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Good job @Zed. This post is already tempting me to try one of these for my upcoming Sweihan drive this Saturday.

Any garage doing MIG welding is totally acceptable for RTA test. Secondly you can freely weld the chassis where tow point ripped off and RTA will not cause any trouble. I have gone to this point in greater depth in 2019 and RTA senior inspector explanation was Chassis welding on load bearing area is mostly not acceptable. Anywhere else to recover the rusted part due to AC water dripping, tow point area which are not disturbing the vehicle structural integrity are completely fine with MIG welding. Then I have got MIG welding on front tow point mount on ladder frame as original was cracked due to regular use. After the welding that guy grind that area and spray coat with black paint. After that I have passed twice without any headache.

There is one scheduled for coming Friday.

I have never thought that I will be able to drive on sand, but loved to drive at least one day. But today it has come true to a level I do drive minimum 2 days in a week. Thanks to every one in the @Carnity family (All the marshals, leads, advisors, support team, co drivers, co pilots and friends) for carrying me along this point. Inspirations from every corner of the dune helped me to take this hobby/sport very serious. I see my self improved a lot as an individual in the following key areas 1. Respecting the time 2. Care for the fellow person 3. Communicating with my team 4. Attention to details I would like to thank all the leads@Ale Vallecchi, @Anish S, @Chaitanya D, @Emmanuel, @Foxtrot Oscar, @Frederic, @Gaurav, @Islam Soliman, @Janarthan, @Kailas, @Lorenzo Candelpergher, @Luca Palanca Falsini, @Mehmet Volga, @Rahimdad, @Srikumar, @Tbone, @Vanessa8580, @Wrangeld who had lead my drives till date and those whom I would join in my future drives who are instrumental in making me learn this art. My first ever baby step on sand with @Frederic and the latest pic with friends taken on Saturday, what a wonderful journey, its all registered deep down in my memory. Thank you all for being part of this wonderful journey and being my well wisher.

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. MUST READ AND TOTALLY AGREE: COVID19 Precautions Ban from Carnity Off-road Club Two Way Radio Guidelines Drive Details Level: Newbie and Above When: 15 July 2021, Thursday. Meeting time: 10:00 PM (SHARP - Without any exceptions) Meeting Point: https://goo.gl/maps/oJTqsfqzZbwh75d88 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: 2:00 AM, 16 July 2021, Friday End Point: 2nd Dec Cafeteria or Bidayer (hopefully) THIS IS A COMPRESSOR ONLY DRIVE. WE WILL ENDING THE DRIVE A POINT, WHICH IS NOT CLOSE TO AN AIR LINE. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A COMPRESSOR, PLEASE DO NOT SIGN UP FOR THIS DRIVE. IF YOU ARRIVE AND HAVE NO COMPRESSOR YOU WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO JOIN THE DRIVE. LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE: Limited to 12 cars only. RSVP will close on Thursday - 3:00pm 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 Calendar below

Congratulations @Lakshmi Narasimhan, well deserved...

Well done @Lakshmi Narasimhan You're very committed and am glad to see this promotion for you 👍. Nice job!

Ok no worries, didn't know that. Will wait for the next drive available.

Hi Faraz you dont need additional lights to follow in the convoy night drive, high beam headlight is sufficient and MUST, just make sure your car high beam are working. HI Alex, please join absolute newbie drive first and then you can join any night drive or day drive at newbie level of your choice. Absolute newbie drive is MUST for everyone joining Carnity Offroad Club to understand the convoy style driving, discipline and get safe introduction to sand driving in daylight first.

