Frank Perrera goes with “Coffee and breakfast sandwich back on the road.” John Matos enjoys “Large coffee, half n half, sugar, and 2 cheese danish from the rack next to the cashier.” Kenny Santana pairs caffeine with a treat, saying, “Coffee, Lil Debbie’s, and keep those wheels rolling… c’mon.” Mike Hawkins keeps it simple with “Coffee and a corn dog,” while Tina Steele covers breakfast, a snack, and dinner in her selection: “A snack, a Monster and peanuts; breakfast, breakfast sandwich and coffee; dinner, one salad or eating chicken steak inside.”

Energy drinks are a common choice. Jon Walker pairs a “Chicken roller and Red Bull,” Joel Marlow enjoys “Monster and Ruffles,” and Shawn Lance picks “Beef jerky and a Monster energy drink.” Anthony Chapman chooses “1L of Dr Pepper and a bag of beef jerky,” while Jason Eckert grabs “Coke Zero and UTZ party mix.”

Salty snacks and chips also feature heavily. Kenneth Willeford enjoys “Hot Cheetos and a Diet Coke,” David Johnson selects “Pretzel and cheese combos and Mountain Dew,” and Alvaro Mendoza picks “Sunflower seeds and a Rockstar.” Kathy Hudson keeps it classic with “Pork rinds and Dr. Pepper,” while Brian Tucker opts for “Jalapeño cheddar Cheetos.”

Sweet treats appear alongside drinks as well. Bill Hazelton goes for “Dr Pepper and Butterfinger,” Brian Jones chooses “Jolt soda and Milky Way,” and Kathy Evans picks “Twinkies and a big gulp.” Jason Eckert adds a mix of salty and sweet: “Coke Zero and UTZ party mix.”

Pizza, roller dogs, and hot dogs are also popular. Jordan Jones enjoys “A roller dog and a tall boy,” Tommy Alan Whitman picks “A cheeeeeeeeze burger and a sodee-water,” Marcus Venden chooses “Pizzeria combos and a 1 liter of Baja Mountain Dew,” and Rennie Nixon grabs “Sausage on a stick and a Coke.”

Many drivers also go for practical hydration. Chuck Whitworth pairs “Water and beef jerky,” Brandon Chastain goes for the same, and Mark Voss selects “Water and Chicken Strips.” Cody Blankenship keeps it simple with “Water and chicky nuggets,” while Brian Delavallade enjoys “Fiji and cashews.”

Other unique picks include Eli Fleming’s “Quart of whole milk and an unfrosted cheese danish,” Susan Miller Ratcliffe’s “Bear claw and coffee,” and Alexus Whitmore’s “Vita Water, particularly the Squeezed Lemonade Zero Sugar one, and White Cheddar Cheeto Puffs.”

From classic breakfast sandwiches and coffee to energy drinks with beef jerky, spicy chips with soda, or pizza combos with Mountain Dew, these choices highlight the wide-ranging tastes that keep drivers fueled on the road. What’s your favorite snack and drink combo to keep you alert on the road? Join our Facebook community today to join the conversation.

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Healthy Choices for the Long Haul

For those looking to keep it nutritious, there were plenty of great suggestions:

• Theresa Adolf keeps it light with hummus and tortilla chips.
• Steven Scanlan opts for walnuts and cashew nuts.
• Leah Soderstrom enjoys beef jerky, cashews, almonds, and dried fruit.
• Dale Watt prefers pineapple and water for a refreshing and healthy pick-me-up.
• Donna Marie Csontos keeps it simple with grapes.
• Cindy Lynn Martin chooses crackers and apples for a balanced bite.

Salty Cravings

Sometimes, only something salty will do. These snacks were big hits:

• George Wilson loves beef and cheese sticks.
• Blane Justice stocks up on beef jerky, potato chips, and popcorn.
• Juan Manuel Lumbreras Jr. enjoys BBQ sunflower seeds.
• Tommy Barber and Ruth Herst swear by sunflower seeds.
• Paul Humphrey grabs a bag of Fritos.
• Ryan Fisher enjoys peanut butter crackers.

Sweet Treats

A little sugar goes a long way, especially on long drives:

• Kristy Stout Good shared that her husband always carried Pop-Tarts.
• Tracy Harbaugh keeps candy canes handy until they run out.
• Chris Crozier used to love peanut M&M’s but switched to cherry cheese Danish after a choking scare!
• Larry Shants keeps it nostalgic with Tootsie Pops.
• Brad Yorgy enjoys Tootsie Rolls.
• Janet Sitko chooses animal crackers for a sweet crunch.

Classic and Unique Picks

Some drivers shared their go-to classics or unique favorites:

• Blane Justice mixes things up with Club Soda alongside his snacks.
• Chris Finch loves beef jerky and sunflower seeds.
• Mark Crain combines beef jerky with sugar-free Rockstar to stay energized.
• Vinny Emaralds and Joe Ackernecht are fans of pretzels, with Vinny favoring flavored options.

A Community Full of Flavor

The variety of responses highlights just how diverse the tastes of truck drivers can be. Whether it’s healthy snacks, sweet indulgences, or salty staples, there’s something for everyone out on the road.

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Until September 21, Circle K Pro fleet cardholders have the opportunity to express their gratitude to truck drivers by sending them a free snack or drink as a token of appreciation during this special week. The gifts can be easily sent through a dedicated website, allowing for the addition of a personal message.

Truck drivers can visit the site to claim their gift, with no purchase required.

The selection includes:

• Medium Circle K Hot Coffee
• Medium Circle K Polar Pop
• Circle K Chips (2-2.625 oz)
• Circle K Candy (5-6 oz)
• Circle K Water (16.9 oz)

Source: Truckers News

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