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Thanks Fredy for 7 AM start instead of 5 AM, that will definitely allow everyone to catch good sleep prior to the most demanding, grueling and enduring 2 day EPIC drive. Request to everyone: Please get good sleep as in such a long drive if you are tired, your concentration will fade out very quickly and you will make many silly mistakes. We have noticed this in the past very much in a 6-8 hour drive and this might run longer than that. So buckle up tight.

CONVOY CLOSED - IMPORTANT UPDATES @Gaurav@KAMALIO@Ashutosh Garg@AlexM@Naveen Raj@Amr Aydin@Srikumar@Foxtrot Oscar@Ranjan Das@salah2u@munkybizness@Jorge Stepniak Felippe@Mus_hus78@JeromeFJ You are all confirmed and i hope to see you tomorrow morning ! PLEASE SEE UPDATED STARTING TIME AND MEETING POINT BELOW: * STARTING TIME HAS BEEN UPDATED TO 7.00AM. PLEASE BE ON TIME AND FULLY FUELED UP WHEN YOU ARRIVE AT THE MEETING POINT. * THERE IS NO NEED TO DEFLATE IMMEDIATELY (WE WILL DO THIS LATER ONCE WE ENTER THE SAND). * MEETING POINT: https://goo.gl/maps/9k8wQu8WrkNmwbNk8 * PLEASE READ CAREFULLY THE DRIVE PRECAUTIONS IN THE ORIGINAL POST (MAX 1 PASSENGER, JERRY CAN REQUIREMENTS, ETC... See you all tomorrow !

I never leave Abu Dhabi people behind in their own town 😁

Dear Sand Sailors Hope all had a nice week and are all geared up to have a rejuvenating drive on sand. With less than 10 hours for the drive, I am now closing the rsvp. Will miss @Andrei @Rashid Alseeni and @Sayed Bilal sorry guys but extending convoy further isnt feasible. See you on the next one, till then gear up those fingers for the fastest one wins at 7pm on mondays. 😀 Here are the key details of our drive tomo. Meeting time: 7am sharp (without any exceptions). Radio Channel : 3 Convoy Order: It’s my first time driving with most of you, so wasn’t an easy task defining the convoy order. We will keep it dynamic with changes through the drive. Convoy order to start with is below. 1. Varun in Rubicon 2. @Zubair will be our SL in his FJ 3. @Glenn W on his Montero 4. @Yaseen87 on Pajero 5. @Juzer Gandhi on Pajero 6. @Ishak another Pajero 7. @Mike M. On white rhino will be our CF 8. @Gary F with His sand runner. 9. @Pranjal Varsani1 Rubicon 10. @Krishna R in his Xterra 11. @Mark B the gladiator 12. @Abdul Basit Khan on his blue Xterra 13. @Tharun Kumar V completing our collection of Pajeros, will be our sweep. Looking forward to see you all tomo. Make sure your radios are fully charged and shoulders ready to shovel. In case of any issues, feel free to call/message me on 050 4430 882.

Dear friends Karthik Raptor @Karthik Raptor Parliament @Parliament L. Petelczyc @L. Petelczyc rohit kumar @rohit kumar Andrei S @Andrei S Michael Chattle @Michael Chattle Ahmad Quadri @Ahmad Quadri Hashem Rihan @Hashem Rihan Tom V @Tom V Harshal @Harshal george charbel @george charbel topgear @topgear M.Seidam @M.Seidam Note the following Please be on time and bring all your passion for off-roading and a Full fuel tank as much as possible. Deflate your tires to 12 psi for all terrain tires and 15 psi if regular tires Please ensure your programable radio is on, fully charged and set to Channel 1 (446,006). Briefing will be done before we start moving Please ensure everything in the car is tied down and there are no moving objects Please check all car fluids, tow hooks, and ensure no hanging parts below the chassis. please ensure you come with a full tank (as much as possible) in addition to all mandatory gear for this drive level specially your 1. tire deflator, 2. pressure gauge 3. compressor, 4. safety flag and 5. radio. (NO FLAG or RADIO = NO DRIVE) Meeting point is as below at 7.30 PM beyond Hamari well location in Qudra https://goo.gl/maps/zv9nU6PmsphMzkEB6 Please ensure your navigation is showing the correct location and not anywhere else, off late location in Qudra have been notorious for taking them to Damac hills when on navigation and we blindly follow . For night drive 1. Use high beam and fog lamps - check you aren't glaring others 2. Follow the track taken by car in front exactly 3. If you miss track - Do not venture further on your own Convoy List as below

Dear @Rob S @Imran Kashif @Mohamad Anwer @Chris Wing @Archibald Jurdi @Werno @ASAD. @Senthil Kumar @Waqas Parvez @Hisham Masaad Pre-drive details below: Be ready for briefing by 7:30am Please ensure your programable radio is on, fully charged and set to Channel 1 (446,006) Quick briefing will be done on the sand before we start moving by 7:40am Please ensure everything in the car is tied down and there are no moving objects Please check all car fluids, tow hooks, and ensure no hanging parts below the chassis. please ensure you come with a full tank (as much as possible) in addition to all necessary gear for your level (NO FLAG or RADIO = NO DRIVE) MeetingPoint: https://goo.gl/maps/52SXdWvyFE6ntguh8 Convoy Order: same as RSVP order

@Islam Solimanhi, I have been given space in 2 day over landing drive, there taking my self out. See you in next drive

Phewwww, made it last minute 😅

Good evening all, Please find the convoy list for tomorrow. 1. @Kailas-L 2. @Joji varghese-SL 3. @Bjoern 4. @Pierre de Maigret 5. @Rajiv Sam-CF 6. @Jaro Tuzinsky 7. @Anoop Nair 8. @Sam K-SW We will be on channel 2. See you all soon. Cheers!

