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Post Drive Report It's gratifying when the report given by experienced drivers having seen our convoy was 'you were covering some challenging dune ranges' today. I did not need that as validation of the great drive we had today because the best validation for me as a lead is when there is radio silence. Why? It means that the level of the drive is what it needs to be. Not too many people getting stuck, not a lot of chatter because drivers are bored. We face all different types of drives in our deserts. Some have amazing play areas where it's possible to conquer an ascent, others are navigated within swooping tight valleys and some punctuated by short sharp technical dunes. When I planned this drive, we would use the Murquab dunes to let the drivers experience dune ranges that are not high, but have side slopes, faster paced exchanges from one side of a dune bowl to the other, smaller complicated dunes where driving along the top is a necessity and height that allows you unparalleled views. But let's not dwell on this, because today was a little different. For some of you, relatively new to this game, it probably felt like there were a lot of refusals and stops today. But I disagree. With a convoy of 15 cars the regularity of stops was not unusual. It can be less and I guarantee it can be a lot lot more. We were doing well, and then @Adam James car simply died. Here's the thing. We are not mechanics, but we will try our best to sort out a problem on the route of we can (or in the case of @Ramandbx before we leave), we are also not AAA, but if we can when one of our convoy has problems we will do what we can to get them out of the desert. This turns our recreational drive into a recovery drive. Recovery drives, by their nature are less adrenalin filled. The objective changes from fun and thrills to getting driver and vehicle recovered. We did a good job in this and thansk to @Alex Hollands for waiting till the car was recovered, so Adam was not sitting in the blazing sun while waiting. So what next? An intense hour of driving, adding new challenges as we went, including the first 'criss-cross' that many of the drivers had ever done. During the last hour we practiced skills that will be invaluable in your 4x4 career. The stucks were fewer and the concentration was high. Yes, we had to solve the Yoga Pose stuck of the Ranger - but apart from that it was a wonderful hour to lead in some dunes that I do not normally explore because we are normally heading for a longer 'less local' drive. Amazingly with all that, we covered almost 40km and the skills learned on a drive like this will equip you all for the challenges to come. Thanks to the incredible efforts of @Lorenzo Candelpergher and @Veedooshee this was a fantastically well managed drive. No drama, no hassle and a lot of amazing support. No specific call outs today in terms of learning, because of the change in plan - save for another hat's off to @FARAZ MOHAMMED you drove an impeccable 2nd lead today. Really impressed with how you handled yourself. It was nice to meet so many new faces today, and I am looking forward to seeing you all in the sand again soon.

Thankyou @Ale Vallecchi … what a drive!! Nearly 100km on the dot… no ropes and barely a shovel! Moving for nearly 4 hours!! 🍻🍻 and how you navigated the closing stretch with all that glare and almost no visibility/contrast on the dunes! 🙌🏽 @Kalahari & @Shehab Alawadhi - great support for all that needed it! And @Ranjan Das nicely done as SL! very quiet on the radio for a drive with @Shehab Alawadhi in the convoy but that’s also recognition of how great the trip was today- always moving and needing concentration.. fun being with this group and see you next weekend!

@Ale Vallecchi thanks for this mornings drive, was a perfect start to the weekend and challenged me throughout. @Ranjan Das at 2nd lead, @Kalahari with a smooth job at CW and @Russ bringing up the rear with @Shehab Alawadhi in club Ford. At least I had less sand in the car today as whenever I am close to these 2 i have to keep the windows open to the V8s burble.

Dear Desert Wanderers, this RSVP is now closed. Please find below the convoy order for our drive: @Mario Cornejo, @Danish Mohammad, @Ranjan Das, @Lakshmi Narasimhan, @varunmehndiratta, @M.Seidam, @Ilya, @Watteau, @Dodi Syahdar, @Abu Muhammad, @Hisham Masaad: this drive is going to be very demanding from a technical point of view, both mentally for the drivers and mechanically for the cars. It will require your full and undivided concentration at every step, especially when we will reach elevated positions on steep slopes, so make sure you come well rested and hydrated and that and you don’t have any reason for being distracted. Also, please consider carefully if you wish to bring passengers along with you. We will be using Carnity Channel 4 (446.08125Mhz) Our meeting point is confirmed at Al Badayer Exit - E44 Dubai - Hatta Road - https://goo.gl/maps/JkhE9hDwve8mkkU99 See you tomorrow morning, ready to go (i.e. already caffeinated, deflated, flagged and briefed) by no later 5:00am (sharp), so make sure you make it to the meeting point at least by 4:45am.

