Chaitanya D

13 hours ago, Patrick van der Loo said:

Hello @Chaitanya D
My plans changed so am able to join your ride tomorrow. Am looking forward to it!
I understand (and have paid the fuel bills) my Prado has a 150-litre fuel capacity, comprising two tanks (an 87-litre main and a 63-litre auxiliary). That should be sufficient right?
Cheers,
Patrick

You should have 100L fuel at the starting point . So you should be good

5 hours ago, Mawy said:

Hey guys, so my fiancée and I are joining and camping tonight, will there be group camping? We can get cards, Uno and monopoly!

You are welcome as everyone, drive safe . Make sure you have gone through the drive thread thoroughly and follow the advises given as you signed up late 

3 hours ago, Mathew Abraham said:

@SrikumarI am a newbie and will be joining the drive on 3rd December , just wanted to reconfirm if we are supposed to bring our own UHF radio ?

This drive is for newbies who have at least complete the absolute newbie drive. Thanks for understanding 

Convoy List

• Vishal Nair @Vishal Nair
• Dinesh Kumar A @Dinesh Kumar A
• kiranshinde @kiranshinde
• Muhammad Qasim @Muhammad Qasim
• Rob Soughton @Rob Soughton
• Julian Patterson @Julian Patterson
• Joseph Raju  @Joseph Raju

• Rizwanm2 @Rizwanm2
• Gaurav  @Gaurav
•  

We will use Radio Chanel 1 for communications

All members will be checked for the required items mentioned in the drive thread

Considering there are no close exits, we presume you all are coming well prepared as advised

once you are the the starting point , as soon as you enter the automatic gate it is better if you deflate and proceed further as in some areas the track is soft. 

then drive along the direction on google maps to arrive at the starting point

my number in case needed is 0529970964

Cheers!

On 11/28/2021 at 6:39 AM, Chaitanya D said:

@Salman Farooq is this is your first drive with Carnity??

I see you don’t have any drives mentioned in your profile which means you have to join a absolute newbie drive first - mandatory in Carnity off road club.

Important check list for all members signed up on this drive 

please read thoroughly and acknowledge by clicking totally agree 

 

• Vishal Nair @Vishal Nair
• Sudhanva Sonawane @Sudhanva Sonawane
• Dinesh Kumar A @Dinesh Kumar A
• khurram.k @khurram.k
• kiranshinde @kiranshinde
• Muhammad Qasim @Muhammad Qasim
• Rob Soughton @Rob Soughton
• Manish Kashyap @Manish Kashyap
• Julian Patterson @Julian Patterson
• Adnan Halepota @Adnan Halepota

 

1. Please ensure that you are there at the meeting point on 7:30 AM sharp. Late comers would be sent back. 
2. Firstly, get lots and lots of rest the previous day. The more the better as Liwa will not only challenge your vehicle but your mind as well. We would need your complete focus and fatigue due to less rest is the last thing that is needed on such a terrain. For those who prefer camping the previous night, you can do so at the starting point as its a nice spaced out area. Bring some firewood incase if you wish to have a bonfire to keep you warm. Cleaning up after the bonfire is mandatory.
3. Ensure that your 4x4 is well serviced recently and all the lubes and fluids are topped up.
4. 20 Liter / 40 litre fuel jerry can is needed depending on your vehicle. If you have any doubts, please post your query on the drive post and we will assist.
5. A full fuel tank at the meeting point.
6. Spare tyre should be in good working condition. If not been used recently, ensure that you take it out and check the condition properly. Also ensure that you have the wrench that can be used to remove your tyre (if needed). In the past we have seen that people upgrade their tyres but still keep the the original wrench which is of no use to remove the upgraded tyre. So please ensure that your car has the right tool to remove the tyres (if needed).
7. Air compressor, proper shovel, flag, fire extinguisher, first aid kit,
8. Fully charged radio (tuned to all Carnity Frequencies) with spare battery / radio. If you have a car charger for your radio, please bring it along.
9. Please ensure that you know how to switch off traction control (turning off Air bags is not mandatory for this drive). If it requires pulling the fuse, please research before the drive or better still, post your queries on this drive post and we would assist.
10. Car charger / battery pack for your mobile.
11. Plenty of water, approx 5 litre per person per day.
12. Bring along your breakfast, lunch, snacks, etc in easy to eat packing. We shall be having breaks in between the drive.
13. Dry food, energy bar, cookies, nuts, crisp to munch while driving
14. Bring garbage bags along to carry your trash. Littering in the desert is strictly prohibited.

