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It’s a team effort which was brilliantly supported by @marks at the back with cool composure and @Joji varghesewith his watchful eyes…this gave us a complete peace of mind to focus on the finding clean patch of dunes!!

Thank you @GauravSoni for a superb drive. It was a wonderful and foggy morning and enjoyed being a part of your first lead. It was nice to meet and know few new faces like @Sanjay Malik @Juzer Gandhi, @George Joubran, @eldose baby @Karthik Raptor @Imteeaz. You guys were amazing today. Thanks to @marks and @Joji varghese for the support. You guys did a good job today. @Sudhanva Sonawane @Jose Thomasand @Rajiv Sam.. Was.nice to see you guys conquering the track. Well done boys. Thanks everyone once again and see you soon. Some pics in the gallery

Thanks a million guys for great drive. To all in the group, thanks a million for your patience during the repeated refusals from the start. @marksRightly pointed out a faulty tyre pressure in the very beginning, by then I was jittery, very conscious and nervous till the end which would ensure the vehicle would just not power up any considerable slope because I would chicken out before the car I felt or maybe the 2008 Pajero is ageing up on compression. @Sanjay Malik, @Shaaz Sha @GauravSoni thanks for your supporting words. @George Joubranappreciate you looking out and maintaining distance as I would be failing climbs frequently. A great takeaway was there was that all stucks and refusals were very clearly and precisely guided leading to not a single shovel or tow rope used throughout the drive. Love you guys! Cheers!

with @Shaaz Sha & @GauravSoni guiding I believe you don't need shovel or tow rope to get unstuck.

All is well that ends well my man @Juzer Gandhi Thank you all for a great drive, had a blast!

DRIVE RSVP IS NOW CLOSED Guys, please find your convoy positions for tomorrow posted here above. @Amr Paple @Zubair@george charbel @Ignacio Quindos@Danish Mohammad@Enrico Biscaro @Mahmoud Taha @Quresh Pajero @Murtaza Bhuria @takeshi sobue @Miguel Codes @Thomas Varghese We will be using Channel 1: 446.006 Mhz. Please be aware that radio, flag, and shovel are mandatory tools to bring. As mentioned earlier this week, this is a more "scenic" kind of drive that allows us to enjoy the terrain. Bring your favorite camera / phone and we hope for a nice morning out in the sand ! See you all tomorrow at 7AM !

It was my first drive with @Brette since 20 Nov 2020. When we were reaching the meeting point, it was clear but soon a layer of fog descend. We started the drive but as the conditions soon become not so conducive for safe driving we took a halt for sometime till the fog lifted, soon we had our first pop out of the day. After we reached near the pink rock we moved towards big red. While initially all was smooth just before the exit we found ourselves with 3 back to back pop outs and a stuck. Luckily the temperatures were still bearable and thanks to @Brette all pop outs were fixed and we exited. Overall a nice experience for all involved in both driving as well as in for recovery. All in all everyone drove quite well and hopefully enjoyed the drive as well. I can say I did. @Krishna R you need to get rid of those HT tires and have some ATs on your car. They are really pulling you back due to lack of traction, and hence the refusals. Suggest you go for 1-2 more newbie drives to get acquainted with the new shoes on your ride. @TT_Dubai you were excellent as the second lead, thanks a lot. Finally a big thanks to @Brette for a great drive today and hopefully many more to come in the future with you.

In the summer we start by 5 am 😄

Congratulations @Pacific for joining the Support Team 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. SUPPORT TEAM Pre-requisite 1) Minimum 10 any level "Carnity" drives are required after your Intermediate promotion. Once you decide to join Team Carnity to excel further with your off-roading, people, and commanding skills, you will be extensively trained by the whole Team Carnity from Expert - Marshal - Crew at various stages by supporting different levels drives. Stage 1 After your Support Team promotion request is accepted, you will receive a Desert Recovery Champion training to be fully equipped to handle the most levels of support requirements: Basic self-recovery techniques Tow rope recovery – basics Recover vehicle without tow points How to fix tire pop out / change How to deal with extreme recoveries Advance survival techniques How to deal with vehicle overheating First-Aid response Firefighting response Stage 2 (optional) Pre-requisite 1) Minimum 10 "Carnity" Intermediate drives are required within the last 6 months. 2) For progressing further to Advisor level, you need to receive a minimum of 4 different Marshals / Crew approval by supporting 4 or more Newbie drives, so that you can attain adequate exposure for bigger roles that come with more responsible and commanding tasks in the future. To learn and demonstrate your recovery and self-recovery skills. Help individuals to self-recover or use tow rope or winch recoveries. To demonstrate your convoy commanding skills in difficult situations. And people interaction skills to manage the convoy with clear communication. Once you receive 4 different Marshals / Crew approval, then you will be eligible for your Advisor promotion. Eligibility criteria: Maximum two rounds of 4 Newbie drives each will be assigned to you with different Marshals for demonstrating your skills, knowledge, commitment, and team player attitude. You must attain a full consensus of all 4 Marshal / Crew in either the first or the second round as a qualifier. Full 4 drives consensus need to be achieved in either round for you to proceed, else your promotion request will be rejected permanently. You may of course continue in the Carnity Off-road Club at your previous rank.

