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Dear @Kalahari, @Anish S, @Shiju Manuel, @Lorenzo Candelpergher, @Chaitanya D, @Lucky sAm, @Salarios, @Jolly Abraham, @Rinelle Sanaani As described in the drive's presentation post, we are looking to have as long a drive as possible, exploring the western side of the Qudra basin, passing through Solar park, and all the way to Little Swehian. The terrain will be mostly made of long dune ranges, but we will also find some areas of technical dunes. Plus, the more we'll head south, the more the sand will become soft and unstable. This is due to the cordon of dunes finding themselves in between sabkhas, which make the sand travel through these flat areas, and accumulate in the slip-sides and pockets of the dunes to the south of each sabkha. The result may be a drive with refusals and stucks that will become more likely the more we progress toward our goal of reaching Little Swehian. Because of these technical challenges, the length of the convoy (including, at the moment 12 cars), and the duration of the drive (likely to be over 3 hours), I would like to recommend, as in all Fewbie PLUS and above drives, to prepare yourselves in the following area: MENTAL READINESS AND CONCENTRATION - to make sure that all our energies and focus go to the characteristics of the terrain, our driving skills, and the security of the convoy, please be ready to concentrate yourselves on the drive alone. Kindly try to reduce all possible distractions, including bringing along too many passengers. If you bring along somebody, please explain that it will not be possible to converse while driving, or distract the driver from his duties. This recommendation aims to reduce the potential for refusals, stucks, and any other type of incident that may be caused by a distracted driver. AVAILABILITY OF PROPER EQUIPMENT - being at Fewbie Plus and above level means to have fully understood the need to carry the proper equipment in the car. This MUST include to say the least 1) a good shovel, 2) a tow rope (preferably with soft shackles), and 3) a compressor. Proper equipment also incudes a very important car accessory: tested, robust, tow hooks in good conditions. I will take care to verify the availability of all of the above equipment for all attendees, and will be forced to refuse participation for those who do not carry these essential items. COMMUNICATIONS SKILLS - there are two elements to our ability to communicate in the desert. The technical aspect demands that 1) your radios are fully charged, 2) that each driver always identifies himself when speaking, so to allow the convoy to react speedily to any predicament, and 3) that all respond when questions or instructions are directed at them, in order to acknowledge that all is clear and understood. The psychological aspect has to do with the willingness to communicate. Please, do not be afraid or ashamed to inform the convoy leader that one may not feel like making some maneuver, taking a seemingly risky approach, or doing anything beyond one's perceived skills, or physical conditions. When no communication of this kind takes place, the leader and the rest of the convoy will assume that all is well, and will not be able to address any concern of second-thoughts a driver may have. Kindly acknowledge the above information, so that we may look forward to a challenging, yet pleasant drive. Luckily, we'll have @Frederic and @Wrangeld assisting us on the drive, and bringing their expertise and flair to an already "star studded" convoy. See you all Friday (convoy order and radio channel will be published on Thursday evening). Dear @asifk, well noted. Sorry you will not be able to join. Hope to see you soon.

- Keep it out of the sun during use. - Don’t overload it: inflate max up to 4 tyres and give it some rest. - Replace the hose if it’s leaking otherwise your compressor will have to work much longer and harder and will eventually overload. - Be careful with the unit, store it in a bag and don’t throw it around. With the Dragon Mart compressors you need some luck. Some will easily last a couple of years, others will fail after a few weeks or months.

Good Evening Al Lisali Adventurers @Janarthan @Shiju Manuel @RohanH @asifk @Lorenzo Candelpergher @marks @Jolly Abraham @Nizam Deen @J J @Yousef Alimadadi (and the reserves, in case anyone drops out @Mehmet Volga and @Jorge Stepniak Felippe) The countdown continues and there are two more days until we venture into the sand again. As you are preparing for this adventure please take care during the following days to make sure of the following (yes, this is a bit of a moan, but I think you will all understand why: You have all the equipment you should have and it's in good working condition. When you were promoted to Fewbie the communication made very clear the equipment you need to have on board. Additionally, PLEASE, please - make sure you have a flag that will stay on/up/erect during the drive. There's little more frustrating for drivers than to hear "My flag has fallen down/off" and everyone needs to stop while you put it back in place; especially when there were no other reasons to stop. Engine fluids need to be checked every time before you go out. Sorry to say, but it's clear that some people have not been checking this out before leaving for the drive. I am sure I do not have to remind you, IT'S HOT. That means your car will get hot and all the fluids needed to make it run when it's super hot need to be checked. There's absolutely no problem stopping to let cars cool, but if it driven by your having forgotten to top up the oil or coolant, it's not fair on the other drivers. Be on time. We are all waking up at some godforsaken hour to make it to the drive on time. Punctuality has been brilliant recently, which has meant even when the meeting point was not easy to get to we started on time. It's not fair, however, to be the last to arrive and expect everyone to wait for you if they all get there early. And, obviously, the earlier we get moving the better for everyone. Do expect a little driving on a track before we get into the dunes. A pre warning so you are informed. There is a straight and rather long camel racing training track that runs inside the dunes close to Al Lisali. Because we cannot cross this, we will have to take a track under the electricity pylons for a few kilometers before we get into the dunes. It's important you know this so that you don't think that we went the wrong way or will be driving on tracks the whole drive. OK - enough for now. @Rahimdad and myself are looking forward to an excellent drive Friday. There will be an additional briefing note once the drive closes at 9am on Thursday morning where the convoy numbering, responsiblities, radio channel and a few more important details will be shared. Until then, enjoy the rest of your week. See you soon in the sand.