•  
• kiranshinde  @kiranshinde
• Joseph Raju @Joseph Raju
• Rob Soughton @Rob Soughton
• Manish Kashyap @Manish Kashyap
• Julian Patterson @Julian Patterson
• Adnan Halepota @Adnan Halepota

Please read the above post and agree.  Make sure all points are taken care of 

Vow @Hisham Masaad absolutely wonderful, totally deserving. Congratulations 🎉 

21 hours ago, Mario Cornejo said:

The medical kits sold in pharmacies seem complete, but I am curious if there are comments about what we usually find in them and what items could be added.  Perhaps, could we get suggestions from those members who practice medicine, Drs.  @Chaitanya D and @M.Seidam, or anyone else working in the healthcare sector directly or as supplier?

Nothing beats prevention, safety and awareness of your surroundings, but accidents may happen: while driving, recovering a car, even whilst sitting around a bonfire, it is with these scenarios in mind that kept me wondering whether the items in a basic first aid kit are enough.

Furthermore, fact is that is not just about having the "tools" but knowing how to use them, does anyone know of first aid trainings available in UAE?

Thanks in advance!

Thanks @Mario Cornejo for bringing up this topic .Generally for cuts and injuries , most kits have the materials needed 

i woukd definitely advise to keep few tablets of antacids - nexium or pantop and anti motion sickness (Dramamine) meds. Along with some glucose or sugar especially if you are diabetic.

Having said that paramedics (especially with the ambulance) generally have much better knowledge than me as I am a practicing surgeon (exclusive for hand and microsurgery) who sees patients well after they have been stabilized. 

1 hour ago, khurram.k said:

Hi@Chaitanya D , Do you to some office work , ill not be able to join this drive.

Hope to drive with you soon in future, tks

 

Ok will miss you 

remove your rsvp 

5 hours ago, Sudhanva Sonawane said:

Hi @Chaitanya D

i am planning to bring my wife and my 3 year old son, among for this drive. My son will be well strapped in a baby chair appropriately as always. Also I will be carrying all his supplies along with ours. Hope it’s should meet the needs and kids are allowed on this drive. He has already been on a BBQ drive and had enjoyed. Just let me know if any concerns. 

Hi dear @Sudhanva Sonawanecoming with small kids for a full day drive in Liwa is not allowed . Terrain is vast and challenging with no close exits just in case 

3 hours ago, Vishal Nair said:

@Chaitanya D 1 X20L can should be enough for 3.8/V6 Pajero right? please let me know if i need more. I also plan to be there overnight.  

Please calculate as per your current fuel tank. What is advised is to have a combined fuel of 100 L when you arrive at start point. 
ALL THIS IS MENTIONED CLEARLY IN THE DRIVE POST 

49 minutes ago, Muhammad Qasim said:

I can't find totally agree option on website but I am totally agreed and all set. 

Thanks 

U need to click on the emoticons to get your options and click totally agree 

13 minutes ago, kiranshinde said:

Hi I am having V6. Seems its enough i need to fill tank at last gas station. Thnx.  

Please click totally agree after reading the whole post , Tnx 

Just now, kiranshinde said:

Hi Chaitanya, thanks for info. My patrol's tank capacity is 115 ltrs. Is it require to have jerry can?

Please calculate accordingly as patrols consume more fuel  especially the V8 monster 

about 150 km of off roading  ( approx with the waiting times depending on convoy response ).

@Salman Farooq is this is your first drive with Carnity??

I see you don’t have any drives mentioned in your profile which means you have to join a absolute newbie drive first - mandatory in Carnity off road club.

