COVID19 Compliant - ABSOLUTE NEWBIE Morning Desert Drive - Al Qudra- Dubai - 4 Sep 2020

[Srikumar]

Just now, jodha singh shekhawat said:

hi srikumar good day

my second drive with car nity and 3 newbie drive with other group  so kindly consider me for next level

thanks 

 

Hi Jodha

Promotion is a separate thing for which you can apply for promotion stating your experience in the Carnity Offroad Club Structure V 2.0. However for the moment, you are rank is a Newbie and so you are eligible to join the Newbie Drives only.

[Srikumar]

2 hours ago, Athula Dharmadada said:

I think this car is strong enough for desert. However I will check once again brfore bring it to the drive.

Front and rear two points are available.

Also please check how much is the car lifted by in comparison to a stock JGC 2004 model.

[Srikumar]

@Sandyman85 @Yasas Dharmadasa @izzumonv @Xavier Treasurer @Francois Swart @farazcan @Anand Nataraj @Gok Krish @Paulina Kolicka @Athula Dharmadada @Yusuf Esaf

 

PREPARATION FOR THE DRIVE AND WHAT TO EXPECT

1) Please ensure that you reach the meeting point on time, i.e., 5:00 AM sharp. If you are late, you would be left behind.

2) Convoy numbering would be posted today evening after 6 pm. 

3) Please spend 15 minutes of undivided attention to go through the Absolute Newbie briefing Video. This is absolutely necessary for the safety of you and your vehicle before your first offroad adventure. 

4) For those who have radios, you can program them to the Carnity Frequency using the guidelines provided in the below post. If you dont have a radio, we shall provide you with a spare radio during the drive.  We will be using Carnity Channel 2 tomorrow. (446.03125 Mhz). The instructions to program the radio are provided in the below post 

5) All traction controls, ABS and Air bags need to be switched off. If it requires pulling the fuse, please do the needful. Incase of any queries you can always ask the senior members before the drive or better still, post your queries on this drive post and we would assist. 

6) Deflate to 15 psi. Incase if you have any difficulties you can approach the senior members before the drive who would assist you. 

7) Feel free to ask questions at any time. 

We shall be starting the drive close to Hammari Well at Qudra, and enter the desert through some nice easy tracks and dunes so that you can get familiar with your vehicle. As the convoy's confidence increases I shall be gradually increasing the level of the drive always keeping in mind everyone's comfort level. We will be driving for about 3 hours practicing driving in sand, proper steering control, crossing some dunes, and getting you and your vehicle accustomed to off-roading in general. 

By 08:30 am we will be heading out towards the Qudra parking, where you can inflate the tyres with your compressor or at the Last Exit gas station.

[Sandyman85]

41 minutes ago, Srikumar said:

@Sandyman85 @Yasas Dharmadasa @izzumonv @Xavier Treasurer @Francois Swart @farazcan @Anand Nataraj @Gok Krish @Paulina Kolicka @Athula Dharmadada @Yusuf Esaf

 

PREPARATION FOR THE DRIVE AND WHAT TO EXPECT

1) Please ensure that you reach the meeting point on time, i.e., 5:00 AM sharp. If you are late, you would be left behind.

2) Convoy numbering would be posted today evening after 6 pm. 

3) Please spend 15 minutes of undivided attention to go through the Absolute Newbie briefing Video. This is absolutely necessary for the safety of you and your vehicle before your first offroad adventure. 

4) For those who have radios, you can program them to the Carnity Frequency using the guidelines provided in the below post. If you dont have a radio, we shall provide you with a spare radio during the drive.  We will be using Carnity Channel 2 tomorrow. (446.03125 Mhz). The instructions to program the radio are provided in the below post 

5) All traction controls, ABS and Air bags need to be switched off. If it requires pulling the fuse, please do the needful. Incase of any queries you can always ask the senior members before the drive or better still, post your queries on this drive post and we would assist. 

6) Deflate to 15 psi. Incase if you have any difficulties you can approach the senior members before the drive who would assist you. 

7) Feel free to ask questions at any time. 

We shall be starting the drive close to Hammari Well at Qudra, and enter the desert through some nice easy tracks and dunes so that you can get familiar with your vehicle. As the convoy's confidence increases I shall be gradually increasing the level of the drive always keeping in mind everyone's comfort level. We will be driving for about 3 hours practicing driving in sand, proper steering control, crossing some dunes, and getting you and your vehicle accustomed to off-roading in general. 

By 08:30 am we will be heading out towards the Qudra parking, where you can inflate the tyres with your compressor or at the Last Exit gas station.

Hi @Srikumar Noted and confirmed. 