Guys looks like Ace is having the promotion on Bush ranger Super max air compressor. please check the site mentioned below. This is available at 649 and black max is 799. But looks like this super max has higher capacity than black max cheaper by 150 aed. These compressor's have 1 year warranty. My earlier compressor which was very cheaper in price but stopped working in 15 drives. So I really don't to put money on non warranty product. So have already ordered 1 . Lets see when do I get it. https://www.aceuae.com/en-AE/bushranger-supermax-air-compressor/238067.html

@Kalahari your measurements per tire are the best haha thanks for the offer, i see the gas station is near so will just go there.👍 @Emmanuel awesome Thanks @Ale Vallecchi Thanks mate

@Vanessa8580 has G015 on her Pajero since 6 months. So far pretty happy. It’s hard to compare because my G012 are 16 inch and her G015 are 18inch, but the G015 looks a little bit more sturdy/less flexible. https://monotukuru.com/yokohama-geolandar-a-t-g015-vs-geolandar-a-t-s-g012/ @Wrangeld description on Page2 gives same info.

@rohan Happy to share my honest review abt Liberty KK (08-12) Currently running stock 3.7 V6 engine.2.5" Rough Country leveling kit. 1.5" Yita spacers but had to remove it as it was causing running issue. 265/70 R17 Dunlop Grandtrex. I have trimmed almost 40%-50% of my front bumper and somewhat similar on the rear one. be prepared to trim the front bumper for fewbie and upwards the stock will break a 100%, for sure. rest everything is stock on my jeep I have be able to handle almost every challenge the dunes had to offer. Initially had an O2 sensor issue and was lacking power but once replaced it has been an absolute beast this is a very common problems with these models . Never had any major issues the engine and transmission is solid even after putting 280K kms on my jeep. i am happy with the overall build. I don't want to say more and jinx it have recently put bigger tyres and need to see how it plays out . Having put these Kms my jeep it is now a hybrib " It burns Oil and Gas" @Srikumar Approach and breakover angles are a bit less when compared to others and you will need to lift it and trim it. once done there will be no issues KK suspension gives good affroad capability and a very comfortable on road experience. Maintenance is not expensive you just to know the right place to get your stuff. eg 6ltr mopar 10k oil is 100aed . overall i would say its not the best but its best for me. it offers good Box looks and decent offroad capabilities you can find 2010 under 100k kms for 15k aed Have been using it for offroading almost 1 1/2 yr and loving it ,would not trade it for anything else.

I got it. Thank you. With the re-investment in the compressor, I have no option left but to keep my compressor safe in order to keep my wallet safe and healthy. 😄

Whilst I was researching for air compressors, I wanted something portable and not installed in the vehicle as I do not know whether this hobby will take off or I may end up selling the air compressor. Besides ARB which is expensive, I also came across the Bushranger options. Coincidentally ACE was going promotion and Air Max III was going for AED999.

Thank you for investing the time and energy @Ale Vallecchi and outlining the essentials of a safe and enjoyable drive for all.

Hey @Frederic, I could secure a place in the Pink Rock drive. Thanks to @Chaitanya D. Please drop me from the waiting list. Sreejith

@Sreejith Sreenivasan I am removing my RSVP. You can sign up for this drive.

@Colin Jordan the exit should not be too far from Al Madam. There is a gas station just before Al Madam. Emmanuel can confirm, but shouldn't be more than 5-6 Km.

@Michael sammy if you are looking into Coppers I was offered the 260/70 R17 115T model A/T3 Sport Owl at Aed500 each at Sand Dance in Al Quoz 4.

