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Plenty more coming up! Catch you on one soon! @Yerem Davtyan

Wish I was there with you guys! My car wasn't ready yet so had to pull my name off the list.

Drive Summary. After a few months away, this was my first drive back after the crash — and it felt very good to be back behind the wheel and in the dunes again. The original plan was a nice, easy Fewbie night drive. Nothing too ambitious, just a chance to get back into the rhythm of desert driving. That plan lasted until we reached the long-range dunes, where we decided to turn things up a notch. From there, it was ridge riding non-stop. We found some fantastic long ridges and managed to keep the convoy moving with very few interruptions. As @Asif Hussain put it, we had “amazing flow — smooth as butter.” It was one of those drives where everything just seemed to come together. The night also delivered plenty of desert wildlife. Along the way we spotted mice, rabbits and several scorpions, adding a bit of nighttime wildlife watching between the ridges. By the end of the drive we'd covered around 40 km in 2 hours 30 minutes, which gives a pretty good indication of just how well the convoy was flowing. We finished with a relaxed 20-minute chat over iced lattes and popcorn — not a bad way to wrap up my first drive back. A drive that was supposed to be an easy return to the sand ended up being considerably more energetic than planned, but I wouldn't have wanted it any other way. Great ridges, great flow, great company — and very good to be back. Thanks @Asif Hussain and @Giacomo for the excellent drive, let's do it again soon!

RSVP is now locked. Convoy below. We will use channel 10. Don't forget your chair!

@luke all set to go! It’s my first drive following you, I’m very excited to see you as our leader today. See you at 8PM

Hi @Asif Hussain & @Giacomo Hope you are looking forward to an easy paced night drive tonight. Should be a very nice looking cresent moon hanging above us to enjoy whilst exploring Fayah. @JC_E might join us as well. I was out there last night and the temps are dropping to a nice level by the time we expect to finish, which will be perfect for a quick coffee or tea break. See you there tonight!

Nice convoy developing, looking forward to the drive!

Hi @Asif Ahamed. Same issue noted with you being added to the Manage tab rather than the Going tab on the RSVP. I've removed you from that and added you to Going. We'll look at this on Saturday.

DRIVE DESCRIPTION Nestled in the heart of Dubai’s desert, Al Qudra offers a perfect mix of terrain for an exciting offroad adventure. We’ll kick off with a short sabkha drive and enter our first set of dunes near Three Trees. We'll head north-east and then take a break on a sabkha. Expect to be challenged where focus, skill, and patience will be the order of this part of the drive. Then onwards to the flowing Qudra Secret Dunes that allow for smooth cruising. Expect a dynamic route with plenty of opportunities to practice side-sloping, short hill climbs, and dune crossings, all while maintaining a steady, enjoyable pace. ⚠️ IMPORTANT - PLEASE READ CAREFULLY AND COMPLY Environmental Policy Off-road Flag Guideline Two Way Radio Guideline Off road Driving Etiquette's Emergency details for all off-roaders Off Road Driving - Roles & Responsibilities Safety Protocols During Emergency Alert 🚙 JOINING OUR CLUB FOR THE FIRST TIME? Please share a small introduction on the forum and provide the following details: Vehicle Make, Model, Color, and Year Any prior off-road experience (if applicable). Confirmation of front and rear tow hooks / recovery points Confirmation you have a programmable radio and safety flag. 🎥 MUST WATCH BELOW: Newbie Video Briefing (mandatory) 🕖 DRIVE DETAILS Level: Absolute Newbie, Newbie and above (all levels) When: Saturday, August 22, 2026 Meeting time: 6 AM (Arrive 15 minutes early to get setup as the briefing will start promptly at 6 AM) Meeting point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/gzVuiiH4vdd9ob8t7 Approximate finish time: 10 AM 🚗 VEHICLE REQUIREMENTS Any proper 4x4 vehicle. If in doubt, please mention on the drive topic forum post. Front and rear tow hooks / recovery points. 8–10 inches minimum ground clearance 🎒 WHAT TO BRING Loads of water, snacks, smiles, enthusiasm and willingness to learn. We also recommend adequate protection from the sun and closed shoes. 🧰 OFFROAD GEARS Tire deflator and Tire pressure gauge. Air compressor. A programmable Walkie-talkie radio. Off-road safety flag. A proper shovel. First-aid kit and Fire extinguisher. ✅ RSVP Confirm your attendance by clicking on "GOING" in the Calendar Event. Your name will appear on the RSVP list. If the RSVP is full, add yourself to the waitlist. As soon as a spot becomes available you will be moved automatically to the RSVP list. The RSVP closes one day prior to the drive Latecomers will be turned back (no exceptions) No RSVP = No Drive Please withdraw your RSVP if your plans change Repeated no-shows may result in 1-month suspension PLEASE RSVP ON THE CALENDAR

