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By Gaurav
A big Shout-Out to all our offroad club members from across the globe 🌍
Congratulations on reaching a new milestone of having over 40+ Nationalities Offroaders in Carnity Offroad Club. One of the very few offroad clubs in UAE that welcomes and appreciate multicultural members.
At Carnity Offroad Club, we drive united as a truly multicultural family, bringing with us our thoughts, experiences and share interesting knowledge with our ever-expanding Carnity family. We pride ourselves at speaking different languages, having different views on our car knowledge and Off roading, but drive in Unity as it is the - way of life in true Dubai, UAE style.
So come and join our Carnity Offroad Club and add your own special flavour to enhance UAE’s ever-popular Offroad experience.
Below is the list of the various nationalities. In some nationalities even though there might be more within our group, we have mentioned only max 3 people. If we have missed out any nationality, please let us know and we shall update this list.
44 and counting - as of January 2021
Afghanistan: Ali Abbas Ali, Abu Muhammad Argentina - Martin, Miguel Ibarbia Bangladesh - Jalil bhai Belgium - Frederic, Vanessa8580 Brazil - Jorge Stepniak Felippe, Daniel Noguira, Canada - Adam Marston Denmark - Soren, Frederik Bisbjerg Egypt - Melenany, El Salvador - Mario Cornejo Finland - Matti Brockman, Tero Vallas France - Emmanuel, Julien V, Maxiben Germany - Ace1988 Hungary - Tamas Hoffmann, Archibald Jurdi India - Srikumar, Asif Hussain, Gaurav, Indonesia - Zed, IMAMP Iraq - Aus Alzubaidi Iran - Hossein, Yousef Alimadadi Ireland - Barry Italy - Magellan, Ale Valecchi, Lorenzo Candelpergher Jordan - BIG T, G.Huz Lebanon - Edouard Malaysia - E.C Tan Mauritius - AnishS, Veedooshee Mexico - Javier M Morocco - Jamy B Netherlands - Panda82, Xaf, Jeepie, Mels Wolf, Pakistan - Rahimdad, Bilal Ahmad, Atif Palestine - Mohamed Seidam The Philippines - Jun Zamora, Rinelle Sanaani, Kaile Barrameda Poland - Szymon Stankiewicz, Piotr Kolodziej Russia - Mikhail Lukichev Scotland - Foxtrot Oscar Serbia: Marko Todorovic, Predrag Acimovic Spain - Vsmano, Nacho, Jose Martin, Sri Lanka - Rizwanm2, Athula and Yasas South Africa - Gawie Herholdt, Colin Jordan, Hennie Schoeman, Jeandre Bezuidenhout, Kalahari Sweden - Per A, M.K, Christian Andras Switzerland - dberclaz Syria - Noor, Basil Turkey - Sertac, Halit Mert Issever, Denizzalbayrak Ukraine - YevgeniyDYM United Kingdom - Richard Melish, LewisCocks90, Wrangled United States of America - Jeffrey Osito Pilgreen Venezuela - Alexander Alcala
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By Gaurav
The Carnity off-road club grading structure provides you with a clear road map for your off-road journey, rewarding offroaders based on their Capability, Contribution and Commitment.
This lets you navigate your own path as you gain experience while keeping you, other drivers and your vehicle safe.
Driving with graded routes for your level and similar level off-roaders maximizes the fun for everyone without causing unwanted delays or pushing your vehicle beyond your limits.
With an aim of continuous improvement, we have clarified, improved and developed the grading structure.
Consistent with Carnity's commitment to community and contribution, there are now special benefits for senior off-roaders who commit to sharing the Carnity long-term vision and contributing to the success and growth of Carnity and it's off-road club.
