Free Cadet Uniform

[Lancer]

Where is a good place to get "high gloss" shoes?

www.qmuniforms.com

Check Ebay. There are plenty of sellers and you can get a brand new pair of shoes for up to 75% or more off what you'd find in the stores. And when you talking about getting a pair for growing feet, saving money is a must. 

[Pylon]

 

 I recieved my uniform today.  One problem though- the pants and shirt were totally the wrong size.     Can you send the uniform back for a replacement??
Thanks!  

That's typical. I think you can send it to someone and exchange it. Does your squadron have your size? You can try to trade them.

 Thanks!  I will talk to my squadron commander.  

FYI -- with the Free Cadet Uniform program, yes, you can send it back to exchange for a different size.  The procedure used to be outlined on the old CAPF 15 chit (which no longer exists).  I'll see if I can find a copy of the old CAPF 15.

There are also two NHQ contacts listed for the Cadet Uniform Program on the National website.  Your commander or DCC could call them, as well, for up-to-date information on how to make the exchange.  See here:  http://www.cap.gov/visitors/members/cadet_programs/index.cfm?nodeID=6747&audienceID=4

[jimmydeanno]

Civil Air Patrol Cadet Uniform Program Instructions
This program provides an opportunity for a new cadet to receive, at no cost to the cadet, a basic blue Air Force uniform, provided the unit commander approves the request and funds continue to be available in the program.

Cadets are responsible for purchasing the CAP accessories (name tag, ribbons, grade insignia, hat device, etc.) required for proper wear of the uniform. For CAP accessories, contact Vanguard at 1.800.221.1264.

Free uniform items must be returned (or replaced, if lost or damaged) to the local CAP unit in the event the cadet withdraws from the cadet program within the first year of membership. The parent/guardian assumes the responsibility on behalf of the minor child. The unit commander will make every reasonable effort to retrieve these uniform items. Uniforms received under this program will not be sold, rented or given to anyone other than CAP cadets.

Ordering Instructions
You must use e-Services (www.capnhq.gov) to order your uniform under this Cadet Uniform Program. Once your membership application is processed, you will receive a membership card with your CAPID number. You should use the CAPID to log into e-Services, or you may use your Social Security Number.

Click on the "First time users" link and follow the instructions. Once you have established your account, log into e-Services and look for the "Cadet Uniform" link on the left side.

Click the "Cadet Uniform" link and follow the instructions to order a cadet uniform under this program. If you need help with sizing information, click on the male or female sizing charts. Commanders and Deputy Commander are authorized to input orders on behalf of the cadet.

Important Numbers
To check the status of your Cadet Membership application, contact NHQ CAP/LMM at 1.877.227.9142.

To check the status of your uniform order, contact the Army Air Force Exchange Service (AAFES) at 1.800.527.2345. Be prepared to provide your CAPID.

To exchange a uniform item(s), return to:
Lackland Military Clothing Sales Store
1520 Kirkland, Bldg 6659
San Antonio, TX 78236

Questions about your exchange? Call 1.210.674.0190. You will need to include CAPID, name, address, phone number, and the size(s) you need. Do NOT call this number to check the status of your order (see above)!

[LtCol Hooligan]

FYI- this uniform belongs to the squadron- NOT THE CADET.  Do not sell this uniform on eBAY  .  The squadron is responsible for those uniforms.  Just wanted to point that out.  Obviously anything you purchase you can keep, but the shirt, pants, belt, etc needs to be returned to the SQ when you out grow it or if you leave the program!!

[Cecil DP]

 I recieved my uniform today.  One problem though- the pants and shirt were totally the wrong size.     Can you send the uniform back for a replacement??
Thanks!  

You can exchange them at a MCSS. (Military Clothing sales Store).

[SarDragon]

Where is a good place to get "high gloss" shoes?

www.qmuniforms.com

Save your money. Learn to polish leather shoes. They last longer, and end up being cheaper in the long run. That is based on 40 some-odd years of wearing military low quarter shoes.

[jb512]

 Yeah, I figured that out.  Also, nameplate, belt, etc, etc, etc.
Where is a good place to get "high gloss" (that is what it said to get  )shoes?

Nameplate, belt, and other CAP-specific insignia: Vanguard or The Hock Shop.

Shoes: I strongly recommend regular shine 'em up low quarters - one's gotta learn to shine shoes and boots! An army-navy store is an OK place to find them but you're taking a gamble with the quality; some used (and even new) shoes and boots may be cheap but eventually they'll fall apart. High-gloss poromeric ('corfams') and patent leather scratch easy and are a pain to maintain.

My plastic shoes have always been easy to maintain.... just a quick douse of windex before every meeting...   

[SarDragon]

You, as a senior member, might have better luck with not damaging your shiny shoes. It is much more difficult for cadets to do the same. Scratches and dings are permanent, and VERY hard to cover up. OTOH, leather shoes can be worked over to minimize damage that is less visible or noticeable in the first place.

[jb512]

You, as a senior member, might have better luck with not damaging your shiny shoes. It is much more difficult for cadets to do the same. Scratches and dings are permanent, and VERY hard to cover up. OTOH, leather shoes can be worked over to minimize damage that is less visible or noticeable in the first place.

Well, the only reason I didn't wear them when I was a cadet was that I couldn't afford them, otherwise I'd have owned a pair then.  But, shoe shining builds character anyway...  wonder why that didn't work.

[dogboy]

Some Squadrons (and Encampments) prohibit Cadets, or at least Cadet non-officers, from wearing Poromeric high gloss shoes.