Thanks @Ale Vallecchi for the wonderful drive. Every drive with you is a new experience. Today it was a capable convoy and everyone did great so we could cover more than 100km under challenging conditions. Thank you for the sticker to celebrate our achievement and happy to be a part of LRDG. Also a big thank to our SL @Ranjan Das CF @Kalahari and @Shehab Alawadhi at the back. @Matt.T @Niki @Ashok chaturvedi @Russ @Alain Canivet-Abikhalil always happy to drive with you guys. Wish you a happy weekend.

Thank you @Ale Vallecchi for an amazing drive. It's nice to discover new places and new pathways like the ones you took us through in the first part of our drive. You definitely bring us more confidence and techniques for ridge riding. Pretty much enjoyed every moment this morning. Impressive distance we crossed that required a lot of attention and reaction. And as per the LRDG motto Non Vi Sed Arte Thank you @Ranjan Das @Kalahari and @Shehab Alawadhi for the support and guidance. @Matt.T @Ashok chaturvedi @Chinthaka Ruwan@Niki @Russ Beautiful to see all of you guys this morning !

Thank you Ale @Ale Vallecchifor another wonderful drive - almost 100 KM of sheer driving- what a bliss! Thank you also for the lovely memento to commemorate the achievement. thanks @Kalahari (was nice meeting and driving with you, my first) and @Shehab Alawadhifor the support. @Matt.T, @Niki, @Ashok chaturvedi, @Chinthaka Ruwan, @Russ and @Alain Canivet-Abikhalil, it was nice seeing and driving with you guys again - always a pleasure. Wish you all a great rest of the weekend

@Asif Hussain…thanks for your leadership and guidance. Great group of Abu Dhabi fewbies. @Farouq Owdeh @Naveen Raj @Zed @Karthikeyan Govindarajan @Hasan Wahlan @Mus_hus78 Hope to see all soon on dunes again!!!

Nice drive today, thank you all. @Naveen Raj @Hasan Wahlan @Mus_hus78 @Zed @Josh T. @Karthikeyan Govindarajan @Asif Hussain I uploaded some videos : Enjoy

Thank you all for joining the drive. It was fun filled drive with amazing driver's. We all met on time and after quick deflation and short safety reminder we headed to explore khatim desert. Due to movement restriction in Abu Dhabi Emirates we planned to meet at 6am one hour late than our normal meeting time. I always spend some time to plan convoy position prior to drive. This time it took me few seconds to decide. I set the position as per the RSVP and it was a good call.@Naveen Raj was in second lead and followed my instructions precisely at all time and i was amazed to know that this was your first fewbie drive. @Josh T.with his monster GMC truck at third position was cutting all the ridges into half on its way which made easy for the others behind him. @Zed @Karthikeyan Govindarajan @Hasan Wahlan @Mus_hus78 @Farouq Owdeh You guys deserve the praise.. awesome performance. Ridge riding was just a peice of cake for you guys really commendable. See you all soon.