Club Member
Subscribe to off-road enthusiast subscription. Joins the Off road Club. Introduce yourself in Absolute Newbie Drive. Share your off-road experience (if any) Share your vehicle details Share your off-road gears
Absolute Newbie
Attend and successfully complete the first "Absolute Newbie" off road drive. Minimum Requirements: Any 4x4/SUV/AWD with 8 - 10 inches of ground clearance. Front and rear tow hooks (stock tow hooks/eyelet are acceptable). Tire deflator and tire pressure gauge. You can transfer your existing off-road experience by self-declaring on the absolute newbie drive topic, so that trip lead can access your capabilities and promote you to the respective rank.
OFF-ROAD PROMOTIONS ARE BASED ON THESE FOUR MAJOR CRITERIAS.
Car Worthiness
25% Weightage
Mechanically able and sound to take off-road stress Better approach and departure angles with safe center of gravity Reliable and capable vehicle with better power to weight ratio
Driving Skills
25% Weightage
Drives safe and responsibly without damaging any vehicle Drives reasonably well at par with others in the same rank Able to modulate driving as per terrain and convoy response
Teamwork
25% Weightage
Help and support others as per off-road rank and capacity Being respectful, considerate and tolerant even under stress Support in recoveries and share off-road gears, when needed
Tactical Skills
25% Weightage
Capable to self-recover from most common off-road situations Split second decision making with an ability to retreat Ability to sense and avert from imminent dangers
NEWBIE
Drive Attended
Successful completion of 1 Absolute Newbie Drive
What you'll learn
Introduction to off-roading Desert driving techniques Advance vehicle handling Tire deflation and inflation Use of HI/LO gearing and differential lock Basic side sloping and crossing sand dunes safely
Skills required
Attentive and cautious Patience and tolerance towards others Clear communication and listening skills
Car Worthiness
Any 4x4/SUV/AWD with 8 - 10 inches of ground clearance Front and rear tow hooks (stock tow hooks/eyelet are acceptable) Off-road gear required
Safety flag, tire deflator, tire pressure gauge, shovel, fire extinguisher, medical kit, radio (walkie-talkie), air compressor.
Drive teamwork
Follow the briefing and Trip Lead instructions Follow Off road Driving Etiquette's at all times No dangerous maneuver and stunts
Drive Joining
Join Newbie drives only
Forum participation
Active participation on the forum Share drive experience + feedback Share drive pictures in the gallery Update Emergency Contact Details under Carnity user profile
Find out 7 levels of off-road drive with Carnity Off-road Club
FEWBIE
Tentative timeline: 1 - 3 Months.
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 Basic self-recovery techniques Advance side sloping and hill climb Basic ridge riding and criss crossing Basic control over technical dunes Slightly faster pace desert driving
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
And Fewbie Plus, after 5 drives at Fewbie level only
Forum participation
Active participation on the forum Share drive experience + feedback Share drive pictures in the gallery Post trip report after the drive
Find out 7 levels of off-road drive with Carnity Off-road Club
INTERMEDIATE
Tentative timeline: 3 - 6 Months.
Drives Attended (Indicative)
Minimum 10 drives are required after fewbie promotion and within last 6 months.
(Drives can be a mix of Newbie, Fewbie (50%) and 2 Fewbie plus, depending on your adaptability, learning progress and Marshal’s feedback)
What you'll learn
Basic GPS and navigational skills Basic tow rope and winch recoveries Extreme side sloping and long hill climb Tall dunes ridge riding and criss crossing Precise control over technical dunes Fast pace desert driving Skills required
Adventurous and thrill seeker but in a safe manner Level headed under stressful situations Responsible, dependable and accountable
Car Worthiness
Capable 4x4 vehicle with low range gearing Suitable approach and departure angle High profile tires Off-road gear required
Safety flag, tire deflator, tire pressure gauge, shovel, fire extinguisher, medical kit, radio (walkie-talkie), air compressor, tool kit, rated recovery rope and 2 rated shackles, GPS.
