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Thanks everyone for showing up and having a great morning out in the sand.. My drive summary will be very short: everyone drove very well and in control on some sand that was unsual because of the wetness. we really conquered some amazing pristine areas. really felt like we kept a fast pace up most of the time, and just turning curve into curve into curve was magical. thanks everyone for shovelling me out multiple times 🤪 . See you all again in the sand soon, and enjoy your week! @ChrisW @Aser @Andrew John Melvill @M.Seidam @Soap @Zsolt @Krinesh @Diego @JC_E @Abdullah A. @Ahmed Farouk @nithish468 👏

A great morning out with a top group of off-roaders! Thank you for leading a very relaxing drive @Luke K P. We quickly found the promised long-range dunes and entered a collective flow-state…everyone focussing on driving, enjoying the terrain, minimal radio chatter. Your brave attempts to cut a path through a few ridges gave us the opportunity to shovel…which actually gave some natural breaks and a chance to stop and enjoy the desert a few times. @Aser Congrats on the 100! Great to see it. @Ahmed Farouk It was a pleasure to follow your new Jeep! I’m biased, but it looks great and you’ll be zooming on the dunes before long. @JC_E it was good having you with me in the middle of the convoy too - good driving today, you make that LC move very well on the tight terrain. Finally to say, whilst I was further away, @Soap your driving today was good - it’s excellent to see the skills coming along. Couple of PoV videos from earlier…

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 Drive Details For this Saturday, I'm proposing a different plan that combines desert driving and hiking. We will start with 1 to 1.5 hours of driving. More focused on enjoying the desert, looking for nice points of views. Also use our skills and the capabilities of our cars to reach a point in the middle of the desert. From there, we will leave the vehicles and continue on foot. Climb the dunes, listen to the silence (and to our breath), experience the different sand texture, try to read the terrain, consider the slopes, the form of the dunes, choose a line to climb with less effort... The "hike" will be 1 to 1.5 hours. It will involve a few steep climbs and walking into soft sand. Nothing extreme, but participants will need to be reasonably fit. Please wear closed shoes (high-top or over-the-ankle shoes are best, though standard sports shoes are acceptable). No flip flops. If you or your passengers don't want to walk, you can stay by the cars during this time, but no driving around. Back at the cars, we can enjoy snacks, watch the sunset, and drive another 20-25 min to reach the exit before it is totally dark. The driving part includes the crossing of an area of elevated dunes, with a few climbs and steep descents and also some technical portions. Though not really "difficult" I'm requiring a minimum of 3 previous drives to ensure that each driver can enjoy, and to keep sufficient time for the hiking part. Families are welcome, including children. Let me know if you have specific questions. Level: Newbie - MIN 3 Drives - and above (all levels) Meeting time: 2:00 PM (SHARP - Without any exceptions) Meeting Point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/f8nSRBXb24ryGTvm8 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: 18:30 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. RSVP will close on Friday - 6 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 below calendar

Congrats 🎉 🎉 @Riyad

Thank you @Hansmtb and @CY Bong for the nice feedback. You can also use the Gallery to post your photos. https://carnity.com/gallery/category/2490-newbie-nahel-east-abu-dhabi-10-jan-2026/

Congrats, @Ash S.! Getting crowded in the FB+ club 😅😂

Thank you, Mr. @Luke K P, for the amazing lead! I truly enjoyed the drive. Also, a big thank you to all the support team members for the assistance you provided throughout the drive.

Thanks to everyone for your support and patience today, see you next time!!

