Afternoon Fewbie Desert Drive - Sunset on Top of a Dune: Badayer - Sharjah - 25 July 2024

[Ale Vallecchi]

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 and above (all levels)

Meeting time:  3:30 PM (departure time)

Meeting Point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/6WJoXDNZKtWqBs2F9

Action Plan: Given the heat, and the somewhat shorter driving time available during afternoon drives, I have thought of making the best of that time by launching an "Sunset on Top of a Dune" Series. Relatively short drives (although one never knows with me), at relatively fast pace, aimed at reaching the top of the major dunes that dominate our deserts. This inaugural first drive of the series will be in Badayer, then this weekend in Little Sweihan. Others will follow, mostly in Sweihan's area, or whenever a nice dune with a view will come to mind. 

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

Approximate finish time: 7:00 PM

P.S. Only join if you have a compressor to inflate your tires after the drive.

RECOMMENDED 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 

 

 

[Ale Vallecchi]

Dear Desertnauts

not much to say about tomorrow's drive. It will be a sweet, compact convoy, which should make things less complicated on the hot afternoon sands. I'll confirm the final order at the meeting point. Which by the way will be the following (as published in the drive's main post):

https://maps.app.goo.gl/6WJoXDNZKtWqBs2F9

Looking forward to seeing you tomorrow afternoon. Thanks

 

[Rohit Deginal]

Hey @Ale Vallecchi hope it’s not too late to join the convoy, looking forward to seeing you guys.

Edited July 24, 2024 by Rohit Deginal

[Ale Vallecchi]

See you later @Rohit Deginal.

[Ale Vallecchi]

Hi @Martin M. Are you coming to today's drive. Waiting for you for an extra 10 minutes. Thanks

[Martin M]

Hi @Ale Vallecchi, I truly apologize for late response since offline. My intention was to book for Saturday only and I've added today by mistake. I just realized that when got your message. I'm very sorry and apologize for any delay it might caused. I'm looking forward to join on Saturday.

Once again, please accept my apologies.