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DRIVE DESCRIPTION Al Khazna is a rewarding hidden gem close to Abu Dhabi. The terrain unfolds in long, rolling dunes with clean lines and generous spacing—perfect for practicing confident side‑sloping, smooth ridge riding, and controlled cresting. The climbs are tall enough to demand proper momentum management, and the soft sand keeps you honest with every ascent. We will attempt to keep the flow going at a relatively high pace.. linking ridge to ridge where possible. 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: 07:00 (SHARP - Without any exceptions) Meeting Point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/GVJ75KxYdhXnhXFw6 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, face mask, rubber gloves, enthusiasm and willingness to learn. Approximate finish time: 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 - 12:00. If the RSVP is full, you can add your name to the waitlist, once someone 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 RSVP HERE BELOW

Thanks @JeromeFJ for this wonderful drive, through these clean dunes at a marvellous sunset! Addding some pictures here as the gallery refuses my uploads somehow

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

DRIVE DESCRIPTION-WHAT TO EXPECT Very few places on Earth can rival the mesmerizing beauty of Liwa, nestled within the Rub' al Khali, the vast expanse of the Empty Quarter – the largest uninterrupted desert on the planet! Immerse yourself in the raw beauty of nature, far removed from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Camp beneath a blanket of stars, serenaded by the sounds of the wilderness. Share stories around a crackling campfire, bonding with fellow adventurers over shared triumphs and tales of adventure. Embark on a thrilling two-day adventure that promises to unveil some of the most immense sand dunes you'll ever encounter! 🐪🌄 More than a typical dune-bashing session, this drive is more suited to an overlanding style of driving, where endurance and your drive skills in technical soft sand will be challenged. DRIVE PLANNING Meetup at 8AM in Khanoor: https://maps.app.goo.gl/rnGP9hxzHzt12Ewf7 Full Day Drive, making our way towards Moreeb dune. Set up camp around 6PM in a quiet area and enjoy the evening together. Exit at Moreeb Dune the following morning around 10AM. Considering its seriousness to keep you and your vehicle safe, below rules apply: ESSENTIAL PREPARATION: A well serviced 4x4. Do not join if you have pending technical issues. 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. Make sure you are well rested beforehand. 5-10 liters of water per person. Snacks for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and next day breakfast. Feel free to bring your BBQ. 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 MANDATORY. DRIVE DETAILS: Level: Fewbie Plus and above When: 24 and 25 Jan 2026 Starting time: 8AM (SHARP - Without any exceptions) Starting Point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/rnGP9hxzHzt12Ewf7 You can come early and camp at the same starting point if you like. (you can head inside on the same dirt track) Last petrol station with washrooms and food is ADNOC LIWA (977): https://maps.app.goo.gl/CqSnCNUTfUwySN2Y7 Last Petrol station near the starting point is ADNOC KHANOOR: https://maps.app.goo.gl/oxVfp85mBCdrWF6e7 Type of Car: Any proper 4x4 with front and back tow hooks and 8-10 inches of ground clearance. Approximate finish time: Between 10AM and 11AM 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

Congrats @Rawad well done my friend!!

Ahlaaaaaan . Mabroook brother. Been missing you on the drives.

Let me copy Malagas text or copilot 2 minutes. 😀

Congratulations @Rawad Ahmad 🎉

Congratulations @Menon Arun 🎉.

Congrats @Rawad Ahmad

Congrats 🎉 🎉 @Rawad Ahmad

finally, a drive of the year!

Congrats Rawad. Well deserved.

Congratz @Rawad Ahmad

Thanks @Frederic happy to be advancing 💪🏻

@Jerzi and Herman, @Alex M Thank you for joining the drive on Saturday afternoon. The combination of driving and hiking was a nice way to enjoy the desert. We shall repeat while the weather permits !

@Ash S. well done, looking forward to more winching

Hey boet @Danie well done

@Ale Vallecchi apologies had to drop out last minute.... both the kids and wife came down with a flu on the Friday so decided to stay at home and be with them.... hope you guys had a great drive and look forward to joining the next one.

Congratulations @Danie!!

Well done @Menon Arun!!

Well done @Danie!!

Well done @Aringga!!

Congrats @Aringga

Congrats @Aringga

Congrats on the level up @Aringga

Thank you @Frederic and all... it was a great drive! Looking forward to more drives...

I was Delighted to join for the last min . Beautiful chilly morning with an amazing lead , support , fellow drivers and day outing today . Thanks @Frederic for choosing carefully this terrain along which everyone did it very nice . thanks @Frans M and @Sam Selim for the great and professional operational commands today . Guys you left almost nothing for Fred except to find tha best pathway to lead and for me to watch the amazing convoy flow from the back . for all the remaining convoy members thanks for sharing the passion of offroading today . Excellent driving have a nice day Seidam relive below

Thank you @Frederic for the beautiful Al Faqa drive, lovely weather, great location, amazing lead, enjoyable lines , at some sections didn't feel like newbie level 😁 Thanks to support team @M.Seidam, @Sam Selim & @Frans M

Congratulations 👍

Great news, well deserved

Congrats!!! 🎉

Thanks @Gaurav @Frederic @Asif Hussain@Srikumar for organizing a fantastic event. Fabulous location with a panoramic view of whole Dubai skyline - the moment we landed there it diluted all the concerns about post event traffic.(fortunately didn’t face much traffic back home). The energy, vibe all were super enthralling, kids and family loved it. Couldn’t really have had asked for a better start to 2026. @Looper @Gaurav Soni @Vanessa8580 @Simon D @Ishak and all who joined, was great catching up.. Wish you all a fantastic 2026 and hopefully we will catch up soon for a lot many drives in 2026.