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@JeromeFJ has posted a Fewbie Plus drive for Saturday morning to absorb the additional waitlist. Kindly join that drive if it suits your availability and leave this drive or waitlist to give a chance to Fewbie members. Confirmed drive members @Shiju Raju @Giacomo @Mohit Gurnani @Mike M. @Shahid Mehmood Waitlist members @Hani crest king @Deepak Eswar @Frans M @Mahmut

Looper has posted a Fewbie Plus drive for Sunday morning to absorb the additional waitlist. Kindly join that drive if it suits your availability and leave this drive or waitlist to give a chance to Fewbie members. Confirmed drive members @Alphin Aloor @Shiju Raju @Giacomo @nithish468 @Mohit Gurnani Waitlist members @Mike M. @Nizar Shawwa @Marek @Shahid Mehmood @Hani crest king @Deepak Eswar @Aser @Frans M @Mahmut

Congratulations @Luke K P for joining the Support Team with Carnity Offroad Club. Looking forward to seeing you grow 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. SUPPORT TEAM Pre-requisite 1) Minimum 10 any level "Carnity" drives are required after your Intermediate promotion to become eligible for the Support Team. Once you decide to join Team Carnity to excel further with your off-roading, people, and commanding skills, you will be extensively trained by the whole Team Carnity from Expert - Marshal - Crew at various stages by supporting different levels drives. Activities for Support Team Members Support different Marshals and Crew at Newbie level drives to demonstrate: Your ability and willingness to support new offroaders. Ability to gain control of commanding situations. And clear communication skills to help manage the convoy. Possible progress toward becoming an Advisor Once you have proved to be a regular Supporting Team member and have supported different trip leads on several Newbie and Fewbie drives, we will gather your periodic feedback. Based on this feedback and reviews you might receive an invitation to become a Carnity Advisor for further advancement within our community. You will also need to have completed a minimum of 5 Intermediate Level drives, and be a regular club member (minimum supporting 6 Newbie or Fewbie drives per quarter) to become eligible. Being invited to an Advisor role means we put our faith in you as a passionate club member who displays maturity and passion to carry your knowledge on to new off-roaders who are still progressing through the ranks.

Sorry, no you can't as a Newbie. You can only join Newbie drive, for first time with Carnity. If you have previous experience then you can self declare that on Newbie drive and apply for Fewbie promotion after that.

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 Level: Fewbie and above (all levels) Meeting time: 1:00 PM (SHARP - Without any exceptions) Meeting Point: https://goo.gl/maps/VAG8NeJP6ekPZxSX9 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: 5:00 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 10 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

Please find the convoy numbering below. We will use Radio Channel 8 @Ishak @Ammar Tahir @Kuba Roszyk @Krinesh @Srikumar @Abdallah Alnajjar @Dipu Francis @Haneef Thayyil @Jessica Lambert Gaurav Silver Pajero Ishak Pajero - LWB - Black/White Ammar Tahir 2008 FJ Cruiser - Blue Kuba Roszyk Jeep Grand cherokee, gcc, brown, 2018 Krinesh 2024 Ford Ranger Raptor: Orange Srikumar Cherokee XJ Abdallah Alnajjar Toyota Prado 2024 Dipu Francis 2007 FJ cruiser -Maroon Jessica Lambert 2022 Toyota Prado GXL - 5 door - pearl white

Yes please, come with the one u sent on WA, shud be fine

If the noise + jerk only comes while shifting from D to R and R to D, its gear mount or engine mount needs to be checked first and replace if they are torn or even have a hairline crack. If the noise continues, while driving as well then it could be something else.

@Krinesh and @Abdallah Alnajjar First time with Carnity Off-road Club: Please share your vehicle details - Make, Model, Color, and Year. Do you have any prior off-road experience? If yes, pls share details. Confirm your vehicle has front and rear tow hooks/eyelets. Advise if you don’t have a programable radio and safety flag. MUST WATCH: NEWBIE VIDEO BRIEFING

Most welcome Ammar, looking fwd to see u on Sunday.

Its newbie level...!

Congratulations @Giacomo for reaching the Fewbie Plus 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 PLUS Drives Attended (Indicative) Minimum 10 Fewbie drives are required within last 6 months for Fewbie Plus promotion. What you'll learn Advance dune and sand reading Advance recovery techniques Rocking and crawling to make path Learn to flatten/compact soft sand patch Self recovery from crest Advance side sloping and long hill climb Advance ridge riding and criss crossing Advance control over technical dunes Slightly faster pace desert driving FULLY control and avoid fishtailing Never fight or challenge gravity Skills required Enthusiastic and positive attitude Willingness to learn and help others Extremely attentive and focused while driving Car Worthiness Any 4x4 vehicle with low range gearing Suitable approach and departure angle Bash plate and skid plate protected 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, Fewbie and Fewbie Plus drives Forum participation Active participation on the forum Share drive experience + feedback Share drive pictures in the gallery Post trip report after the drive

Congratulations @Andreas Riis 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

Congratulations @Amr J 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

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. Do you have any prior off-road experience? If yes, pls share details. Confirm your vehicle has front and rear tow hooks/eyelets. Advise if you don’t have a programable radio and safety flag. MUST WATCH: NEWBIE VIDEO BRIEFING Drive Details Level: Newbie and above (all levels) Meeting time: 1:00 PM (SHARP - Without any exceptions) Meeting Point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/1JKSFjJ8xSirSP5j9 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: 5:00 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. RSVP will close on Friday - 9AM. 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