@Lakshmi Narasimhan I still remember this cautious fellow arriving with the brand new Pajero, eager to learn, and full of questions. Looking forward a couple of months and your dedication has really paid off. The sand bug has really bitten you and I have seen a massive progress in your skills and the way you handle your ride. Keep up the good work, enjoy every drive and let the wind take you to any corner of the UAE 😜

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. MUST READ AND TOTALLY AGREE: COVID19 Precautions Ban from Carnity Off-road Club Two Way Radio Guidelines Drive Details Level: Fewbie-Plus and Above When: 16 July 2021, Friday. Meeting time: 05:00 AM (SHARP - Without any exceptions) Meeting Point: https://goo.gl/maps/3fcaGLjtcZRFnunM6 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: 9:00 AM THIS IS A COMPRESSOR ONLY DRIVE. WE WILL ENDING THE DRIVE A POINT, WHICH IS NOT CLOSE TO AN AIR LINE. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A COMPRESSOR, PLEASE DO NOT SIGN UP FOR THIS DRIVE. IF YOU ARRIVE AND HAVE NO COMPRESSOR YOU WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO JOIN THE DRIVE. LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE: Limited to 10 cars only. RSVP will close on Thursday - 3:00pm 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 Calendar below

Congratulations @Josh T. for reaching the Fewbie Level with Carnity Offroad Club. Looking forward to seeing you growing further and helping others to learn the art of offroading in a safe environment. Please make sure your Carnity user profile is always updated with all the latest Emergency contact details. P.S. Trip lead might deny your participation if you don't have required off-road gear. FEWBIE Drives Attended (Indicative) Minimum 5 Newbie drives are required within last 3 months for Fewbie promotion. What you'll learn Basic dune and sand reading Self-recovery techniques Shoveling at right place Crawling out of difficult situations Blip Blip - Coordinate steering and gas control Basic side sloping and hill climb Basic ridge riding and criss crossing Basic control over technical dunes Slightly faster pace desert driving Ability to manage stuck/refusals with radio Learn to control and avoid fishtailing Never fight or challenge gravity Skills required Enthusiastic and positive attitude Willingness to learn and help others Presence of mind and attention to detail Car Worthiness Any 4x4 vehicle with low range gearing Suitable approach and departure angle Off-road gear required Safety flag, tire deflator, tire pressure gauge, shovel, fire extinguisher, medical kit, radio (walkie-talkie), air compressor. Drive teamwork Manage second lead and sweep positions upon request Intuitive and proactive to support Trip Lead Observe recoveries and offer help, when needed Drive Joining Join Newbie and Fewbie drives Forum participation Active participation on the forum Share drive experience + feedback Share drive pictures in the gallery Post trip report after the drive

Congratulations @Naveen Raj for reaching the Fewbie Level with Carnity Offroad Club. Looking forward to seeing you growing further and helping others to learn the art of offroading in a safe environment. Please make sure your Carnity user profile is always updated with all the latest Emergency contact details. P.S. Trip lead might deny your participation if you don't have required off-road gear. FEWBIE Drives Attended (Indicative) Minimum 5 Newbie drives are required within last 3 months for Fewbie promotion. What you'll learn Basic dune and sand reading Self-recovery techniques Shoveling at right place Crawling out of difficult situations Blip Blip - Coordinate steering and gas control Basic side sloping and hill climb Basic ridge riding and criss crossing Basic control over technical dunes Slightly faster pace desert driving Ability to manage stuck/refusals with radio Learn to control and avoid fishtailing Never fight or challenge gravity Skills required Enthusiastic and positive attitude Willingness to learn and help others Presence of mind and attention to detail Car Worthiness Any 4x4 vehicle with low range gearing Suitable approach and departure angle Off-road gear required Safety flag, tire deflator, tire pressure gauge, shovel, fire extinguisher, medical kit, radio (walkie-talkie), air compressor. Drive teamwork Manage second lead and sweep positions upon request Intuitive and proactive to support Trip Lead Observe recoveries and offer help, when needed Drive Joining Join Newbie and Fewbie drives Forum participation Active participation on the forum Share drive experience + feedback Share drive pictures in the gallery Post trip report after the drive

Congratulations @Josh T.

Congratulations @Naveen Raj

Sorry dear need to step out .. personal engagement over this weekend. Enjoy the ride see you all soon.

On the same page here mate, first drive in the night in the sands, and also first drive with the club) I think we will be fine with the guidance of the drive leaders.

Congrats @Lakshmi Narasimhan!

