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When i hear a loud supercharger noise, followed by a hearty laugh, i know @Zed is in my convoy And it always brings a smile to my face! The hours Zeddy has put in this car, pre or post roll events, upgrades, and the huge amount of testing, tinkering, and trying to find very smart technical upgrades, makes me truly think he likes the LC100 more than anything in the world (well maybe except food and his family) 😁 I truly respect people who spend weekends next to their mechanic, trying new things, and learning on the go. I am sure thanks to his vehicles he is now much smarter than 99% of the car mechanics in this country. Hats off Zeddy! May we enjoy many more drives with you!

Haha thanks @Frederic , it's true what you said: looking back, maybe I should have scrapped this the day I rolled-over. But noooo, instead I rebuilt it 🙈. Anyways it became my Lab car, tinkering with it, changing stock parameters and blowing up things like pistons, conrods, and the latest... gasp *radiator (below attached photo when my radiator exploded). Every summer, my mechanics WhatsApp me, "so what will this year project be?" , probably both a marketing cold-call and to provoke another experiment 🤣 I probably can teach a course on how to read your Short-Term & Long-Term Fuel Trims and predict Vacuum Leak (without smoke-testing) and Exhaust Leak (without pulling manifolds) - most mechanics use OBD just to check error, buy parts and clear codes, without understanding what the computer is telling us 😃 It's also true that when I send the LC for an engine rebuild or multi-weeks repair, there is sadness in my eyes, so much so that my wife became jealous! Thankfully while the LC was being rebuilt, I did spend more time with family & food 😁 Looking forward to more drives with you all after EID, my car is driving with engine temperature of 69 Celsius, so I need to drive it during summer to make it run "normal" operating temperature 😂 Pic of the blown-up radiator below. If you want to hear the story, you gotta tag me to join your next drive 😅

I'm voting for @J-P L and his Jimny. He's done a bunch of subtle mods and it fills me with joy seeing that thing dance over the dunes, going where all the big, heavy boys go. I still can't believe it's a manual... Hats off to you @J-P L

I like to vote for @Frans M beautiful Toyota LC71 in my favorite silver color. I like this car for its boxy design and vintage appeal, Toyota reliability and yet very capable from the factory floor with perfect body-weight ratio makes it a standout vehicle within the Carnity off-road drives. The LC71 embodies a perfect blend of form and function, appealing to enthusiasts who value both aesthetics and performance.

The White Rhino!!! Now is in @Emanuel's hands but a lot of credit also for @Mike M.!!! Beautiful Pajero (what else?), with the right mods. Not too much, not few. The bigger wheels up to the limit (265x70 r17), the elegant roof and the custom made white rhino lateral black metal support for the extra cans result in a really beautiful and elegant beast. I always get amazed when I have the opportunity to drive with the White Rhino!

One thing I would add for the White Rhino that not so many realize and i think as Carnity members we should all take pride in, while some will disagree or think that I am exaggerating is the following: The White Rhino was born in Carnity (Bought at 0 km and entered Carnity at 1500 km) with 0 mods and got raised in Carnity. It still is in Carnity. I will not go into the details of the mods in the White Rhino but i will only mention that not a single drill, outside of OEM parts exist in that SUV. What I think should be a point of pride for all Carnity members (while some will think it is an exageration) is that this SUV started a trend in Pajero mods not only in the UAE but also worldwide. I know because i still get messages on my instagram to date. The mod that started with the WR are the side molle panels that did not exist for Pajeros until i designed and executed them. Today we see a lot of Pajeros in the UAE and the GCC along with South America with a copy of this design. That SUV started a trend from scratch and it all happened in Carnity. Food for though for ppl who will vote. As for the rest of the mods, @Emanuel does a great job on promoting the WR and i wont come close to that

Suzuki Jimny. Completely underrated in UAE off-roading. Great power to weight, awesome JP reliability, and tackles everything in the hands of a competent driver @Rafey Hashmi @J-P L

Let's Celebrate the Best Off-Road Cars in Carnity! We’ve all seen some amazing off-road machines during our Carnity drives! Now it's time to give them the appreciation they deserve. Which off-road car (be specific) do you admire the most in Carnity? Tag the owner of the car Share a pic (optional) Tell us why you like it? Looks & Design – Color, styling, aggressive stance, or unique decals/wraps. Mods & Upgrades – Custom bumpers, lift kits, bigger tires, or any cool aftermarket add-ons. Performance – Engine power, torque, acceleration, or smooth handling on dunes. Off-Road Capability – How effortlessly it conquers dunes, climbs, and tough terrains. Uniqueness – A rare model, special build, or something that stands out from the rest. Sound & Presence – That deep exhaust growl, turbo whistle, or just its commanding presence. Resilience & Reliability – It never gets stuck, rarely breaks down, and handles any challenge. Versatility – Perfect for both desert adventures and everyday driving. Driver’s Skill + Car Combo – The way the driver handles it makes it look even better. Club Legacy – A car that has been around for years and earned respect in Carnity. Cleanest stock 4x4 – A car that is completely stock and yet capable. ⛔ You can’t vote for your own car! As similar cars gain multiple admirers (more than 2), I'll add them to a voting poll so more members can easily show their support. Let’s see which off-road car wins the most hearts! ❤️💪🔥

I would like to propose the 4runner Storm Trooper of @Marek. Love the way yours has progressed over the last year. Subtle mods to the looks, great suspension and the recent super charger providing some wild horses.

