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COVID19 Compliant - Morning Newbie Desert Drive - Al Khatim - Abu Dhabi - 06 Nov 2020


Asif Hussain

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Join us to explore Al Khatim Desert in Abu Dhabi

And learn the art of off-roading 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.

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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)

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 off-roading 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 off-roading it is better to drive alone first to avoid any distractions.

Learn More About: Carnity Off-road Club

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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

 

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Two Way Radio Guidelines

  • Every Off-roader 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

 
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Drive Details

Level:  Newbie and Above (All Levels)

When:  6 Nov 2020, Friday

Meeting time: 6:00 AM (SHARP - Without any exceptions)

Meeting Point: - Al Khatim Abu Dhabi -https://maps.app.goo.gl/1VfvuYpJTRtwPAyt6

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: 10:00 AM

End Point:  Al Haffar - ADNOC Station

LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE:

  • Limited to 10 cars only. RSVP will close on Thursday - 6PM.
    • 1 Lead Marshal + 1-2 Senior Members + 10 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.

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PLEASE RSVP ON THE BELOW CALENDAR EVENT 

 

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Ghantoot Test Center Covid Test Booking  does not have slots for 6th November any more. latest available on 13th.

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don't drive like its your last one.

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42 minutes ago, Goutam said:

Ghantoot Test Center Covid Test Booking  does not have slots for 6th November any more. latest available on 13th.

You don't need appointment at those hours to the DPI. I have done DPI tests multiple times at the early hours of the morning in both weekdays and weekends, they don't ask for appointment.

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E 75 seems to have a closure so Google is showing a way using E 22.

Petrol Pumps on way to the meeting point on E22: 

Al Faya (Larger) - https://goo.gl/maps/ai8GEWmSWDbX5Vdq8

Al Khatim (Small)- https://goo.gl/maps/Qi1HcN51w88QMm3r9

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don't drive like its your last one.

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5 hours ago, Goutam said:

E 75 seems to have a closure so Google is showing a way using E 22.

It's actually open. There is a diversion there at junction of E611 and E75. But mind that the speed limit on E75 is 100 kmph.

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Welcome to CARNITY offroad Club @Firhan Alias @Willie @Jaap @mikaeel shaik

Kindly reply with a small introduction:

  • Which 4x4 are you driving ?
  • Any prior offroading experience ?
  • Does the vehicle have front and back towpoints and are they in perfect condition ?

As a perfect preparation for your first drive with us, please go through the Absolute Newbie Briefing video posted below:

MUST WATCH: NEWBIE VIDEO BRIEFING

For your first drive, please bring a tire pressure gauge and a deflator so you can deflate your tires. These are readily available in ACE, Speedex, AdventureHQ, or even at any fuel station, tire shops and hardware shops near you.

If you do have already other offroad gear such as a flag, radio, shovel, or others, please bring it along as well.

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Hi @Asif Hussain I have already been on 2 prior drives with carnity in Abu Dhabi. 

Driving a MG RX8. However my vehicle radiator fan stopped working over our last drive. ( think due to me not having a skid plate and caused excessive sand to build up over the engine). I am in the process of getting a fabricated Aluminum one installed. Hoping to be ready by this Friday

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Hi Asif I drive a Nissan Xterra I have had some beach driving experience and mountain track driving as well with some mud driving thrown in not a lot of sand dune driving.

I have front and rear tow points.

I have ordered a radio (Crony MT-777) but not sure when they will deliver. I do have a flag, tire gauge, shovel etc.

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34 minutes ago, mikaeel shaik said:

Hi @Asif Hussain I have already been on 2 prior drives with carnity in Abu Dhabi. 

sorry @mikaeel shaik i over looked your name in attendees list. Hope you fix your car soon... see you on friday. 

 

36 minutes ago, Jaap said:

I have ordered a radio (Crony MT-777) but not sure when they will deliver

@Jaap do not worry if you don't get the delivery on time. For absolute newbie drive, we provide spare radio to use. From the second drive onward you need to get your own radio.

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Welcome to CARNITY offroad Club @Firhan Alias @Willie 

Kindly reply with a small introduction:

  • Which 4x4 are you driving ?
  • Any prior offroading experience ?
  • Does the vehicle have front and back towpoints and are they in perfect condition ?

As a perfect preparation for your first drive with us, please go through the Absolute Newbie Briefing video posted below:

MUST WATCH: NEWBIE VIDEO BRIEFING

For your first drive, please bring a tire pressure gauge and a deflator so you can deflate your tires. These are readily available in ACE, Speedex, AdventureHQ, or even at any fuel station, tire shops and hardware shops near you.

If you do have already other offroad gear such as a flag, radio, shovel, or others, please bring it along as well.

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