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Update for the drive on Saturday. I have extended the attendance to 12 cars, and we have a few drop outs. So currently: @Richard Franks @lucas amat @Faraz94 @Sreenath G @essam ibrahim @Bjoern @Dan S @Mahesh_ @Stan @Waqar Sarwar @Zulfikhar Naiyar @Joseph Raju, you are included in the drive. Please let me know or adjust your RSVP in case you do not intend to come @Mike M. @Gary F @Frans M @Issam Atra @Cristian @Gurcharan Mehta @DTG, still in the wait list. I will update again tomorrow during the day, and publish the convoy order by the end of the afternoon.

Overlanding Description Embark on a thrilling two-day overlanding adventure with us as we traverse the seven Emirates 🐪🐪, minimizing our time on paved roads. This expedition promises an immersive journey through diverse landscapes🌏, including expansive deserts, majestic mountains, and unique sabkhas. Our primary goal is to relish the long ride while savoring the breathtaking scenic beauty that this remarkable country has in abundance. Join us for an unforgettable experience, exploring the hidden gems and natural wonders that await at every turn !🧭 Drive Preparation Your car should be in 100% pristine working condition, so double or triple check everything. Full-size spare tire with a lug wrench to match your wheel nut size and its depth. For aftermarket rims - Your lug wrench also needs to match the wheel nut depth. 5-10 liter of water per person per day. Snacks for breakfast, lunch, dinner and next day breakfast. Keep your car as light as possible by packing what is truly essential. 2 Fully charged radios with spare battery and all other required off-road gears. 2 full days of driving can be tiring. Take this into account when signing up. Fuel requirement: We recommend bringing an extra jerrycan of 25l with you, safely strapped. At the end of day 1 we should be nearby a gas station where people can refuel if needed. Camping Before dark, we will set up camp in a nice location. You are welcome to bring your BBQ or snacks, whatever you like. Take note to keep the camping spot clean and we will take all our trash with us. A bonfire is a possibility which we will look into closer to the actual date. Gaza Donation Description The current conflict in Gaza cannot be ignored anymore, and the death toll has now surpassed 10,000. It is time we come together as an off-road community and bundle our efforts to get attention to this conflict. Tarahum for Gaza is a campaign launched by the UAE to provide humanitarian relief packages to Palestinian families and children affected by the ongoing crisis. With an expected RSVP of 20 people, we would like to reach a minimum donation amount of 5,000dhs. So kindly donate 250dhs or more when RSVP'ing to this drive. You can donate via below link that takes you to the Red Crescent Website. Once you have done that, please click on the "Totally Agree" Icon. Your donation will make a difference! DONATE HERE Thank you ! Drive Details Level: All levels, no Absolute Newbie When: 2 and 3 Dec 2023 Meeting time: 7:00 AM (SHARP - Without any exceptions). Meeting Point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/zxGPHQaAEVp74wzE6?g_st=ic Ajman NOTE: UPON REACHING THE MEETING POINT, DO NOT DEFLATE AND DO NOT PUT THE FLAG YET. Type of Car: Any 4x4 with front and back tow hooks and 8-10 inches of ground clearance. What to bring along: Offroad tools as per your level, plenty of water (5l per day), snacks, packed lunch, 25l jerrycan of extra petrol. Approximate finish time and location: approx 4-5 PM Sunday 3 Dec in Nahel (Abu Dhabi) area. RSVP HERE

A heartfelt congratulations to Team Icon Auto for their outstanding achievement in WINNING the Desert Champions Trophy 2023! Abu Fatih @Moh Qar @s.qaruoty @mohammedqaruoty Fadi Bala'awi @fadijoin @4wheelife Said Al Akraby @Icon Auto @phatboyadventures Thomas Eibu @eibuthomas @thom4run Stuwart Fernandes @stuwart fernandes @phantom_offroad21 Your hard work, dedication, and exceptional teamwork have truly paid off, and you have emerged as the well-deserved champions of this prestigious challenge. The resilience and skill demonstrated by each member of your team throughout the competition were nothing short of remarkable. In the face of fierce off-road competition in Razeen Desert, Team Icon Auto showcased not only their off-road prowess but also their strategic brilliance, sportsmanship, and unwavering determination. Team Icon Auto, you have etched your name in the annals of off-road history, and your journey to this championship will undoubtedly be remembered as a shining example of excellence in off-roading. Once again, congratulations on this remarkable victory in the Desert Champions Trophy 2023! Thank you, Said Al Akraby, for putting together the team of REAL ICONS.

Dear Desertnauts a short briefing for a last-minute drive, almost improvised after it had been thought about several times but never actually done. With the idea in mind to organize long treks, and even cross-emirates full day or weekend drives, it's very important to find a passage between the vast pockets of dunes separated by roads, villages, private properties and nature reserves. This particular drive seeks to join Faqa with Badayer, allowing eventually to drive nonstop between 2nd December (Pink Rock) and Qudra or Ghanthoot, via Badayer, Faqa and Little Sweihan. Likely the passage from Faqa to Badayer (or vice versa) will not be on clean isolated cordons, but more likely through farms and fenced in areas. Once we reach Area 53, south of Badayer, we'll shoot north toward the planned exit at Badayer shops. The convoy order at the moment looks like this (alternating higher ranks with less experienced drivers): @Looper in Second Lead @Gautam Banka at #3 @Pacific at #4 @frederic demolder at #5 @Sunil Mathew at #6 and @FERNANDO SYRIO in Sweep. We'll meet at 3:00 PM, or a little earlier, at a roundabout on the Al Ain-Dubai side of the highway, which should be accessible, coming from Dubai, by taking the exit toward the Faqa Police Station, and turning around, under the highway. Looking forward to seeing you tomorrow afternoon.

So pleased to have made it from the waitlist and looking forward to following your tracks 😃

Congratulations to the winning team🥳

Mabrouk

We had a splendid time, filled with fun, pressure and sweat. It was such joy to meet many other Offroaders too. Thank you to Carnity and everyone behind this event.. It was well organised and appreciate everyone involved. Looking forward to many more challenges in the coming years.

I would like to express my thanks to Carnity and the organizing team for such great efforts, participating was a total fun, challenge and joy, we enjoyed the win and the challenge.. well done all and well done to the other teams, who all did great and reached safely and on time to the finiah line.. see you soon.