Choosing the Right Air Compressor for Desert Off-Roading in the UAE Off-roading in the UAE desert requires lowering your tire pressure to improve traction on soft sand. While some exits conveniently lead to nearby petrol stations where you can reinflate your tires, this is not always the case. For that reason, carrying a reliable air compressor is an essential part of any off-road recovery kit. It is one piece of equipment you do not want failing when it is time to head back onto the tarmac. Depending on your tire size and the type of compressor being used, reinflating tires can take anywhere from 2–4 minutes per tire to more than 25 minutes for a full set. Under the UAE’s intense desert heat, minimizing inflation time becomes more than just a convenience — it is an important factor for both comfort and equipment longevity. In this article, we will look at some of the key technical considerations when using an air compressor and explain what to look for when purchasing one. Heat Management: The Biggest Challenge The primary challenge with air compressors is heat generation. Compressing air creates friction between air molecules, and this process naturally produces significant amounts of heat. The temperature increase is most noticeable around the piston head, but the air hose itself can also become extremely hot during operation. This is why most quality compressors are equipped with cooling fins and a short metal outlet pipe designed to dissipate heat before it reaches the rubber hose. Even so, compressors should always be handled carefully after use, as certain components may become hot enough to cause burns. It is completely normal for a compressor to heat up during operation, especially when running continuously or operating in high ambient temperatures such as those experienced in the UAE desert. To reduce overheating and extend the lifespan of your compressor, it is recommended to: Keep the compressor in the shade whenever possible Avoid running it continuously for extended periods Respect the manufacturer’s specified duty cycle Allow the unit to cool down between inflation sessions when necessary Understanding Compressor Performance One important factor often overlooked is that inflating a single tire at a time can limit most compressors to an effective airflow of approximately 70 liters per minute (LPM). Even if a compressor is rated for higher output, airflow resistance from a single tire valve can restrict performance, forcing the compressor to work harder and generate additional heat. For high-performance compressors with greater airflow capacity, using a dual-hose or four-hose inflation system can significantly improve efficiency. Inflating multiple tires simultaneously reduces overall runtime, lowers operating temperatures, and makes much better use of the compressor’s available airflow. This setup is especially beneficial for vehicles equipped with larger off-road tires, where inflation times can otherwise become lengthy and demanding on the compressor. What to Look for When Buying an Air Compressor Choosing the right air compressor for desert off-roading is about more than simply buying the most powerful model available. Reliability, durability, and real-world performance are far more important when you are regularly inflating tires in harsh desert conditions. Below are some of the key factors to consider before making a purchase. 1. Warranty and Brand Reputation A quality compressor is an investment, and a reputable manufacturer should stand behind its product with a solid warranty. Premium brands typically offer warranties ranging from 4 to 5 years, which helps justify the higher purchase price and provides peace of mind for frequent off-roaders. Unfortunately, long warranty periods have become less common in recent years, making brand reputation and after-sales support more important than ever. 2. Airflow Output (LPM / CFM) Compressor performance is usually measured in either: LPM (Liters Per Minute) CFM (Cubic Feet Per Minute) As a reference: 2.3 CFM ≈ 65 LPM In general, higher airflow means faster tire inflation. For most off-road applications, compressors delivering 50 LPM or more will perform adequately, while larger tires and multi-tire inflation systems benefit from significantly higher output. However, comparing compressor specifications is not always straightforward. Manufacturers do not always use the same testing standards: Some advertise airflow at 0 PSI (free air delivery) Others provide ratings at 40 PSI, which places a much greater load on the compressor This means that published numbers can sometimes be misleading, and real-world performance may differ significantly from what is printed on the box. 3. Duty Cycle Air compressors generate substantial heat during operation, which means most units cannot run continuously without periodic cooling. The allowable runtime before cooling is required is known as the duty cycle. Manufacturers may express this in different ways: Time-based rating: Example: “20 minutes per hour” Percentage-based rating: Example: “33% duty cycle” In both cases, the meaning is essentially the same: the compressor can operate for approximately 20 minutes within a one-hour period before it should be allowed to cool down. This becomes particularly important for drivers who go off-roading frequently or who need to inflate larger tires. Exceeding the duty cycle repeatedly can quickly lead to overheating, reduced lifespan, or permanent compressor damage. 4. Hose and Accessory Quality The quality of the included accessories is often overlooked but has a major impact on usability and durability. Pay close attention to the quality of: The coiled air hose The pressure gauge The clip-on air chuck Poor-quality fittings and hoses are common failure points and can become frustrating during repeated desert use, especially under high temperatures. 5. Automatic Pressure Shut-Off A useful premium feature is an automatic pressure shut-off system. This function allows the compressor to stop automatically when the inflation trigger is not engaged, reducing unnecessary strain on the motor and limiting heat buildup. It also makes operation more convenient and efficient during multi-tire inflation. 