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Good Morning to all @Frederic @Frans M @Emmanuel @Glenn W @PETELCZYC PAJERO - luke @Amr Aydin @Ishak @Marketa Dobesova @Bjoern @Ahmad Nerat @Patrick and @Dodi Syahdar the convoy order for tomorrows adventure is below. We will be using Channel 3 446-056 for this drive. We are looking forward to seeing you all bright eyed and bushy tailed in the morning

TRIP REPORT Coming back to fossil rock after a year or more cleared all doubts that this grid area is totally fenced with openings from Khetem, mahafez mosque side and the southern part of Faye opposite the tahady motorcycle rental. In addition the whole western half of the grid has been transformed into a jungle leaving the eastern part and Faye the sandy terrain that we know . Fossil rock 🪨 itself from last year is internally fenced and becoming almost green , what a displaying beautiful portray . It was kinda challenging today from the start . At the beginning with google map crazy glitching . However we were all set on time and moved looking forward to what comes next. It wasn’t for a long till @premindra rajaram got stuck in super soft sand . But the problem was when the coolant temperature raised all of a sudden and we saw the Vaporising steam from the coolant side as if a volcano was in imminent eruption 🫢. This happened while tugging was taking place . Immediately brought him down from the inclined position to the flat . Car off and after a while carefully checked the coolant which was empty totally . Refilled and temperature of the silver Xterra adjusted back but still bit higher . The closest and fastest exit was to Maliha road at Khetem via the pylon track were we existed him safely ( he msged me later that he was already in Garag to check it out and I called him before I started typing this report that all good as it look’s apparently ) . we moved again to make it up for the remaining two hours left from khetem and oh yeah , sphinx was waiting where we had our first proper coffe break after that we climbed all the way to feya from behind where we lined up at its slip side where every one contributed nicely to form a spaghetti leaving their track marks 😄 spending the last hour in back and forth around that area which was super fulfilling to the content to hour hearts till time was calling for exit . @Jona perfect second lead pleasure meeting you for the first time . @premindra rajaram it’s always better safe than sorry and your exit was a wise decision . Hope we meet next time inshallah. But this time we will start from where we exited you and not from mahafez🤣 @Ahmad Nerat more than you drove flawlessly today , your welling to help and assist was remarkable and really appreciated . Thank you a lot my friend 🙏 @Bashar Beasha you did great today keep it up dear well done 👍 @munkybizness really happy to see you after quite a while . Your anchoring middle position as I knew you kept the convoy connected . Thanks my friend 👍 The wrangler boys @Gary F and @Bjoern barely I heard you on the radio which says it all 👍 @Felix Obst thanks for keeping an eye on all of us from the tail of the convoy very well done . Hope the boys enjoyed it today 😉 It’s a day I liked and enjoyed driving with all of you guys and hope to see you all next time . take care Seidam

Good Morning Davie, what a nice convoy for tomorrow drive. Just for the record I'm bringing Beige FJ crusier I'm switching from LC. Regards,

Yeah, nice convoy! Hope we will find water quickly, most probably at nearest petrol station, and we go smooth drive, enjoying desert and unknown lakes.

@Karthik_LC200 added you. See you tomorrow.

Congrats @Benjamin @Zed please choose one loyalty, either Toyota or Jeep. You can't keep jumping on either side like this. 🤣

@Zed @Imran Kashif @Looper @Mus_hus78 @Waqas Parvez @ASAD. @Salim Akhtar @GauravSoni @Srikumarthank you all for joining the drive. Convoy position we will do at meeting point. Everyone please be on time. We will be using Carnity Channel No.4 - 446.081-25 See you all tomorrow I wish him a speedy recovery. See you next time. Get well soon.. Will miss you.

@Asif Hussain Asif bhai. Pls confirm whether I have a slot for tomorrow’s drive

Thanks @M.Seidam for the drive, it was fantastic start for the weekend. Personally speaking, i can't miss a drive with you. Every time you teach us a new thing and the best is you always care for the safety of each one of us and our cars. @premindra rajaram I hope u checked the car and ready for next drive.. always enjoying the drive with u. I extend my thanks for the SL, support and sweeper. u always watching the drivers from different angles. Today we got the chance to roor our engines in high dunes and controlling our speeds. at the beginning I thought desert disappeared it was full of bushes and later we explored Al Fays dunes steadly and safely. Thanks for all.. looking forward to see u all in more and more drives Ahmad

all because of u I bought FJ 🤣🤣🤣 u always SL.. slowly it will be my turn 😇😇 frankly speaking weight of LC and approaching, and departure angle made to re-think. However, LC is sand ready so I'll bring it in areas of big dunes 😉 mostly.

Nice small convoy today 😊 Look forward to our drive! @DP1011, this time covering Sunflower’s back 😉

@FERNANDO SYRIO, @Patrick, @Parliament, @Juan R, @Gautam Banka, @Mohit Gurnani, @Hugo, @george charbel, @Cristian and @Imteeaz, @Kailas & @Islam Soliman Thank you all for joining the drive. Here are the brief details for you to prepare for tomorrow afternoon's drive. Estimated Start Time: 3:00 pm Estimated Finish Time: 7:00 p.m. Meeting Point: Lisaili Estimated End Point: Quadra Roundabout Nearest Filling Station: EPPCO 50, E66 Radio Channel: Channel 2 (446.031) Convoy Order:

if there is a free slot, then confirmed

Good Morning to all, due to the high demand for this drive on Sunday we would like that @Frederic @Dodi Syahdar @Frans M @fayez @Emanuel @Glenn W @PETELCZYC PAJERO - luke @Amr Aydin @Ishak @Mahmoud Taha @DanielN and @Marketa Dobesova please confirm your attendance, also that you please withdraw your RSVP if you are unable to join us, this will enable your spot to be taken by others in the waitlist. Also the waitlisted members @Juan R @Bjoern @Hugo @Ahmad Neratand @Patrick please confirm you are still available if slots become free and if not please also withdraw your RSVP. This will enable us to firm up the attendees and complete the convoy order. As always thank you in advance and we look forward to seeing you very soon for more Carnity adventures.

