I'm a 30 year-old, hardgaining ectomorph. Need advice for gaining.

[Maximus_Gluteus]

It took me roughly 4yrs overall. I trained and on and off, learning what works for me,and self educating on nutrition constantly. I have used gear too get where I am now. Right now, body fat is 12-13% or so, I just finished bulking,and now I am going too cut. My overall goal is 230-235lbs,6-7% bf

That's pretty impressive! What was your approximate weight 4 years ago? When did you first went on the gears, and how much did you weigh at the time?

As well as proper rest, 8hrs of sleep a night,or day minimum.
Ectos dont want too spend as much time in the gym as others, they need to focus on eating,and resting/recovering more than anything. 3-4 days a week of weights is plenty. The other days rest
Try a 5x5 workout routine, I had killer results with it. Made me stronger than I have ever been

That's a very good point that you mentioned the 8 hrs of sleep! I try to sleep 8 hours every night, but it's extremely difficult to do while in college. I normally get 6.5 hrs.

As to the 5x5 workout routine, is this 5 sets at 5 reps? I do 5 sets, too, but my reps is between 6-8.

[supragasm]

4yrs ago from today, I was lucky too be 170lbs on a good day,lol
First time I did a cycle was 2002, Ill admit I didnt know what I was doing. Just did what my buddy told me. I broke 200lbs, but it didnt last, I lost all of it real fast. Thats why this forum is nice, you can learn what you need to know before touching gear.

But Ive worked hard and maintained over 200lbs for a long time,without gear. Just recently did I finish a 12 week cycle and now up to about 230lbs
AAS isnt magic, if you dont know what you are getting into,as well as understanding diet, nutrition, when and what too eat, as well as proper training, technique being the main key, then its a waste of time and $

Can you take any naps with your school schedule? 6.5hrs and maybe a 45 min power nap?
Yes 5x5 is 5 sets, 5 reps, you want the weight so heavy, you are barely getting 5 reps. And you only do compound movements during it.