Drive RSVP is now closed and the convoy order is below. @Anirudh Dayma @Jesper Weltström @Benjamin williams @essam ibrahim @Ben Lee @Anoop Das @Pacific @DEEPAK ESWAR @Sammy Six @Juan R @Nathan @Paul Zietsman @Benjamin Please go through the tutorial videos and make sure your cars front and rear tow hooks are in order. Hope all of you also have the required gear for the Newbie level drives. No gear = no drive. Programmed radio, flag, deflator and compressor is mandatory. We will be using Carnity Radio channel 1- 446 006 See you all at 7AM sharp.

Looking forward to it.

@Rizwanm2 hi, I have been given space in 2 day over landing drive, therefore taking my self out. See you in next drive

Dear All, thanks for your feedback, as you may have noticed, have extended the convoy size to 12. @Yaseen87 and @Juzer Gandhi you have been added to the drive. We won’t be able to extend the convoy size further. We still have few riders on WL, so in case anyone’s plan changes please update the rsvp at the earliest - let’s not lose slots while we have ppl waiting. Thanks for your understanding.

Hopefully, 360 view works:)

Location updated on the thread, FYI. See you tomorrow

@Brette thanks for your reply, ok . Will be on time , with all the best .

@essam ibrahim unfortunately we won't be able to start later as I have other commitments for the afternoon.

@Brette can i request you to state by 7:30 am , thanks

@Varun Mehndiratta when I saw the description for this drive I knew I had to be part of it. I’m m somewhat of a cresting connoisseur, with a speciality in cresting particular ridges. Not the mega, big , medium or small, no i specialise in the ones that you can step out of the vehicle take two steps down to the base of the mound and marvel at how the car is indeed crested perfectly in the middle of the chassis with the wheels almost touching the base of the dune. looking forward to the inner peace ✌️

Drive Plan Dear Sand Sailors, have you ever been crested on top of a dune? These magical treacherous curve on dunes have bewitched the best of off-roaders. "Its not about avoiding getting crested but what you make of it once crested, that define you as an off-roader" - Varun, Circa 2023. 🖖🤘 Some tend to panic, some wait for guidance and some enjoy the moment by clicking some nice pics - for me, being stuck on top of a dune is step towards Inner peace - its the point when i am not only far away from the hustle of daily life but also alone on a dune away from the rest of the convoy. Those epic moments, before the support team and rest of convoy jump in with their instructions/shovel, offer a perfect time to find some inner peace in one of the most soothing ambience. Snapshot of my recent ventures with this Inner Peace (observe the calm alignment to the the contours of the dune - mesmerizing, isn’t it 😀😀). Thanks @Naveen Raj for the nice click. Through this drive - we plan to transverse through the treacherous dunes around Murquab and Lisali - criss crossing, going up and down and ridge riding all the way - with one and only one agenda - providing the convoy with the ultimate chance to either test their maneuverability through these beautiful curves or experience the bliss of being crested. Our maxim for this drive - may there be peace within you, around you and peace all over the world. ☮️ 🖖 General Overview We request every member that joins this drive to go through the below information and strictly follow these guidelines, etiquettes and responsibilities. MUST READ AND COMPLY Offroad Flag Guideline Two Way Radio Guideline Off road Driving Etiquette's Emergency details for all off-roaders Off Road Driving - Roles & Responsibilities Drive Details Level: Fewbie & Above When: 18th Feb'23, Saturday. Meeting time: 7:00 AM (SHARP - Without any exceptions). Meeting Point: https://goo.gl/maps/g27XpBT9BcpeQdd59 Type of Car: Any 4x4 with front and back tow hooks and 8-10 inches of ground clearance. What to bring along: Loads of water, snacks (for yourself), smiles, enthusiasm and willingness to learn. No need to bring yoga mat, it’s not that kind of drive 😂. Approximate finish time: 11:30AM THIS IS A COMPRESSOR ONLY DRIVE. PLEASE DO NOT SIGN UP FOR THIS DRIVE UNLESS YOU HAVE A COMPRESSOR. ANYONE ARRIVING AT THE DRIVE WITHOUT A COMPRESSOR, FLAG, PROPER SHOVEL AND DEFLATION KIT WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO JOIN THE DRIVE. ALL TOW POINTS WILL BE CHECKED BEFORE DEPARTURE. LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE: Limited to 10 cars only. 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 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. 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: 18 Feb 2022 (Saturday) Meeting time: 07:00 AM (SHARP - Without any exceptions) Meeting Point: https://goo.gl/maps/4bnDJ7vpVXEW3Nen8 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: 11:00 AM PS: COMPRESSOR ONLY DRIVE. LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE: Limited to 10 cars only. RSVP will close on friday - 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

