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Trip report, It was very nice to drive again, after having been a passenger for a while (which had offered great learning opportunities). I got to test my car on the dunes and get used to one another. I would like to thank @Emmanuel and @Shamil for welcoming me into the Xterra club and being of assistance explaining the first mandatory modifications my car needs to undergo. @Rahimdad has been, once again, a patient lead, assisting everyone who needed some help when facing a refusal. I cannot express how thankful and lucky I feel to have him by our side at this starting point. A teacher and mentor by nature 😉. Once again, I met very nice people, with many new drivers joining today's expedition. It's nice to see the off-roading club growing in number! See you all next Friday!

Trip Report Convoy 3 Again a beautiful morning in the sand with wonderful people ! With @Shamil as my second lead, and @Xaf at the back to sweep and assist, I was feeling quite comfortable. Because my wifey @Vanessa8580 had her first official drive I had to reluctantly hand over my little blue Pajero and came out with its younger and taller sister. That took a while to get used too of course, but that’s normal. @Nayan Shenai managed great with his Ford Explorer, same as @Szymon Stankiewicz, @Rafal W., @Shiju Manuel, @Anvar Sadath Bekal, @Sherif Hamed, and of course @Vanessa8580. We had some refusals and some stucks which is always a good opportunity to learn and practice shoveling and rope recovery. All kept a positive spirit and smile handy. One of the good things about this area is the Pink Rock climb, as it’s for many people a first time where they can really put the pedal to the metal and observe how the car reacts and behaves. My sincere thanks goes to @Shamil and @Xaf who both impressed me with excellent recovery techniques, composed behavior to explain the right steps to the newbies, and proactiveness to quickly detour where needed or to help out someone else. You both might have had Liwa on your mind, but your heart and spirit was with us 👍. I hope you all had fun and some challenges along the way, and look forward to our next drive !

Huge shout-out to organisers and marshals of this outing! It was my first trip with this group and thoroughly enjoyed it. Apart from the opportunity to learn in a safe and controlled environment, the community spirit was excellent. Well done all!

Thank you all - especially to Marshalls - for today experience. Newbie like me cannot be in better hands on the begging of his journey. Thank you again and see you soon!

It was indeed a fun weekend trip. Would like to explore diffrent landscapes, hope u will be arranging more of this kind , i am looking forward to meet all of u guys once again....

Guys truly said, today it was a blast and real fun its not about the drive only its about with whom we drive. Great leaders, great team to be honest it felt more of a family spirit. I'm usually not writing here but i just felt to share 😇 Big thanks 🙏 for everyone who made this day fun and safe day drive. Not to forget the mentoring and support given today by @Rahimdad @Srikumar @Frederic @Emmanuel I am sharing some images and videos from today's drive, I'm not sure if this where I should share the images or there is a different way of sharing the drives images and videos. Please advise 🙏

Last minute cancelation. Apologize for the inconvenience. I'll be in the next one. Have fun!

2017 jeep Wrangler In very good condition, i have few experiences in desert safari, see you all tomorrow

Today's drive was quite exceptional. Being the second lead of the convoy was an opportunity to become more responsible. Much appreciated @Rahimdad bhai for believing in me , i hope that i was up to your mark. Eventhough drive was short, we got to learn some of the important offroad recovery techniques, great cooperation made it so natural at troublesome occasions particularly when fj's tire got blasted Nevertheless, a big shoutout to those who provided refreshements. Hanging tight for my next drive.

Hello all, I meet wonderful new and familiar friends today and some asked me on the flag poles and suction base which I got from RAMY Automotive Dubai - Al Quoz Ind. Area #4, ACE sells the poles as well but you have to try them on the the base (they do not sell bases) and not all bases fits all poles. Also price of the base ~90-100AED, price for the pole is 200-250AED depends on the height and you can negotiate Good luck!

Nice ride indeed, was my first with your group but definitely not the last, will be joining next ride for sure, was a fun day, thanks to all 🙏

@Michael sammy after testing today, it seems Carnity Channel 2 is indeed getting some interference within your vehicle. We will take note of this and make sure that your next convoy that you are assigned too is on another frequency. @Szymon Stankiewicz i was able to program your Crony CN988 with a Baofeng cable and Baofeng BF480 Software (go figure). I was pretty impressed with the battery size, build quality, and volume. Looks like you have a good model. Just unfortunate that it does not have a display, so for re-programming you will always need software / laptop and programming cable. @balaji0007 Your Baofeng 888 is programmed as following: Channel 1-2-3-4 = CARNITY CHANNEL 1 Channel 5-6-7-8 = CARNITY CHANNEL 2 Channel 9-10-11-12 = CARNITY CHANNEL 3 Channel 13-14-15= CARNITY CHANNEL 4 Channel 16 = CARNITY CHANNEL 5 (Backup Frequency) To the other newbies still looking for a radio i would like to advise against buying a walkie-talkie without display, as it needs to be programmed with a laptop, software, and programming cable. We can recommend following models that are equipped with a LCD display: Motorola MT777 or Crony MT777 (same) Baofeng UV5R Prolab WT5-WD Crony CN888 All are available in Dragon Mart. If you have any questions please ask on this thread. @Emad Malaeb @Kalahari @Hafiz Abdul Rahman @Ralph Geonzon @Nayan Shenai @Shiju Manuel @Nizam Mohammed @Najeeb Mohammed @Chaitanya D @Jolly Abraham @Rafal W. @Jamy B. @Jihad Hachem @andersonlorente @Anvar Sadath Bekal @Jorge Stepniak Felippe @Nikhil Saju Paul