Geolandar G012 is really discontinued I have been looking for this model for long time as well and I know other off-roaders looking for the same tire in dubai, sharjah, al ain and abu dhabi which is bad because whoever has these tires won't find a replacement in case of any incident. however, I do feel that the supplier just stopped importing this model for a better profit percentage with the G015 model. as G012 was the most successful model. The pattern design is different between G012 and G015 however my friends they have been looking even for the G015 and its not available in all sizes now they are saying that the supplier informed them that delivery for more stock will not be before September which again gives me the feeling not to buy Geolandar anymore as you can relay on a company that has now stock most of the year. Don't take me wrong I love these tires but I am stuck now with Geolandar in case of any incident might happen and they don't have stock I don't have any other option other than buying another 5 tires from a different brand or use different patterns for the damaged tire which is bad and i don't recommend. I heard a lot of good reviews about the Cooper tires a little bit more pricy but i hope they will be more reliable. please share the other brands prices in case if in need to change my tires.

Are you still paid in Rands @Colin Jordan If I make it, I can lend you a 1-cylinder compressor (I bought a bigger one). You can smoke 1.5 filter cigarettes per tyre.

Seems like an ignition could get wet. Expedition, Triton engine? They have a habit of spitting our spark plugs see of you model year is affected by this. Could be a spark plug loose in the socket letting in moisture andd when the motor warms up things expand and create a temp seal

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This drive is organized in full compliance with the COVID19 guidelines. We expect every member that joins this drive to go through below information and and strictly follow these guidelines in order not to jeopardize someone's health, and to ensure we can keep organizing these drives safely. MUST READ AND TOTALLY AGREE: COVID19 Precautions MUST READ AND TOTALLY AGREE: BAN POST Two Way Radio Guidelines Every Offroader brings his own radio, programmed to the frequencies described in below advice topic. We will not share spare radios or program your radio on the drive. If you need assistance in programming the radio, post a topic on the Carnity website with your questions and we will help you out. Make sure your radio is fully charged. It will be your only way of communication while driving. Before buying, please carefully read below advice so you are informed properly on which model / cost / shops... No radio = No drive. It is an essential tool and you should make sure you bring it on every drive and learn/practice how to use it. Drive Details Level: Intermediate and above (No Newbies and Fewbies allowed) When: July 24 2020, Friday. Meeting time: 5:00 AM (SHARP - Without any exceptions) Meeting Point: Al Badayer Roundabout https://goo.gl/maps/ZHKsQUdum7sxcvAq6 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), face mask, rubber gloves, enthusiasm and willingness to learn. Approximate finish time: 09:00 AM End Point: Iftar Bowl exit LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE: Limited to 12 cars only. RSVP will close on Thursday - 9 AM. 1 Lead Marshal + 2 Senior Members + 9 Members. If the RSVP is full and you wish to join, please mention your name on the drive thread to add on the waiting 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 BELOW CALENDAR

This drive is organized in full compliance with the COVID19 guidelines. We expect every member that joins this drive to go through below information and and strictly follow these guidelines in order not to jeopardize someone's health, and to ensure we can keep organizing these drives safely. MUST READ AND TOTALLY AGREE: COVID19 Precautions MUST READ AND TOTALLY AGREE: BAN POST Two Way Radio Guidelines Every Offroader brings his own radio, programmed to the frequencies described in below advice topic. We will not share spare radios or program your radio on the drive. If you need assistance in programming the radio, post a topic on the Carnity website with your questions and we will help you out. Make sure your radio is fully charged. It will be your only way of communication while driving. Before buying, please carefully read below advice so you are informed properly on which model / cost / shops... No radio = No drive. It is an essential tool and you should make sure you bring it on every drive and learn/practice how to use it. MUST WATCH: NEWBIE VIDEO BRIEFING Drive Details Level: Newbie, Absolute Newbie and Above (All Levels) When: July 24 2020, Friday. Meeting time: 5:00 AM (SHARP - Without any exceptions) Meeting Point: Tawi Nazwa Farm - https://goo.gl/maps/LjPWf8DebrAuNSWg9 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), face mask, rubber gloves, enthusiasm and willingness to learn. Approximate finish time: 09:00 AM End Point: 2nd Dec Cafeteria P.S. Only join if you have a compressor to inflate your tires after the drive. LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE: Limited to 15 cars only. RSVP will close on Thursday - 9 AM. 1 Lead Marshal + 1-2 Senior Members + 12 Members. If the RSVP is full and you wish to join, please mention your name on the drive thread to add on the waiting 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 THE BELOW CALENDAR EVENT

I just wonder whether you all keep the compressor in the car during the weekdays when you’re not driving in the desert ? i have been keeping mine in the car with the other gears because I fear showing up without a compressor.

Good choice. A Bushranger compressor will last many years if you take care of it, and will have a good resale value too.

Any idea how it compares with the Dodge Nitro that looks very similar ?

Hi @Joe Potter you can join in on the Absolute Newbie drive in Al Qudra where there are still some open spots.

