded for transporting hazardous materials according to federal regulations.
