In the event there is a potential USAFA cadet reading these posts who finds themselves in this situation, I would like to add another perspective. My DD was skipped forward two grades in math, and then the school skipped her completely past 8th grade. It was a very small school with combined...
The Amazon "try before you buy" helped my DD find the ones that fit well. (I think we went through three pairs first.) Then once you find the ones you like, watch Amazon for boots that have been returned without the box. They sell them at 1/2 price, and they are new. And know what the boots...
An extra monitor is a plus. For our DD, we had a portable monitor that we took A-day. Works great and she can easily carry it and store it. As a rule, less is better.
Last year, my DD had to be remeasured. Her sitting height was flagged as irregular. Just do what you need… don’t worry about why. For us it was a 3 hour trip, but that is a small price to let them follow their dream.
Agree 100%. Our petite DD improved drastically by utilizing the techniques in SS videos, and found herself well exceeding the norms. The issue was not her strength but her techniques. FYI- she is a C4C now!!
If you are not already a member of the 2026 parents facebook group, I highly recommend it. From the main group, there are also groups by squadron. You can get to know some of the other parents of basic cadets your son is interacting with. It really helps to share the ups and downs, knowing...
My DD has very small feet - size 5 women's (3 men's). There are few lightweight options out there.
She likes the Under Armour MicroG Valsetz. They say OCP authorized but they do not say waterproof upper. Will this be a problem? Any advice appreciated!!