Frederic

DRIVE PLAN As an endurance test, and to slowly give a taste of a more overlanding style of driving, we are organizing a full day of off-roading in the Abu-Dhabi desert. We will be starting nearby the Oman border along Dubai-Al Ain Road and proceed West as far a possible towards Abu Dhabi City, probably exiting somewhere along the E75. The terrain will be challenging and will be a mental test for all of us ! Recharge yourself and fully refuel your 4x4 if you like to join ! We request every member that joins this drive to go through the below information and strictly follow these guidelines, etiquettes and responsibilities. MUST READ AND COMPLY 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 & Above When: 26 November 2022, Saturday Meeting time: 7:00 AM - Sharp (Without any exceptions) Meeting Point: Dubai Al Ain Road, near Masakin: https://goo.gl/maps/WeCeWGENZpJMrRba8 Approximate finish time: 5:00 PM 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. Mandatory off-road gears: Tire deflator, tire pressure gauge, compressor, walkie-talkie radio, off-road flag, shovel, first-aid kit and fire extinguisher. LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE This drive is limited to 10 cars only. 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. RSVP ON BELOW CALENDAR

Wish i could join you @Asif Hussain.... I am sure the convoy will have a blast !

You can support by bringing some knakwurst perhaps Just kidding😁

Just my two cents, but i would not venture out to far onto any beach in any 4x4. The risks involved with the tide and getting stuck is just not worth it. Perhaps these areas are doable: https://goo.gl/maps/YgF2Nko8jeBns7Qz8 https://goo.gl/maps/ARiZZEs1VgcBNvFM9

Well.... where do we start ? - From the search and rescue mission and archeological excavations in trying to find a lost phone ? - From the two convoys that each went its on way but made it back out safely due to two fantastic leads ? - From the intense day of driving on the edge of our seats with big wide smiles ? While a couple of years back we only had a handful of crazy ones that would sacrifice an entire day to go goofing around in Abu Dhabi, we have now plenty drivers that sign up for this madness and carry a big smile while doing so. I am so immensely proud to see where the club has progressed to, and also curious to see where it will take us in the future. The dedication of our marshals and experts and their willingness to venture out and spread their wings is what makes them true trailblazers in my opinion. from @M.Seidam his drives the last couple of weeks, the pressure has been steadily brought up for our Intermediates and they were totally ready for this next level terrain and it showed ! I had @Gaurav and @Srikumar driving right in front of me. Two of my brothers who taught me nearly everything about offroading, and it was an immense joy to push old Kermit to the rev limiter every time to try to keep up with these legends. The guys behind me soaked up every little challenge with aplomb, from @Amr Aydin putting down exquisite lines, @ASAD. @Waqas Parvez @Vaibhav showcasing their massive experience that brought them to this level, all the while executing every challenge with a clear mind, which is THE MOST important thing when driving on this level and even more so in this terrain. @JeromeFJ was the one who kept an eagle eye over our convoy and we could not have gotten a better watchman to keep us all in check About the drive itself... well this was indeed the drive that allowed us to drive the snot out of our cars, but safely and under the guidance of the real masters at their game @Gaurav and @Srikumar I am not yet in the state of mind to recollect every bowl we flew through, and perhaps this is maybe for the best See you all in the sands very soon again ! (after a car wash perhaps)...

Fantastic initiative @Srikumar and hats off to @GauravSonifor his willingness to lead as well and to fill up two fantastic convoys with amazing drivers. No doubt it will be unforgettable day.

yup.... one day my friend.... one day.... https://goo.gl/maps/F75MPa4ECwXqxZCC7

You can set up permanent camp in Al Quoa. I heard its a nice and quiet area 🤣

nope, i have 80L in the tank and will try to squeeze it all out...

14:30 the next day perhaps....

Well done @Pascal !

Congrats @Brett Eicher !