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Congratulations @Khalid Sharaf for reaching 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, and you have your required offroad gears as per your level. 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 @jamil abdollah for reaching 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, and you have your required offroad gears as per your level. 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

Position Name Car Rank Drives 1 Frederic 1999 Trooper Kermit - 2018 Jeep Bandolero Crew 333 2 Andrew John Melvill 2020, Mitsubishi Pajero, 4 door, 3.8, white Advisor 126 3 jamil abdollah Renger Raptor Newbie 1 4 Maneesh M Denza B5 Newbie 1 5 Khalid Sharaf 2023 ford F150 Raptor R Newbie 2 6 Imran Asghar Jeff the FJ & Jambo the Ram Advisor 100 7 Asif Ahamed 2025 Ford Ranger Raptor Fewbie 4 8 Enrico - Mountain 2025 Ford Ranger Wildtrak - Blue Wildebeest Fewbie 8 9 Rasna 2022 Jeep Wrangler-4door-Grey Newbie 8 10 J-P L 2021 Suzuki Jimny 3 Door Grey Support Team 144 11 Sandeep Padhi Jeep Wrangler, JLU 2020 Fewbie 16 12 JC_E 2024 Toyota LC Prado 250 - White Fewbie Plus 62 13 Ishak Pajero - LWB - Black/White Expert 139 14 Looper 2019 Jeep Wrangler Sport - 2 Door - Yellow Expert 307 Good morning all! @Andrew John Melvill@jamil abdollah@Maneesh M@Khalid Sharaf@Imran Asghar@Asif Ahamed@Enrico - Mountain@Rasna@J-P L@Sandeep Padhi@JC_E@Ishak@Looper This will be a classic Pink Rock drive, getting us through the nice rolling dunes, with some nice challenges along the way. If all goes well we will be exiting at Big Red. Some pointers for tomorrow: - Please try to arrive by 5.45AM so you have time to deflate and set up your flag. - We will be using Channel 10 on our radio: 446.231 Mhz. - If you have Highway Terrain Tires, you can deflate to 14psi. With AT (All Terrain) tires you can go a bit lower to 12psi without issues. Keep an eye on the tire pressure throughout the drive as it will creep up due to the hot weather. See you all in the morning!

Hi @Khalid Sharaf yes absolutely. We will close the convoy list tomorrow

Hey @Andrew John Melvill I think we all went through the same confusion at one time. There are so many options. The good thing is you can do this project incrementally. There is a difference between leading a Fewbie Plus at night versus joining/supporting a night drive, or just navigate at night to go camping. Which type of lights? You will generally see two types of lights: Spot and Flood. A spotlight focuses straight up ahead with a narrow beam, which is good for long visibility up ahead, but unfortunately these are narrow. A flood light achieves a more broad/wider view which is great for desert driving and navigation at lower speeds. The good thing is that many light bars are "combo" so they consist of a spot and flood light section inside. My personal preference is flood lights, as i don't need to see 500m up ahead but rather a wide view of what's happening around me (dune shapes and formations, vegetation, animals, etc..) Mounting and location Mounting on the front bumper is an easy option, but if you find yourself regularly in a ditch somewhere they might get damaged. Be careful not to block the front grille too much as this might affect your cooling. Side-shooters are great as flood lights. You can aim them exactly to get a nice lateral view. I would recommend the following: * Phase one: get some good quality bonnet mounted ditch lights only (auxbeam is indeed great, agree with Luke). Hella, Capra are also good. * Phase two: get a Led bar in the front or a double round spot light setup. * Phase three: lights in the rear. Requires a bit longer wiring which can be a bit of a hassle. Nice to have but not critical. Colours You will find white or yellow ones. White is generally brighter but Yellow is much better for dusty/sandy driving conditions. Installation If you have the time, definitely do it yourself. If you purchase for example the Auxbeam switch panel, it really is not that difficult: Example: Auxbeam 6 Gang Switch Panel BC60 Universal Circuit Control Relay System Automatic Dimmable LED Switch Pod Touch Control Panel Switch Relay Box for Car Truck Pickup Boat UTV SUV-Blue, 2 Year Warranty : Amazon.ae: Automotive This panel can also be used to control your auxiliary cooling fan If you only plan to install side shooters, this would suffice: Nilight - Ni -Wa 06 Led Light Bar Wiring Harness Kit - 2 Leads 12V On Off Switch Power Relay Blade Fuse For Off Road Lights Led Work Light, 2 Years Warranty: Buy Online at Best Price in UAE - Amazon.ae Just make sure to select the wiring harness that can carry enough amps. 16 or 14AWG could be suitable for ditch lights but not for powerful models. Feel free to share some ideas and amazon links before buying so we can help to double check.

Congratulations @Chema for being our member in the spotlight this week! Not only do you drive a unique 4x4, your skillset really bring out the best of it! See you soon in the sand and share a photo of your 212!

Good morning @Maneesh M! A friend of mine drives a Leopard, he recommended joining the following Whatsapp Group: https://chat.whatsapp.com/BAry0kuwvqG1j1j95CZ7cq?s=cl&p=i&ilr=4&amv=1 It seems on the Denza B5 you can choose to run the car in EV or PHEV mode. I think in Sports Mode it will constantly use both the electric motors and petrol engine, which is most likely not needed for beginner level drives in the desert. If you have a full battery charge it might be better to put the car in EV mode and only use the electric mode. There is indeed a lot to learn in this car. Perhaps this Whatsapp group can help.

Great to hear your stories @Zubail! I agree that the sea coast is a sight to see. I have some interesting waypoints for Saudi Arabia but haven’t tried them.

Splendid drive today @Andrew John Melvill! A fantastic mix of warm-up with some detailed briefings on how to use your momentum, followed by some good practicing in the various bowls and larger dunes. Everyone drove great today, no ropes or shovels used, and the refusals we had were dealt with easily thanks to the great support on the drive. See you all soon in the sand!

DRIVE DESCRIPTION As long as off-roading has been a famous hobby in the UAE, people have been flocking to the nice dunes of the Pink Rock area. The main reason, apart from its scenic views, is the ability to scale the level easily. This drive is suited for beginners as we will gradually take you through some rolling dunes and steep climbs. A great morning out with your second family! MUST READ AND COMPLY BEFORE JOINING 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 JOINING OUR OFFROAD CLUB? Before joining your first drive, please introduce yourselves on the drive topic with: Vehicle make, model, year and colour Previous off-road experience (if any) Confirmation that your vehicle has front and rear recovery points (tow hooks/eyelets) Confirmation that you have: Programmable two-way radio Safety flag Tyre pressure gauge Tyre deflator Air compressor 🎥 Mandatory: Watch the Newbie Video Briefing before attending your first drive DRIVE DETAILS Level: Newbie and above (all levels) Meeting time: 06AM Meeting Point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/bg4449gmbi9bkqtL8 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: 9:30-10AM 🚗 LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE: This drive is limited to 12 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 prepare a convoy list. ⚠️ IMPORTANT RSVP RULES Members without an RSVP will not be allowed to join. Late arrivals will not be allowed to join. If you cannot attend, please cancel your RSVP as early as possible. Repeated no-shows after confirming attendance may result in a one-month suspension from club drives. 📅 READY TO JOIN US? Please RSVP using the calendar below and clicking on "GOING".

Congratulations @Chema for reaching 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 212 for the win 🏆

Congratulations @Asif Ahamed 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 @Shane Phillipsfor 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