[Xavier Treasurer]

👌

[Yusuf Esaf]

Copy that

[Srikumar]

DRIVE RSVP IS CLOSED

Convoy Numbering

1. Srikumar
2. Xavier
3. izzumonv
4. Yasas Dharmadasa
5. Athula
6. Sandyman85
7. Francois Swart
8. Tbone
9. Anand
10. Paulina Kolicka
11. Gok Krish 
12. farazcan
13. Yusuf
14. Baskaran
15. Janarthan 

See you at the meeting point at 5:00 AM

[Kailas]

Dear @Srikumar,

I am speaking in behalf of my colleague @Gok Krish who was supposed tommorow's drive.

His vehicle does not have tow points. We had tried getting it fixed with Jeep, but unfortunately he was not able to get it ready in time.

So he will not be able to join tomorrow's drive

 Thanks

[Baskaran P.R]

On 8/28/2020 at 4:34 PM, Srikumar said:

Join us to explore Al Qudra Desert to find what's beyond Qudra lakes

And learn the art of offroading in a versatile playground for your first off-road adventure.

You will learn to self-drive your vehicle from experts having decades of off-roading experience in the UAE. This area offers a good mix of playable long set of dunes and broad ridges to test your off-road control.
 

Drive is open for all 4x4/4WD/SUV/AWD vehicles having

• 8-10 inches of ground clearance and (MANDATORY)
• Front and rear tow hooks (MANDATORY)

It is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED to drive alone for the first time to learn off-roading without any distractions.

 

What you'll learn:

• Introduction to off-roading.
• Desert driving basics and etiquette.
• Desert driving tips, techniques, myth and best practices.
• Off-road and safety gear familiarization and recovery procedures.
• Vehicle orientation, risk analysis, deflation and outdoor safety advice.

First time with Carnity Off-road Club:

• Please share your vehicle details - Make, Model, Year.
• Do you have any prior off-road experience?
• Confirm your vehicle has front and rear tow hooks / eyelets.

Why should i join?

• We will teach you how to self-drive off-road safely and learn the best offroad driving and recovery techniques.
• If you have already driven in sand before then you can learn more from experts having decades of offroading experience in the UAE.
• This area offers a good mix of playable long set of dunes and broad ridge to test your off-road control.

Can my vehicle do this ?

• This drive is open for all 4x4/4WD/SUV/AWD vehicle having 8-10 inches of ground clearance and front and rear tow hooks. If in doubt please first announce your questions on the drive thread so we can advise you further.
• Any stock 4x4/4WD are most welcome, you don't need any vehicle modifications.

Can i bring passengers ?

• Yes of course, but if you are absolute new to offroading it is better to drive alone first to avoid any distractions.

 

Learn More About: Carnity Off-road Club

 

 

STRICTLY: For ABSOLUTE NEWBIE who are driving for the first time with Carnity.

 

MUST READ AND CLICK TOTALLY AGREE ON THE BELOW COVID19 PRECAUTIONS TOPIC

 

 

 

MUST WATCH: NEWBIE VIDEO BRIEFING

 

Drive Details

Level:  Only for "ABSOLUTE NEWBIES" or first timer with Carnity Off-Road Club

When:  4 Sep 2020 Friday.

Meeting time: 5:00 AM (SHARP - Without any exceptions)

Meeting Point: Al Qudra - https://goo.gl/maps/ZgS2Gqam9PcsxWR48

Type of Car: Any proper 4x4 with front and back tow hooks and 8-10 inches of ground clearance.

What to bring along: Deflator and Pressure Gauge, Loads of water, snacks (for yourself), face mask, rubber gloves, enthusiasm and willingness to learn.

Approximate finish time: 09:00 AM

End Point: Qudra Parking 

 

LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE:

• Limited to 15 members only. RSVP will close on Thursday - 5PM.
  • 1 Lead Marshal + 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 or members who are not on the RSVP will be returned back - without ANY EXCEPTIONS.
• Please cancel you RSVP if you cannot make it, so your spot can be taken by others.
   

 

PLEASE RSVP ON BELOW EVENT IN THE EVENT CALENDAR

 

 

i am first timer with no experience, hoping to learn the basic techniques. 

[Srikumar]

32 minutes ago, Baskaran P.R said:

i am first timer with no experience, hoping to learn the basic techniques. 

Thats exactly what we would be covering in the Absolute Newbie Drive. See you tomorrow morning

1 hour ago, Kailas said:

Dear @Srikumar,

I am speaking in behalf of my colleague @Gok Krish who was supposed tommorow's drive.

His vehicle does not have tow points. We had tried getting it fixed with Jeep, but unfortunately he was not able to get it ready in time.

So he will not be able to join tomorrow's drive

 Thanks

Thanks for the update @Kailas. Hope to see @Gok Krish soon.