Mostly this is based on the theory the shoe-shining is good for the soul but a case can be made, as it was above, that Poromeric shoe scuff too easily to be used for cadet drill.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Poromeric_imitation_leather

[jb512]

Some Squadrons (and Encampments) prohibit Cadets, or at least Cadet non-officers, from wearing Poromeric high gloss shoes.

Mostly this is based on the theory the shoe-shining is good for the soul but a case can be made, as it was above, that Poromeric shoe scuff too easily to be used for cadet drill.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Poromeric_imitation_leather

I agree with non-officer cadets having to shine their own shoes, but I don't see a made case.  I'd give the officers a little more credit...  They're drilling in them, not playing football.

[jb512]

You, as a senior member, might have better luck with not damaging your shiny shoes. It is much more difficult for cadets to do the same. Scratches and dings are permanent, and VERY hard to cover up. OTOH, leather shoes can be worked over to minimize damage that is less visible or noticeable in the first place.

I, as a senior member, drill as much in my shiny shoes as they do.

[SDF_Specialist]

You, as a senior member, might have better luck with not damaging your shiny shoes. It is much more difficult for cadets to do the same. Scratches and dings are permanent, and VERY hard to cover up. OTOH, leather shoes can be worked over to minimize damage that is less visible or noticeable in the first place.

I, as a senior member, drill as much in my shiny shoes as they do.

Shiny shoes or not, everyone should be drilling. It helps with the military image that some want us to have.

[Cecil DP]

Some Squadrons (and Encampments) prohibit Cadets, or at least Cadet non-officers, from wearing Poromeric high gloss shoes.

Mostly this is based on the theory the shoe-shining is good for the soul but a case can be made, as it was above, that Poromeric shoe scuff too easily to be used for cadet drill.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Poromeric_imitation_leather

Don't forget that the poromeric shoes retain heat and if you wear them them for too long  or sweat in them, you could have some nasty cases of foot rot. Especially wearing socks made of a polyester blend.

[SARDOC]

Civil Air Patrol Cadet Uniform Program Instructions
This program provides an opportunity for a new cadet to receive, at no cost to the cadet, a basic blue Air Force uniform, provided the unit commander approves the request and funds continue to be available in the program.

Cadets are responsible for purchasing the CAP accessories (name tag, ribbons, grade insignia, hat device, etc.) required for proper wear of the uniform. For CAP accessories, contact Vanguard at 1.800.221.1264.

Free uniform items must be returned (or replaced, if lost or damaged) to the local CAP unit in the event the cadet withdraws from the cadet program within the first year of membership. The parent/guardian assumes the responsibility on behalf of the minor child. The unit commander will make every reasonable effort to retrieve these uniform items. Uniforms received under this program will not be sold, rented or given to anyone other than CAP cadets.

Ordering Instructions
You must use e-Services (www.capnhq.gov) to order your uniform under this Cadet Uniform Program. Once your membership application is processed, you will receive a membership card with your CAPID number. You should use the CAPID to log into e-Services, or you may use your Social Security Number.

Click on the "First time users" link and follow the instructions. Once you have established your account, log into e-Services and look for the "Cadet Uniform" link on the left side.

Click the "Cadet Uniform" link and follow the instructions to order a cadet uniform under this program. If you need help with sizing information, click on the male or female sizing charts. Commanders and Deputy Commander are authorized to input orders on behalf of the cadet.

Important Numbers
To check the status of your Cadet Membership application, contact NHQ CAP/LMM at 1.877.227.9142.

To check the status of your uniform order, contact the Army Air Force Exchange Service (AAFES) at 1.800.527.2345. Be prepared to provide your CAPID.

To exchange a uniform item(s), return to:
Lackland Military Clothing Sales Store
1520 Kirkland, Bldg 6659
San Antonio, TX 78236

Questions about your exchange? Call 1.210.674.0190. You will need to include CAPID, name, address, phone number, and the size(s) you need. Do NOT call this number to check the status of your order (see above)!

Sorry for the Really Old Bump...

We have a couple of cadets who have not finished their first year...where is the regulation that states they have to return the "free" uniform.  Is their an agreement they sign or something that is enforceable?

[NC Hokie]

Sorry for the Really Old Bump...

We have a couple of cadets who have not finished their first year...where is the regulation that states they have to return the "free" uniform.  Is their an agreement they sign or something that is enforceable?

It's on the CAPF 15, just above the parent's signature block.

[jimmydeanno]

Hope that helps.

d. Cadet Uniform Program.  Upon joining CAP, cadets are eligible to receive an Air Forcestyle blues uniform at no cost, depending on the availability of federal funding through the Air Force.  Cadets request a uniform using the Cadet Uniform Program feature in eServices. Cadets who leave CAP within their first year of membership are expected to return the uniform items to the unit so the commander may issue the uniform to another cadet. Additional information about the Cadet Uniform Program is available at capmembers.com/newcadet.

1-10. Cadet Uniform Program.  Each year CAP sets aside a portion of its Federally-appropriated funds to purchase uniforms for new CAP cadets.  New cadets may only receive one uniform under this program.

a. If a cadet leaves the program during the first year the unit commander should make an effort to retrieve the uniform from the cadet.

b. Summary reports of uniforms issued through this program are available in eServices under Restricted Applications.   Supply officers should use this report to verify receipt of uniforms by cadets.  Commanders must inform NHQ CAP/LGS if uniforms are not received.

[SARDOC]

^^^thank you two for the information that helps