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Dear Desert Drivers, Thank you for signing-up for this FB+ drive on Saturday. This area South of Nahel offers beautiful dunes, generally empty. Sharp ridges, deep bowls, high climbs, it has everything, and beautiful views in addition. Some faces are steep, and it can be quite impressive in some occasions. Be sure you come fully awake, with a car in top condition. Current confirmed attendance @Stumpy Paj @Amr Aydin @Gurcharan Mehta @KAMALIO @Gary F @Krishna R @Tharun Kumar V @Zed @Pascal @Ale Vallecchi Wait List @Benjamin (1) @Abdul Basit Khan (2) @Deepak Eswar, this is a Fewbie Plus drive, and you current level is FB, I'm sorry, but you cannot attend or be on the waitlist. @Paolo Pellegrini, your registered level is FB+, but you have not yet driven at this level with @Carnity, and your last drive with us was 5 months ago. I will ask you to do at least one FB drive, before attending FB+. This is to ensure you can enjoy and remain comfortable with the drive level. The grading structure has been recently updated accordingly. https://carnity.com/forums/topic/16479-off-road-club-grading-structure-v30/#comment-125525 Thank you for your understanding

Once you have the full premium version, then the World Imagery ESRI comes built in. My original post here with the custom map “hack” allowed for adding ESRI or Google imagery to the light version of Gaia. That’s perhaps the reason you still have both. Same here The subscription models have changed in the meantime and I think on the free models you won’t be able to get any sattelite imagery (not sure). High res vs Low Res depends on a couple of factors. Every once in a while they update their maps but if during that time if the imagery is not totally clear due to weather circumstances or other issues you’ll have less detail. I remember @M.Seidam brought this up at one point as his sattelite map suddenly showed a big vague area in his fav area of Qudra where in the past it was crystal clear and detailed. A big advantage of Gaia is the layering, so you can easily swap between maps with the slider to show or reveal another map.

Dear Sand Sailors Thanks for RSVPing for the drive. Have been travelling so couldn’t msg earlier. We have a solid convoy for the upcoming weekend and I am eagerly looking for a super drive to get over with this busy routine - as well kick start a much awaited weekend. Will be finalizing the starting points (challenge of plenty in this area) and other details by Friday morning. Till then have a nice week ahead. @Ranjan Das will miss you, safe travels and hope to catch up with you sometime soon. @Jessica Lambert @Anoop K. Nair @Ashutosh Garg @Tom B @Imran Kashif @Joseph Raju @Alexanderrr @Mohamad Anwer

To join Fred and make it to the NB convoy, @Zed please don't get stuck on every dune.

Mabrook @Imteeaz bro, looking forward to our next drive in same convoy. I might purposely get myself stuck so you can practice your Support skillz 😅

Hi @Frederic added myself to WaitList. Torn between choosing this or go for @Srikumar's Newbie Sweihan just to meet him and pick up my walkie-talkie 😅 , but the promise of high-paced drive from Solar Park to Sweihan maybe better to test my new Cherokee V8. I'm also guessing this high-paced drive will have less chance of shovelling too 🙏 cos I'll be fasting 😊

Welcome to the team @Imteeaz !! Nice addition to the Support group !

Well done done and deserved @Imteeaz!

same... my pump had to be replaced as soon as i started driving offroad 😆😭, plus now there is this shaking am experiencing and the guy says we now need to change cylinders? my last service and I got quoted 9k of repairs.. but it could also be because the only parts of the car I knew till that service were tires, steering wheel and where the oil and water for wipers go and I still dont remember what they called 🙊

Well done @Imteeaz, looking forward to availing of your support.

Congrats!! 🙌

Good to see you @Imteeaz in the Support Team buddy. I remember asking you not long ago why you are not in the support team already. You always came forward to shadow support drives - now you are formalizing it. Welcome to the team and looking forward to many many more drives with you.

Congrates My friend. @Imteeaz

@Imteeaz congratulations on the promotion. You will learn a lot at this level. See you soon Mate.

