Gregory Perkin Posted June 19, 2020 Report Share Posted June 19, 2020 Great drive thanks to you all especially @Rahimdad and @Brette for all the hard work. Lots of learning opportunities for everyone today and I'm sure we mostly ended the drive having picked up some new skills or tips. See you on the next one. 9 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Incognitoes Posted June 19, 2020 Report Share Posted June 19, 2020 Thank you everyone and especially Rahim for the amazing day out!! 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mehmet Volga Posted June 19, 2020 Report Share Posted June 19, 2020 @Rahimdad @Brette thank you for your leading and efforts under 40 degree! ...and thank you to all for such a smooth and excited drive! See you all next drive! 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Gregory Perkin Posted June 19, 2020 Popular Post Report Share Posted June 19, 2020 While our heads are still full of our fun drive this morning, here's a recent picture of Mars for comparison... 5 3 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andy_macdxb Posted June 19, 2020 Report Share Posted June 19, 2020 Nice drive, with some great guidance (thanks Rahim). Noticing how summer sand is so changeable in patches. Thanks also Brett and Colin. 5 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Rahimdad Posted June 20, 2020 Author Popular Post Report Share Posted June 20, 2020 Trip Report. For me waking up in the morning is one of the most difficult things on a work in day. Thankfully my wife's complaint is on weekends I'm up and ready to go before the sun comes out. So rolled out as soon as the clock strike 6am, started my car, filled in gas and after a cup of tea and a quick sandwich I was well on my way to the deflation point. Upon reaching the meeting point I was glad to see all cars already deflated and ready to go, but there was another bunch of offroader getting ready for their own adventures. It seems more people are getting comfortable coming out to the desert again, but I really appreciate the fact that our convoy follow all the Covid19 precautions as instructed. After a quick deflation and putting my flag up, it was time for a quick brief. By this time @Brette was well positioned to arrange the convoy as per my list confirmed last night. Everyone was quick to respond and we were on our way to find what the day had in store for us. I was surprised by the slight but welcome coolness in the air and a more than gentle breeze to keep us comfortable with Windows down. As per our format we started of with some easy dunes just to get warmed up and increased to difficulty level gradually. After some awesome dunes and a convoy which could not be stopped by anything we reached our first play area. With me being the first to attempt I found it a bit bumpy but not with any risks as long as our teachings were put to good practice. No surprises there as everyone followed instructions and gave us a great glimpse of what a sand shower should look like. On second thought I was surprised by the extreme cool headed and cautious yet brave approach used by @syed salman raza to do this sideys on only his second drive. This goes to prove that some people take time to learn while some are quick to catch on. We moved from there and quickly found ourselves on through some treacherous dunes and on to the power lines track. As we were heading towards Fossil Rocks we met the other group just moving and said hi to @frederic who took a breather to greet us and inform us they were headed to Faya. With our convoy doing so well I told him we would meet up at Faya if we managed to cross Fossil Rock in good time. As we set off to the top of Faya we all reached on top in great time. @Brette again stepped up to take responsibility to send everyone down as per my instructions. As I made it down and announced the arrival of each member, he had them ready waiting up for the car ahead to clear. In no time and safely we found ourselves down and as agreed by all headed towards Faya. We started off well and it was just a matter of time before we reach Faya and play to our hearts content. But we had our first refusal. Bravely after a little time consuming recovery we started again towards Faya, but had a second refusal. At this point knowing full well that the Sun had decided to make it hot and difficult with the sand becoming softer and more difficult to manage we headed down to the track and decided to head out, leaving Faya for another day. As we were heading out the distance in the convoy meant we had a disconnect somewhere. However with somewhat easy tracks the rest of the convoy managed to find us and reunite as we headed out again. Upon reaching tarmac, we continued slowly towards some trees with shade so that we could inflate with social distancing and in the shade of the trees. All in all a great drive with @Incognitoes managing the second lead like a pro. She followed all my instructions well and on 2 occasions when I found myself in some trouble she was ready to stop and use alternate path as instructed to save the convoy from any danger. @marks followed in third position and managed well, with a few interesting conversations when we had the chance. @Yousef Alimadadi improving quite a bit from the last time I saw him drive, he is doing very well and will soon be knocking on our doors for a promotion. @syed salman raza with his mighty Jeep didn't seem like he has never been off-road before, but a short conversation with him revealed he was only following the lead and making sure to replicate what he saw. That is great observation and a great start for him in this sport. @Jun Zamora seemed more familiar with his Jeep and seemed to do much better as compared to his last drive with me. However there is still the radio issue that persists as I kept hearing a bell as he spoke and that radio needs to be tuned correctly or he might need a new set. @luwaimn has come a long way from the timid guy who wanted to get through without hurting his Prado to a more confident person finding a way to get through most situations without a scratch. However to grow to the next level he does need to take a few leaps of faith, I'm sure he will find his feet at some point. @Brette was amazing and hard working in that centre forward position to keep the convoy moving at all time and I think everybody realized that and is very appreciative of all his efforts. It was great to hear the voice of@andy_macdxb from time to time as I saw him improve over his last drive. He seemed to be more confident and ready for most situations with some chatter which put life to the convoy. The enthusiasm of @Mehmet Volga was evident as he enjoyed learning and putting the skills he has obtained to good use. @Gregory Perkin although quiet but his presence was felt by the confidence with which he took on all the challenges. @AKR was a sight for sore eyes after a long break, but it was great to see him not having lost his touch, just his car looks much tougher than before, and his skill set makes his car look awesome doing things I've never seen it do before. @George Francis decided to leave his Jeep behind and give a chance to his other ride, which meant he was learning again the difference between his 2 vehicles. Last but the most important part of the convoy was none other than @Colin Jordan who brought along his mosterous Ram Hemi to keep the convoy together and moving at all times. He quietly managed the whole convoy and kept me updated about every movement to keep me at peace and moving from one challenge to another. Everyone please give yourselves a hand and pat your backs for an extremely great day out. Very proud to have such a fantastic team yesterday, and looking forward to learning and spending more time with you all on future drives. My pictures are posted in the gallery. 10 2 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
syed salman raza Posted June 20, 2020 Report Share Posted June 20, 2020 Thanks for your support yesterday 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mehmet Volga Posted June 20, 2020 Report Share Posted June 20, 2020 @Yousef Alimadadi do you still have my "jumping" video? can you post it or send me via whatsapp no +90 538 246 95 59 ? 2 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gregory Perkin Posted June 20, 2020 Report Share Posted June 20, 2020 10 minutes ago, Mehmet Volga said: @Yousef Alimadadi do you still have my "jumping" video? can you post it or send me via whatsapp no +90 538 246 95 59 ? I was in prime position behind you for that jump but it was one of the few moments I didn't film. It was amazing - who knew a Pajero could fly?! Glad you both and the car were fine 5 1 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Colin Jordan Posted June 21, 2020 Report Share Posted June 21, 2020 Awesome drive guys, great lessons learnt as the sand heated up and new skills tested and we even saw a Pajero fly @Mehmet Volga! Thanks @Rahimdad for the great lead and awesome momentum which is always enjoyable. thanks to @Brette for helping me out when i got crested with my truck. Looking forward to the next drive this coming weekend! 5 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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