Important check list for all members signed up on this drive 

please read thoroughly and acknowledge by clicking totally agree 

• Vishal Nair @Vishal Nair
• Sudhanva Sonawane @Sudhanva Sonawane
• Dinesh Kumar A @Dinesh Kumar A
• khurram.k @khurram.k
• kiranshinde @kiranshinde
• Muhammad Qasim @Muhammad Qasim
• Rob Soughton @Rob Soughton
• Manish Kashyap @Manish Kashyap
• Julian Patterson @Julian Patterson
• Adnan Halepota @Adnan Halepota

1. Please ensure that you are there at the meeting point on 7:30 AM sharp. Late comers would be sent back. 
2. Firstly, get lots and lots of rest the previous day. The more the better as Liwa will not only challenge your vehicle but your mind as well. We would need your complete focus and fatigue due to less rest is the last thing that is needed on such a terrain. For those who prefer camping the previous night, you can do so at the starting point as its a nice spaced out area. Bring some firewood incase if you wish to have a bonfire to keep you warm. Cleaning up after the bonfire is mandatory.
3. Ensure that your 4x4 is well serviced recently and all the lubes and fluids are topped up.
4. 20 Liter / 40 litre fuel jerry can is needed depending on your vehicle. If you have any doubts, please post your query on the drive post and we will assist.
5. A full fuel tank at the meeting point.
6. Spare tyre should be in good working condition. If not been used recently, ensure that you take it out and check the condition properly. Also ensure that you have the wrench that can be used to remove your tyre (if needed). In the past we have seen that people upgrade their tyres but still keep the the original wrench which is of no use to remove the upgraded tyre. So please ensure that your car has the right tool to remove the tyres (if needed).
7. Air compressor, proper shovel, flag, fire extinguisher, first aid kit,
8. Fully charged radio (tuned to all Carnity Frequencies) with spare battery / radio. If you have a car charger for your radio, please bring it along.
9. Please ensure that you know how to switch off traction control (turning off Air bags is not mandatory for this drive). If it requires pulling the fuse, please research before the drive or better still, post your queries on this drive post and we would assist.
10. Car charger / battery pack for your mobile.
11. Plenty of water, approx 5 litre per person per day.
12. Bring along your breakfast, lunch, snacks, etc in easy to eat packing. We shall be having breaks in between the drive.
13. Dry food, energy bar, cookies, nuts, crisp to munch while driving
14. Bring garbage bags along to carry your trash. Littering in the desert is strictly prohibited.

1 hour ago, Zed said:

First a photo to summarize our experience, then trip report below:

Obviously it's @Asif Hussainbhai who likes to climb these, but @Rizwanm2 also reached similar heights... these XTerra-ers are like cats when they see trees, itching to climb 😂 (btw WhatsApp me for the videos if you want since gallery doesn't accept videos anymore)

Trip Report:

We started off with a nice weather, you can even feel the sand under the feet are cold. Our dear Marshal Dr @Chaitanya D commanded that I should keep some distance, so I did... but then he ran off at 50km/h playing hide-and-seek: I could see his flag hidden behind the dunes and I keep seeking where in tracks did he go to 😅 That was a fun first-half, lots of high-paced criss-crossing and throttling-on-every-flats.

Second-half was very technical, the sand is so soft that when you park, the cars would slowly sink... some refusals and stucks, but nothing that took more than 15mins to recover.

At the end of the technical track, we were awarded with a nice play area as seen in the photo above. It's like seeing gold after shovelling dirt & sand (literally) 😁

I would like to thank our Lead Dr C who trusted me as 2nd Lead and dealt with my banters 😂 Our CF @Rizwanm2 who helped everyone who got refusals and stucks. Our Marshal Sweeper @Asif Hussain who ensured no one is left behind 👍🏻

Also fellow drivers whom I enjoyed chatting before interrupted by our strict time-keeper @Aisha S, Dubaians @munkybizness @Anoop Nair and Sweihan Boy @Josh T. , see you chaps in Liwa!

