Morning Fewbie Plus Desert Drive - Nahel - Abu Dhabi - 20 Jan 2024

[JeromeFJ]

We request every member that joins this drive to go through the information below and strictly follow these guidelines, etiquette and responsibilities.

MUST READ AND COMPLY

• Environmental Policy
• Offroad Flag Guideline
• Two Way Radio Guideline
• Off road Driving Etiquettes
• Emergency details for all off roaders
• Off Road Driving - Roles & Responsibilities
   

DRIVE DETAILS

Level:  Fewbie Plus and above
When: 20 January 2024, Saturday
Meeting time:  7:00 AM - Sharp
Meeting Point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/eTX8wtibrfhsXS6D6
Approximate finish time: 11:00 AM
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.

RECOMENDED OFF-ROAD GEAR:

• Tire deflator & Tire pressure gauge
• Compressor (MANDATORY)
• Walkie-talkie radio (MANDATORY)
• Off-road flag (MANDATORY)
• Shovel, Tow Rope & 2 Shackles
• First-aid kit
• Fire extinguisher
   

LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE

• This drive is limited to 10 cars only. RSVP will close on Friday - 12 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 - Without any exceptions.
• Members without RSVP will be returned - 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 ON THE CALENDAR

 

[JeromeFJ]

Dear Desert Drivers, 

Thank you for signing-up for the drive on Saturday morning. Just let me know during the day tomorrow in case you changed your plan. I will give you last updates and convoy order by the end of the afternoon.

Please check your car if needed to avoid last minute disappointment.

[JeromeFJ]

@Emanuel @Lala G @Deepak Eswar @Rk ram @Gertjan @Pascal @Alphin Aloor @george charbel @Hugo

Last updates for tomorrow morning.

Meeting at 7:00 am at https://maps.app.goo.gl/eTX8wtibrfhsXS6D6

The convoy order will be 

We will use Carnity radio Channel 4.

It will be cold in the morning, take a jacket if you don't want to freeze during the briefing and car preparation.

Enjoy the evening, take a good rest, and see you tomorrow morning !

[Emanuel]

Relive link.

https://www.relive.cc/view/vMv8GJPLPPq

Thanks @JeromeFJ for another great drive and learning experiences. 

Thankful for all the help with my pop-out and to help out in return. 🤣

Have a great weekend. 

[Gertjan]

Thanks @JeromeFJ for a great trip! A beautiful area that I enjoy very much.

A few pictures to remember the day in the gallery.

See you all on the sand again soon!

[JeromeFJ]

Thank you all for joining the drive this morning. This area is never disappointing, even with a few convoys around, there is largely enough space to enjoy. And this is what we did ! From one bowl to the other, crossing ridges, climbing high dunes step by step, building up momentum to reach the high points, and going gown steep slopes with rolling sand.

And these beautiful views over the dunes and sabkhas with the morning light...

The sand was a bit wet at the beginning, soft and heavy in some places, but we maintained a fluid flow, each of you keeping the pace with barely a few refusals. Still a few points to remain vigilant for some of you, steer down and come straight in the slope when your car is loosing momentum and start fishtailing, avoid sharp turns, especially in steep descends, keep your car straight in the descents (giving a bit of gas will put it back in line). 

Last but not least, in a steep descent keep your wheels straight until you reach the bottom. We had 2 pop-outs at the same location, where the directions of the wheels and the car were not aligned, resulting in  excessive effort on the sidewall of the tyre. Thank you all for the team effort during these recoveries.

@Emanuel thank you for the SL, excellent drive, @Lala G, very well done also, and thank you for your support in fixing the pops, watch your fishtailing in some occasions, @Deepak Eswar, you can have excellent focus and control in some occasions (last bowl), try to have the same during the complete drive (a bit of fishtailing and refusals could be avoided), @Rk ram, no issue today, stay in control of your speed, especially in the descends, @Gertjan, very reliable drive, always in control, thank you for the pics, @Alphin Aloor keep driving, you will become more in sync with your car, and get the best out of it,  @Pascal, @george charbel, very well done, always in control, @Hugo, thank you for watching the back, always a pleasure to see that Last Edition FJ in the sands !

Enjoy the rest of the weekend and see you soon !

 

[Deepak Eswar]

6 hours ago, JeromeFJ said:

Thank you all for joining the drive this morning. This area is never disappointing, even with a few convoys around, there is largely enough space to enjoy. And this is what we did ! From one bowl to the other, crossing ridges, climbing high dunes step by step, building up momentum to reach the high points, and going gown steep slopes with rolling sand.

And these beautiful views over the dunes and sabkhas with the morning light...

The sand was a bit wet at the beginning, soft and heavy in some places, but we maintained a fluid flow, each of you keeping the pace with barely a few refusals. Still a few points to remain vigilant for some of you, steer down and come straight in the slope when your car is loosing momentum and start fishtailing, avoid sharp turns, especially in steep descends, keep your car straight in the descents (giving a bit of gas will put it back in line). 

Last but not least, in a steep descent keep your wheels straight until you reach the bottom. We had 2 pop-outs at the same location, where the directions of the wheels and the car were not aligned, resulting in  excessive effort on the sidewall of the tyre. Thank you all for the team effort during these recoveries.

@Emanuel thank you for the SL, excellent drive, @Lala G, very well done also, and thank you for your support in fixing the pops, watch your fishtailing in some occasions, @Deepak Eswar, you can have excellent focus and control in some occasions (last bowl), try to have the same during the complete drive (a bit of fishtailing and refusals could be avoided), @Rk ram, no issue today, stay in control of your speed, especially in the descends, @Gertjan, very reliable drive, always in control, thank you for the pics, @Alphin Aloor keep driving, you will become more in sync with your car, and get the best out of it,  @Pascal, @george charbel, very well done, always in control, @Hugo, thank you for watching the back, always a pleasure to see that Last Edition FJ in the sands !

Enjoy the rest of the weekend and see you soon !

 

Dear Jerome, Thank you for the interesting drive, and appreciate your efforts to make it a memorable experience. The weather and the view from the dunes were amazing.

Thank you, everyone, for the teamwork and for overcoming challenges. I look forward for the next drive!

[Lala G]

Under the seasoned guidance of @JeromeFJ, today’s morning desert offroad drive at Nahel unfolded as a thrilling escapade. Assisted by the capable support of @Gertjan and @Hugo, the convoy navigated through Nahel’s almost alien planet-like topography. The terrain, with its otherworldly features, provided a backdrop for a truly unique off-road experience.

As the convoy traversed the mesmerizing landscape, @Alphin Aloor and @Emanuel encountered a tire popout towards the end, a testament to the challenging conditions. Despite this, the drive was punctuated with awe-inspiring moments, heightened by the fantastic and cool early morning weather that enveloped the desert, making the entire journey refreshing.

@JeromeFJ unwavering effort and leadership throughout the drive did not go unnoticed, and we all appreciate your dedication and support bro.

@Rk ram  @Deepak Eswar @george charbel@Pascal You guys were rock solid and was nice to meet you all. 

Overall, the drive was not only an exploration of the Nahel’s rugged beauty but also a showcase of great driving skills exhibited by all participants. The morning drive became a memorable fusion of nature’s wonders and the thrill of off-roading.

More pics in the gallery.

[Emanuel]

A short YouTube video of our expedition in the desert yesterday.

 

[Rk ram]

As expected @JeromeFJ you took us through a wonderful drive .... Tnq  will be looking for more in future ... 

Thank you all for making a memorable day ....

sharing the 'lion king ' moment

camels on the 'hill top'

Edited January 21 by Rk ram