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Dear Desert Wanderers, @frederic demolder, @Zsolt, @Steffi, @Kirill K, @Mark B, @INSTINCT, @Shary, @Krinesh, @Amal Sunil, @Hashem Rihan, @Gary F, @Looper, @Sherry Jacob, @Yury, @Steve Farmer, @Abdullah A., @Vanessa8580, @Sandeep Padhi, @ArSaLaN, @Dipu Francis, @Farook Veettil, @JAISROCK and @Jessica Lambert, as previously communicated we were able to add all from the waitlist to the drive due to @Looper kindly offering to split the convoy and take the lead of the second convoy so a big shout out and thank you to @Looper, Also @Vanessa8580 is joining us allowing us to have support for both drives, so again a big thank you to @Vanessa8580. Please read the pre-drive information below: Be ready at the meeting point by 7:00am (or before) with tires deflated and flag up. Please ensure your programable radio is on, fully charged and set to Channel 4 (446,081) for Convoy 1 and Channel 2 (446.031) for Convoy 2. Please also ensure your radio is pre-programmed to all 10 Carnity Channels in case we have to move channels at some point during the drive Carnity Two-Way Radio Frequencies - Off-road - Carnity.com For first timers to Carnity, please complete all of the mandatory readings and watch the video (accessed from the link below) before arriving at the meeting point for this drive, there may be questions . https://youtu.be/hP-2ah4Eyek A full pre drive briefing for the drivers will be conducted on the sand before we start moving your full attention will be required. Please ensure everything in the car is tied down and there are no moving objects, Ensure that you are using cargo straps and not bungy type restraints to tie your gear down. Please check all car fluids (Oil, Coolant, Screen wash Brake Fluid,etc), Tow hooks are mandatory front and rear and ensure no hanging parts below the chassis. Please ensure you come with a full tank of fuel (as near to full as possible). Ensure you have all the necessary gear for this drive level especially your tire deflator, pressure gauge, compressor, first aid Kit, fire extinguisher, safety flag and radio. (NO FLAG or RADIO = NO DRIVE) Meeting Point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/acreM77zLxB2MRu76 Convoy Orders will be as below: Convoy one led by Davie will line up as per the red line below, please proceed around the around the right hand bend before lining up once you leave the main highway, please keep to the right hand side of the track Convoy two led by Looper will line up as per the yellow line below, before the right hand bend and please also keep to the right hand side of the track Rough Diagram of where to line up below. Looking forward to seeing you all in the sand tomorrow morning

Welcome dune surfers! @Gautam Banka @Anoop Nair @Mahmut @Brett Eicher @Cristian @Ishak @Mario Cornejo @Alexanderrr @Beide Worku @Waqaɾ to the IM drive. Please check the drive post for the Meeting point. the convoy order is as below: we will be using channel 9 : 446.20625 I will share the plan during our briefing. See you all at 6.45 am. incase of any emergency, you can text me on 0585827986 @Gautam Banka you made it !

dear @Davie Smooth_Operator - thnks for the welcome and looking forward to the drive tomorrow. below are my answers: - Car make, model, color / Jeep Wrangler Sport, 2014, Grey, 2 door - Confirm you have 10-inch front and rear ground clearance / Confirm - Your car is All or 4wheel drive / 4wheel drive - You have fitted and fit for purpose solid front and rear tow hooks / Confirm - Please share your previous offroad experience (if any) / Took Masterclass with Gaurav last weekend - Please confirm you have completed the reading material and watched the video in the main drive post prior to joining the drive / Confirm - Please also confirm you have a radio programmed to all 10 Carnity channels and safety flag / Confirm have radio and safety flag. Doing programming today See you tomorrow zsolt

I am looking forward to my first official IM drive. Gaurav you had already given me a taste of IM in Liwa last year. 🥳👻

Hi! I went through the same process last year. I did 1 & 3 (plus what I mention in the next paragraph) at a garage in Abu Dhabi - Mussafah area. However, I believe recommending specific garages is not allowed here. I would suggest adding the installation of a steel bash plate to your list. This is especially important if you are a newbie or a first-timer. The radiators on Xterras are positioned quite low, making them susceptible to damage when descending a dune, particularly if you bottom out and hit the front. And trust me, you don't want a broken radiator in the middle of the desert. For item #2, I would inspect the front recovery point. If it's fine, there's no need for additional installation (unless you want to, of course). A rear recovery point is a must. For item #4, the recovery boards will split opinions. My very super personal opinion is that it's better to learn how to recover yourself, as it's an essential skill, and you'll learn that by driving with the club. In any case, there're situations where they can be very helpful specially if you get stuck and are alone or cannot get help, but as far as to go out with the club you don't need them. For item #4 regarding the dual cylinder air pump, Carnity has a very comprehensive guide courtesy of Frederic: The Ultimate Compressor Review. TLDR: it's all about your budget, so DYOR.

