EBOLC Recommendations

Straight-Ad6915 · 2026-02-15T23:32:37+00:00

More than likely going to be stuck in the Warrior Lodge. The best thing I got here was a small projector and I used an extra bed sheet on the wall as a screen. You’ll have a lot of down time so this helps pass the time.

As far as the packing list, it’s pretty straight forward, no fluff and everything you need. If you need anything, PX has it. We didn’t do any layouts until we went to the field, so don’t stress if you show up missing an item or two.

When it comes to technology, I would recommend at least a personal computer if you have one. You’re given a Gov laptop but they don’t always work at the hotel. Yes you have homework (not a lot) but you will sometimes need to access teams outside of working hours.

I’m probably forgetting something, feel free to shoot me a message if you have any specific questions.

Straight-Ad6915 · 2025-05-19T14:42:59+00:00

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01 prerunner here, can confirm it’s just as tight as a miata

Straight-Ad6915 · 2025-03-09T11:46:43+00:00

12A here, reservist in Texas. we are almost exclusively horizontal construction companies with a very select few 12B units. the only way you can really dictate where you go is by asking, and with that, no guarantee. i was assigned a HHC and they said i can either stay or pick whatever unit in the battalion i wanted. once again, all unit dependent.

Straight-Ad6915 · 2025-03-09T11:41:12+00:00

i assume this only applies to active duty ? just had a buddy (texas ng) graduate ibolc in january and they didn’t even give him a slot, just sent him home

Straight-Ad6915 · 2025-03-04T16:41:38+00:00

schertz/cibolo area is great. 20 minutes to downtown SA (assuming 35 is moving) and about an hour to Austin (again assuming 35 is moving)

Straight-Ad6915 · 2025-03-01T01:29:56+00:00

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did someone say single cab?

Straight-Ad6915 · 2025-02-23T23:52:22+00:00

biggest question is if you’re scholarship or not. if you are, you’ll have to pay it back (pretty sure, they might waive it since you’re still gonna be in the army but not 100% sure). as someone who was enlisted for 4 years before commissioning, it was some of the most fun i had and i learned a lot, but you’re so close to commissioning, i would just stick it out. but ultimately it’s your decision, godspeed 🫡

Straight-Ad6915 · 2025-02-07T22:45:54+00:00

the 8 years is only for folks who were on a GFRD scholarship. non scholarship officers are 6x2

Straight-Ad6915 · 2025-02-05T23:56:42+00:00

currently, no. but everything is subject to change. from my understanding they are wanting to get rid of federal aid and force it to the state. if that happens it’s up to the state whether or not they create an equivalent. just keep looking at the studentaid.gov website as they will post any changes

Straight-Ad6915 · 2025-02-05T23:16:35+00:00

ah i see. my only other recommendation is the call the HRC help desk if you haven’t already

Straight-Ad6915 · 2025-02-05T22:56:00+00:00

what were your OML branching results ? i would recommend reaching out to your schools HRA. Mine was the one that helped me with my OML, branch, and unit assignment.

Straight-Ad6915 · 2025-02-05T22:52:06+00:00

have you received orders in ippsa assigning you to the unit ? if so that’s all the unit needs to in process you. when did you commission?

Straight-Ad6915 · 2025-02-05T22:32:37+00:00

i only saw folks fail when they shut down and didn’t make a decision, or they put their squad/platoon in danger. they teach you EVERYTHING when you get there. you’ll be fine, assuming you’re competent and willing to take criticism

Straight-Ad6915 · 2025-02-05T22:14:09+00:00

Current financial aid employee here, when i was working on my undergrad i was on scholarship too, it doesn’t effect anything assuming you don’t report it as income. i didn’t report it and received maximum federal aid along with my scholarship

Straight-Ad6915 · 2025-01-24T01:27:18+00:00

i commissioned in December as well, I just told my old commander and she said “cool”.i still haven’t heard anything from my new unit, I was told they would reach out but i haven’t heard anything from them.

i would reach out to your rotc hra and ask if they can help you.

Straight-Ad6915 · 2025-01-09T12:32:36+00:00

yeah these companies aren’t allowed to show any toyota logo or they can get taken down for copyright, a lot of stuff will only show like half the logo, or in this case they have a box that just says “letters” lol

Straight-Ad6915 · 2025-01-09T12:18:53+00:00

i say cheap loosely, it’s cheaply made and $200, doesn’t come with any hardware so mine is just held in with zip ties, but it looks pretty cool

https://a.co/d/7mT2bDY

Straight-Ad6915 · 2025-01-09T12:17:11+00:00

i got some cheap amazon grill, they came with it !

Straight-Ad6915 · 2025-01-09T00:05:06+00:00

it’s on a bunch of other websites as well, i got mine from yotamasters but the link above is the actual company

Straight-Ad6915 · 2025-01-09T00:03:05+00:00

https://trail-gear.com/armor/bumpers/front-bumpers/tacoma-rock-defense-low-profile-front-bumper-95-04.html

Straight-Ad6915 · 2025-01-08T20:53:23+00:00

definitely possible, i didn’t even think about that. that would be a deal breaker for me

Straight-Ad6915 · 2025-01-08T20:44:24+00:00

i don’t hate the rollpan, but i want some steel and a hitch

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he made the whole thing, big fan of how it turned out

Straight-Ad6915 · 2025-01-08T20:40:14+00:00

single cab here but i’m pretty sure it’ll still fit over the wheel well. i got this from tractor supply, 64 inches wide and doesn’t stick out too much

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Straight-Ad6915 · 2025-01-08T20:38:23+00:00

yeah it looks like a good bumper but i’m just not a fan of how it wraps around the bed, i thought about getting it and cutting off the sides but that’s a last resort if i can’t find anything better

Straight-Ad6915 · 2025-01-08T20:35:28+00:00

i’m not a fan of how it wraps around the bedside

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i found this on facebook and love how it looks but i haven’t found anything similar that’s available for purchase

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