We request every member that joins this drive to go through the below information and strictly follow these guidelines, etiquettes and responsibilities. MUST READ AND COMPLY Offroad Flag Guideline Two Way Radio Guideline Off road Driving Etiquette's Emergency details for all off-roaders Off Road Driving - Roles & Responsibilities DRIVE DETAILS Level: Intermediate and above When: 18 Feb 2023, Saturday Meeting time: 7:30 AM - Sharp (Without any exceptions) Meeting Point: https://goo.gl/maps/52SXdWvyFE6ntguh8 Approximate finish time: 11:30 AM 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), smiles, enthusiasm and willingness to learn. Mandatory off-road gears: Tire deflator, tire pressure gauge, compressor, walkie-talkie radio, off-road flag, shovel, first-aid kit and fire extinguisher. LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE This drive is limited to 10 cars only. If the RSVP is full, you can add your name to the waitlist, once anyone drops, you will be moved to the RSVP list. RSVP will close a day prior to preparing a convoy 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

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 strictly follow these guidelines. MUST READ AND TOTALLY AGREE: COVID19 Precautions Mandatory Safety Requirements Ban from Carnity Off-road Club Two Way Radio Guidelines Drive Details Level: Newbie and above Meeting time: 7:00 AM (SHARP - Without any exceptions) Meeting Point: https://goo.gl/maps/CvbAeQ4Drb4A5exp7 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), smiles, face mask, rubber gloves, enthusiasm and willingness to learn. Approximate finish time: 11:00 AM P.S. Only join if you have a compressor to inflate your tires after the drive. LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE: Limited to 12 cars maximum. RSVP will close on Friday - 12 PM. 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. Members that do not confirm the terms of the COVID requirements will be removed from the RSVP list. 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

Looking forward to driving with you again @Brette let us hope for RAM reliability!!

I'm (reluctantly, due to relocation) selling my 2011 LWB Pajero, and would really love for it to go to someone who appreciates within our community 👍 A fantastic and able vehicle, first owner since new - and regularly maintained at the agency. All records, receipts and documents available. Currently has 162 000 on the clock. Fitted with front & rear MACHINEHEAD skid plates, Yokohama AT's all around including spare tyre. Asking for AED 26000. Best way to get in contact is on Whatsapp - Greg @ 0507345801

@Varun Mehndiratta bro i’m all set to float on the sand.. Thanks for accepting 🏜️🛻

@Islam Soliman unfortunately, i will have to drop out the drive due to some work commitments. Have fun and see you next time everyone. Thanks

@Abdul Basit Khan you have been added to the drive. Please confirm your availability.

@Rizwanm2i have signed out. Got a night drive tonight. Thanks and drive with you next time.

Enjoy your overlanding trip. See you next time 👍

Hello @Varun Mehndiratta , Confirmed 👍🏼

@Varun Mehndirattaconfirmed 👍🏻

Noted , hope all well. Take care

@Krishna R all the best dear, looking forward to see you this Saturday.

Dear Sailors hope you are having a nice week. Since we have 7 on WL and most ppl have this as their only drive this weekend, we are reviewing the plans to try and accommodate most - extend the convoy size or split into two convoys. Request you to please confirm your plan to join the drive - to enable us finalize the plans accordingly. Kindly let us know by EOD today (update the rsvp) to enable us plan accordingly. @Tharun Kumar V @Mike M. @Ishak @Pranjal Varsani1 @Mark B @Krishna R @Rajat Verma @Glenn W @Gary F @Zubair @Juzer Gandhi @Yaseen87 @Abdul Basit Khan @Rashid Alseeni @Daniel Rodas @Sayed Bilal @Andrei S

@Rizwanm2 cheers! I’ll see you then

Hahah that’s the beauty of crests - sometime recovery is easier than explaining to own self that how we managed to get stuck there … 😀

If we do a capture of the Shuwaib IM drives lists for the past 12 months they will all look identical 😂😂😂 always pleasure to drive with this gang

Given the 5am start and that we'll be doing the first 53 km from Ghayati on tarmac, I think it's probably wise to not venture too far in for camping and inflate again in the morning. I'm thinking I'll just park on a side-street and catch some zzzs in the car. Also, given this epic journey, I think it's only fit we have an epic soundtrack to fill our cabins. Please add tracks to this playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/7ILoElNNCR6h9T6k7HdLaO?si=ZMqZnZz1TTu_qusuW4H2YQ&pt=7cc1be6ee7030788d146604420600a16

@Kailas please take my name out, all drive safe ,have fun.

Sorry @Islam Solimanunfortunately I have to drop out from drive urgent shipment coming tomorrow morning 😪

@Varun Mehndiratta Apologies for late reply as I was on travelling spree and landed yesterday night only. Due to fatigue of travel, need to drop from the drive.

Hi @Chaitanya D, will drop from the drive due to a personal matter.