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Sergio Del Rio has been promoted to Fewbie level
khurramm replied to Frederic's topic in Off-Road Club's Announcements
Congrats @Sergio del Rio 💥 -
Sergio Del Rio has been promoted to Fewbie level
Sergio del Rio replied to Frederic's topic in Off-Road Club's Announcements
Thank you soo much Fred!! More Dunes! -
untilLeading in the desert is one of the most rewarding off-road experiences — blending raw adventure, strategic decision-making, and real-time teamwork in a dynamic and unforgiving environment. In the Leaders Lead – Third & Final Session, you’ll put everything you've learned into action. After mastering convoy management and GPS navigation, this final challenge pushes you to apply your leadership skills in one of the most technical and demanding desert terrains in the UAE. This advanced session is designed to test your capabilities across three critical areas: Mastering Technical Dunes: You'll be leading through intense, no-go-level terrain, where every crest, bowl, and drop demands precise control, route planning, and advanced sand reading skills. This module focuses on driving judgment and maintaining convoy rhythm through the harshest dune structures. Adaptive Leadership Based on Convoy Performance: Learn how to dynamically adjust the drive level in real-time — scaling up when the team is confident and scaling down to ensure safety when needed. This teaches you to interpret convoy synergy, driving skills, and situational readiness without compromising the drive’s flow. Managing Complex Recoveries: You'll face high-risk recovery simulations that test your ability to assess, lead, and execute under pressure. From stuck vehicles in side slopes to near rollovers, you'll learn how to orchestrate safe and efficient solutions using the right tools, communication, and leadership composure. Drive Details Level: Selective Advisors - @J-P L and @Frans M When: 9 October 2026, Friday - Third Session Meeting time: 3.00 PM, (Sharp, without any exceptions) Meeting Point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/ogE8dYKyQssyggrh7 Type of Car: Any proper 4x4 with front and back tow hooks and 8-10 inches of ground clearance. Approximate finish time: 6.30 PM -
Congratulations @Sergio del Rio for reaching Fewbie Level with Carnity Offroad Club! Looking forward to seeing you growing further and helping others to learn the art of offroading in a safe environment. Please make sure your Carnity user profile is always updated with all the latest Emergency contact details, and you have your required offroad gears as per your level. FEWBIE Drives Attended (Indicative) Minimum 5 Newbie drives are required within last 3 months for Fewbie promotion. What you'll learn Basic dune and sand reading Self-recovery techniques Shoveling at right place Crawling out of difficult situations Blip Blip - Coordinate steering and gas control Basic side sloping and hill climb Basic ridge riding and criss crossing Basic control over technical dunes Slightly faster pace desert driving Ability to manage stuck/refusals with radio Learn to control and avoid fishtailing Never fight or challenge gravity Skills required Enthusiastic and positive attitude Willingness to learn and help others Presence of mind and attention to detail Car Worthiness Any 4x4 vehicle with low range gearing Suitable approach and departure angle Off-road gear required Safety flag, tire deflator, tire pressure gauge, shovel, fire extinguisher, medical kit, radio (walkie-talkie), air compressor. Drive teamwork Manage second lead and sweep positions upon request Intuitive and proactive to support Trip Lead Observe recoveries and offer help, when needed Drive Joining Join Newbie and Fewbie drives Forum participation Active participation on the forum Share drive experience + feedback Share drive pictures in the gallery Post trip report after the drive -
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No laso this year, they gave up after last year successful attemp? -
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@Steffi@Asmae Bazaani@Rasna@Mei Ling@Aggy22@Ana@Jerzi@Sohini81 tagging you all as we are trying to get as many women in as possible! Of course, existing male Carnity members can also bring a female passenger along on this drive. - Yesterday
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Sounds good. We’ll celebrate your anniversary trip. I will bring smth to match well with your snacks. All the signs are pointing to a great mystery trip. See you in two days. -
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Cant wait should be brilliant! -
untilDRIVE DESCRIPTION Short Summer Blast . Join us on Satday morning roller coaster from the 2nd Dec Cafe entry to Big Red. We will be linking some of the play areas, climbs and classic landmarks within this classic dune driving area. Made for finding your rhythm and building confidence behind the wheel. It should be a fun, scenic Fewbie-friendly drive, aiming to be aired-up and home before the heat bites. Bring water, bring your flag, bring a sense of adventure. The dunes are waiting. RSVP now and let's drive! 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 DRIVE DETAILS Level: Fewbie and above When : 11 Oct 2026, Sunday Meeting time: 06:30 AM Meeting Point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/4GmbDXmN3h7axnm5A 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,, enthusiasm and willingness to learn. Mandatory off-road gears: Fewbie and above, Tire deflator, tire pressure gauge, compressor, walkie-talkie radio, off-road flag, shovel, first-aid kit, fire extinguisher, Intermediate and above, Kinetic Tow Rope and 2 soft Shackles. Note: Please ensure that all of your off-road gear is securely tied down with ratchet straps in the rear compartment of the vehicle. Bungy type tie downs are not suitable for tying down off-road gear. Approximate finish time: 09:45 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 pm. If the RSVP is full, you can add your name to the waitlist. Once anyone 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. -
untilBY POPULAR DEMAND: The Al Adlah Strip We’re starting from the easternmost edge of Al Adlah, heading straight into a narrow corridor packed with some fantastic star-shaped dune formations. The opening section will keep things tight and technical as we thread our way through the stars. As the terrain opens up, the smaller formations give way to large, long-range dunes — ideal territory for practising smooth criss-crossing, controlled transitions and maintaining flow across the ridges. Expect a drive that rewards good positioning, momentum and reading the terrain ahead. The aim isn’t to rush — it’s to find that sweet spot where the convoy flows effortlessly across the dunes. ☕ The final 20 minutes are reserved for something equally important: iced coffee lattes, camp chairs and some good conversation under the desert sky. Camp chair is mandatory. No chair, no latte. 😎 You’ll be home before midnight — assuming you live in Abu Dhabi. 🌙 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 DRIVE DETAILS Level: Fewbie and above Meeting time: 19:00 (SHARP - Without any exceptions) Meeting Point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/QmZdwYr1DbAMgVCS6 Meeting Coordinates: 24.4137780, 55.0222218 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, enthusiasm and willingness to learn. Approximate finish time: 22:00 P.S. Only join if you have a compressor to inflate your tires after the drive. LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE This drive is limited to 8 cars only. RSVP will close on friday 17:00 If the RSVP is full, you can add your name to the waitlist, once someone drops, you will be moved to the RSVP list. 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 -
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Thanks, everyone, for a great day out in the dunes yesterday. A big thank you to @ChrisW for organizing and leading the trip. The route was excellent, from the double bowl through the long ridge lines. Lots of fun 🤩. Many thanks to @Infazfor an outstanding job as second lead and to @Beide Workufor a great sweep and for being the mobile tyre workshop 😎. Congrats to @Enrico - Mountain on completing his first FB+ drive. You handled the bigger dunes and the double bowl really well, and it was a pleasure to see you step up to the new level. I have prepared a short recap of the trip, which you can find here: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DeG323Zo2La/?stkn=MWRjcmp4djNqZno2cQ== -
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A few video clips of yesterday’s drive! 😎🙌 -
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This will also be my 150th carnity club drive, so i'll bring along some snacks to go with the iced coffee this time! MUST READ IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THE KHATIM ANOMALY -
@Chris Redmondyou recently changed to Pajero. Any feedback to share on the BAIC?
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Hello, new here with a BJ40C mounted with 285/70/17. Will gladly like to exchange on the car's behaviour with other owners. About any specificf Baic club, I learned that the dealership organises runs for its 4x4 owners... the question is when... and how to get on a list. I have mentionned to them that I wanted to be informed. If any news, I will post here. Cheers, Stephan
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untilCarnity Off-Road Club Drive Description Never driven in the desert before? Our Beginner-Level Drive is the perfect introduction to the world of off-roading. Learn the basics, build your confidence behind the wheel, meet fellow enthusiasts, and enjoy an unforgettable morning exploring the pristine dunes of Al Fayah. Already a seasoned off-roader? This is also a great opportunity to enjoy a relaxed morning in the desert and bring along friends or family who might be keen to experience off-roading for the first time. No Previous Off-Road Experience Required New to Carnity? Complete your onboarding before joining your first drive. 👋 COMPLETE YOUR ONBOARDING 🚙 Drive Details Level Newbie and above — all levels Meeting Time 06:30 AM Meeting Point Al Fayah 📍 OPEN MEETING POINT IN GOOGLE MAPS Coordinates: 24.381803, 54.987280 Type of Car Any proper 4x4 with front and back tow hooks and 8–10 inches of ground clearance. What to Bring Loads of water, snacks for yourself, smiles, enthusiasm and willingness to learn. Approximate Finish Time 10:30 AM approx. 🚗 Limited Spots Available Maximum 12 Cars This drive is limited to 12 cars only. If the RSVP is full, add your name to the waitlist. Once anyone drops, you will be moved to the RSVP list. RSVP will close a day prior to prepare the convoy list. -
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Frederic commented on Frans M's gallery image in Leaders Lead - I - Learn to lead the desert drive 2Oct 2026
too much luxury 😁 -
Hardly used Rated for 8700kgs -
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Good trails, great team and superb leads... , @Frederic @Sam Selim @JC_E @Thomas54675 @khurramm wish to see more of such "technical and slow" in winter -
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Thank you @ChrisW, your drive makes it look so effortless, while we are behind you flailing away between the feelings of exhilaration and pure frenzy. @Infaz helped me understand the importance of manually down-shifting to maintain RPM's, something I will need to practise, switching over to manual selections from the start (which I will focus on the next drive). Such faster paced, flowing, and larger dunes will require me to become a more conscientious driver. FB+ will definately challenge my abilities (which I am looking forward to), as I cannot just power through, but need to develop the necessary skill - to make it look as beautiful as you guys. -
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Congratulations @Enrico - Mountain.. see you soon in the sand. -
Saumik1989 has been promoted to Fewbie Plus Level
saumik1989 replied to Frederic's topic in Off-Road Club's Announcements
@Andrew John Melvill @_luke_ @J-P L @khurrammThanks a lot. Definitely looking forward to seeing you guys in the sand!!
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