Drive teamwork
Manage center forward position with Trip Lead’s permission Learn/assist recoveries under Trip Lead’s supervision Re-route convoy and coordination, when needed Learn to lead small portion of Intermediate drive under Marshal supervision Drive Joining
Join Newbie, Fewbie, Intermediate and Exploration drives only
Forum participation
Active participation on the forum Share drive experience + feedback Share drive pictures in the gallery Post trip report after the drive
Find out 7 levels of off-road drive with Carnity Off-road Club
ADVANCE - Carnity Exclusivity
Tentative timeline: 6 - 9 Months.
Carnity Benefits
Off-road Certification with rank and skills achieved Join any drive in “Manage” tab even when drive is full
Carnity Contribution
Committed to drive with Carnity off-road club only Lead/Support: 3 drives or more per month at least Forum contribution to earn Carnity points
Drives Attended (Indicative)
Minimum 10 drives are required after Intermediate promotion.
(Drives can be a mix of Newbie, Fewbie and Intermediate, depending on your adaptability, learning progress and Marshal’s feedback)
What you'll learn
Advance GPS and navigational skills Route planning, back tracking, safe exits Technical and extreme recoveries Learn to lead on medium to tall dunes How to avoid or lead through technical dunes Fast pace extreme desert driving (optional)
Skills required
Meticulous planning and preparation Ready for new challenges or unexpected situations Leadership skills to always put the team before yourself
Car Worthiness
Capable 4x4 vehicle with low range gearing Suitable approach and departure angle High profile tires
Off-road gear required
Safety flag, tire deflator, tire pressure gauge, shovel, fire extinguisher, medical kit, radio (walkie-talkie), air compressor, tool kit, rated recovery rope and 2 rated shackles, GPS, Floor jack and jack board, tire repair kit, tool box, tie-down straps, fluids.
Drive teamwork
Lead Fewbie or Intermediate drive under Marshal supervision Learn to scale drive level as per convoy response Support in training offroaders at all levels
Drive Joining
All Levels Forum participation
Active participation on the forum Share drive experience + feedback Share drive pictures in the gallery Post trip report after the drive
Find out 7 levels of off-road drive with Carnity Off-road Club
EXPERT - Carnity Exclusivity
Tentative timeline: 9 - 12 Months.
Carnity Benefits
Off-road Certification with rank and skills achieved Full access to Carnity without any paid subscription Join any drive in “Manage” tab even when drive is full
Carnity Contribution
Committed to drive with Carnity off-road club only Lead/Support: 3 drives or more per month at least Forum contribution to earn Carnity points
Drives Attended (Indicative)
Minimum 10 drives are required for Expert promotion along with mandatory attendance to 3 leaders lead training session.
Plan, post and lead 2 Fewbie level drives under any Marshal or Crew supervision.
(Promotion will be based on Marshal / Crew feedback.)
What you'll learn
Navigating with or without GPS on the fly Trip planning, safety exits and recce skills Basic firefighting and first aid techniques Basic knowledge of car and overheating issues Minimal response to vehicle breakdown and accidents
Skills required
Resilient, calculative and rational thinker Self-reliance, positive attitude and forward thinking Kind, selfless and considerate to other’s concerns
Car Worthiness
Capable 4x4 vehicle with low range gearing Suitable approach and departure angle High profile tires Off-road gear required
Safety flag, tire deflator, tire pressure gauge, shovel, fire extinguisher, medical kit, radio (walkie-talkie), air compressor, tool kit, rated recovery rope and 2 rated shackles, GPS, Floor jack and jack board, tire repair kit, tool box, tie-down straps, fluids.
Drive teamwork
Lead Fewbie or Intermediate drive with Marshal permission Inspect vehicle for safety before the off-road drive Support Marshal to learn 1:1 Desert Driving Course
Drive Joining
All Levels Forum participation
Active participation on the forum Share drive experience + feedback Share drive pictures in the gallery Post trip report after the drive
Find out 7 levels of off-road drive with Carnity Off-road Club
MARSHAL - Carnity Exclusivity
Tentative timeline: 12 - 18 Months from joining.