DRIVE DESCRIPTION With the Oman mountains as a backdrop, we are planning to explore a rather unknown territory, situated next to Dubai-Al Ain Road. Do expect technical dunes, powder soft sand, lots of gazelles and camels, and weird dune formations. This drive will definitely test your skills and our shovels will be out of the car quite often ! MUST READ AND COMPLY Off-road 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 and above When: 7 May 2023, Sunday Meeting time: 6:00 AM - Sharp (Without any exceptions) Meeting Point: Near the Camel Race Track: https://goo.gl/maps/7sjCcG4Nr11E5u7f7 Approximate finish time: 10:00 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. RSVP will close on FRIDAY - 12 PM 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

Let's go @Karthik_LC200 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

Thanks to everyone who join afternoon drive! It was really good. @Ale Vallecchi good track @DP1011 thanks for support. @Emmanuelle Ifrahcongrats with first drive! You still have 2 bumpers on the car, it's absolute record! ... and we found the water

Confirmed

Be gentle on gas @Ahmad Nerat because I will be driving in front of your Beige FJ Cruiser 🫣

I will be 10 min late

Day 8 - Tabuk - Tayma via The Red Sea at Al Humidah (673 Km) Excited and energized by the exhilarating off roading of the day, over dinner we started toying with the idea of extending the trip to the ultimate arrival point: a small village on the Red Sea, just a few kilometers south of the Jordanian border. This would materialize a true "coast to coast", from the shores of the Arabian Gulf to the beaches of the Gulf of Aqaba. Unplanned, thus even more satisfying. It would take a detour of around 150 Km round trip, on Road 394, after a couple more hours of off-roading needed to reach the tarmac from our campsite, inside the Tabuk red sands. After waking up at the entrance of the canyon where we slept, we took a short trip to explore its depths. The gorge got tighter and tighter, with the red walls closing in above our head. About halfway through its length a bottleneck blocked the passage of the car, but a few steps beyond the gap the tunnel fanned out, ending up in a small oasis, full of trees and flowers, reachable by car from an entrance on the opposite side. After less than an hour enjoying the coolness of this miniature paradise, we finally decided to head to the coast. Off we went, to the Red Sea. A long climb took us to the top of the plateau on which, further to the south, one of the Neom project's landmarks will soon be developed (Trojena, on the slopes of Jabel al Lawz). From there a gentle descent took us to the rim of the mountainous area, and as soon as the road begun to descend more steeply, it revealed, firstly through the haze, then clearer and clearer the blue stripe of the waters of the Gulf of Aqaba, and the dark cliffs of the Sinai Peninsula, just a few kilometers beyond. At the end of the road laid the small village of Al Humidah: going right we would reach the Jordan border (just 38 Km away), while going left we would follow the coast, all the way to the southern tip of the gulf. Left we went, to reach a rocky and sandy beach, where we enjoyed a quick lunch, feet in the water. The stop was more symbolic than anything else, but it really gave us a sense of accomplishment. Going back home would entail driving a direct distance of 2,485 kilometers. With this daunting task in mind, we started to head back to the initially intended rest area for the night, in the town of Tayma, which we would reach just after dusk. As memories of this so far fantastic trip started to flood back, we happily turned around, heading for the center of the Arab peninsula, and to our final destination, back home.

Thanks @M.Seidam’see you in the morning

Begging for no tourists at this time of the day

Dear @Emmanuelle Ifrah thanks for the info. We can look into the deflation issue together, based on the type of tires you mount. Don't worry. I am going to post the last drive's info next. See you tomorrow.

Confirmed, would love to join if a slot becomes available

Fantastic @Emmanuelle Ifrah We will have a detailed de-brief by our Lead Ale , including what PSI depending on what tyres your patrol has got:) See you tomorrow:)

Confirmed

@Davie Chase see u sunday.

I am in @Davie Chase. Thank you.

Wouldn't want to miss this drive for anything ! @Davie Chase

I am in 🙏🤩

@Gaurav hi Gaurav, i hope that all is ok from ur side. Noted for @Kailas and @Looper leading the drive.

Always love to show off the back board, one of the first things I made for Gladis there is storage attached to the back too 😊😊😊

Sorry to overpost here, but it's an exciting topic. Just sharing my setup as well as Benjamin requested in the initial post. I use an old full-size suitcase and 2 tie down ratchet straps. I found the suitcase big enough to fit all my gear, and the soft material of the fabric suitcase allows for tight tightening down without having to worry about cracking plastic suitcases or boxes. Also, if I am going for car wash and they need to vaccum the sand out, I can just take out the suitcase without having to unload a whole range of individual gear items one by one. Similarly, if I need the cargo space (maybe buying something at IKEA I can just take out the suitcase and wheel it to my apartment - easy and no hassle. All the gear comes out in one pop. During the drives I keep the kinetic rope with shackles attached and the shovel strapped to the top of the suitcase, so I can access these commonly-used items without having to unstrap everything and open the suitcase. I found the suitcase to be super convenient.