Congrats @Riyad, been a while, hope to see you on the sand soon

Congrats buddy and onward !! @Sebastian Nohse

DRIVE DESCRIPTION This drive is all about understanding the difference between Speed and Momentum and learning why more speed isn't always the answer. We will work on carrying the right momentum through the terrain, maintaining smooth and controlled inputs and choosing the right line rather than simply relying on the accelerator. Throughout the drive, we will look at when a little extra speed is useful, when maintaining momentum is more important and when slowing things down actually gives you greater control. The aim is a smooth, flowing convoy, using good line selection, controlled throttle and well-timed momentum to tackle this terrain efficiently. 🕖 DRIVE DETAILS Level: Fewbie Plus and above When: 22 August 2026, Saturday Meeting time: 07:00 AM - Sharp (Without any exceptions). Meeting Point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/jS5iaTBUxCf7trDE8 (24°19'10.9"N 55°25'03.2"E) Approximate finish time: 10:30 AM 🚗VEHICLE REQUIREMENTS Any proper 4x4 vehicle. If in doubt, please mention on the drive topic. Front and rear tow hooks / recovery points. 8–10 inches minimum ground clearance 🎒 WHAT TO BRING Loads of water, snacks, smiles, enthusiasm and willingness to learn. We also recommend adequate protection from the sun and closed shoes. 🧰 OFFROAD GEARS Tire deflator and Tire pressure gauge. Air compressor. A programmable Walkie-talkie radio. Off-road safety flag. A proper shovel. First-aid kit and Fire extinguisher. ✅ RSVP Confirm your attendance by clicking on "GOING" in the Calendar Event. Your name will appear on the RSVP list. If the RSVP is full, add yourself to the waitlist. As soon as a spot becomes available you will be moved automatically to the RSVP list. The RSVP closes one day prior to the drive Latecomers will be turned back (no exceptions) No RSVP = No Drive Please withdraw your RSVP if plans change Repeated no-shows may result in 1-month suspension

Please read, understand, and follow the guidelines, etiquette, and responsibilities below. MUST READ AND COMPLY Environmental Policy Offroad Flag Guideline Two Way Radio Guideline Off road Driving Etiquette's Emergency details for all off-roaders Off Road Driving - Roles & Responsibilities Convoy Off-road Drives - Safety protocol during emergency alert DRIVE DETAILS Level: Fewbie Plus and above (all levels) Meeting time: 07:00 (SHARP - Without any exceptions) Meeting Point https://maps.app.goo.gl/F3XBVkn5o4F3LLek8 Type of Car: Any proper 4x4 with front and back tow hooks and 8-10 inches of ground clearance. What to bring along: Loads of water, snacks (for yourself), smiles, face mask, rubber gloves, enthusiasm and willingness to learn. Approximate finish time: 11:00 am P.S. Only join if you have a compressor to inflate your tires after the drive. LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE This drive is limited to 10 cars only. RSVP will close on Friday- 12:00. If the RSVP is full, you can add your name to the waitlist, once someone drops, you will be moved to the RSVP list. RSVP will close a day prior to preparing a convoy list. Latecomers will be returned back - Without any exceptions. Members without RSVP will be returned back - Without any exceptions. Please withdraw your RSVP, if you aren't joining, so your spot can be taken by others. Repeated no-show members after RSVP will have their account suspended for a month Please RSVP on the calendar below: