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An IM drive after almost a months break from offroading, I was apprehensive whether all the "muscle memory" gained could be recalled, after the gap, but seemed fine !!! Thanks for the nice smooth flowing drive @Ale Vallecchi, we did the whole circle as planned, i hope, climbing slip faces and criss crossing our way , all along covering a 100Km with almost 28Kmph average pace... very minor refusals here and there, and the radio channel waking up mostly for "terrain prompts" from Ale, for a bump here, a bush there etc etc Although the day proved to be slightly unlucky for @Pacific, with a pop out and a flat tyre, it was a fun drive with all of us driving at different positions every 40 min, the unconventional element of the drive from Ale 👍👍..this ensured that we dont slip into our comfort zones , staying alert to adjust to a different driver in front of you, every 40 min, varying from a high alert 2nd lead to a lazy IM sweep Good company @Fabien Monleau - who i seem to share some commonality w.r.t our field of work - ships 😀, @Christian Andras and veteran @Thomas Varghese Until next time 🤘🖐️

Well said and fully agree on every aspect. Also good to see @Christian Andras, fellow mate of professional similarity.

Ideally should have enough viscosity, not to leak through the seals. .We use hydraulic oil grade 46 for our cylinder jacks on field

Dear @Sunil Mathew you covered the entire drive beautifully. Now nothing more to add from my side. As usual the drive from @Ale Vallecchi accomplished all the targets set. Had a wonderful drive. My only concern was as there was not much delays for stopping in the drive I couldn't click any pictures.

Forgot once to close tight the screw after use of jack,just to find hydraulic fluid was lost,making jack not useful. DIY, Google for hydraulic fluid, opened the Jack at home and the fluid chamber with vegetable oil. It works, last I used when someone pop out.

Good point, i ran into the same issue somewhere last year and only had some brake fluid lying around. Tried that and it worked fine as well.

Congratulations @Tom B. Well done. Keep roaring ahead

Welldone @topgear Its about time 😁 See you soon

Congratulations @Tom B

Congratulations @Emanuel

congrats @Emmanuel

Congratulations @Imteeaz 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

Congratulations @topgear for reaching the Intermediate 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. INTERMEDIATE Drives Attended (Indicative) Minimum 10 Fewbie Plus drives are required within last 6 months for Intermediate promotion. What you'll learn Basic GPS and navigational skills Basic tow rope and winch recoveries Extreme side sloping and long hill climb Tall dunes ridge riding and criss crossing Precise control over technical dunes Fast pace desert driving Clear radio communication skills Advance recovery skills Self recover from dune crest Soft sand recovery Pop-out fixing Skills required Adventurous and thrill seeker but in a safe manner Level headed under stressful situations Responsible, dependable and accountable Car Worthiness Capable 4x4 vehicle with low range gearing Suitable approach and departure angle High profile tires Off-road gear required Safety flag, tire deflator, tire pressure gauge, shovel, fire extinguisher, medical kit, radio (walkie-talkie), air compressor, tool kit, rated recovery rope and 2 rated shackles, GPS. Drive teamwork Manage center forward position with Trip Lead’s permission Learn/assist recoveries under Trip Lead’s supervision Re-route convoy and coordination, when needed Learn to lead small portion of Intermediate drive under Marshal supervision Drive Joining Join Newbie, Fewbie, Intermediate and Exploration drives only Forum participation Active participation on the forum Share drive experience + feedback Share drive pictures in the gallery Post trip report after the drive

Hi @Joao, this drive is Fewbie. I'm sorry, but you cannot attend it for now. You will have to select a Newbie drive until you reach the next level. Thank you for your understanding. Details on levels and promotions on https://carnity.com/forums/topic/16479-off-road-club-grading-structure-v30

Dear @Thomas Varghese old produced Vehicles are like brand new when it’s timely maintained according to schedule or even ahead which is recommended to all who practice our highly demanding hobby on weekly bases . Even in 16000km new one this can happen when you pay a weekly visit to desert . Agree with you for the on road unluckily. It was just a possibility one out of many 😄

Congratulations @Tom B

Congratulations @Emanuel ... He passed fewbie level longtime back... 😜... Hope Emanuel part2 become same as our beloved velociraptor.

congratulations @Tom B

Congrats @Tom B

Having been rescued by Charlie a couple of times, I can attest to his skills! Congratulations Charlie! I will keep you busy

Awesome news @Emanuel! Well deserved. See you soon!

Congrats @Peter Hager

Congrats @george charbel

Congratulations @Simon Dawood

Congratulations @Peter Hager 👏. Well done

Congratulations @Tom B 👏. Well done

Congratulations @Simon Dawood 👏. Well done

Congratulations @Emanuel. Well done

Congratulations @Peter Hager well done👏👏👏

Congratulations @Tom Bon the promotion

Congrats @Tom B the monster can roar in even more exciting drives now 😆!

Congrats @Peter Hager !

Well done @GauravSoni good to see! 👍

Huge applause 👏 to a well deserved promotion! hope to join more of your drives soon @GauravSoni

CONGRATULATIONS @GauravSoni. Will drive with u soon under your lead. Renewed my membership only for this purpose. Have driven with you so many times. Knew one day you will lead a drive in the club seeing your passion.

Congrats @topgear see you soon …

Congratulations buddy! Well done, look forward to joining your drives soon 😎

Congratulations @Gaurav Soni this is a great story. I recall when you applied for promotion to support and were turned down. Instead of bitchin n moanin you took it on the chin and asked yourself why did you not get approval straight away. You went off to drive in other clubs and no doubt learned a lot. You also clearly looked inside a little and came back stronger, more committed and ... now you're at the pinnacle. You've been a great example to other drivers and now have the chance to lead those for whom off roading is as important in their lives as for you.

Great news @Gaurav Soni Congratulations..

Congrats @Gaurav Soni ! Keep it up !

Congratulations Buddy 👏👏👏 !!! Big Bravo @Gaurav Soni !

Congratulations bro, well done! @Zixuan Huang - Charlie

Congratulations @Daniel Rodason the promotion. More drives together!

@Daniel Rodas well deserved congratulations

Congratulations @Daniel Rodas, enjoy the new level 👏🏼

Thank you @Gaurav, really appretiated, what a great club!

Congratulations @Zixuan Huang - Charlieon the promotion

Dear Charlie @Zixuan Huang - Charlie hearty congratulations. Truly deserved and welcome aboard the step toward leadership . Your passion to off-roading and your smooth personality what brought you here and still more . Well done my friend 👍

Congrats @Zixuan Huang - Charlie well done on the promotion

Congrats @Zixuan Huang - Charlie well done buddy!!!