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I couldn't see this belonging anywhere else but here. I'm considering picking up some noise cancelling headphones, for use watching movies etc on my laptop. My concern is using these overseas, is it a good idea? As I understand it, they block out low frequency noise (engines, air conditioners...

Excellent, thank you. A bit more then I was looking to pay (I'm an HQ weenie, I'm not doing long hauls in my boots anytime soon), but they look nice (and in tan too  >:D). I'll see if any local stores carry them and go check 'em out.

Nothing came up in a search, so here goes. I'm rather fond of the issued desert sock, however the system being what it is I didn't get issued enough (and likely wont in the near future) so I'm looking for a suitable supplement for them (same thickness, material etc) that I can purchase at a...

On that note, does anyone recommend any good property management companies in Edmonton to check on your place while away (preferably ones that are used to dealing with military folks)?

Tommy, I'm not in your area. Brasidas, PM me and we'll discuss (can't see a loc in your profile). For reference purposes, I wear a 10.5 in regular SWATs and these fit small on me, specifically length-wise. Width is alright, but a wee bit tight. I'd say these would fit well for a smaller 10.5...

Got a pair of waterproof SWATs, size 10.5, that I purchased recently. Regrettably, they don't fit me. Worn 3 times (in garrison, not in the field). Great condition. Looking to get $80 for these (paid $140) + we'll work out a reasonable shipping rate.

The OP wanted to know what the chances were of going to a service battalion, I told him that they were good now but may change pending changes to the way MSE Ops are employed by the army (ya, with a little side comment added in). Recceguy was on that like Michael Jackson on a school bus so here...

No I didn't. I know how the echelon system works and why its there. It serves a purpose and does that job very, very well (as shown in Afghanistan). In fact, the armd corp has a very interesting (and highly effective) way of conducting first-line supprt that is quite unique. What I was...

I did it while at university. Got the occasional odd look but mostly well-meaning questions...including some from people who were interested in joining up. So be prepared to explain what you're doing and why, we're all recruiters.

Riiiiiiiiiiight. I don't see myself superior to anyone at all. But (and I challenge someone to argue otherwise), cbt arms officers have no business telling CSS how to do their business (beyond demanding support and supplies) just as we have no business telling the cbt arms how to do their...

HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA.... Wait, you were serious? Logistics is more then just mounting a convoy. Much more. Cbt arms types have no appreciation or understanding of CSS beyond expecting us to be at their beck and call and, of course, to read their minds. You don't see a board of log officers...

Slow down, I never said the army was getting rid of the trade. Only that positions were being cut, the way the trade is used is being studied and that MSE Ops are one of the 'easy' trades in the CF to pick on.

MSE Ops are 'low-hanging fruit' as far as the army is concerned. There are people pushing for other trades to take on driver taskings in their respective units (i.e. infanteers etc) to a greater extent than what happens now. The army is cutting MSE Op positions from the Service battalions and...

If you want to complete a degree on your own time while you're working, you can. It depends on how busy you are at work etc, and junior officers often have 'professional development' courses etc that you have to complete. You can also release after your contract, go back to school then...

Being considered for a driver's course has nothing to do with whether or not one holds a PDL (unless said member had their PDL suspended/removed for a DUI etc).  You don't need a PDL to get your 404's, which is the only license pre-req for most CF driver courses (except for the MP's, etc). I...

I think that just about sums it up. CF members, of all political stripes, do not tolerate or fall victim to the BS that spews from all sides of the political spectrum (left, right and in between). LIke I said earlier, most of the military is far too busy to concern itself with politics beyond...

As was stated earlier, a soldier's political views have no bearing on their ability to be a good soldier.

I think people took issue mostly with the fact that you launched into what was a series of generally thoughtfull posts with an illogical rant. I get it, you're a true blue conservative (judging by your posts and Bush quotes) and the thought of a dirty leftist joining the ranks of the CF annoys...

I'll see what I can do; It is likely you'll head to a service battalion to begin with (although this is by no means a certainty). The Army is changing how it employs MSE Op's, however, and some service battalions are supposed to be losing lots of positions for MSE Ops so by the time you get in...