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Hello @Frans M @Nicolò @JAISROCK @vinayak n @J-P L @lucas amat @Mei Ling @Lala G @Mahesh_ @Sherry Jacob @Abhishek Chikara @Faraz94 @Glenn W @Dodi Syahdar We will start briefing at 06.30 Radio channel 8: 446.181 The convoy order:

Hello Desert Explorer @Mei Ling @Lala G @Abhishek Chikara @Glenn W @Nicolò @Faraz94 @vinayak n @JAISROCK @Sherry Jacob @lucas amat Thank you for joining the drive tomorrow. Looking forward to seeing all of you on the sand and building our criss-cross train together. A big shoutout to the support team @Frans M @J-P L @Mahesh_ @Dodi Syahdar. Your guidance, eyes on the dunes, and calm voice will keep the convoy running smooth. And those who ended up on the waiting list @[email protected] @Rk ram @khlief, My apologies. If it is Fb, I may extend a bit. There will be more drives coming and more trains to steal. Hope to see you in the next one 🙏. I will post convoy order soon.

Dear Friends CONVOY ORDER IS BELOW @Aser@Noufal@Piotr1@Sam Selim@Pavito Al@Mostafa Elbadawi@SHIHAN BEARY@Vipin M@Andrei S@Sviatoslav@Warbs@Yerem Davtyan@khurramm@Guido Ferriani@khlief@Andrew John Melvill

RSVP IS NOW CLOSED @nithish468@Thomas54675@Steffi@Abdullah A.@Zahid Sharif@Danie@saumik1989@Suneedh Wrangler@Zed Thank you all for joining! We will be using Channel 4 tomorrow: 446.081Mhz. Please try to arrive by 6.45AM so you have time to deflate and set up the flag. I'd like to get the convoy moving by 7.15 latest, so we can enjoy the marvelous weather. See you all in the morning!

Good morning @Mark B @Ash S. @Herman G @Dinesh Kumar A @Gary F Thank you for signing up for the drive on tomorrow morning in Sweihan. You can expect a well paced drive, with high dunes and soft sand. It will be FB level, but we will have some high climbs, long ridges, and many opportunities to push the throttle. With the height of the dunes, and the higher speed we may have, you will have to be totally focused on your driving, and avoid fighting the gravity in any situation. In preparation for the drive, please check your car and be sure it is fit for a long desert drive. Remove unnecessary items from the trunk and rear seats area, and secure properly any loose item. We still have a few slots available, late joiners are welcome ! I will indicate the convoy order by the end of the day. Stay tuned !

@Mark B @Ash S. @Herman G @Dinesh Kumar A @Gary F Last updates for tomorrow Meeting at 6:45 am at https://maps.app.goo.gl/r5LPyKms6XuG5Un58 The convoy order will be We will use Carnity radio Channel 8. Enjoy the evening, have a good rest and see you tomorrow !

Convoy list updated

You are in @Zsolt good luck @Sviatoslav

hello Dr. @M.Seidam - if any other dropouts today, pls let me know - I'm ready to jump in from the waiting list for a cozy Friday night drive. thnks zsolt

@Glenn W, @Jerzi, @Dune.Glider, @Sameer D., @Lazy Frog and @J-P L, the drive's time is from 2:00 to 6:00 PM. Not sure why it showed differently. See you all this afternoon.

Hi @Heavenkepper! You are lucky: A Nissan Xterra does not need much as it's very capable in stock condition. There are however a few points to consider: 1. Technical condition. Get it checked completely and serviced before taking it on the sand. Breaking down in the desert is not fun. 2. The stock tow points/recovery points (front and back) can be a bit weak. Many Xterra owners upgrade these. If yours still look OK and are not entirely rusted they will do fine, but if you plan to take it regularly into the desert, it is highly recommended. 3. A custom made bash-plate is a good addition if you start off-roading regularly. It will protect your radiator. 4. A flag holder will be necessary if you drive with the club. Suction cup is a good alternative. The reason you don't have a VDC switch is because the basecamp model did not come with traction control. At least that's one less thing to worry about You will however need to turn off the ABS. This can be done by pulling the ABS fuse inside the electrical fuse box of the engine bay. If you don't like pulling this ABS fuse every time, you can get a killswitch installed, which is a small switch located underneath the dashboard that allows you to turn off the ABS instantly without having to pull any fuses.

DRIVE DESCRIPTION Hello Desert Explorers, Once upon a dune, back in 20th of April 2023, I joined @Varun Mehndiratta's legendary Criss-Cross Train from Qudra to Lisaili. @Looper and @DP1011 were there to keep the train safe as platoon leaders. It was a beautiful chaos of side slopes, crossings, and few "where is the track?" momments. Now it's payback time.. I am hijacking that same train, turning the train around, and driving it back to Qudra! 🚄 🌬️ We will start from the Lisaili side and make our way toward the Qudra. We will park the train at Qudra secret garden. Expect flowing ridges, zig zag, and dunes that like to test both your throttle and your patience. Hop aboard the stolen criss-cross express! let's bring the train without derailing it. MUST READ AND COMPLY Environmental Policy Offroad Flag Guideline Two Way Radio Guideline Off road Driving Etiquette's Emergency details for all off-roaders Off Road Driving - Roles & Responsibilities DRIVE DETAILS Level: Fewbie Plus and above Meeting time: 06:30 AM (SHARP - Without any exceptions) Meeting Point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/BTq9VDFQ2tpgQfHm9 Type of Car: Any proper 4x4 with front and back tow hooks and 8-10 inches of ground clearance. What to bring along: Loads of water & snacks (for yourself), smiles, enthusiasm and a willingness to learn. Mandatory off-road gears: Newbie and above, Tire deflator, tire pressure gauge, compressor, walkie-talkie radio, off-road flag, shovel, first-aid kit, fire extinguisher, Intermediate and above, Tow Rope and 2 soft Shackles. Note: Please ensure that all of your off-road gear is securely tied down with ratchet straps in the rear compartment of the vehicle. Bungy type tie downs are not suitable for tying down off-road gear. Approximate finish time: 10:00 - 10:30 AM P.S. Only join if you have a compressor to inflate your tires after the drive. LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE This drive is limited to 10 cars only. RSVP will close on Friday - 1 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 back - Without any exceptions. Members without RSVP will be returned back - 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 below:

Hi @Abhishek Chikara, When we think of Qudra or Lisaili, vegetation and forests come to mind 😅. For the train route, we need to find a track that runs mostly through clean dunes. There may be a few areas we can’t avoid.

sorry to hear that , sure my friend take care and wish your son speedy recovery .

Hi @Ishak Thanks and looking forward to the drive. I had a question - do you expect the terrain to be busy or mostly clean desert. Thank you.

--------------------------------- I'm ready @M.Seidam brgrds zsolt

Hi @M.Seidam, very sorry to inform, but I'm facing a problem with my car's skid plate (just found out that one of the attachments broke) - won't be able to solve it quickly today and need to drop. If still relevant for @Zsolt he can take my place in the convoy today. Really hope for more night drives going forward, it's such a pity to miss this rare opportunity 😟

Sure will do if there is any drop

@M.Seidam yes I am in, thank you so much!!

@Ale Vallecchi, could you please confirm the event is started at 14:00-18:00 as I have seen the calendar said started at 12:00-16:00. Thank you and looking forward to learn more about the FJ in this event.

Hey everyone, I’m a newbie and would love some insight and suggestions on what basic mods I should do to my car for sand driving. I’d really appreciate any valuable input from the community and fellow off-roaders. My car is old 2010 ex military BaseCamp Model, it has 4x4 but i dont see any VDC switch

Well done @Carl Stanley, onwards and upwards for the Pajero boys

Dear Friends @Aser@Noufal@Piotr1@Sam Selim@Pavito Al@Mostafa Elbadawi@SHIHAN BEARY@Vipin M@Andrei S@Sviatoslav@Warbs@Yerem Davtyan@khurramm@Guido Ferriani@khlief@Andrew John Melvill Please note that RSVP is closed now few important reminders : 1. Radio ( frequency channel 2 ) and safety flags .; No Radio or Flag = No Drive 2. source of personal light ( example : head light ) so you can see clearly . 3. for the new commers : I highly recommend to come with no passengers as you need all your focus and no reason for distraction especially in the dark environment. Please watch the Absolute newbie clip above for your own safety and getting familiar . 4. the meeting point is updated in the drive topic and calendar . its here again https://maps.app.goo.gl/tv9iDhYViCGQcakZ8 5. Please be on time 8 pm or bit earlier Convoy list will be pasted tomorrow before noon wish you all happy time and see you in the night tomorrow Inshallah

Hello everyone, Google Maps might send you on a long loop for an extra 10 minutes for no reason. At the final roundabout next to the meeting point pin, just make your way through the roundabout and after completing it, take the first opening to the right. You will find Carnity members deflating at the spot. Posting another zoomed out pic to avoid any confusion because even if we put the pin on the road it will still take you through the unnecessary loop

Dear @M.Seidam, Dear All, My wife just informed me that my older son (8y) is in hospital and he needs to stay there at least for 24h. In the night/morning he had a huge headache and in hospital turns out that he has very strong bacterial infection. Therefore, I am very sad (because car is ready for the trip), but I am not able to join tonight. (I have to stay at home with younger son 4y). I hope to see you next time and sorry for inconvenience. Have fun.

@M.Seidamsorry dr down with fever ( Rigors )since last night.

@Ale Vallecchi not feeling 100%, will unfortunately pull out of both my drives I had planned for this weekend. Have a great drive, and have fun!

i have just seen the time changed to 14:00-18:00, i start work at 18:00 tomorrow so I must cancel unfortunately. Have fun and hope i can join a drive soon.