Congratulations @Gary F 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 Sand Sailors Weather is still pretty awesome and what could be a better way to celebrate the Easter weekend then exploring the beautiful dunes of Sweihan in search for some hidden Easter eggs (play areas). So let’s join in for a fun, adrenaline pumping, high speed adventure at Sweihan. DRIVE DETAILS Level: Intermediate and above When: 8th April'23, Saturday Meeting time: 6:00 AM - Sharp (Without any exceptions) MeetingPoint: https://maps.app.goo.gl/pNyskmokem8hL2ef8?g_st=iw Approximate finish time: 10:30AM 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. 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 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 below calendar

Thank you @Deepak Eswar. See you soon in a next FB drive!

Thanks for the drive @Frederic - enjoyed it Also learned that momentum is important and that the FJ can downshift! - Key take-away is that I need to improve on how to build momentum quicker in the FJ. More practice is needed.

Congratulations and supremely well done @Imteeaz. Always love your attitude and focus on the right things. It doesn’t hurt that you also have the right car 😉

Congratulations @Imteeaz, Very well deserved Buddy!

I would strongly advise you to 1. Run in/Break in the new car ( at least 500km+) more info on the forums https://www.fjcruiserforums.com/threads/engine-break-in-for-the-fjc-v6.100127/. Many advises there from experienced members driving a FJ 2. Acquaint yourself with the gearing (after point 1) , how to engage 4H and 4L and ride it. Each car responds differently , and even with experienced driver like you or anyone - a new car needs some time to get used to. So take it easy 3. Once you are done with 1 and 2, take it for a spin on sands - preferably during day light as visibility is better. I hope you get my advise sportively and not to discourage you to join. You are always a great driver and a friend to ride with .

It will be my first FJ drive:) looking forward to doing it with your lead.

Enjoy the peak level @Mahmoud Taha

Congratulations @Ahmad Nerat!

Congratulations @Imteeaz, well done and deserved

Congratulations @Abdul Basit Khan! Enjoy the new level

Congratulations @Looper on your first lead. It was a very fun drive and am looking forward to more of your drives in the future. Likewise, it was nice meeting you after a longer period of time. @GauravSoni, @premindra rajaram and @Juan R it was nice meeting you all, hope to catch up again soon.

@Gaurav @Davie Chase @Frederic @DP1011 , Deepak wrangler @M.Seidam @Vaibhav @Mahmoud Taha @Rob S @Looper @Patrick @Waqas Parvez @Gary F @Ranjan Das @Xavi Moyano @Anoop Nair @Varun Mehndiratta @ASAD. Thank you for your congrats gents - i will try to live up to your expectations. Until we get to drive together, take care. Cheers

Its American made vehicle in GCC syndrome. Believe most of the JL ppl have been there and fixed that.

Congrats @Imteeaz 👍👍

Congrats @Imteeaz. Well done buddy...

Hej @Chaitanya D i am looking forward to driving with you, other mates and my brand new FJ cruiser:)

Congratulations @Imteeaz!!!

Congratulations @Imteeaz for making it official now!

Congrats @Imteeaz, I still remember our first fewbie ride together! Its been great driving with you and watching your skills grow and the Patrol modification journey! Looking forward to seeing that Patrol supporting and sweeping from the back of the convoy . . . . Welcome to the team!!

Hearty congratulations @Imteeaz very well deserved buddy. Your support in the last night NB drive was outstanding. All the best brother

Fantastic and well Done @Imteeaz Congratulations & Welcome to the club and looking forward to seeing you soon !

Great news @Imteeaz ! Welcome to support team ! Wish you lots of growth and shovel duties

congrats @Sam K... Well deserved,.. Enjoy your new level.

Thank you very much everyone. I'm pumped to hit the sand and experience this next level of driving! 😁

Congratulations @Sam K, well done!

Congrats @Sam K looking forward to see you on an Int drive sometime soon 👍👍

Congratulations @Sam K!! 👏👏

Amazing progress Sam. All the best and hope to drive with you again soon. Though at this rate you'll be marshalling my next drives. 😀

Well done @Sam K….really well deserved mate!!

Congratulations @Sam K!!! Fantastic and enjoy the thrill of this level

well done @Sam K!!! enjoy the new level.

Congratulations @Sam K well done

Congrats @Sam K !

Hi @Varun Mehndiratta, regret to decline the rsvp as my weekly pass got revoked by the powers that be - business travel came up yesterday which will see me leaving Dubai on Sunday. Wish you all a wonderful drive