I have added you to the list, now.

Yes, I have split this into new topic as your original post was seeking help to know how is it than to suggest to add it to the list.

Oops, I missed on that point. Now G012 and G015 - I personally have no comments, unless I use G015 too. But going by the Yokohama credibility and super happy with G012, I will definitely give G015 a try.

@Gaurav 2019 is G012 and 2020 is G015 Also any difference between Japan & Thailand makes?

ADNOC Al Madam station is a few kms away from our exit point, don’t worry for that.

My Mistake I agree I just saw some green mold growing on A/C tube and thought of doing this stupidity.

I have patience until a certain point!!! Something like this> 😄😁☺️😊🙂🤨🕰🤯 Let them struggle!

@Rahimdad your own name should be mentioned as well 😃 If only Ferrari is also at the sharp end of the grid challenging MB and RBR

@Gaurav and @Wrangeld you can add newbie @Sreejith Sreenivasan on this drive who want to join and add me to wait list on the morning fewbie (Lisaili). Or another drive where places are available. If no places come up if as one drops out , I will join only for the evening fewbie plus drive. Thanks

Good Morning Al Lisali Adventurers @Janarthan @Shiju Manuel @RohanH @asifk @Lorenzo Candelpergher @marks @Jolly Abraham @Nizam Deen @J J @Yousef Alimadadi (and the reserves, in case anyone drops out @Mehmet Volga and @Jorge Stepniak Felippe) Thanks for signing up for the Friday morning drive from Al Lisali to Al Qudra. For most of you this will be quite new territory, so a few things to prepare for mentally in advance of the drive. There are tricky technical dunes we need to pass to get into the wide, flowing dunes that allow us to run from Al Lisali: We have a morning drive, so hopefully the sand will be a little less forgiving, but you will need to be on your game straight from the get go. Unlike many drives where we can ease in slowly to the more difficult dunes, we have the most challenging technical bit straight away. Technical dunes while not as much fun, are important to improve your drive skills. The better you can control your vehicle through the smaller dunes where angles are all important, the better - because this really helps you to understand where the front and back of your car (and the approach angles etc., ) are. Why? Because once you know this, you can understand if a different approach route makes more sense when you have a longer vehicle to avoid cresting or catching a bumper on the way in or out. Once through the technical stuff, the route takes us through some wonderful swooping wide dunes where we will be able to, hopefully, move at speed. Our newest Fewbies on the drive will find this a big difference from Newbie drives, those with a bit more experience and approaching Fewbie+ will enjoy the chance to really attack some of these dunes an start to undersrtand the potential of the vehicle. Come with a full tank of gas! The intention, time permitting is to cover a lot of ground - more than we normally cover when in Qudra or Sharjah. It would really be a shame if someone starts to have range anxiety. Look out for more updates during the week, and as ever, if there are quesitons, please feel free to ask. If anyone has to drop out for any reason, there are reserves waiting in the wings, eager to replace you. Convoy roles will be announced later in the week for 2nd Lead and Sweep. We will be joined by Carnity's own Superman @Rahimdad on the drive to keep us all in order. Have a great week. See you soon in the sand.

Such a shame..hope u r safe mate.

Y62's unite! Let's show them we're not driving over-glorified grocery getters, but formidable opponents in conquering the toughest terrains Ale can throw at us! 🤪

@Srikumar I totally agree with your first statement of waiting for the next Friday, so now I assume that it’s a common feeling among all of us not just me 😀. Yes all members of our team was very good and I feel is the reason for us to have a good flawless 3 hours drive. I really liked one area where you had mentioned to enjoy mor. I think it was just after the rocks, dunes were so good there. @Srikumar this is my second drive with you and I should tell you that your a great leader making us feel safe while enjoy the adventure rides. @Emmanuel you were very helpful when I had the refusal and it was nice to see you always rush to refusal spots from our sides. overall it was a fantastic drive and with just 3 drives with Carnity, I feel good progress in my skills. I would say this drive made me learn more about right acceleration based on the dunes we approach. As you rightly said, I am impatient now to wait till Friday for the next drive 👍🏻👍🏻

I wasn't thinking it is special I am thinking it is nice to have a older plate number that's the all story.

And all these years you drove around thinking there was something special about D30197. lol I gave away with one of my Range Rovers an A code number. The surprisingly got it back again when I went to register another range rover after a few months. Funny story is a guy registered a Bentley GT one step ahead of me and got a real shit code and number. While fixing plates he actually came up to me and asked if I this was my reserved number or something I said no. I didn't even ask at the desk for a good number or code. I did reserve D44654 or something from my disco but then after 6 months didn't get a new car and didn't bother to extend it.

With this I made my choice thanks @Xaf

Jeep owners be like,