6. Electrical Protection Features Quality compressors should include built-in protection systems such as: Inline fuse protection Thermal overload protection These safety features help protect both the compressor and your vehicle’s electrical system in the event of overheating, excessive current draw, or electrical faults. While these protections are generally standard on premium models, cheaper compressors may omit them entirely. Below a typical specs example of a Bushranger Black Max: Duty cycle is 30 minutes @40psi at 24°C ambient temperature. Obviously the ambient temperature will be much higher for us here in the UAE, so you will need to take that into account. Keep the compressor in the shade while using (or even on the inside of the car if possible) and keep your engine running. These compressors are rated to work most efficiently at 13.8 Volts, so your alternator should be running. Below i will be going through most of the brands we have encountered in the club, and how we can rate them: Premium Brands (****) Brands like ARB, Bushranger, TJM, Dobinsons, and Mean Mother, are the most famous premium brands that will be providing a quality unit that should last years. ARB and Bushranger/Viair have the advantage that you will find spare parts for them, so if you are interested and savvy, you can rebuild your compressor later on. Price range of these compressor is from 750 AED upwards up to 2500+AED. The main reason why they cost more is due to the quality of materials used, higher duty cycle of their compressor, and of course marketing as well. ARB ARB has the single cylinder unit for about 1000AED, while its big brother will be around 2,700AED. They have by far the best quality of hoses and gauges, and these units should last many years if being well taken care of. MeanMother The Mean Mother Adventurer is the only brand/model we know of in the UAE that offers 5year warranty, hence this model has become very popular in our off-roading community. You will find the Adventurer III model for around 750AED (150lpm), but now there is also the Adventurer IV which is having slightly better performance (180lpm) and costs about 999AED. We have heard about a few models failing but were replaced within warranty. Bushranger / Viair Bushranger/Viair has a range of different models with output ratings from 52lpm up to 72lpm. (Black Max for 800AED and Max Air III for 1120AED). The Max Air III has an automatic pressure shut-off. Their compressors are extremely reliable, but i have never been impressed with their yellow plastic coiled hoses and clip-on, except for the black hoses they use on the old SuperMax and the newer Max Air III model. Their smallest model (RV Air for 599AED) is the minimum in terms of output flow (52lpm) and will take quite some time to inflate your tires, but should work fine. Dobinsons Dobinsons have the Zenith model (170 lpm) that is being sold for 999AED. Quality looks top notch with good set of accessories and backed by a premium quality brand. Midrange Brands (***) Golden Camel The "Golden Camel" brand with its red compressors, sold in single cylinder and double cylinder models are fantastic performers for the price (200 AED for the single big cylinder 160lpm, and 280AED for the double cylinder compressor (300 lpm). Yes the hoses break, the electrics fail sometimes, and it won't be the most reliable compressor, but for that price it's worth a try if you want it. You will find the hoses also separarely in DM, and if you are a bit handy with a soldering gun you might make an attempt to replace the switches or solder a wire back on. They now even have a mighty big 4-cylinder unit, which pumps out an impressive 300lpm. The problem nowadays is that you have even "fake" Golden Camel compressors, who look 100% identical, but their quality is even more of a question mark. I recently bought one and it started overheating and shutting off after only two tyres. The vibration coming from the compressor makes me wonder about the tolerances used in the manufacturing process. On the other hand i also have a single cylinder Golden Camel that has been going strong for 3 years now and never failed. Vitaly Vitaly is a brand that basically re-labels these Chinese compressors and sells them at a higher price in hardware stores like ACE and Speedex. Again they are a bit of a gamble and the only advantage you will have is you will get at least 1year warranty through these stores. T-Max These compressors are looking very similar to the DM Single big cylinder compressors and the Mean Mother Adventurer. There is a smaller 72lpm unit and a big 150lpm unit. Prices are similar to Vitaly, and T-Max seems to be a reputable Australian brand, so perhaps the build quality will be a slight notch above the DM compressors. Volcano I recently stumbled upon this brand via a shop in Ajman. They are manufactured in Taiwan and manufacture compressors for high end brands as well. Their biggest compressor model is the B850 which is being sold for about 650AED. Have seen them on sale in DM as well. They come in a sturdy box, with decent hose (like the Bushranger top model) and have a pressure gauge with automatic cut-off. Flow rate is 98lpm. Brands/ Models to avoid: -The smaller "Golden Camel" Compressor. Absolutely worthless. Also sold under the "X-Cessories" brand name. -Mini compressors to connect to the cigarette lighter: Will last only a few drives. Not made to inflate weekly from 15 to 35psi, unless you want to wait for 25mins or longer. Will overheat easily because of this. These are made for sedans and bicycles. The Black and Decker and Michelin models seem to work better, but it will take you upwards of 25 minutes to inflate your tires. If you happen to have one of those, i strongly recommend to only inflate to about 25psi you can then drive to the nearest petrol station and use their compressor. If you are in the market of buying a new compressor, i hope this article can shed some light and useful information that will guide you in the right direction. As you can clearly see, inflating tyres on a 4x4 in the summer heat requires a big powerful compressor that can quickly inflate your tyres before overheating or shutting down.