Thank You Micheal for your valuable advice on field 😍

It was indeed a splendid drive today. I felt that the drive had levels, with initial level being a subtle drive next to camel farm on a plain off-road track, then passing over smaller dunes, fighting through substantially bigger dunes of soft sand and finally reaching the mega challenge of climbing the pink rock incline. With @Frederic and @Vanessa8580 continuously boosting my confidence, @Shamil and @Frederic always by the side to help/ guide and @Frederic thoughtfully leading the convoy it seemed bit easier. 😊 It was a friendly environment through out in the group and a Friday morning well spent. Thanks to @Rahimdad, @Frederic and @Srikumar for arranging this drive. Looking forward for more if my Explorer can take it. 😀

@Jihad Hachem welcome to Carnity ! kindly provide the following info: - Which car are you driving ? - Any prior off-road experience ? - Are the vehicle’s front and back towpoints in good condition?

@Anvar Sadath Bekal Welcome to Carnity ! Please share with us the following: * Which 4x4 will you be driving ? * Any prior offroad experience ? * Are the vehicle's front and back towhooks in good condition ?

thanks, a lot appreciate the efforts 👌

Hi @Michael sammy you can post your images in the Gallery. On the homepage, just click on GALLERY and you'll find a gallery for every drive we did.

Thx you for your reply 🙏

Yes with 3 newbie convoys, Im sure one of the convoy will drive at newbie+ or fewbie level.

Can’t go to Liwa, will join you guys 😊

Hi Carnity Family Looks like we will have a lot of fun tomorrow inspiring pink sands & rocks... Very excited for it.. Since I started driving with you guys I can't miss any drive till today Be ready for Manakesh for breakfast after our drive..

@Jorge Stepniak Felippe Welcome to Carnity ! Please share with us the following: * Which 4x4 will you be driving ? * Any prior offroad experience ? * Are the vehicle's front and back towhooks in good condition ?

And if you are late, simply go back instead of calling Marshals, as they aren't going to answer phone while driving.

Dear All just a reminder to be on time as we will be moving from the meeting point to the deflation point where the briefing will take place. Please consider and respect everybodies time and effort.

@andersonlorente looking forward to seeing you tomorrow, absolute mandatory to carry your sense of adventure on such trips. Just to add a bit of patience to the whole exercise and you will make an awesome offroader. @Chaitanya D we will still be close to Awir desert, but let's see how we can excite you tomorrow. @Jamy B. sorry you had to miss your hat on your trip to Africa, it will be back to you tomorrow with some added Liwa sand for luck.

@Shamil get well soon, see you next week. Everyone, who are preparing for liwa please pack the bare essentials items and not luxury camping items, as in liwa extra weight will be a concern. For food, please pack for yourself and tiny little bit extra as this is not a newbie drive. Carry ready food, ready to cook food, dry snacks, nuts, fruits, crackers to keep you awake on the way back drive.

Hello all, Tomorrow will be my first ride , and I am excited !! Car I drive- Nissan Patrol (y62). Prior experience - about once in a month in Awir desert while camping, but very basic off roading. Tow hooks yes.

Thanks for introducing yourself @andersonlorente ! See you tomorrow !

Hello all! Newbie in offroad, bringing a Grand Cherokee with the required tow hooks and lots of enthusiasm and adventure spirit. See you all!

Congrats with the ride, see you on Friday !

@Ale Vallecchi always a pleasure having you on board and great to hear you're recovering well. Catch you on Friday. @Jamy B. great to see you're finally back to get your hat from my car.

Fj cruiser extreme all the prerequisites been met. Thank u

I have FJ cruiser extreme, i do have prior experience...

Hi, please find my comments below. Please share your vehicle details below - FJ cruiser Prior off-road experience (Yes/No) Yes but Not expert. Confirm front and rear tow hooks- Yes confirmed. Regards Nizam

See you guys on Friday! I won't have the necessary gear yet but I hope it won't be too much of an inconvenient and that someone can share 😊 Can't wait to be on the sand again!

Thanks for the introduction, see you on Friday !

Hey Guys, Jeep Grand Cherokee Limited 2018. All car requirements are meet. I have super basic offroad experience so far. See you on Friday!

Of course Alessandro, glad to see you're recovering ! See you Friday !

Hi, I have Mitsubishi Pajero 2015 model. No prior experience in off road. Front and back tow hook available.

Hi, Prado VX 2019; tow hooks perfect. Prior off-road experience, but only once in dunes (Toyota Academy)

Hi @Najeeb Mohammed which 4x4 are you driving ?

@Kalahari @Nizam Mohammed @Shiju Manuel Welcome to Carnity Off Road Club ! As it's your first time with us, please share with us the following information: Please share your vehicle details below Prior off-road experience (Yes/No) Confirm front and rear tow hooks

@Najeeb Mohammed, welcome to Carnity Off-road Club. As explained by Asif, all first timers with Carnity Off-road Club need to join the Newbie Drive. Over there you can share your past experience with some of the senior members who can then evaluate your drive skills and fast track your promotion.

@Najeeb Mohammed this drive is for experience members ONLY. You can join a newbie level drive on 28th of Feb. Please check below link

Hi I am a new member but do have prior offroad experience, i would like to join and would like to know if its ok to bring my friends.