Congratulations @Vishal Nair 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

I have this one 2.5 tons ordered it from Amazon and I used it several times from first IM drive till now .. no issues at all i find it the best of the two world between compactness 2 ton versions and heavy duty less handy to transport 3 tons monster 😄

Congrats @GauravSonifor your first lead.👏👏👏

@Kailas we should be nicknaming you 'The Michael Bay of Carnity' (every drive you plan seems to be an action thriller stacked with bad actors and a lame ending ha ha). So, this weeks matinee drama was "Carnity on Faya" a long and twisting story about white sand and sweeping dunes punctuated by plenty of intermissions for stucks, refusals and pop outs. Great fun for all and all set in a beautiful backdrop with fine warm weather. It started well, got fast in the middle and then crashed to an ending best described as... interesting. Nice to meet new people who I haven't driven with and you all acquitted yourselves brilliantly. Special mention to @Andrew McCarthyfor the laughs and the entertainment and to @Willie for driving the second best car in the event. BRRM BRRM!

Dear friends @Davie Chase @James Thorn @Chris Wing @MMansoor @Charbel @Joe Biju Joseph @Anoop Nair @Daniel Yang @Arda Yagcioglu and @Rajiv Sam

Congratulations @Krishna Rwell done 👍👍

Congratulations @Krishna R! Enjoy the new level

Thank you @Islam Solimanyour contribution was immense for this promotion. Really grateful. Hoping to drive more with you! Thank you bro Thank you @Brette looking forward to more drives with you

Congratulations @Krishna R well deserved.

It’s going to be a long convoy @ASAD... but why not 👌

Congratulations @salah2u for reaching the Fewbie Plus 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 PLUS Drives Attended (Indicative) Minimum 10 Fewbie drives are required within last 6 months for Fewbie Plus promotion. What you'll learn Advance dune and sand reading Advance recovery techniques Rocking and crawling to make path Learn to flatten/compact soft sand patch Self recovery from crest Advance side sloping and long hill climb Advance ridge riding and criss crossing Advance control over technical dunes Slightly faster pace desert driving FULLY control and avoid fishtailing Never fight or challenge gravity Skills required Enthusiastic and positive attitude Willingness to learn and help others Extremely attentive and focused while driving Car Worthiness Any 4x4 vehicle with low range gearing Suitable approach and departure angle Bash plate and skid plate protected 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, Fewbie and Fewbie Plus drives Forum participation Active participation on the forum Share drive experience + feedback Share drive pictures in the gallery Post trip report after the drive

Dear friends Mahmoud Torky @Mahmoud Torky Wafi Ziadeh @Wafi Ziadeh Sayed Bilal @Sayed Bilal Anthony Cupit @Anthony Cupit Looper @Looper See you all tomorrow for this absolute newbie drive Please bring along whatever off road tools you have - deflator, radio, flags and compressor ( is needed ) Deflate to 12 psi for off road all terrain tires Deflate to 15 psi for regular tires We will have a extended briefing on safety, drive methods, rules you need to follow and the techniques to drive on sand Irrespective of what drive level in Carnity, the level will always be tuned dwon to the least experienced member signed up. Rest assured , safety and the right techniques is always paramount Myself and @Looper will try to be with you to guide you to the best of our abilities. Please respond and listen to the advises given Some important reminders - tow hooks mandatory - front and back - please ensure your car is in best of the conditions with all fluids topped upas off roading take s a toll on the car than driving on tarmac. - Make sure you have a spare tire and the appropriate lug nut to disengage it. - Get acquainted to your gears, how to engage 4L and 4H, diff locks if any - we will guide you how to do it as we drive along. - Bring your 100% concentrations with adequate rest, preferable not to have any distractions in the form of passengers/ kids . Make sure they are belted all the time appropriate for their age and heights. Convoy listing 1. Chaitnaya- 2. @Wafi Ziadeh 2nd lead 3. @Anthony Cupit 4. @Sayed Bilal 5. @Looper - sweep For sure we will have loads of fun considering the short convoy See you all tomorrow sharp at 7 am . In any case contact me by calling on 0529970964 for any queries or clarification.