thanks @Srikumar for this challenging yet super exciting drive this morning. had a lot of fun and learning today. that would not have been possible without the help of the support team @Hisham Masaad, @Nivin, @Zixuan Huang - Charlie and the group of amazing drivers. i posted few pics and videos in the gallery. see you in the next one !

Thank you a lot Frederic @Frederic for leading the absolute Newbie drive today. Indeed it was a super smooth morning being blessed by the “shy” sun along with super spirit and enthusiasm among all the new comers today who did just more than great in their day one reminded me of my own indeed. @Enrico Biscaro @Aaliyah Mohammed @Brian Dev @Jins Johnand @Ajit John thank you for making this day so beautiful by being on time , your careful attention and fantastic driving and I hope to see you again soon. Stay save wishing you lovely week ahead. Here comes a humble relive hope you enjoy and some snaps in gallery

Thanks @Asif Hussain bhai for leading today. Ridge riding experience is a result of following you, Sri and Fred's multiple drives 😁 Looking forward to more challenges & training 😊 we always own up to our mistakes bro @Naveen Raj, that's what Principal Asif taught us 😂😂😂. My car is like 911 bro, call me anytime you're stuck 😅

awesome! thanks! Thank you @Srikumar, @Hisham Masaad & @Nivin for making this drive happen. It was my first fewbie drive and it was absolutely thrilling from beginning to end. I felt challenged for the first time and it was great from beginning to end.

Great work Tarek! Thanks

@Rjducos @Sunil Mathew @Anoop Nair @Aisha S

@Ale Vallecchi sorry i couldnt join drive, was awake for last 40 hrs and slept without control got up just now, I am really sorry missed your drive.

Taking a moment to truly appreciate the phenomenal leadership and resilience that @Lorenzo Candelpergher & @Veedooshee (under the guidance of @Wrangeld) have imparted to the entire convoy this morning. It was a challenging day with lots of recoveries but seeing Veedooshee's Pajero and Lorenzo's Rubi running back & forth every time truly showcases why Carnity's drives teach so much more than just how to drive. And at every site, they were in there digging away with shovels. I tip my proverbial hat to all three of you for showing us how to never give up, and demonstrating exactly the kind of elbow grease that goes into becoming as valuable to the convoy, as you were. I have so much learn from all of you.

@Asif Hussainbhai, what more could I have asked for, thanks for taking away the fear inside me as this being my first fewbie drive I was a bit nervous when we started the drive and that too as second lead but gradually the fear vanished as u kept pushing the limits and i got used to it. This is till date my best drive I ever had, so challenging and fun filled. @Josh T.U missed the fun at the end, hope to see your monster in action soon. thanks @Zed @Karthikeyan Govindarajanfor helping me in the stucks and refusals. Looking forward to see you all soon in sand. Happy weekend.

Thanks for adding me, I have missed todays drive, looking fwd to meet you all.