Congratulations @Lakshmi Narasimhan, well done 👌

Thanks @Tbone

Thanks @Zed

Congrats @Lakshmi Narasimhan, well-deserved bro 👍

Thanks @Nivin

Thanks @Russ

Congrats @Lakshmi Narasimhan!

Thanks @Humayun Ghias

Thanks @Ishraque

Congrats @Lakshmi Narasimhan😀

Congrats @Lakshmi Narasimhan

Thanks @Gaurav Thanks @Lakshmi Narasimhan Thanks @Hisham Masaad Thanks @Zixuan Huang - Charlie Thanks @Frederic Thanks @Brette

Thanks @Christopher Assal

Thanks!

Awesome, nice one

Terrific @Lakshmi Narasimhan...Excellent... Happy driving in more challenges...

Congrats @Lakshmi Narasimhan. Well deserved. See u soon in sands

@Lakshmi Narasimhan Congratulations. Well deserved.

Well done @Lakshmi Narasimhan it was time for you to join the party!!! Well deserved!!!

Thanks @jeetu sharma Thanks @Brette Thanks @Mario Cornejo

congratulations @Lakshmi Narasimhan, well deserved! Wishing you safe and exciting drives ahead!

Congrats @Lakshmi Narasimhan

Congrats Josh

Congrats Lakshmi!

congratulations @Josh T.

Thanks @PaoloMaraziti Thanks @TT_Dubai Thanks @Ranjan Das Thanks @Rawad Thanks @Sunil Mathew

Congrats @Josh T.

Awesome man🤙🤙

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 Off-roader 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: Fewbie and Above (No Newbies) When: 10 JUL 2021, Saturday. Meeting time: 5:00 AM (SHARP - Without any exceptions) Meeting Point: https://goo.gl/maps/ez7NkXEttoXk2CqV7 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: 9.00 AM THIS IS A COMPRESSOR ONLY DRIVE. WE WILL ENDING THE DRIVE A POINT, WHICH IS NOT CLOSE TO AN AIR LINE. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A COMPRESSOR, PLEASE DO NOT SIGN UP FOR THIS DRIVE. IF YOU ARRIVE AND HAVE NO COMPRESSOR YOU WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO JOIN THE DRIVE. LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE: Limited to 10 cars only. RSVP will close on Thursday - 3:00pm 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 Calendar below

@Lakshmi Narasimhan @Paolo Pellegrini @Zixuan Huang - Charlie @Fabien Monleau @darren thompson @Hisham Masaad @Arshad Roojee @Chinthaka Ruwan @Chris Wing @JeromeFJ @Ranjan Das Hello Everybody, I hope you got some rest after waking up early and joining the drive. Thank you @darren thompson, @Lakshmi Narasimhan, @Ranjan Das, @Hisham Masaad, @JeromeFJ for your comments and nice pictures. I am glad to know that you guys enjoyed the drive. This morning i was very surprised to find the whole area quiet, there was no traffic at all. This specific area is normally so busy during the weekend and very churned up. Luckily, there was some wind that healed the desert and we found nice virgin dunes and play areas as well. As usual, i like to start the drive easy so that we can wake up properly and begin warming up for the rest of the drive; at the same time it was pretty bushy terrain around Tawi Nazwa. Everyone drove really well, with barely few minor refusals and a stuck. The stuck was recovered swiftly with little bit of shoveling, there was no need for rope recovery. We got the chance to enjoy play areas with no tracks and we made some attempts because there was no one except us around. Second half of the drive, we headed towards Big Red, where we made most of the bowls and climbs which is always my favourite part. However, it was so sad and heartbreaking to see so much trash around pink rock🙁. Thank you so much @Hisham Masaad for the excellent support, @Ranjan Das for being an amazing sweep with your new ride 😍 and @Lakshmi Narasimhan as always flawless second lead. Looking forward to see you all soon in the sand for some other drive. Take care and stay safe.

Well deserved buddy, Congratulations @Chris Wing

Thank you @Alfred Alinazar for informing me . Hope to see you i another drive. @Lakshmi Narasimhan I am adding you to the drive, please confirm the same.