I know I'm probably not original here, but damn, those 392s… always the chillest until it’s time to climb. Then boom — full drama. V8 roar, sand flying, tires clawing... @Gurcharan Mehta 🫠

Since we cant vote for our own cars, I will vote for the next closest one which is a beautiful 99 Red color Manual XJ owned by @Brett Eicher. Love the way he has setup the interiors of his car which easily transforms into an overland vehicle and has sufficient space to sleep inside when needed. Plus the fact that a 25 year old+ granny can still give the younger ones a run for their money. I am sure there are many cars that would make one's favorite list but in the event of an apocalypse, there will be two things that would survive - a cockroach and a XJ 😂 @Brett Eicher you will have to help me with the pics of your car buddy

@Mike M. poured his heart and sole into the White Rhino. Much of his research are now artifacts of record in our forums for countless others, including myself, to learn from. I am honored to be the custodian of the WR and to share new developments from time to time.

I'd vote for @Mark B's gladiator. Love the way it looks and the degree of customization done on it.

Late is better than never... It was a great and relaxing night drive. I has been a while since I did a night drive and enjoyed it immensely. I came from an iftar event straight to the meeting point. Glad that everything worked out timing wise without any traffic fines. 😅 @M.Seidam Thanks for organizing this and for the suhoor treat towards the end of the drive. It was very generous of you. @Luke K P @ChrisW Thanks for all the support to the convoy and thanks for the warm karak chai from Luke. @Faraz94 Thanks for the support as SL. @Zsolt @Mads @Mei ling @Jose Luis Campos@nithish468 @Glenn W To all other convoy members, I hope to see you all at other drives. Thanks for making this drive a great one.

so many to choose from! but I’ve always think @Andrei S Grey FJ is a slick looking car! I’m not an FJ fan but it’s turns my head, fantastic colour and just the right amount of mods to be slick but not over the top

I have 2 favorite cars, which are giving similar emotions which @Frederic mentioned in post above. 1) @Srikumar 2) @Zed

I will have a tough time deciding when I am eligible to vote. I used to drive a SWB Pajero, so will have a soft spot for the Pajeros. I also like the current Jimny - compact, capable and reliable. Rented one before and drove around quite a bit but was not allowed to take it offroad. I also like the large V8s in the form of the Raptors, Ram etc. I also have a thing for the retro brethren in the form of Y61, LC71, LC 100.

Dear @M.Seidam, Thank you for providing me the opportunity to be your Second Lead. I really enjoyed it. Like last time, excellent choice for the track, 90% of the time no shrubs at all, just pure beautiful Sand! Thank you for the little camping treat, it was really great 😋 @Luke K P Thank you supporting the convoy in CF, as well as bringing the weather demanding Karak ☕️ Thank you @ChrisW for making sure the convoy remained intact and nobody was left behind 🤗 Everybody drove really well and I hope to you see all soon 💪

Dear Desertnauts in preparations for tomorrow's, Friday, drive, I hope you don't mind reversing the itinerary, from Badayer Shops to Bezhad Ranch (in al Manam). This gives us the opportunity to avoid the rush of sun setters at Badayer, which usually becomes unmanageable after 4PM. So, please pay attention to the published meeting place, where we'll meet and deflate, before driving south-west toward Bezhad Ranch. We'll still follow the sun's arc in the sky, keeping it more or less to our right, as we move across the area's star dunes, to Iftar and Super Bowl, and eventually to the last major dune before exiting near the E55 Road (al Madam to Al Shuwaib). The convoy order will be the following: @Glenn W in Second Lead @Shary at #3 @Mads at #4 @Jose Luis Campos at #5 @Frederic118 at #6 @Emanuel at Center @Nicolò at #8 @vinayak n at #9 @Sam Selim at #10 @Yuri at #11 @Hani crest king at #12 @Mike M. in Sweep See you all tomorrow as close to 2PM as possible.

Your words are very humbling...Cant say anything else but a heartfelt thanks partner!

Congratulations @Benje_Junior for being the youngest Lead in Carnity. Well done.

Testament of the great weather with light breeze

Thank you everyone it’s much appreciated!! Dr @M.Seidam thank you for the kind words, you were a massive influence to look up to. Especially on those night drives it definitely allowed me to see the art of cautiously tackling dunes Cheers Brette! It would be an interesting dynamic when I started out I was mostly on your drives following closely behind lead and now it’s possible to be switched around. Full circle moment!