Congratulations @Benje_Junior for reaching the Advisor Level with Carnity Offroad Club. Looking forward to seeing you grow 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. ADVISOR This Advisor level is the cornerstone of the Team Carnity Structure as you will always remain an "Advisor" first even when you attain a Marshal rank. As an advisor, you will constructively help, support, and advise other advisors with "respect" being part of this big multicultural family. You can discuss or even question ideas at any level but respectfully and professionally by keeping all the dialogue exchanges confidential for internal use only. Your biggest transformation from an off-roader to a leader will be done at this level. With solid experience in supporting drives and handling recoveries, you will join the most comprehensive and power-packed Leaders Lead session. The Leaders Lead Session, which consists of significant homework and preparation in advance of the drives, will eventually teach you all about leading and navigating in the desert, extreme recovery scenarios, and learning to lead the convoy in the various terrains UAE has to offer. These sessions are conducted by a crew member, tailored specifically for you, and done for a handful of members only at a time. This is invaluable information and exclusive training that you will only receive at the Advisor level with Carnity. You will be learning the basics of leading the convoy in the desert in three different steps: https://carnity.com/store/product/73-advance-desert-leading-course/ Advance sand reading, planning your lead, terrain, level, and emergency exits. Lead with navigational software to systematically scale the lead for all the cars in the convoy. Ability to lead, recover and manage the convoy in the most extreme desert available in the UAE. Once you complete these 3 steps then you will be eligible to lead drives under supervision: Minimum two partial leads for any daytime Fewbie drives under Expert/Marshal/Crew supervision. Plan, post, and a lead minimum of four daytime Fewbie drives under Expert/Marshal/Crew supervision. You can extend above two partial or four full leads if you need more time to develop confidence. Once you successfully, complete the minimum of two partial and four full leads under supervision, then you will be eligible for your Expert promotion. Carnity Contribution Committed to driving with Carnity off-road club only. Lead/Support: Minimum 6 drives per quarter (3 months). Forum contribution to earn Carnity points. Skills required Meticulous planning and preparation. Ready for new challenges or unexpected situations. Leadership skills to always put the team before yourself. Car Worthiness Capable 4x4 vehicle with a low range gearing. Suitable approach and departure angle. High profile tires. Off-road gear required Safety flag, tire deflator, tire pressure gauge, shovel, fire extinguisher, medical kit, radio (walkie-talkie), air compressor, tool kit, rated recovery rope and 2 rated shackles, GPS, Floor jack and jack board, tire repair kit, toolbox, tie-down straps, fluids. Drive Joining All Levels. Forum participation Active participation on the forum. Share drive experience + feedback. Share drive pictures in the gallery. Post trip report after the drive.

@ChrisW @Luke K P @Aser @Nizar Shawwa @Cesar Chacon @Andrew John Melvill @Stumpy @Alexander Alcala @RiadJL @Hugo @Wissam @Enrique @Mark B @Gary F @Benjamin @Imran Asghar @JohanE @Bravoecho @Rajiv Sam @Tharun Kumar V @Krishna R @Ahmed Farouk @Zak_ @Bashar Beasha @Mahmoud Taha @Matt - monkeywrench @Jon L @Imteeaz @Davie Chase @JeromeFJ @Gaurav Soni @Asif Hussain @Looper @Albertorres @Zed Desert Champions Trophy - 2024 - Highlights

Asif bhai, zoom zoom skills and planning are next-level.

Who knows, Radio is an excuse to time different strategies and approaches.

Congratulations @Jose Luis Campos 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

Congratulations, @davie c smooth operator 🌟 Davie Chase Joins the Ranks of Carnity Offroad Club Marshals! In Sep 2021 Davie Chase arrived in the UAE deserts with his trusted Wrangler and a heart full of curiosity for off-road adventures. From that first drive with me in Tawi Nazwa, Davie's enthusiasm and knack for problem-solving were evident, setting him apart as someone destined to excel. Through 160+ drives spanning all terrains, Davie didn’t just gain experience - he built a reputation. Whether navigating technical dunes or lending a steady hand during recoveries, his sharp instincts and unshakable composure have left an indelible mark on our off-road community. Davie's approach to off-roading goes beyond just skill. His flair for turning challenges into learning moments has empowered countless drivers to overcome their fears and embrace the desert. As a leader, he’s patient, encouraging, and always up for helping others push their boundaries safely. Achieving the Marshal rank isn’t just about driving prowess; it’s about embodying the values that Carnity Offroad Club holds dearly - teamwork, foresight, perseverance, and a passion for sharing knowledge. Davie represents all this and lot more. If you're looking for inspiration on how to grow in this community, look no further than Davie Chase. His ability to balance technical expertise with mentorship is a true example of what makes a Marshal. Follow his lead, and you’ll discover that off-roading is as much about connection and camaraderie as it is about conquering dunes. Congratulations, Davie, on this incredible milestone! The entire Carnity family celebrates your achievement and looks forward to many more epic adventures with you at the helm.

@ChrisW @Luke K P @Aser @Nizar Shawwa @Cesar Chacon @Andrew John Melvill @Stumpy @Alexander Alcala @RiadJL @Hugo @Wissam @Enrique @Mark B @Gary F @Benjamin @Imran Asghar @JohanE @Bravoecho @Rajiv Sam @Tharun Kumar V @Krishna R @Ahmed Farouk @Zak_ @Bashar Beasha @Mahmoud Taha @Matt - monkeywrench @Jon L @Imteeaz @Davie Chase @JeromeFJ @Gaurav Soni @Asif Hussain @Looper @Albertorres @Zed Congratulations to Team Desert Flyers on winning the Desert Champions Trophy 2024. Your experience, skills, teamwork, and hard work resulted in a sweet victory in the most difficult off-road challenge in the UAE. Event Images: https://carnity.com/gallery/category/2151-desert-champions-trophy-9-nov-2024/ @davie c smooth operator @Benje_Junior @Mark B @Gary F & @ChrisW enjoy the Trophy Icon as a mark of honor in your profile for full year.