Shipping Wars

Watching episode today and just for the record the husband wife team transporting the three little compartments possibly for A sky lift of sorts. The husband states that having only one ten thousand lb strap is enough to hold each of the units. I hate to be the bearer of bad news but but the FMCSA requires no less than two straps or chains per piece. This is required just in case one breaks there will be a second strap to keep from losing load.

Its this kind of irresponsible broadcasting that can literally get people killed and property damaged.

So when watching these episodes be vigilant and don't fall victim to the I saw them do it on tv syndrone ! That will carry little weight in a wrongful death lawsuit.!

First off, it's a fun show and a little fascinating watching how some of these strange loads get from point A to point B. I think that the show does display real transporters, their real equipment, real loads, and real shipping. I also think that nearly all the drama is forced, fake, and completely inserted into the show to make it more interesting. I think that the personalities of the characters are vastly exaggerated. Roy isn't a complete jerk, Jarrod isn't a naive clutz, and Jennifer isn't a damsel in distress. That's all made up. Getting permits to haul heavy equipment across state lines, renting equipment, coordinating pickups and dropoffs, and tying down loads however is not. Ultimately it's fun to watch, but if you've seen one episode you've seen them all.

Why in the hec would Jennifer B bid on a load she cant handle and take money from the real transporters. Then she doesnt have a clue how to load anything. The transporter business would be done with idiots like this. Sure its a show, do they teach em to be stupid....I guess. Dont bid until the last second...why show your hand early.

Roy's death and Rusty's breath.

Episodes with Roy Garber are awesome, after that it's pretty much more of the same. And adding more neophytes with less than average experience is a repetitive. One Jared is enough!

Its entertaining! Love the cast and the humor of the show. I recomend this show, time flies by quick when i watch it