Ale Vallecchi

Leading in the desert is one of the most rewarding off-road experiences — blending raw adventure, strategic decision-making, and real-time teamwork in a dynamic and unforgiving environment. In the Leaders Lead – Third & Final Session, you’ll put everything you've learned into action. After mastering convoy management and GPS navigation, this final challenge pushes you to apply your leadership skills in one of the most technical and demanding desert terrains in the UAE. This advanced session is designed to test your capabilities across three critical areas: Mastering Technical Dunes: You'll be leading through intense, no-go-level terrain, where every crest, bowl, and drop demands precise control, route planning, and advanced sand reading skills. This module focuses on driving judgment and maintaining convoy rhythm through the harshest dune structures. Adaptive Leadership Based on Convoy Performance: Learn how to dynamically adjust the drive level in real-time — scaling up when the team is confident and scaling down to ensure safety when needed. This teaches you to interpret convoy synergy, driving skills, and situational readiness without compromising the drive’s flow. Managing Complex Recoveries: You'll face high-risk recovery simulations that test your ability to assess, lead, and execute under pressure. From stuck vehicles in side slopes to near rollovers, you'll learn how to orchestrate safe and efficient solutions using the right tools, communication, and leadership composure. Drive Details Level: Selective Advisors - @J-P L and @Frans M When: 9 October 2026, Friday - Third Session Meeting time: 3.00 PM, (Sharp, without any exceptions) Meeting Point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/ogE8dYKyQssyggrh7 Type of Car: Any proper 4x4 with front and back tow hooks and 8-10 inches of ground clearance. Approximate finish time: 6.30 PM

Leading in the desert is one of the most rewarding off-road experiences, combining adventure, strategic thinking, and real-time teamwork in a constantly changing environment. In the Leaders Lead – Second Session, you'll deepen your skills with a strong focus on navigation and route management — essential tools for confident and safe leadership. This session will guide you through three focused modules: Navigation Mastery: Understand how to use a GPS device, compass, and natural landmarks for reliable desert orientation. Convoy Leadership: Learn how to scale drive levels with achievable challenges, while keeping the convoy safe and engaged. Emergency Route Planning: Develop skills to plan effective recovery and exit routes for unexpected situations and backtracking. You can choose any device or app (Garmin, Gaia, Mytrail, etc.) and mark these basic points and you will be required to reach anyone or a few of them: Entry and Exit Mark long range playable dunes Mark pylon tracks Mark as many sabkha, flat track or easy exits in case of emergency Mark fencing or restricted area Mark technical dunes Level: Selected Advisors only - @J-P L and @Frans M When: 4 October 2026, Sunday - Second Session Meeting time: 7.30 AM, (Sharp, without any exceptions) Meeting Point: - https://maps.app.goo.gl/1Tmd4btir9nqcHCR8 Type of Car: Any proper 4x4 with front and back tow hooks and 8-10 inches of ground clearance. Approximate finish time: 11:30 AM

Leading in the desert is one of the most rewarding and satisfying experiences — blending adventure, strategic thinking, and teamwork in a dynamic off-road environment. You will be learning the basics of leading in the desert in three different sessions: Leaders Lead – First Session is a structured training session designed for selected Advisors to begin their leadership journey under expert supervision. This program offers a safe, supportive environment to build your leading skills with clarity and You will be guided through three focused learning modules in session 1: Advanced Sand Reading: Learn how to interpret terrain and anticipate challenges Lead Route Planning: Master the fundamentals of designing efficient and safe routes Exit Strategy Planning: Understand how to assess and execute safe exit routes under various conditions This marks the beginning of your journey to becoming a capable and trusted desert leader — where every decision you make influences the safety, flow, and success of the entire drive. Throughout the session, you’ll be equipped with proven techniques, guided by experienced mentors, and supported in every step. The structured environment ensures you can learn the art of leading with clarity, confidence, and complete peace of mind — free from pressure or uncertainty. Level: Selected Advisors only - @J-P L and @Frans M When: 02 October 2026, Friday - First Session Meeting time: 2.00 PM, (Sharp, without any exceptions) Meeting Point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/NvAAKixkFToCw2jg7 Decimal Coordinates: 24.921255, 55.521893 Type of Car: Any proper 4x4 with front and back tow hooks and 8-10 inches of ground clearance. Approximate finish time: 6:00 PM

Event details Before the summer ends, and the new cool season begins, let's take time to drive together and explore a very diverse area of Al Hayer and Sweihan: 70-plus Km through a mix of technical terrain, unique "chalk domes", the Ghaf Bowl, ending with some nice long-range dunes as we'll get closer to Sweihan's farms. A great opportunity to be together, celebrate the newly nominated Advisors (AKA The Three Musketeers), talk about our most recent experiences, off-roading or otherwise, and brainstorm about new ideas and aspirations for the upcoming off-roading season. Drive Details Level: Support Team Level and Above When: 27 September 2026, Sunday Meeting time: 2:30 PM (SHARP - Without any exceptions) - Latest departure at 3:00 PM Meeting Point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/mJyZJRkjz1AjwfoX6 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: 6:00 PM just off of Sweihan - Tea and coffee get together for those who can stay a little longer See you all soon!

Event details We request every member that 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 Etiquettes Emergency details for all off roaders Off Road Driving - Roles & Responsibilities Drive Details Level: Fewbie and above Meeting time: 03:30 pm (departure time) Meeting Point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/uQo3y1RB8LaJzoLx5 Action Plan: A technical drive on the tight, soft dunes from The Three Trees starting point to the base of the Solar Tower (AKA The Eye of Sauron). Going and getting back in two swift runs, navigating the clean crests and the few open corridors we'll find. We'll return to the Solar Park area as the sun starts to set on the horizon, taking some time to run the long-range dunes toward the pylon track. What to bring along: Loads of water, snacks (for yourself), smiles, face masks, rubber gloves, enthusiasm, and willingness to learn. Approximate finish time: 06:30 PM (at sunset) P.S. Only join if you have a compressor to inflate your tires after the drive. RECOMMENDED OFF-ROAD GEAR: Tire deflator & Tire pressure gauge Compressor (MANDATORY) Walkie-talkie radio (MANDATORY) Off-road flag (MANDATORY) Shovel, Tow Rope & 2 Shackles First-aid kit Fire extinguisher. LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE This drive is limited to 10 cars only. RSVP will close on Friday - 12 PM. 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 - Without any exceptions. Members without RSVP will be returned - 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.