DRIVE DESCRIPTION-WHAT TO EXPECT Venture beyond the edges of the map and immerse yourself in the vast silence of the Empty Quarter. Over two days we’ll carve our own route through majestic dunes, untouched desert plains, and landscapes that feel both ancient and otherworldly. This is not just a drive — it’s an exploration of one of the most remote and stunning environments on Earth. We will navigate technical terrain, camp beneath star-filled skies, and share unforgettable moments around the fire. This journey blends challenge, camaraderie, and the profound beauty of the open desert. If you’ve ever wanted to disconnect from the city, test your skills, and taste real exploration, this is the drive for you. DRIVE PLANNING Meetup at 8AM in Ghayati: https://maps.app.goo.gl/EmByh8zuVW6vtzULA A Full Day Drive in varied terrain (dunes, plains). Set up camp around 6PM in a quiet area and enjoy the evening together. Second day drive until we reach the exit near Arada. (before noon hopefully). Considering its seriousness to keep you and your vehicle safe, below rules apply: ESSENTIAL PREPARATION: Your car should be in 100% pristine working condition, so double or triple-check everything. Full-size spare tire with a lug wrench to match your wheel nut size and its depth. For aftermarket rims - Your lug wrench also needs to match the wheel nut depth. As it's a long full-day drive, so catch up with enough sleep beforehand. 5-10 liters of water per person. Snacks for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and next day breakfast. Keep your car as light as possible by packing what is truly essential. Fully charged radio with spare battery and all other required off-road gears. FULL MAIN TANK AND 1 JERRYCAN OF 20L. DRIVE DETAILS: Level: Fewbie Plus and above When: 7 and 8 Feb2026 Starting time: 8AM (SHARP - Without any exceptions) Starting Point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/EmByh8zuVW6vtzULA You can come early and camp at the same starting point if you like. (you can head inside on the same dirt track). Another option is overnight stay at the Western Hotel Al Ghayati. Last petrol station: https://maps.app.goo.gl/8HTTs3xEgzZ4c4877 Type of Car: Any proper 4x4 with front and back tow hooks and 8-10 inches of ground clearance. Approximate finish time: Between 11AM and 12AM the next day. ✅ RSVP: Confirm your attendance by clicking on "GOING" in the Calendar Event. Your name will appear on the RSVP list. If the RSVP is full, add yourself to the waitlist. As soon as a spot becomes available you will be moved automatically to the RSVP list. The RSVP closes one day prior to the drive Latecomers will be turned back (no exceptions) No RSVP = No Drive Please withdraw your RSVP if plans change Repeated no-shows may result in 1-month suspension RSVP HERE

Congratulations @Riyad 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

Congrats!!! 🎉

Thanks mate. See you this weekend

Congratulations @Ash S.

Well done and well deserved @Ash S. !!

Congratulations and well deserved @Ash S.! very nice seeing you progressing. Enjoy the new level and its learnings. See you soon!

Hey there. Congratulation brother, been missing you.

nice one @Ash S. well deserved. See you on some FB+ drives soon!

Congratulations @Ash S.

Congrats Mr. @Ash S. for your promotion. I’m really happy for you and glad to see you’ve been promoted to Fewbie Plus. Well deserved!

Big thanks to @JeromeFJ for taking us on an amazing desert drive in Nahel. His deep knowledge, constant guidance, and readiness to step out of the car to monitor each and every ride made the off road experience truly remarkable and we have learned so so much from him. Much appreciation as well to @Mark B @Gaurav Narsinghani for the timely rescue and solid support. Truly a great team effort!

Thank you for the fantastic drive! Zero wheel spin ✅ Going back to Europe tomorrow, hope to see you guys in couple of weeks!

Thank you all for joining the drive today. We had a great time out in the sand! I started slowly for everyone to warm-up and get in the desert mode. We could enjoy the beautiful morning light and the fresh air, with great views of the surrounding dunes. After the break, we went for some more action, increasing the pace, and adding a few climbs, experiencing acceleration and momentum. After another climb, we reached into a hidden bowl, where again we could push the engines to climb, and control the speed in the descent. We continued with a bit of practice in the technical dunes, where everyone was remarkably focused. Then we reached back to the exit through an open dunes area. A nice mix of different terrains ! Great driving from everyone, we had only a few stuck or refusal, nothing major, very well done. Thank you @Ana for the 2nd lead, @Mark B for the support from the middle, and @Gaurav Narsinghani for the sweep. And for @Nicholas Hubbard, @Piotr1, @DG707, @Taka, @CY Bong, @Hansmtb, thank you for the excellent spirit and supporting the shoveling when needed ! See you soon.