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Posts posted by Chaitanya D
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Dear Friends
Martin M @Martin M ARS @ARS SUMEDH KRISHNA @SUMEDH KRISHNA WAGHMARE Kevin_ @Kevin_ Abdulla Alkhemeiri @Abdulla Alkhemeiri ahmad lootah @ahmad lootah SamBha @SamBha Simon D @Simon D Vijay Cowlagi @Vijay Cowlagi Dan S @Dan S Osama M @Osama M Abhilash Kottakkal @Abhilash Kottakkal Note the following
- Please be on time and bring all your passion for off-roading and a Full fuel tank as much as possible.
- Deflate your tires to 12 psi for all terrain tires and 15 psi if regular tires
- Please ensure your programable radio is on, fully charged and set to Channel 1 (446,006).
- Briefing will be done before we start moving
- Please ensure everything in the car is tied down and there are no moving objects
- Please check all car fluids, tow hooks, and ensure no hanging parts below the chassis.
- please ensure you come with a full tank (as much as possible) in addition to all mandatory gear for this drive level specially your ( EXCEPT FOR ABSOLUTE NEWBIE - who are driving for first time with Carnity)
1. tire deflator,
2. pressure gauge
3. compressor,
4. safety flag and
5. radio. (NO FLAG or RADIO = NO DRIVE)
Meeting point is as below at 6 am
https://goo.gl/maps/rdUPEgNryQW3uZnx7
Kindly line up one behind other without blocking the access to others and look for pedestrian's /kids walking across as you arrive.
1. Look for cross traffic from other off-roaders/convoys which is your responsibility . Will be announcing on radio
2. Keep safe distance, avoid fighting gravity at all times
Please note the listing for tomorrow
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21 hours ago, ahmad lootah said:
- Please share your vehicle details - Make, Model, Color, and Year. 2022 blue Ram
- Do you have any prior off-road experience? If yes, pls share details.Yes , good level of experience
- Confirm your vehicle has front and rear tow hooks/eyelets. Yes
- Advise if you don’t have a programable radio and safety flag. Yes i have both
- MUST WATCH: NEWBIE VIDEO BRIEFING Done
Welcome 👍, thank you for the update and see you tomorrow Ahmed lootah
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Hello @Abdulla Alkhemeiri
welcome to Carnity
First time with Carnity Off-road Club:
- Please share your vehicle details - Make, Model, Color, and Year.
- Do you have any prior off-road experience? If yes, pls share details.
- Confirm your vehicle has front and rear tow hooks/eyelets.
- Advise if you don’t have a programable radio and safety flag.
- MUST WATCH: NEWBIE VIDEO BRIEFING
as this is first drive with the club, please update these details
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Hello @SUMEDH KRISHNA WAGHMARE
Being an absolute Newbie to the club , Can you please also update on below
First time with Carnity Off-road Club:
- Please share your vehicle details - Make, Model, Color, and Year.
- Do you have any prior off-road experience? If yes, pls share details.
- Confirm your vehicle has front and rear tow hooks/eyelets.
- Advise if you don’t have a programable radio and safety flag.
- MUST WATCH: NEWBIE VIDEO BRIEFING
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We request every member who 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 Etiquette's
- Emergency details for all off-roaders
- Off Road Driving - Roles & Responsibilities
First time with Carnity Off-road Club:
- Please share your vehicle details - Make, Model, Color, and Year.
- Do you have any prior off-road experience? If yes, pls share details.
- Confirm your vehicle has front and rear tow hooks/eyelets.
- Advise if you don’t have a programable radio and safety flag.
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MUST WATCH: NEWBIE VIDEO BRIEFING
Drive Details
Level: Absolute Newbie / Newbie and above (all levels)
Meeting time: 6:00 AM (SHARP - Without any exceptions)
Meeting Point: https://goo.gl/maps/rdUPEgNryQW3uZnx7
If you approach the gate, it will open automatically.
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: 10:00 AM
P.S. Only join if you have a compressor to inflate your tires after the drive.
LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE
- This drive is limited to 12 cars only. RSVP will close on Saturday - 6 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 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.
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Repeated no-show members after RSVP will have their account suspended for a month.
PLEASE RSVP ON THE CALENDAR
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Dear Friends
Note the following
Location updated in the drive thread
- Please be on time and bring all your passion for off-roading and a Full fuel tank as much as possible.
- Deflate your tires to 12 psi for all terrain tires and 15 psi if regular tires
- Please ensure your programable radio is on, fully charged and set to Channel 1 (446,006).
- Briefing will be done before we start moving
- Please ensure everything in the car is tied down and there are no moving objects
- Please check all car fluids, tow hooks, and ensure no hanging parts below the chassis.