Drive Report I still remember my first drive with Carnity. We met up near Pink Rock and planned to do short introductory Newbie drive. Things went the other way when multiple cars got stuck and we ended up shoveling each car out for quite some time and it was late in the afternoon by the time we exited. I had an absolute blast and loved the physical aspect, camaraderie, and felt part of a family from day one. Today was a drive that went ultra smooth, and that is courtesy to all of you as you guys and gals came prepared, all listened to our instructions perfectly, and found the perfect rhythm and continuous momentum. As i mentioned in the debriefing, not every drive will be a smooth as this, but having a difficult drive can be fun as well and will bring new learning experiences. @Enrico Biscaro you came with your new ride and sailed through every dunes effortlessly. I hope you liked your first "club" drive and see the fun we have as a collective. Keep it up ! @Aaliyah Mohammed you brought a beautiful orange Jeep to our drive which you have mastered brilliantly. Your approach, lines, momentum were all super smooth. Well done ! @Brian Dev you hade some minor refusals at the beginning, but after deflating a little bit further down you've found your groove and drove really well today ! @Jins John you brought the legendary Land Cruiser today, which is due to its size not the easiest car to learn the art of offroading, but apart from some minor refusals you were in total control and did great ! @Ajit John with your experience on two wheels in the sand, having 2 additional ones surely helped today. Well driven ! A big thank you to my wonderful support @M.Seidam who kept a close watch on all of you. You live and breathe the Carnity spirit completely, as all of our newbies feel well looked after and supported, and it's that confidence that will make them grow week after week and become a better offroader / team player / club member. Thank you !! Moving forward you all will be joining the Newbie drives and not an Absolute Newbie drive anymore. Drives are announced every Sunday at 11 am, and they go live on Sunday at 7:00 pm. Due to the high demand, these drives get full in about 10 minutes, so please be online at 7 pm to book your spot. If you miss a spot, put your name on the waitlist asap. Generally, by Thursday with dropouts everyone does get a spot if they have waitlisted. For the next drives, please bring along a deflator, pressure gauge, flag, compressor and radio as a minimum. Learn to deflate your tires and checking them precisely Learn to fix a flag on your car Learn to program and fully charge your radio Also like I mentioned during the debriefing, join the Carnity Whatsapp Drive Notification to get the latest updates on the drives, so that you can RSVP on time for the next weekend's drive. Please have a look at below topic which describes the tools needed for every level. There is a separate tutorial inside which explains which radio we recommend and how to program them: (Please do not buy the Baofeng 888S spare radio we gave you, as these cannot be programmed without a special cable and software). Please have a look at below grading structure that explains various off-road levels: See you guys and gals soon on the sand again. Take care. @AMBATI we did not see you on the drive today. I hope everything is fine ?

Really exciting and challenging drive today, stretching the limits… helps gear up for the next level… lots of learning: how the convoy is managed, driving through the track, as well as observing the recoveries… hats off to @Veedooshee, @Lorenzo Candelpergher & @Wrangeld Looking forward to the next drive….

Thanks to all who engaged and suggested, now time to announce the winner. Mitsubishi Pajero 2014, 101K km, 3.8 GLS. SWB I checked it has 1 tow point in front and 2 in the back

Amazing Vedio..

Really an eventful day and lots of fun as promised by @Wrangeld. The second phase was a lot more fun as it was a fast tracked section and hence could feel the shift of pace. It was a totally different desert experience. Wonderfull support by @Veedooshee and @Lorenzo Candelpergher Especially in towing a dead car out of the desert. Really happy to see the leadership and to see that @Carnity no-one is left behind.

Thanks Bro @Zed for your kind offer, I love to have myself recovered by your black beast 😂

Thanks a lot @Wrangeld for all the guidance and support. Thanks to @Veedooshee and @Lorenzo Candelpergher for the help. Today's was a fantastic drive where we not only did some amazing and challenging drive but also witnessed the care of Club Carnity in quickly accomodating a recovery drive. Learnt a lot and hope to continue learning. Cheers.

Updated convoy list Gaurav Silver Pajero Looper Wrangler IM Nafiz Lexus LX470 NB AbdullaB LC100 NB munkybizness Patrol Y61 NB Rizwanm2 Xterra ST Daniel Yang Patrol Y62 NB Peter Hager Wrangler Rubi NB M.Seidam Xterra Adv Fabien Monleau LC76 FB Abdul Rahman AK Pajero IM Ben84 Wrangler Rubi FB topgear FJ Cruiser FB+ Jeepie Wrangler Exp

Thanks Frederic for the wonderful experience , thankful that I took the plunge at last. Mohammed thank you for your patient and welcoming attitude. Looking forward to the next drive and definitely will recommend Carnity to my friends.

