Is it frowned upon for bringing my own gear?

SGT Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 10 Nov 2019 18:55:46 -0500

So i dont have issued gear such as the basic training boots they issue, body armor and camel back. Like most fresh privates i got rid of all that crap when i graduated BCT 4 years ago. Question is since im making the switch to full time and reclassing, would it be ok to bring my own ocp plate carrier, my own boots, a different camel back and sewn on uniforms ? I dont want to seem like an individual when i get to Benning.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 10 at 2019 6:57 PM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 10 Nov 2019 18:57:31 -0500

Drill sergeant school? Or in training?

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 10 at 2019 7:14 PM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 10 Nov 2019 19:14:31 -0500

Going to OSUT I would absolutely not bring any other than issued gear. As for your plate carrier, even after school most units/commands will not authorize non-issue protective gear for use while training. It simply isn't guaranteed to meet minimum standards, meaning it's unsafe.

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 10 at 2019 8:10 PM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 10 Nov 2019 20:10:52 -0500

They might frown on the personal plate carrier, was wearing my oakley’s and Nike’s

Response by SFC Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 10 at 2019 8:58 PM

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 10 Nov 2019 20:58:12 -0500

Be advised though, I highly recommend you ask prior to wearing non issued in front of trainee.

Response by MAJ Byron Oyler made Nov 10 at 2019 11:41 PM

MAJ Byron Oyler — Sun, 10 Nov 2019 23:41:40 -0500

I recommend you download 670-1 and understand both the pamphlet and reg. Whether it is your first day back on active duty or your last, people cannot bust your balls if you understand policy.

Response by CPT Lawrence Cable made Nov 11 at 2019 9:41 AM

CPT Lawrence Cable — Mon, 11 Nov 2019 09:41:59 -0500

You should be given a packing list of what you are allowed to bring to OSUT, which isn't much. When I went in, it was the cloths you were wearing, gym shoes, a change of underwear, and a very basic shaving kit. Even your street cloths will go into storage once they give you your basic issue. Save your money, use what's issued and wait until you get to your unit to get all that cool tactical gear.

Response by CSM William Payne made Nov 12 at 2019 1:09 PM

CSM William Payne — Tue, 12 Nov 2019 13:09:20 -0500

Take nothing of you’re own personal “military” gear. Everything you need will be issued to you from CIF when you arrive, just like your first time.

Good luck.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Nov 13 at 2019 3:08 PM

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 13 Nov 2019 15:08:22 -0500

Do not bring a bunch of personal gear like plate carriers etc. you will not be allowed to wear it.