Hello Fellas! What do you think is the best offroad wheel brand. I am honestly confused and my choice is 20x10 (-18 or -12 offset) off road wheels but choosing a brand and a reliable place to buy in UAE. Any suggestions ? Methods / Black Rhino / Fuel / KMC / Mickey Thomspon or any other? Thanks, Sam

Thanks @Davie Smooth_Operator, see you on the sand 🤙🏼

Congrats @Andrei S enjoy the new level 😀

Congrats @Dipu Francis enjoy the new level and learnings 😃

Congratulations @Gautam Banka for reaching the Intermediate 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. INTERMEDIATE Drives Attended (Indicative) Minimum 10 Fewbie Plus drives are required within last 6 months for Intermediate promotion. What you'll learn Basic GPS and navigational skills Basic tow rope and winch recoveries Extreme side sloping and long hill climb Tall dunes ridge riding and criss crossing Precise control over technical dunes Fast pace desert driving Clear radio communication skills Advance recovery skills Self recover from dune crest Soft sand recovery Pop-out fixing Skills required Adventurous and thrill seeker but in a safe manner Level headed under stressful situations Responsible, dependable and accountable Car Worthiness Capable 4x4 vehicle with low range gearing Suitable approach and departure angle High profile tires Off-road gear required Safety flag, tire deflator, tire pressure gauge, shovel, fire extinguisher, medical kit, radio (walkie-talkie), air compressor, tool kit, rated recovery rope and 2 rated shackles, GPS. Drive teamwork Manage center forward position with Trip Lead’s permission Learn/assist recoveries under Trip Lead’s supervision Re-route convoy and coordination, when needed Learn to lead small portion of Intermediate drive under Marshal supervision Drive Joining Join Newbie, Fewbie, Fewbie Plus and Intermediate drives. Forum participation Active participation on the forum Share drive experience + feedback Share drive pictures in the gallery Post trip report after the drive

Congrats @Gautam Banka enjoy the new level 😁

Well done @Gautam Banka!!

Congratulations @Gautam Banka

Let me expand on item #2 a bit more. All specialised offroad garages install recovery points specifically designed for Xterras. They are made in local mills. They come in either 8 mm or 10 mm steel and are bolted to the chassis. Costs varies but last time I enquired I was given the price of 1,000 AED for 8 mm and 1,200 AED for 10 mm for the second option. Attached is an image for reference.

Congrats!!! 🎉

Nice work @Gautam Banka 😁 Promotion and first IM level drive 1 day apart! see you out there sometime soon!

Well done @Sam Selim !

Thanks Luke and see you soon

Hi @Frederic118, we will be exiting at the same point where we started.

I guess you will make this Saturday drive after all Congrats @Gautam Banka!

Congratulation @Gautam Banka on your promotion. well-done! Enjoy you first drive this weekend.

I have Black Rhino wheels on my jeep, they have good negative offset - I had to remove the spacers and still the wheels look more protruding than before. I got them from a shop near Modern Bakery in Al Quoz. When I had some issue with the wheels, (some cosmetic issues) I contacted Black Rhino directly, and they referred back to me to the same shop as they are the authorized dealers.

look for a shop where they allow you to try things on... Many will just have 3 items in stock and let you choose from that, but there are exceptions. I did that and could not be more happy about it (one of few positive moto-experiences here as the shop literally put different tire sizes on rims to let me try before I pulled a trigger)

Get light rims, go for beadgrip, beadlock are heavy, will save you from pop-out all brands are good, more of the taste For the offset, check online tool to see how much the tyre will stick out, but dont over do it

Next to the looks (of course that comes first ), you want to make sure you are buying genuine rims, and no Chinese knockoffs. So whatever you choose (method, Black Rhino, Fuel, KMC), make sure you are buying from a respectable distributor. There's plenty in Al Quoz, on Umm Suquim road, or in Umm Ramool area. Not naming any shops as we don't advertise here.

Good Morning All ! @Arvindraj @karim hamandi@Abhishek Chikara@Ben Lee@Zubail@Jeandre Bezuidenhout@essam ibrahim@Juan R@Michael asir@Zubair@Frederic118@Tanveer Ahmed@Carl Stanley Thanks to the good support on this drive, i was able to stretch it a little bit so you are in the RSVP list, but we still have around 3 people in the waitlist. Please doublecheck your calendars for the ones who are signed up to make sure you can make it. Thanks !

Dear desert Wanderers @Looper has kindly agreed to take half of the convoy so I will be extending the RSVP list later today I will post the convoy orders tomorrow looking forward to seeing you all in the sand on Saturday morning 😁

Enjoy the new level! lots of fun and learning to come!

Thank you all for a wonderful Yellow Truck pilgrimage. @Glenn W you were a great second lead, always keeping correct distance and following me on the trot. @Mahmut, I was expecting a TJ but got a JT instead. I suppose you would have got a lot of experience with the new car, it is a great choice for the desert since it is made for it. @nithish468 we drove together longer than anyone on the drive. As soon as I joined E11 from D57, I saw a FJ with a looper sticker on it. Didn't take long to figure out that it was you. I hope you had learnt something on the drive. @Hani crest king Our first drive together, and you did a great job keeping the cresting to minimum. More we drive more we learn how to manage the stucks and refusals. @AlexM happy to see you back on another annual pilgrimage. You could contrast the differences between both the drives. Obviously it was an IM convoy last year so the drive was much more aligned to that level and this time it was kept slightly easier. @M.Seidam it was an honor driving with you once again in another weekend. Thank you very much for all the assistance in the refusals. I was much relived with your presence at the back. I will return with some stats and working on the video. hopefully it will be ready by the weekend.

Thanks @Simon D and everyone for the amazing drive ! I really enjoyed today and it was one of the best drives . The area was crowded but still worth it . Got a good dose of adrenaline today 😂 .

Hi @Davie Smooth_Operator Many thanks for the opportunity, however I'll have to withdraw from this one as apparently I now have other plans. Lesson learned. I look forward to the next one.