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Great job @Luke K P, very well executed. You set the standard high, so I need to work hard 😅. Thanks for the 🍉🍉🍉 @fred_ 😋. Good to see good friends @Johannes Roux @Humi @JC_E @Zubail and the one who enjoyed a bit more at the back @Andrew John Melvill 😁. Thanks @DP1011 @Gaurav who made this drive happen. How come the colour so purple?

First off, thankyou everyone for a great drive this morning. We managed to hit our ride objectives and move through Fayah as a tightly knit team.. no shovels, no ropes, no problems 😍 We got to play in the long range dunes, staying high where possible to get the best morning views looking across towards sweihan, play in a few side slopes, and most importantly, SHARE A GIANT WATERMELON 🍉 🍉 🍉 🍉 @fred_ and @Humi, very nice driving was good to check out your lines and see you taking some of the higher lines in the Sidies 💪 @Ishakthanks for helping reroute the convoy where I needed to change the plan on the fly 🙏 @JC_E @Johannes Roux and @Zubail perfectly executed drive as usual, zubail was great to see you again after over 6months! Great sweeping @Andrew John Melvill making sure no one was left behind and v helpful with the status updates from the rear. @Gauravgreat work as second lead finessing my lines.. and thanks for taking DP drive over today.🙏🙏🙏 Great Sunday morning picnic, enjoy the rest of your Sunday and hope to see you again soon.

Amazing drive!! Loved every second of it! Awesome lead @Luke K P, great flowing lines, exciting rollercoaster turns, and just all round fun!! Looking forward to many more amazing drives!

Favourite pic of the day

We request that every member joining this drive go through the information below and strictly follow these guidelines, etiquette, and responsibilities. MUST READ AND COMPLY Environmental Policy Offroad Flag Guideline Two Way Radio Guideline Off road Driving Etiquettes Emergency details for all off roaders Off Road Driving - Roles & Responsibilities Drive Details Level: Fewbie Plus and above Meeting time: 03:00 PM Meeting Point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/d8BH6rsYq2vFCgqbA Action Plan: Fifth and last installment of the Desert Books Series, the drive is dedicated to Antoine de Saint-Exupery's masterpiece "The Little Prince". Here the desert symbolizes the narrator's mind. Made barren by grown-up ideas, the narrator's mind slowly expands under the guidance of the little prince in the same way that the deadly desert slowly transforms itself into a place of learning and, once the well appears, refreshment. As one of the book's protagonists, besides the desert, is The Fox, the track chosen for this drive will take us all the way from Sweihan's entry, through its Pond, to the "Fox's Den, two-thirds of the way to Faya's exit point. The drive will be a bit long, but not too tricky, so feel free to bring guests, with whom to share the pleasure of the desert, and the sun setting on the last ridge of dunes. As usual in this series, in trying to distil the best of the book and to build up to the day of the drive, I'll post a book's quote each day. Let's try to find inspiration in this Desert Books' Series to truly appreciate our interaction with our favorite element of nature. What to bring along: Loads of water, snacks (for yourself), smiles, face masks, rubber gloves, enthusiasm, and willingness to learn. Approximate finish time: 7:30 PM P.S. Only join if you have a compressor to inflate your tires after the drive. RECOMMENDED OFF-ROAD GEAR: Tire deflator & Tire pressure gauge Compressor (MANDATORY) Walkie-talkie radio (MANDATORY) Off-road flag (MANDATORY) Shovel, Tow Rope & 2 Shackles First-aid kit 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 - Without any exceptions. Members without RSVP will be returned - 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 THE CALENDAR

Thank you all for joining this morning! Due to the short convoy, we managed to cover quite some ground with no ropes involved. All minor refusals were dealt with by the respective drivers. Hats off to @Bhaskaran Ramaswamy who was on his first club drive but drove fantastic! Same goes for @Danie who navigated his Rubicon superbly through the flowers and bushes. Great help on my side as well from @J-P L and @Richard Franks. We first headed to one of the famous watchtowers of Falaj Al Mualla. The watchtowers in Falaj Al Mualla were constructed in the early 19th century by Sheikh Abdullah I bin Rashid Al Mu’alla, who ruled Umm Al Quwain from 1816 to 1853. They were built at the same time as the nearby fort, which dates back to around 1825. 1. Defense and Surveillance The primary role of the watchtowers was military and defensive. They were strategically placed to monitor and protect the surrounding area from potential invaders or tribal conflicts. Positioned to provide a clear vantage point over the valley and oasis, they allowed guards to spot approaching threats early. 2. Protection of the Falaj Irrigation System The towers also helped protect the falaj (ancient irrigation system), which was vital for agriculture in the arid region. Ensuring water security was critical, so the towers guarded the channels from sabotage or unauthorized access. 3. Communication The towers could have served as early warning and signaling posts, possibly using smoke, fire, or flags to convey messages across distances. 4. Symbol of Authority The presence of watchtowers also reinforced the power and control of the ruling family or tribe over the region, showcasing their ability to protect and govern. These towers are a key part of the UAE’s architectural heritage and reflect the historical importance of water, security, and tribal leadership in the area. Wikiloc | SHJ-3 Emirates Trail Some uploaded photos here. Feel free to add yours: Newbie - Scenic Views of the North - Sharjah - 22 Jun 2025 - Carnity.com See you all soon in the sand again!

Great drive yesterday! Love a night drive thanks everybody and well done on the fantastic driving! I’ll post some images

Awning and cool watermelon- it was top!!!

Hi @Frederic just seeing your message. Sorry for the late response. my car Toyota 2023 ; this is my first drive after the 4 hours training from Gaurav; car has the hooks by default; Radio and all must to have gears in place. look forward for tomorrow’s drive.

Very unwell since last night. Very sorry for the last minute dropout Frederick.

Hey @Frederic sorry it’s late but I’m gonna have to pull out of this one. Just finished a drive with Davie and drove home. On the way home I noticed something out of the ordinary so I don’t want to risk it. Need to get it checked over before venturing out in the sand again. Hope you understand. Cheers and hope you all have a great drive.

Sorry but I`m fail with a car again.