I understand that the PX has a lot of the things you will need to purchase for BCT. What sort of items are recommended that we already should have when we arrive at BCT?

your recruiter should have provided u with a list of the neccesary essentials that you will need for basic..If not ask them for one..

http://www.armydep.com has a list.

[url]http://www.armystudyguide.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=786[/url]

This thread should help you out with any questions you have. Any other questions, just let us know.

You should try to find the site for the basic training camp you are going to as some are more specific as to what you are allowed to bring and what you must purchase there.

edit: for example, I looked at the link posted directly above me.. I'm going to benning and on their site:

http://www-benning.army.mil/ITB/

They specifically tell you not to bring running shoes, and only one lock (specifies combo lock) etc.