Carnity Benefits
Earn reward and recognition from 1:1 Desert Driving Course Off-road Certification with rank and skills achieved Full access to Carnity without any paid subscription Join any drive in “Manage” tab even when drive is full
Carnity Contribution
Committed to drive with Carnity off-road club only Lead/Support drives as per Carnity drive planning Carnity off-road club betterment and advancement
Drives Attended (Indicative)
Minimum 20 drives are required for Marshal promotion along with mandatory attendance to leaders lead drives.
(Promotion will be based on Marshal / Crew feedback.)
What you'll learn
Trip route planning as per convoy’s response Drive topic and calendar posting and management Deal with different cultures, mind sets and nationalities Explore new areas and conduct recce trips independently Basic car technical and electronic management skills
Skills required
Humble, approachable and social person Matured, pro-active, calm and composed Mentor-ship skills to train off roaders at all levels
Car Worthiness
Capable 4x4 vehicle with low range gearing Suitable approach and departure angle High profile tires Off-road gear required
Safety flag, tire deflator, tire pressure gauge, shovel, fire extinguisher, medical kit, radio (walkie-talkie), air compressor, tool kit, rated recovery rope and 2 rated shackles, GPS, Floor jack and jack board, tire repair kit, tool box, tie-down straps, fluids.
Drive teamwork
Lead ALL LEVEL drives independently Assign and manage second lead, center forward and sweep Support and supervise senior offroaders at all levels
Drive Joining
All Levels Forum participation
Active participation on the forum Share drive experience + feedback Share drive pictures in the gallery Post trip report after the drive
Find out 7 levels of off-road drive with Carnity Off-road Club
CREW - Carnity Exclusivity
Tentative timeline: 18 - 24 Months from joining.
Carnity Benefits
Earn reward and recognition from 1:1 Desert Driving Course Off-road Certification with rank and skills achieved Full access to Carnity without any paid subscription Full access to Carnity for 1 friend or family member Join any drive in “Manage” tab even when drive is full
Carnity Contribution
Committed to drive with Carnity off-road club only Lead 3 drives or more per month with 1 Newbie drive at least Carnity off-road club strategic planning and be future-ready
Drives Attended (Indicative)
Minimum 50 drives are required for Crew promotion along with mandatory attendance to leaders lead drives.
(Promotion will be based on Crew feedback.)
What you'll learn
Plan and manage weekly drive calendar Optimum utilization of existing resources Track all drives and manage all Marshal’s progress Strategic ideas to maximize participation and teamwork Adherence to all guidelines, procedures, terms and policies for highest safety standard for every offroader
Skills required
Visionary leader with strategic thinking skills Intensely focused and highly enthusiastic Skilled communicator and expert organizer Motivating team/individual offroaders at all levels
Car Worthiness
Capable 4x4 vehicle with low range gearing Suitable approach and departure angle High profile tires
Off-road gear required
Safety flag, tire deflator, tire pressure gauge, shovel, fire extinguisher, medical kit, radio (walkie-talkie), air compressor, tool kit, rated recovery rope and 2 rated shackles, GPS, Floor jack and jack board, tire repair kit, tool box, tie-down straps, fluids.
Drive teamwork
Manage all Marshals and weekly drive planning Conduct Leader’s Lead drive to train new Trip Leaders Support and supervise senior offroaders at all levels
Drive Joining
All Levels Forum participation
Active participation on the forum Share drive experience + feedback Share drive pictures in the gallery Post trip report after the drive Find out 7 levels of off-road drive with Carnity Off-road Club
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By Srikumar
This drive is organized in full compliance with the COVID19 guidelines. We expect every member that joins this drive to go through below information and and strictly follow these guidelines in order not to jeopardize someone's health, and to ensure we can keep organizing these drives safely.
