Desert Dweller

I did it again just to tease you haha!

Thank you for explaining further! Done now. I didn’t see the explanation below the link, only read the top one.

Well done @Chaitanya D!! A dedicated off-roader, driving every weekend since the day you started! That hard work (and early ride) has certainly paid off 🥳

Congratulations @Kalahari!!! Soon you’ll be planning and leading 🥳

7 hours ago, Srikumar said:

especially if the debriefing point is Barracuda

Actually, the cheapest place is Al Hamra Cellar, in Alhamra Village. At least 30% cheaper than the 3 providers in RAK area.

1 minute ago, Ale Vallecchi said:

@Desert Dweller will do!! Good to catch up with you. 

Certainly! And as we come as an indivisible pack, @Foxtrot Oscar will be there too 😁

5 hours ago, Ale Vallecchi said:

Guys you already outguessed me!! 

I wanted to ask if someone wanted to meet at Barracuda's Thunder Road Grill for lunch before going to the deflation point. They accept max 4 people per table, so if you feel like and confirm who's coming for lunch, I can book the tables. We can meet there at 1:30 PM (service is a little slow but the food is good).

Please confirm who feels like it. 

PS - In case you want to shop for booze, make sure you can secure it safely in the car during the drive. 

 

@Kalahari this time we're going the other way 🤓. But will keep it in mind. 

Me me me!!! Add me to the lunch meetup please 😋

Hi Richard,

I'll make someone else from the wait-list happy, as unfortunately I have to sign out from the drive to attend the recovery training that will happen simultaneously. I was looking forward to driving with you but I'm sure there will be other opportunities in the near future!

Have fun!

I'm so happy for you @Ale Vallecchi! Not surprised though but still, it is quite an achievement given the time you have been with the club and the months of lockdown. It is really nice to see you every week posting drives and being very active, meticulous, and helpful to everyone. People like you and the rest of marshals and crew involved make our weekends a lot more interesting here in the sandpit. Chapeau for that!

It was nice to be back and see some familiar faces and new ones too!

Special thanks to Gaurav and Richard for their efforts. The drive was very enjoyable with some learning opportunities for everyone.

Hi Gaurav, 

It is going to be me driving, not Angela. Hope that's ok.

See you later!

+1 😅

बधाई हो

If this above doesn't mean congratulations, then sorry 😄
Well deserved new rank @Srikumar! Your methodical but yet calm and relaxed nature greatly influences your amazing driving and leading style. Your enthusiasm is contagious and it has always been a pleasure driving with you and learning from you.

Sorry, the car is at the mechanic’s so I won’t be able to make it tomorrow 😔

Have fun and see you next week, inshala!

Congrats @Tbone! More Xterras in intermediate level 😁

Congratulations @Kalahari! Well deserved new rank 🙌

Felicidades my friend!!! Well deserved new rank! Lovely to see you progress at this amazing rhythm, yet I'm not surprised at all, your already great driving skills are only getting better 🤩

Congratulations @Ale Vallecchi!!! I am not surprised to see you getting promoted. I absolutely enjoy all your drives either as a senior member, or, as was the case lately, as Lead. Perfect combination of skills, challenge and fun. Looking forward to driving more with you buddy!

Thank you everyone. Bu t honestly the kudos belongs to @Shamil and @Srikumar for planning and leading a fantastic drive. I was pleased to get another recovery under my belt and got to use the rope.

Everyone did exceptionally well, and the play area we were led to was brilliant fun. The summer sands are unforgiving, and we had another learning moment re the importance of deflating for the hot sand.

I relished rounding up the remainder of the convoy and to lead them to the safety of the team who was helping change a damaged tyre. Thank you for the trust and opportunity.

P.S. : The videos are in the gallery 😉

44 minutes ago, Chaitanya D said:

Congratulations and Best wishes @Shamil...was just wondering we have quite a few xterra in this drive

1. @Shamil

2. @Kalahari

3. @Desert Dweller

4. Mine - finally ready for the drive and I am eager to see how it fares

Anyone else is driving xterra in this drive? sorry for missing out .

That’s true! Good observation. Emmanuel won’t be there so we’re missing Jawaher. I believe @Tbonealso got himself an Xterra, but I don’t know if he’s joining this drive.

Congratulations @Wrangeld! I'm sure we'll see you become Marshal very soon! You already have the spirit and skills to lead, always there to guide, help and assist.

Congratulations @Matti Brockman! You showed great skills in the last drive where I had the opportunity to witness your driving style. It was obvious that you were enjoying the experience and had absolutely no issues keeping up with the Leads. Nice to see drivers persist in spite of the weather and its impact on the sand.

Oh no! Another driver to compete with for Fewbie drives slots! 

Just kidding. Happy to see the community grow. Congratulations!

Proficiat @Mels Wolf!

well done @Brette! Amazing progress and undoubtedly well deserved new rank! 

Gefeliciteerd met je promotie @Jeepie! that's the extent of my Dutch 😅
 

Excellent suggestion! I’m sure @Foxtrot Oscar would also sign up for such workshop/course.