Congratulations @Paul Eldho for reaching the Fewbie 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 Drives Attended (Indicative) Minimum 5 Newbie drives are required within last 3 months for Fewbie promotion. What you'll learn Basic dune and sand reading Self-recovery techniques Shoveling at right place Crawling out of difficult situations Blip Blip - Coordinate steering and gas control Basic side sloping and hill climb Basic ridge riding and criss crossing Basic control over technical dunes Slightly faster pace desert driving Ability to manage stuck/refusals with radio Learn to control and avoid fishtailing Never fight or challenge gravity Skills required Enthusiastic and positive attitude Willingness to learn and help others Presence of mind and attention to detail Car Worthiness Any 4x4 vehicle with low range gearing Suitable approach and departure angle 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 and Fewbie drives Forum participation Active participation on the forum Share drive experience + feedback Share drive pictures in the gallery Post trip report after the drive

I would like to share here my "Self-declaration", with the intention of applying for a Fewbie promotion. I did my first drive with Carnity as a Newbie in Pink Rock (22/03/2025) (the drive of this topic). Although I fully enjoyed the trip and had a very good experience as Newbie, I have some previous contact with sand-driving which I believe qualifies me for a promotion to Fewbie level. I own my Nissan XTerra since December 2024. 0) 5 different touristic package dune-bashing experiences (closely observing the tricks and skills of the drivers), 2 of them in Liwa (!) 1) 2-day Crossing of Wahiba Sands in Oman, in a convoy of 12 cars (Oman Raiders, private group). Main learnings: (A) tire pop-out from agressive turn on slope; (B) failing to side-cross a dune crest, sliding sideways down the slope risking roll, ending fully stuck with car body on the sand, requiring careful towing to get unstuck; (C) failing to ascend a dune by taking a too diagonal line, getting stuck, carefully reversed back, retried successfully on a straight line; (D) rich learning from observing other cars’ situations and how to recover. 2) 2h-3h exploratory trip Sweihan desert, 3 cars. A few minor stuck situations, amongst the 2 less experienced drivers, learning how to recover and avoid to repeat from the most experienced driver. 3) 2-day mild driving (w/ camping) in Ras al-Khaiman (near THE DUNES Camping), 2 cars. Some night drive. Longer 2h exploratory trip, on diverse ground (sand, rocks, mud, vegetation etc). No incidents. 4) 2h easy drive around Al Qudra desert, 2 cars. Got stuck ascending frontally a small steep loose sand slope due to too little power (too carefull), easy recovery with towing from 2nd car. 5) Organized a desert rave event in Half Desert Dubai, transporting all necessary equipment plus passengers in the car - observing complete different response from the car due to the heavy load. 6) 5h-6h drive near Mleiha Fossil Rock protected area, 2 cars. Got stuck sideways on ascent due to too diagonal line and too little speed, risking roll (once again), easy recovery with towing from 2nd car. Noticed big difference in sand with temperature throughout the day. Found it challenging to predict the technical difficulties of the next move when leading and not following another car. Ascent to Al Faya Dune, no incidents.

Do love a 4 runner! If I didn’t have Gladis that would be my go to

Oh yes, the 392 is impressive. Almost a sleeper on SZR as well.

Dear @Glenn W, as I am looking to have an experienced Second Lead, considering that I'll use Emanuel at the Center, and Hani or Mike in Sweep (the more experienced drivers), would you like to be added to the drive as SL? Thanks for confirming

I am still harboring some hope...

Dear @Benje_Junior hearty congratulations . Very well deserved promotion and from the start I felt this day was coming with your persistence patience and dedication to this passion . Well done and keep it up always . If you need any help we will be always there supporting you . Enjoy my friend

Congrats @Benje_Junior. Well done. Hope to be on one of your drives soon.

Congratulation @Benje_Junior

Dear @M.Seidam - thank you once more for the wonderful drive and arrangements! it was a fantastic evening with the whole Team!

Dear friends @Faraz94 @Zsolt @Mads @Mei ling @Luke K P @Jose Luis Campos @topgear @nithish468 @Glenn W @ChrisW Indeed it was a lovely night drive , moonless and chilli but made warm by the good accompany and fantastic convoy members. Thank you all for coming on time to share this never ending passion. it was Great pleasure to meet new faces and see older ones . Highlights : it was already highlighted by the beautiful drive report description above by @Luke K P and @ChrisW nice clips . Guys you did amazing in the middle and at the rear of the convoy supporting and Guiding in precision our fellow drivers. Thank you a lot. @Faraz94 second time in a row and never disappointing . You kept the distance and you played it safely as a perfect sec lead . Thanks brother . @Zsolt@Mads and @Mei ling it was pleasure meeting you for the first time and I was impressed how you handle it guys smoothly . Great driving. @Jose Luis Campos happy to see you again my friend after the pink rock . I hope you liked the night drive . @topgear my friend i am so happy to see you after such a long time Hello from me and Abdallah to your Son. @nithish468 nice self recovery on the slope and probably that was the spice added to the picnic . Thanks for coming bro. @Glenn W it’s always please to have you in any drive my friend. Flawlessly driving . Last but not the least I am delighted that you liked the drive and the humble Sohor and dates I managed to arrange . .. oh I almost forgot @Luke K P thanks for the Karak it was just the right one in this chilly night . see you all guys soon stay safe . below is relive Drive route map