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ABOUT THE LONG RANGE PATROLS The unit, initially known as the No.1 Long Range Patrol Unit (LRP), was founded on 3 July 1940. Bagnold wanted men who were energetic, innovative, self-reliant, physically and mentally tough, and able to live and fight in seclusion in the Libyan desert. The Long Range Patrol comprised a 15-man headquarters with Bagnold in command. Initially there were three sub-units: 'R' Patrol commanded by Captain Donald Gavin Steele, 'T' Patrol commanded by Captain Patrick Clayton and 'W' Patrol commanded by Captain Edward 'Teddy' Cecil Mitford. 'T' and 'W' Patrols were combat units while 'R' Patrol was intended to be a support unit. In November 1940 it was expanded to six Patrols: 'T', 'W' and 'R' Patrols were joined by 'G', 'S' and 'Y' Patrols. in December 1941 the group was joined by the Indian Long Range Squadron. The Indian Squadron was organized with the first two patrols originally known as 'J' (Jats) and 'R' (Rajput) Patrols. In October 1942 two further Indian patrols were formed: 'M' (Muslim) and 'S' (Sikh) Patrols. A Demolition Squadron, nicknamed "Popski's Private Army" and commanded by Major Vladimir 'Popski' Peniakoff, was briefly attached to the LRDG beginning in December 1942. .........

Hi. This is my third drive. Was using my truck for the last 2 drives. I got a Jeep Wrangler 2dr recently and using it for first time in desert. Just getting used to it on road. I have fixed flag and have a compressor, shovel, radio, deflator etc. Vehicle details - 2023 Wrangler 2 door sport Sting Grey

@Frederic Just booked a night in Telal resort ... no way I will wake up 3:00 am haha :)

Congrats on your new toy @nithin nk.. looking forward for meeting you on Saturday

Mia was asking if these guys were scouting for Oasis' and doing mapping for army rest areas this morning heading to school. Your zoszora drive left an impact on her 😆

I am not going to make this one my usual "Looper Drive" where my objective is to maintain high speeds and reach the end point in a hurry and try to beat the time records, I maintain in my spreadsheet. This drive is going to be a deliberate choice not to give an adrenaline rush, there is no rush hour chaos. Instead, it will attempt to be a dopamine rush, a drive that aims to awaken a sense of joy and contentment, not by racing against time, but by savoring every moment along the way. I will compare the objectives of the drive akin to Tai Chi. Tai Chi, known for its graceful and effortless movements, teaches us the value of balance and harmony. Similarly, this drive is a chance to harmonize with the desert, to flow with the curves and bends like a serene dance. Your accelerator becomes your brush, and the dune is your canvas—painting strokes of mindfulness and peace. Join for a Dopamine Drive; a mindful expedition that promises not just to take you places, but to bring you closer to yourself.

Telal gets a lot of business because of Fred. I have been there twice, camped both times, but they were both in winter.

Many thanks @Benjaminfor your usual help and support Thank you 👍

Appreciate everyone who joined in yesterday. It was great to be out on the sand after a bit of break with lots of energy and laughter. See you guys soon on the sand again.

Hello all! I am a new joiner. This will be my first ever drive Suzuki Jimny, Beige, 2021 No prior experience Vehicle has front and rear tow hooks/eyelets. I have a radio and flag stem, without flag RSVP’d. 🙋‍♂️

Good morning desert crew, I had a tough program yesterday after the drive so it took me a while to say "thank you". I really, really liked the drive it was another Carnity old school drives with stops and explanations. And Sweihan will always be a different beast - Kudos to the newbies who were able to manage a newbie+++ without any major stucks. Great enjoyment also for upper level drivers. Thank you @Srikumar for your lead and route, @Salim Akhtar and @Asif Hussain for support. And very special thanks to @Vanessa8580 its good to have you back!

Thank you so much @Srikumar@Vanessa8580 @Salim Akhtar @Asif Hussainfor helping me out and guiding me. There was a lot of stuff that I got to know today with you guys, like making a loop, tricky descends, and driving on long dunes. But @Srikumar@Asif Hussain your guidance made things look easy 😊. It was the first time I got to know about the upshift issue in manual mode with my vehicle and due to that I was losing momentum in a lot of places where I needed power. Nevertheless, I had a great experience with the whole team and meeting everyone. Thanks to the whole team as well. 😊