Sorry Ale, I have drop out last morning min due to a personal issue. Cheers

Tried this and almost tried below one...both are garbage....threw it after a month...surely don't have patience for these plus hose and electrical are crappy A good thread for anyone joining in new and looking for compressor wish had this insight when I spent 70-80 aed on these...😃😃

Just saw updated list I will be there

Thank you Fred, this is a very informative article about compressors, I have spent a week and got pretty much the same information on certain points. Addition: Working pressure - This is should be understood as the efficiency of the air pumping into tire. Below is my observation to validate: single cylinder, air flow volume 150L/min, max working pressure 150 PSI, 3mins+ to fill up factory sized tire twin cylinder, air flow volume 300L/min, max working pressure 150 PSI, 1.5mins+ to fill up factory sized tire A shop clerk in DM told me if the golden camel logo is a sticker on the box, it is the "fake" ones I went to those shops myself and found out the same🤣, even a pc X-cessories with melted hose in display. Vitaly ones come with 1 year warranty I guess is because they know too well that the golden camels roughly stop working after a year. Basically you are spending 100 AED more for the warranty. So I decided to try my luck and got a golden camel single cylinder, thinking that single cylinder should produce less heat than the twin cylinder one while the working pressure remains the same, only the air flow volume is halved, im ok with it taking 3+mins to fill up each tire while chitchating post drive

Please find the convoy list for tomorrow drive We will use Radio Channel 1 In case of any emergency, please contact me on 050 5258706 @Looper, @Nafiz, @AbdullaB, @munkybizness, @Rizwanm2, @Daniel Yang, @Peter Hager, @Rsjiv Samuel, @M.Seidam, @Arshad Roojee, @Fabien Monleau, @Abdul Rahman AK, @Ben84, @topgear, @Jeepie No Radio, Flag and Shovel = No Drive Gaurav Silver Pajero Looper Wrangler IM Nafiz Lexus LX470 NB AbdullaB LC100 NB munkybizness Patrol Y61 NB Rizwanm2 Xterra ST Daniel Yang Patrol Y62 NB Peter Hager Wrangler Rubi NB Rsjiv Samuel FJC NB M.Seidam Xterra Adv Arshad Roojee Wrangler FB Fabien Monleau LC76 FB Abdul Rahman AK Pajero IM Ben84 Wrangler Rubi FB topgear FJ Cruiser FB+ Jeepie Wrangler Exp

Please see below the changed convoy list after changes during today. The convoy is bigger than planned - but we will make it work. See you in the morning. @FARAZ MOHAMMED @Alex Hollands @Pieter Potgieter @Joji varghese @Shama Zamora @Bijan Aliakbari @Veedooshee @Ramandbx @S Jacob @Adam James @munkybizness @Damien Ranjit @Rsjiv Samuel @Alexander Holodny @Lorenzo Candelpergher

I am sorry for you buddy, i will take your spot for now and enjoy on your behalf and see you soon on sand on another drive!!!

Convoy Numbering 1. Srikumar - Cherokee XJ 2. Charlie - Pathfinder 3. Aisha S - Wrangler 4. Anoop Nair - Wrangler 5. Sunil - Wrangler 6. Charbel - Xterra 7. Nivin - Xterra 8. Abdul Rafay - Wrangler 9. Tareck - Patrol Y62 10. Adhir - Pajero SWB 11. Rjducos - Ford F150 12. Darren Thompson - Raptor 13. Hisham - FJC We will be using Carnity Channel 2 for the drive. See you tomorrow morning at 5 AM

hi @Lorenzo Candelpergher today i got a confirmation for 30th night drive, hence please give it to next in line. Thanks.

