Morning Fewbie Desert Drive - Skill Drive Series : Slow & Steady (2000) - Lisaili - Dubai - 20 Sep 2025

[GauravSoni]

 

DRIVE DESCRIPTION

Dune Surfers!

Why roar at 6000 when 2000 gets the job done?

In most of our desert drives, we push our cars hard — high revs, 6000 RPM climbs, and squeezing every ounce of horsepower to conquer tall dunes. But raw power isn’t the only way to master the desert. This drive is about a different skill altogether: harnessing the sweet spot of torque.

For most 4x4s, the 2000–2500 RPM range is where the engine delivers maximum usable torque. This means more pulling power, smoother delivery, and less wheel spin — exactly what we need in soft sand and technical terrains. By staying in this range, we’ll learn to let the car’s torque do the work, instead of just hammering the throttle.

The challenge (and the fun!) will be to navigate the desert consciously at low RPM — no wild revving, no screaming engines — just smooth, steady momentum. We’ll mix in some technical patches, dune approaches, and controlled climbs, all at a measured pace.

What to Expect

• Practicing torque-based driving in the 2000–2500 RPM band.
• Navigating dunes and technical terrain with smooth throttle inputs (without over-revving)
• Building patience, throttle control, and torque awareness.
• Discovering how steady momentum often beats raw speed.

This drive is intended for a fun, confidence-building session where patience is the real skill and the most important thing to bring along is willingness to challenge your habits and enjoy a new driving style.

MUST READ AND COMPLY

• Environmental Policy
• 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:  Fewbie & Above

When: 20th Sept 2025

Meeting time:  5:45 AM - Start Time: 6.00 AM (without any exception)

Meeting Point:  https://maps.app.goo.gl/gdzRHmG6urX1a23z6

Approximate finish time: 9:45 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.

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

 

 

LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE

• This drive is limited to 10 cars only. RSVP will close on Friday - 1 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 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

 

[GauravSoni]

welcome Dune surfers!

@Mei Ling @Paul Eldho @Aser @Soap @Chrismayer @ChrisW @Frans M @Alphin Aloor @Zulfikhar Naiyar

 

RSVP is now closed.

we shall meet behind the shops near the Lisaili camel tracks. please ensure you have necessary gear ( Radio, shovel, Soft shackles, & Recovery rope)

The meeting time is 5:45 with ready to move at 6 am sharp. 

Convoy order is already posted!!  

you can reach out on 0585827986 in case of any emergency.  see you all tomorrow!!

[Soap]

@GauravSoni

I am not able to see the convoy order. 

[GauravSoni]

15 minutes ago, Soap said:

@GauravSoni

I am not able to see the convoy order. 

Look carefully!!! It’s right there!

[Zulfikhar Naiyar]

Hi @GauravSoni,

My apologies.. mixed up the alarms, will not be able to make it up in time. Will join you next time. 

Have a great drive all!

[Lala G]

Twice I joined and twice I removed myself.
Was so eager to join, but there were some health issues holding me back.
I'm sure you all had a lot of fun and learning with @GauravSoni, these are the drives to level up your skills.
Will look forward to the next drive. 

[Soap]

I loved the slow sidey. Hoping to do it when I get a chance again

The soft mounds of sand at the end were something else!

[ChrisW]

Thanks again @GauravSoni, I enjoyed the session - both as a skills refresh on driving technical dunes at a consistent pace, and I got to learn and practice some further recovery techniques. Thanks for taking the time to talk me through a few of them. 
 

Good work from the convoy. We had an interesting mix of issues…soft sand, some good and proper sticks and a few technical issues. Everyone kept cool, followed directions and up a good team spirit.