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We kicked off right on time after our briefing at the ADNOC station, with everyone geared up and ready for a solid morning in the sand. The first set of dunes greeted us with heavy tracking, courtesy of the Tilal Drag competition, which had clearly seen a lot of action. We looped around this entire section, weaving through the vegetation and working our way into a good rhythm. 👍 Once clear of the tracked zone, the terrain opened up beautifully. We transitioned into faster-flowing dunes and clean sabkhas, letting the convoy stretch out and enjoy some smooth, confident driving. Soon after, we entered the large technical zone of Al Fayah — a maze of sharp ridges, bowls, and narrow crossings. The team handled it exceptionally well as we carefully picked the best route through this demanding area, maintaining control and strong convoy discipline throughout. Continuing south, we crossed a mix of sabkhas and small forest 😜 patches until we eventually found the gate leading into the desert safari zone. This is where the pace lifted again — high-speed sidies, sweeping climbs, and playful sections that had everyone smiling. We wrapped up at the exit after a truly exhilarating run. Incredible driving all around — smooth, coordinated, and confidently executed. A big thank-you to the support team for the quick recoveries and keeping us moving whenever we stopped. Another brilliant day in the dunes! Thanks all 🙏 @Zsolt @Krinesh @Myrko @Diego @Sam Selim @Ahmed Farouk @vinayak n @Mei Ling @Andrew John Melvill @Abhishek Chikara @Glenn W @Aser

🌵 Qudra Fog Adventure — Off-Road Trip Report At 06:30 AM, thirteen off-roaders including myself gathered at the north track of Al Qudra, near the Secret Garden. Everyone arrived early, eager for the day ahead. But the desert had its own surprise in store—a sudden, heavy fog that dropped visibility to under 100 meters just upon Briefing is done . With safety in mind, we delayed our start by an hour, waiting for conditions to slightly improve. 🌫️ Into the Fog Once the team made the call to begin, we moved slowly along the long northern track before turning south toward Love Lake. We traced the lake’s northern border, driving carefully on the sand track while still surrounded by dense fog. I led the convoy with extra caution, keeping the pace steady and safe. ☕ First Break Our first stop gave everyone a chance to recharge: • Fresh coffee • Light chatting • A short walk around the area • A quick review of the track ahead The fog continued to fluctuate, but the convoy stayed coordinated and vigilant. 🏜️ Smooth Dune Tackling As we resumed the drive, the dunes were wet and soft, but the team handled them smoothly. The convoy moved in harmony, keeping distance and adjusting to the conditions as visibility kept swinging. ⚠️ Challenges in the Last Hour In the final stretch, two incidents tested the teamwork: 1️⃣ A Tough Wedge Stuck I got stuck in a tricky dune wedge that required a collective push from the support team. Teamwork made the recovery quick and clean. 2️⃣ A Pop-Out Tire One vehicle suffered a front-passenger pop-out. It was fixed promptly and professionally, barely slowing us down. ✅ Safe Exit & Big Smiles Despite the fog, delays, and challenges, the group exited safely. Every one of the 12 participants ended the journey with a big smile and a shared sense of accomplishment. 💬 Final Reflection “In the desert, conditions can change in moments. But with teamwork, caution, and a love for adventure, every challenge becomes a story worth remembering.” see you soon in the sand again Cheers Seidam

We’re introducing a new "Drive & Trek" concept that combines relaxed off-roading with light trekking for us and simple games for the kids. With the winter weather finally here, it’s a good chance to step out of the car, stretch our legs, and let our families enjoy the outdoors with a bit of fitness and exploration. We will start with an easy-level drive toward Lisaili dunes, enjoying the cool weather with scenic dunes. Once there on top, we will park up and spend roughly half of the drive time on foot with: A short trek up the dunes for those who want a bit of adventure. Simple, kid-friendly games like football, tag, frisbee, or tug of war. Family Photo “viewpoint challenge” for the best family picture from the top. Bring your energy, your family (kids of all ages), a football or frisbee if you have one, and let us make the most of the winter season in the dunes together. We request every member who joins this drive to 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 Etiquette's Emergency details for all off-roaders Off Road Driving - Roles & Responsibilities First time with Carnity Off-road Club: Please share your vehicle details - Make, Model, Color, and Year. Please share your prior off-road experience. Confirm your vehicle has front and rear tow hooks/eyelets. Confirm you have a programmable radio and safety flag. MUST WATCH: NEWBIE VIDEO BRIEFING Drive Details Level: Newbie and above (all levels) Meeting time: 2:00 PM Meeting Point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/4SHjXMF9BYnykHp48 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 willingness to learn. Approximate finish time: 6:00 PM P.S. Only join if you have a compressor to inflate your tires after the drive. LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE This drive is limited to 12 cars only. Please withdraw your RSVP, if you find you are unable to join, so your spot can be taken by others on the waitlist. If the RSVP is full, you can add your name to the waitlist, if an RSVP attendee removes themselves, you will be moved from the waitlist to the RSVP list as an attendee. A convoy list will be sent out the day prior to the drive. Latecomers will be returned back - Without any exceptions. Members without RSVP will be returned back - Without any exceptions. Repeated no-show members after RSVP will have their account suspended for a month. PLEASE RSVP ON THE CALENDAR

Thanks a ton for sandfix for the week ahead @Luke K P @Sam Selim @Andrew John Melvill @Aser @Luke K Pwishing you have happy holidays n see you in Jan 27 ,will be waiting for the next drive! @Aser thanks for the feedback ,tips on safe distance maintaince. Thanks to all convoy ..happy week ahead ..

Congratulations @SHIHAN BEARY 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'll be back before then mate!! 😄 See you soon

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RSVP IS NOW CLOSED @Mike M.@Jason M@Steffi@Thomas54675@saumik1989@Alex M@Kashx2@Frans M@Suneedh Wrangler@_Herman_@MarkH@Shahid Mehmood@Shiju Raju@Alphin Aloor@nithish468@Simon D Thank you all for signing up for this drive! I am happy to announce that myself and @Mike M. will be splitting the lead duties. No doubt it will be a great morning out in the sand. Some notes before tomorrow: 1. Please try to arrive around 15mins earlier so you have time to deflate, set up your flag, and socialize. (or get a sip of coffee ) 2. We will be using Channel 10 on the walkie talkies: 446.231Mhz 3. Please bring your off-road gears as per your level. For Fewbies this is radio/shovel/pressure gauge/deflator/shovel/off-road flag. See you all tomorrow morning!

@Davie Smooth_Operator I really wanted to join the sign-off party, unfortunately work decided otherwise. So, I’m still in the office, while you are hopefully sharing a laugh in the sand. Thanks for the great memorable drives, you're my wife's favorite marshal (position is open for others to fill now 😄)! Wherever life will take you, I hope you'll be able to enjoy same or other motorized fun, whether that’s in 4x4 or maybe on a motorbike, or... Bon voyage and Godspeed, with the emphasis on the last syllable of the latter!

@Davie Smooth_Operator Hi Davie, sorry I'm still at work. It was pleasure driving with you, enjoy the new chapter!