2.2g Initial Base Exchange (BX) Visit and Backpack Issue

You will need the mandatory items listed below. After arriving at the mini-mall, you will pay for the items (e.g., lock and flashlight) you were issued the first day of training in your backpack with your EZ pay card.

It is NOT MANDATORY to buy the items on the optional list or items you already have.

Do not purchase aerosol, any cleaning products for the dormitory and any over-the-counter medication. This includes nutritional supplements, mineral preparations or vitamins. If you receive any of these items in the mail, report it to your MTI immediately.

  • Male trainees, who wear boxer shorts during Physical Training (PT) and BEAST, must wear an athletic supporter
  • Female trainees are encouraged to wear a sports bra during PT and BEAST
  • You may purchase black or navy blue spandex shorts to wear under your PT running shorts

NOTE: Do not buy over-the-counter medication (except for cough drops, unless prescribed or cleared by a military medical doctor).

Backpack Items Issued For All Trainees

  • 1 each - Backpack
  • 1 each - LED Flashlight w/ Batteries
  • 1 each - Reflective Belt
  • 1 each - Padlock
  • 1 package - Silver marking pens
  • 1 package - Black marking pen
  • 1 each - Laundry bag
  • 1 each - Laundry soap (If you are allergic to the detergent provided and it is unopened, you may return it for a refund and purchase another brand at your own expense.)
  • 1 box - Trash Bags
  • 1 each - Water Bottle
  • 1 package - Ball-point pen (blue or black)
  • 3 each - Towels
  • 4 each - Mesh bags
  • 2 packages - Blousing straps
  • 1 each - Ruler
  • 1 each - 2 in 1 Soap
  • 1 each - Dental Floss
  • 1 each - Foot Powder
  • 1 each - Deodorant
  • 1 each - Toothbrush & toothbrush tray
  • 2 each - Hand sanitizer
  • 1 each - Toothpaste
  • 1 each - Notepad
  • 1 each - Nail trimming equipment
  • 1 book- Stamps
  • 1 each - Plastic storage container
  • 1 package - Highlighter
  • 1 each - ID card holder
  • 1 pair - Shower shoes
  • 1 box - Envelopes

Mandatory Items

  • 1 each - Eyeglass strap (Trainees who wear glasses or contacts are required to buy eyeglass straps.)
  • As required - Hair supplies (e.g., bands, bobby pin)

Mini Mall Run Optional Items (Male and Female)

  • Soap tray (if bar soap is used)
  • Soap (bar or bottle)
  • Shampoo
  • Cotton balls
  • Shaving items
  • Sanitary napkins or tampons
  • Bras or sports bras
  • Underwear
  • Brush or combs
  • Stationary supplies
  • Sewing kit
  • White socks
  • Suede boot brush
  • Scissors
  • Spandex shorts (blue or black)
  • Shaving Cream or electric pre-shave lotion
  • Athletic supporter (if wearing boxers)
  • Watch
  • Thermal underwear (white, cream or sand colored)
  • Calling card
  • Body powder
  • Shirt garters (2ND ISSUE)
  • Heel and sole dressing (2ND ISSUE)
  • Nylons or panty hose (2ND ISSUE)
  • Iron (2ND ISSUE)
  • Clothespins (2ND ISSUE)
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