Morning Intermediate Desert Drive - DCT: Radio Hunt Drive - Razeen - Abu Dhabi - 24 Nov 2024

[Asif Hussain]

Call for those who had not experienced Desert Champions Trophy. Plan is to go after some Red, Yellow and Green waypoints" of the recent DCT 2024 challenge and to find my radio (walkie talkie) which we had lost during the the DCT challenge. 

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

MUST READ AND COMPLY

• Offroad Flag Guideline
• Two Way Radio Guideline
• Off road Driving Etiquette's
• Emergency details for all off-roaders
• Off Road Driving - Roles & Responsibilities

DRIVE DETAILS

Level:  Intermediate and above

When:  24 Nov 2024, Sunday 

Meeting time:  8:00 AM (Without any exceptions)

Meeting Point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/pLEvf3CFDsk4TbDp9

Approximate finish time:  1:00 PM 

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.

Mandatory off-road gears: Tire deflator, tire pressure gauge, compressor, walkie-talkie radio, off-road flag, shovel, first-aid kit, Tow Rope, 2 Shackles and fire extinguisher.

LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE

• This drive is limited to 5 cars only. RSVP will close on Saturday - 9 AM
• 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 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.

PLEASE RSVP ON THE CALENDAR

 

[MUSTAFA hussain]

The drive sounds fun if it was hunt for the lost trophy 🏆 but walkitalki 😅surely it’s buried under dunes but if it still on with battery intact we can give it a try 😁! 

[Gaurav]

Who knows, Radio is an excuse to time different strategies and approaches.

[_luke_]

8 hours ago, Gaurav said:

Who knows, Radio is an excuse to time different strategies and approaches.

prep for next year

[Gaurav]

6 hours ago, Luke K P said:

prep for next year

Asif bhai, zoom zoom skills and planning are next-level.

[Asif Hussain]

15 hours ago, Gaurav said:

Who knows, Radio is an excuse to time different strategies and approaches.

@Gaurav bhai you guessed right, radio is a reason  

42 minutes ago, Gaurav said:

Asif bhai, zoom zoom skills and planning are next-level.

Getting ready for next years jungle drive. Gaurav bhai next year you rename the trophy as DJCT

[Asif Hussain]

@Andrew John Melvill @MUSTAFA hussain @Marek @Beide Worku  @Aser nice to see you all again. 

Plan of Action - Drive Time 5 hours, 16 waypoints and collect 175 points, Route 65km in straight line and additional 2 to 3km route in search of lost radio.  Requesting everyone to arrive at meeting point 30mins early so that we can start our drive at exact 8am.

We are not carrying any extra fuel, so make sure you fill your tank at last ADNOC station  A full fuel tank at the meeting point is (MUST)

Last ADNOC station: https://maps.app.goo.gl/tCPTCDTDkifFDqoT6

Drive Preparation:

Ensure that your 4x4 is well serviced recently and all the lubes and fluids are topped up.

Spare tyre should be in good working condition. If not been used recently, ensure that you take it out and check the condition properly. Also ensure that you have the wrench that can be used to remove your tyre (if needed). 

Air compressor, proper shovel, flag, fire extinguisher, first aid kit and carry essential tools.

Fully charged radio (tuned to all Carnity Frequencies) with spare battery / radio. If you have a car charger for your radio, please bring it along. 

All traction controls, ABS and Air bags need to be switched off. If it requires pulling the fuse, please research before the drive or  post your queries on this drive post or forum and our experts would assist you.

Car charger / battery pack for your mobile.

Plenty of drinking water, 

Bring along your breakfast, snacks, dry food, energy bar, cookies, nuts, crisp to munch while driving.

Littering in the desert is strictly prohibited.

[Marek]

Big thanks to @Asif Hussain for an unforgettable drive! From adrenaline-pumping action to a high-speed finish, this event had it all.

Stay tuned—once I break free from the daily grind, I’ll drop some epic shots that perfectly capture the day’s adventure!

[Aser]

EPIC! indeed! I will have to print this one too for the walls of my house! 😍

Thanks Asif and everybody for the great drive!

[Marek]

@Aser @Beide Worku crawling down one of the tallest drops we had tackled:

@Andrew John Melvill, really scenic:

@Beide Worku's rig - majestic:

Getting there to reach that one last waypoint @Asif Hussain

@Aser made it, I decided to let that one go:

@Andrew John Melvill 

And liftoff:

@MUSTAFA hussain was somehow hiding from me, but I managed to catch a few shots: