Morning Newbie Desert Drive - Qudra Dunes- Dubai - 04 Oct 2025

[Sivaprasad Gopalakrishnan]

Hi Davie,

I just want to check if it is ok to bring kids (8 years) along for the ride? 

[Mirvin]

17 hours ago, Sivaprasad Gopalakrishnan said:

Hi Davie,

I just want to check if it is ok to bring kids (8 years) along for the ride? 

I am bringing my 7 year old ad well 

[Imran Asghar]

Yep that's fine Matt no issues 

[Davie Smooth_Operator]

7 hours ago, Mirvin said:

I am bringing my 7 year old ad well 

Yes this is fine on a newbie drive 

On 10/1/2025 at 2:57 PM, Sivaprasad Gopalakrishnan said:

Hi Davie,

I just want to check if it is ok to bring kids (8 years) along for the ride? 

Yes this i fine on a newbie drive 

[Jean Jarjoura]

Hello All, 

i'm currently on the waiting List , is it possible to let me know by mid of the day if i'm joining in or out so i can adjust my plan accordingly . @Davie Smooth_Operator

thank you all 

[Davie Smooth_Operator]

6 hours ago, Jean Jarjoura said:

Hello All, 

i'm currently on the waiting List , is it possible to let me know by mid of the day if i'm joining in or out so i can adjust my plan accordingly . @Davie Smooth_Operator

thank you all 

You have been added to the drive see you tomorrow 

[Davie Smooth_Operator]

Dear Desert Wanderers, @Mark B, @Sherry Jacob, @Mirvin, @Rakesh Iykkara Menon, @Christian Jooste, @Imran Asghar, @Gunjan Jain, @UvinOverland, @Raptor Runner - Dhawan P, @Ash S., @Thomas54675, @Sivaprasad Gopalakrishnan, @Fabiano Morais, @Cyril de Masfrand, @Jean Jarjoura, @Shary, @JC_E & @J-P L, looking forward to seeing you all bright and early in teh morning 

• Please read the pre-drive information below:
  • Be ready at the meeting point by 06:30am (or before) with tires deflated and flag up.
  • Please ensure your programable radio is on, fully charged and set to Channel 4 (446,081).
    • Please also ensure your radio is pre-programmed to all 10 Carnity Channels in case we have to move channels at some point during the drive
    • Carnity Two-Way Radio Frequencies - Off-road - Carnity.com
  • For first timers to Carnity, please complete all of the mandatory readings and watch the video (accessed from the link below) before arriving at the meeting point for this drive.
    • https://youtu.be/hP-2ah4Eyek
  • A full pre drive briefing for the drivers will be conducted on the sand before we start moving your full attention will be required. 
  • Please ensure everything in the car is tied down and there are no moving objects,
    • Ensure that you are using cargo straps and not bungy type restraints to tie your gear down.
  • Please check all car fluids (Oil, Coolant, Screen wash, Brake Fluid,etc),
  • Tow hooks are essential one front and one rear minimum and ensure there are no hanging parts below the chassis.
  • Please ensure you come with a full tank of fuel (as near to full as possible).
  • Ensure you have all the necessary gear for this drive level especially your tire deflator, pressure gauge, compressor, first aid Kit, fire extinguisher, safety flag and radio. (NO FLAG or RADIO = NO DRIVE)
• Meeting Point:  https://maps.app.goo.gl/jrXFp27rNxMehda26
• Convoy Order will be as below: 
• 

 

[Gunjan Jain]

@Davie Smooth_Operator hey man i got my flag from amazon got delivered just now but its not fitting. Any chance you have an extra flag that could fit in this clamp? Keen to join. Thanks

On 9/30/2025 at 4:11 PM, Davie Smooth_Operator said:

@Raptor Runner - Dhawan P, @Gunjan Jain and @Mirvin hope you are all well, 

Please confirm the following prior to the drive:

- Car make, model, color

- Confirm you have 10-inch front and rear ground clearance 

- Your car is All or 4wheel drive 

- You have fitted and fit for purpose solid front and rear tow hooks

- Please share your previous offroad experience (if any)

- Please confirm you have completed the reading material and watched the video in the main drive post prior to joining the drive

- Please also confirm you have a compressor, radio programmed to all 9 Carnity channels and a safety flag.

 

[Davie Smooth_Operator]

@Gunjan Jain being everything with you in the morning and we will get you fixed up 

[Davie Smooth_Operator]

Dear Desert Wanderers, @Mark B, @Shary, @Mirvin, @Rakesh Iykkara Menon, @Christian Jooste, @Imran Asghar, @Gunjan Jain, @UvinOverland, @Raptor Runner - Dhawan P, @Ash S., @Thomas54675, @Sivaprasad Gopalakrishnan, @Fabien Monleau @Cyril de Masfrand, @Jean Jarjoura,  @JC_E & @J-P L, Thank you all for showing up on time this morning, it was a great way to start the weekend in the small but pristine area of Qudra. You all drove amazingly well with only a handful of stucks and refusals. s o well done to you all.

A big thank you to the support team, of @J-P L who swept the convoy like a pro, our two Center forwards @Fabien Monleau (apologies I got the wrong Fabien in the original convoy list posting) & @Imran Asghar who assisted with most of the stucks and refusals with ease and confidence, and Of course my brilliant second lead @Mark B who also had a brain wave to use the key ring as an r clip for the brake caliper pin issue. you all deserve pat on teh back for showing up and doing an excellent job keeping everyone safe and sound, thanks again guys could not have done it without you.

 

Have a great rest of your weekend and car willing i will be leading another drive in two weeks once back from the US.