 

Love your report with admiration @Zed 💙. Great to have you for the enthusiasm, energy and laughter you bring on the drives .

Mean while I caught you doing a lot of shoveling 😜when I was stuck 

14 hours ago, Anoop Nair said:

3rd consecutive drive with the Dr and feels part of the team now

Yes we are 👍🏼, well driven even at the back . Good to have you buddy 

7 hours ago, Hasan Wahlan said:

@Chaitanya DSorry for the late notice but I can't make it to the drive today, my daughter is not feeling well. 

Wish you all a safe and adventurous drive.

 

 

Please remove your rsvp 

8 hours ago, Tareck said:

@Chaitanya D i will not be able to make it, sorry for the inconvenience, see u next time 

Please remove your rsvp

we missed you @Hasan Wahlan and @Tareck

What ever 

if you all could join for any level of drives, it would be great fun especially when we catch up overnight 👍🏼

1 hour ago, Frederic said:

there is no track. Trip lead navigates his way to reach the actual location.

Always with 3 cars when you venture on your own  , more experienced the better 👍🏼. 

Just now, Ruan van den Heever said:

If your navigational skills are good...you will be more than able to do it for a weekend.

@Ruan van den Heeveris talking like a Desert Champ now😜

Dear friends 

 @Zed, @Aisha S, @Tareck, @munkybizness, @Rizwanm2, @Josh T., @Hasan Wahlan, @Anoop Nair and @Asif Hussain

Please note convoy numbering for tomorrow

With @Asif Hussain and @Rizwanm2 supporting , and an excellent line up of experienced drivers with great cars we will have good fun

Please come with a fuel tank as full as possible

We will use channel 2 for Radio coms

See you tomorrow

59 minutes ago, topgear said:

My FJC come with 159 litres of fuel tank. Typically, I could drive 900km+ on mixed conditions of highway, traffic, idling and off-roading. 

Do I still need the Jerry can if come with a full tank from the last petrol station prior to the meeting point?

envy you 🤣

This drive is organized in full compliance with the COVID19 guidelines. We expect every member that joins this drive to go through below information and strictly follow these guidelines in order not to jeopardize someone's health, and to ensure we can keep organizing these drives safely.

MUST READ AND TOTALLY AGREE: 

• COVID19 Precautions
• Mandatory Safety Requirements
• Ban from Carnity Off-road Club
• Two Way Radio Guidelines

Drive Details

Level:  Newbie and above

When:  02 Dec 2021, Thursday

Meeting time: 7:30 AM (SHARP - Without any exceptions)

Starting Point: https://goo.gl/maps/bZ77eVtDJqDhGJBm7
You can come early and camp in same starting point if you like.

Last Fuel Station: https://goo.gl/maps/D6t1rXkuecZScyPZ9

NO 100 Liters of FUEL = NO DRIVE - Carry additional jerry cans accordingly

• SWB Cars = 2 Jerry can of extra fuel
• LWB Cars = 1 Jerry can of extra fuel
• 100+ liter fuel tank cars = No need for extra fuel.

Lunch Break: 1 Hour in between with couple of short breaks (if needed).

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, lunch, snacks, face mask, enthusiasm and willingness to learn.

Approximate finish time: 4:00 PM

End Point: https://goo.gl/maps/hcRAsNvzKXnFDTMm7

THIS IS A COMPRESSOR ONLY DRIVE.

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• Limited to 12 Newbies and above drivers. RSVP will close on 29 Nov, Monday - 9 AM.
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@Alphin Aloor congratulations, well done X mate

@Bernard Kalaani you are desert champ already, these promotions are just a cake walk😜.

Well done Congratulations

4 minutes ago, Wrangeld said:

better than a glory race to death

Desert Champ💙

41 minutes ago, Matt.T said:

foxes for winning despite trying to intimidate us at a waypoint clash 🤣!

yes ,was a death race to glory🤣

@Josh T. wonderful , congratulations . See you on friday in your new level😜

@Gertjan well done congratulations

@Michel Van Woudenberg congrats