MUST READ AND TOTALLY AGREE: COVID19 Precautions
MUST READ AND TOTALLY AGREE: BAN POST
Two Way Radio Guidelines
Every Offroader brings his own radio, programmed to the frequencies described in below advice topic. We will not share spare radios or program your radio on the drive. If you need assistance in programming the radio, post a topic on the Carnity website with your questions and we will help you out. Make sure your radio is fully charged. It will be your only way of communication while driving. Before buying, please carefully read below advice so you are informed properly on which model / cost / shops... No radio = No drive. It is an essential tool and you should make sure you bring it on every drive and learn/practice how to use it.
MUST WATCH: NEWBIE VIDEO BRIEFING
Drive Details
Level: Newbie, Absolute Newbie and Above (All Levels)
When: 21 Aug 2020, Friday.
Meeting time: 4:45 PM (SHARP - Without any exceptions)
Meeting Point: Al Qudra - https://goo.gl/maps/BYd56qA2tCUPTSCy9
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: 07:45 PM
End Point: Qudra Parking - Last Exit - ADNOC
LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE:
Limited to 15 cars only. RSVP will close on Thursday - 9 AM. 1 Lead Marshal + 1-2 Senior Members + 12 Members. If the RSVP is full and you wish to join, please mention your name on the drive thread to add on the waiting 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 THE BELOW CALENDAR EVENT
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By Srikumar
This drive is organized in full compliance with the COVID19 guidelines. We expect every member that joins this drive to go through below information and and strictly follow these guidelines in order not to jeopardize someone's health, and to ensure we can keep organizing these drives safely.
MUST READ AND TOTALLY AGREE: COVID19 Precautions
MUST READ AND TOTALLY AGREE: BAN POST
Two Way Radio Guidelines
Every Offroader brings his own radio, programmed to the frequencies described in below advice topic. We will not share spare radios or program your radio on the drive. If you need assistance in programming the radio, post a topic on the Carnity website with your questions and we will help you out. Make sure your radio is fully charged. It will be your only way of communication while driving. Before buying, please carefully read below advice so you are informed properly on which model / cost / shops... No radio = No drive. It is an essential tool and you should make sure you bring it on every drive and learn/practice how to use it.
MUST WATCH: NEWBIE VIDEO BRIEFING
Drive Details
Level: Newbie, Absolute Newbie and Above (All Levels)
When: 21 Aug 2020, Friday.
Meeting time: 5:00 AM (SHARP - Without any exceptions)
Meeting Point: 2nd Dec Cafeteria - https://goo.gl/maps/MxnMF2fHeGnKZ4vf7
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: 09:00 AM
End Point: Tawi Nazwa
P.S. Only join if you have a compressor to inflate your tires after the drive.
LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE:
Limited to 15 cars only. RSVP will close on Thursday - 9 AM. 1 Lead Marshal + 1-2 Senior Members + 12 Members. If the RSVP is full and you wish to join, please mention your name on the drive thread to add on the waiting 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 THE BELOW CALENDAR EVENT
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By Gaurav
As per the guideline and structure of Carnity Off-road club we strictly limit one single driver/offroader per user profile per drive.
The person who has RSVP’d the event will be ONLY allowed to drive during the whole drive. If any two user share the same vehicle, then they can drive independently on any drive, but they are not allowed to switch during the same drive.
Anyone who is not a member of Carnity Off-road Club is not allowed to drive at any time.
Failing to comply with this requirement will restrict your growth in off-road club and also trip lead might refuse to provide an assistance in case of recovery or emergency breakdown.
To fairly identify offroader growth and assign him/her appropriate off-road rank to join appropriate level drives. To legally indemnify the user of the vehicle so that he/she holds the full responsibility of their vehicle and actions. Step-by-step training is for each individual and when you share the training, you will learn less than other offroaders. You will tend to slow down the entire convoy due to lesser learning and practice overtime. You will increase the risk of substantially damaging your own vehicle.
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