I was living in Paris before I come to Dubai. No need for a car in Paris. When I moved here in Feb 2019 I lived on the Palm and my office was in media city, less than 5 minutes away. I was a workaholic, spending my days, nights and weekends at the office. I didn’t feel the need of owning a car. In my early days here, a friend took my out in the desert with his family one day. I found the desert so poetic, right away ! This is when I thought, if I ever get a car, it will be to go to the desert. Later on, I met a girl in Dubai, she had a 2 doors JK and she knew how to drive in the desert. I would ask her to take me to drive in the sand and in the dunes. Each time I would get behind the wheel, I would get stuck and she would take us out of it (imagine how helpless I would feel ^^). Once, I even got us stuck on the roadside because of an island of sand while taking her kids to IMG World… This is where I thought I needed to take desert driving lessons. Fast forward to Feb 2021, I finally decided to buy a car. Didn’t have to think long, went to Trading Entreprises, they showed me my car and I bought it. It was delivered to me on a Thursday, on Friday I was with @Wrangeld in the sand for a Masterclass, on Sunday I was registering to my first @Carnity convoy drive. And since then, my whole lifestyle has changed... I used to go out every Thursday and Friday, work on weekends… look at me now, I never miss a chance to be out there in the sand at early hours, even attending the mid-week afternoon rides. My journey is just starting. I already learned a lot and met many lovely people. I am more than happy and grateful to be part of the @Carnity community ! PS : and now I can take the girl to the desert PPS : beautiful initiative @Enrico Biscaro

I started my off-road adventures with a couple of Gulf News Fun Drives, the first in 2013 at Liwa and the second in 2014 at Lisalli. While the first one was reasonably enjoyable as it was the first time we were in the sand, the second was a complete torture with the more compact dunes. A group of us got lost in the desert and when we tried to contact the gulf news coordinators we were told to call the cops to help find our way out of the desert. Fast forward to Jan 2017, and I was looking for an outlet away from my work related stress. I was a member of Carnity since 2012, but was never active and had probably logged in just a few times. There was a newsletter of an Absolute Newbie Drive at Fossil Rock on 27 Jan 2017. Later I got to know, that this was the first of a series of 3-5 experimental drives started by Gaurav and team to start the Carnity off-road club. From being an introvert who would not be much of a risk taker, I have personally come a long way over the past 4.5 years to becoming more adventurous and willing to push my boundaries of comfort. The journey from an Absolute Newbie in this community club to being a senior member has been truly a life changing experience. Offroading gets me away from all the worries of the city and let's me spend a good 4-5 hours every week enjoying the passion with fellow off-roaders. Along the way made some wonderful friends for life. The icing on the cake was when my son started joining my off-road escapades and who also has started enjoying the outdoors. I owe a lot to this Club. Cheers !!

Excellent idea. Made me think of how i got the offroad driving bug. I moved to Saudi Arabia in 2012 and wanted to explore the deserts a bit, but had absolutely no clue on how/where to start. I fell in love with a big blue 2007 FJ Cruiser which i found secondhand in Dammam, and was imported from the US. It looked immaculate, and i was even able to trace back the original US owner. On a lonely weekend, i deflated my tyres a bit and went offroad. Soon i found myself stuck and was approached by a friendly Saudi national who came camping with this family. His two young kids who were perhaps only 6-7 years old started to deflate my tyres further to try to help the self recovery, but nothing worked. He called up a friend that arrived 20 mins later with a heavy modified Chevy Blazer. He pulled me out of the sand and as we were talking the guy kept asking "Did you engage the 4x4 ?" To which i replied "i assumed the FJ is an all time 4x4" ? and a few moments later we realized this was actually a 4x2 model from US. (two wheel driven only). I felt super embarassed but we had a good laugh about it. I decided not to give up, and to practice a bit more before selling the FJ. At 10psi i was actually able to reach some nice camping spots and enjoy my weekend outings. But by then i realized if this is so much fun in 2WD how much fun 4WD would be Eventually i ended up selling the FJ, and ended up meeting the wonderful Carnity family which taught me everything about offroading and so much more.

Beautiful video @Enrico Biscaro and a good way to connect with stories, always work wonder. Lemme start with my favorite story of how I started off-roading, as many might not know this hilarious bit. My girlfriend (wife now) company invited us to a gathering in the desert on a safari tour. Saw how my wife enjoyed and scream during that ride motivated me to sell my Lexus GS430 (I used to be a sports car guy, before off-roader) and changed to Land Cruiser. She joined me for three drives and got bored, and I got this offroad bug for my life.