Drive RSVP is closed now, please find your convoy numbering below. We will use Radio Channel 1: 446.006'25 NEW DRIVE TIMING CHANGED: 6 AM - 10 AM, please be on time. @Felix Obst @Goh KP @JERINE_B @Murad Hamed @Udit S @Lawrence_Chehimi @Abdul Basit Khan @Alfred Alinazar @hugo @Mark D @Salim Akhtar @KKIRAN Gaurav Silver Pajero Felix Obst 2021 Jeep Wrangler - White Goh KP Pajero SWB- White JERINE_B 2021 Jeep Wrangler 4 door Murad Hamed 2019 Patrol Y61 Falcon Lawrence_Chehimi Nissan Xterra Udit S Prado 2016 (3 door) 2.7L Alfred Alinazar Pajero - 4 door - black hugo 2019, Toyota, FJ Cruiser, red Mark D 2020 Ford Raptor - Blue

No issue. Take care bro

@Krishna R congratulations 👍

@Vishal Nair congratulation.👍

Well done @Vishal Nair, congratulations

Well done @Krishna R, congratulations

Thank you @Kailas for the great drive today and all the team behind for support. Met new faces and made some friends today and hope to see you all soon.

Congratulations @Krishna R! Enjoy the new level

Congratulations @Krishna R

Hi @Andrew McCarthy @Naveen Raj @Haitham Khattab @Willie @Amr Aydin @Warren Flay @Anthony Tan @Richard Franks take it easy guys. Too much fog on faya truck road. So take your time to arrive. We will accordingly start the drive

Congratulations @Krishna R

@Pacific congratulations 🎉🎉 Well deserved 👏👏👏

Congratulations @salah2uenjoy the new level 👏👏

Congratulations @salah2u! You’re in for a treat with the FB+ drives

Congratulations @Vishal Nair! Enjoy the new level!

Congratulations @Pacific!

Hi Chaitanya, i’m driving super safari and it has front and rear hooks. No prior experience in desert. Hoping to learn something with you😊

@Pacific congratulations, well done my dear

Congratulations @Vishal Nairwell done

Congratulations @salah2u 👏 well done.

Please find the convoy list for tomorrow: 1. Kailas 2. @Andrew McCarthySL 3. @Willie 4. @Warren Flay 5. @Haitham Khattab 6. @Naveen Raj 7. @Amr Aydin 8. @Joseph Raju 9. @Richard FranksSW. We will be on channel 1. See you all tomorrow at6:30 AM

Congratulations @Vishal Nair

Look forward ! I am thinking of sleeping overnight at the meeting point 😂 please wake me up when you arrive guys!

@Waqar Sarwar @Savio Fernandes and @hugo you've been added to the drive. Please confirm if you still like to join. @Udit S @Alfred Alinazar @Murad Hamed @Felix Obst @Salim Akhtar @JERINE_B @KKIRAN @Mark D @Abdul Basit Khan @Goh KP PLEASE NOTE: Drive timing changed from 7 AM start to 6 AM start now, as by 11 AM it was touching 40 degrees today. Hope to finish by 10 AM.

@Ahmad Shakerthanks

@Looper thanks for the prompt reply. Noted!

@Wafi Ziadeh if you can bring that would be great else we will be providing a walkie talkie. Flag while is not considered a must for the first absolute newbie drive - is mandatory from your second drive onwards - so it is good to have one irrespective.

Hi chaitanya, i have a ford bronco and all basic requirements. do i need a flag and a walkie talkie ? thanks, wafi

Hello Doc @Chaitanya D I know this is an absolute newbie drive. But I don't think I am getting a drive this weekend, Is there any possibility of me joining this drive? Regards Krishna