- please ensure you come with a full tank (as much as possible) in addition to all mandatory gear for this drive level specially your
1. tire deflator,
2. pressure gauge
3. compressor,
4. safety flag and
5. radio. (NO FLAG or RADIO = NO DRIVE)
For night drive
1. Use high beam and fog lamps - check you aren't glaring others
2. Follow the track taken by car in front exactly
3. If you miss track - Do not venture further on your own
Convoy list as below
1. Chaitanya
2. @Sreenath G
3. @Josh S
5. @Cristian
See you all in the evening
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16 hours ago, Josh S said:
@Chaitanya D - this would be my second drive, so are you saying I should not join? I did feel confident and comfortable on my first drive with @DP1011
(Have done recreational buggy and ATV too, but only once in the Wrangler)
You are welcome
1 minute ago, Sreenath G said:Hello Dr @Chaitanya D. Kindly update.
I will send location asap , work has been extremely busy.
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10 hours ago, taz911 said:
Hi @Chaitanya D,
Two questions:
1. I took one absolute newbie drive on last sunday, am I good to join this one?
2. As this will happen during night time, do we need any extra lights or the stock ones are good to go?
Hello @taz911
the feedback received internally from your first drive it would be better if you drive one or two more drives in day to be able to join the night drives . These advice are for your own safety and nothing else .
For night drives unless you are leading (hopefully in near future) , regular lights are enough till FEwbie level.
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We request every member who 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 Etiquette's
- Emergency details for all off-roaders
- Off Road Driving - Roles & Responsibilities
First time with Carnity Off-road Club:
- Please share your vehicle details - Make, Model, Color, and Year.
- Do you have any prior off-road experience? If yes, pls share details.
- Confirm your vehicle has front and rear tow hooks/eyelets.
- Advise if you don’t have a programable radio and safety flag.
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MUST WATCH: NEWBIE VIDEO BRIEFING
Drive Details
Level: Newbie and above (all levels) Absolute Newbie Not allowed
28 Sep 2023 Thursday
Meeting time: 5.30 PM (SHARP - Without any exceptions)
Meeting Point:
Lisaili Camel Track
https://goo.gl/maps/13uogPro16rHtFis5
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: 9.30 pm
P.S. Only join if you have a compressor to inflate your tires after the drive.
LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE
- This drive is limited to 12 cars only. RSVP will close on Wednesday - 6 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 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.
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Repeated no-show members after RSVP will have their account suspended for a month.
PLEASE RSVP ON THE CALENDAR
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On 9/3/2023 at 1:30 PM, Amal Sunil said:
Hi Chaitanya
I just registered in the portal and would like to join the next newbie ride. Could you help me to confirm what’s the gear I should take ? And when is the. Next ride ? I drive a stock Fortuner 2018.
Hi @Amal Sunil. Mandatory gears required are - shovel, radio , deflator, compressor and a Offroad pole with flag. Details where you can get them and which one is mentioned in above post by @Simon D.
drives are announced every Monday morning around 10 am and go live for rsvp at 7 pm.make sure you are in the Carnity drive notification whatsapp group, if not give me your number and I will ask @Gaurav to add you
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Excellent and congratulations @essam ibrahim. Kudos to your enthusiasm and enjoy the new level
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17 hours ago, AnasArif said:
First Night Desert drive
I was kind of skeptical at the start as it was my 3rd drive in the desert and that too at night, but excited at the same time. As a newbie, I knew that I would have few refusals but @Chaitanya D and @Simon D because of your guidance and experience every obstacle was crossed easily. @Waqar Sarwarthank you for being such a great second lead there were places where I was totally dependent on your tracks. It was great meeting @Arravind and @Xavi Moyano again.
Thanks to the whole team
Thanks to the core team for motivating us.😊
Got to learn a few new things in this drive like how to repair a partial pop-out tire, how to dig in the right way, and how to pull a car if it's stuck.
You did very well @AnasArif. You never stop learning on sands and that’s what brings me back every time.
Enjoy the drives 😊16 hours ago, Simon D said:Thanks @Chaitanya Dfor leading us through the night . the weather was still hot and high humidity could be felt but somewhere mid the drive we could feel some nice breeze.
It was a pleasure driving with such a wonderful convoy . Thanks
@Waqar Sarwar @AnasArif @Arravind@Srilakshman Karthikeyan @Haneef Thayyil @Xavi Moyano For making the drive possible and I hope you enjoyed to see how we fix a pop out ( well in my case it was a partial pop out)😂
Looking forward to see you all soon in the sad
Cheers
Great to have you @Simon D.
Glad and great to see how you have gelled to be a experienced member embarking on further steps .very clear - polite - correct instructions to the friends on this drive.
not to forget the jovial chats and the amazing DIY jobs you have done on your car. It would be great if you could write it up - especially for those who want a “PAJeep” without costing a bomb. ( Pajero converted to a Jeep)😅- 1
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1 hour ago, Yahir Marban said:
Hi Chatainya, I would like to go but I don’t have experience in a night off road .
any chance I can go as a passenger ?
Hi Yahir
if you have finished your absolute Newbie and have the necessary off road gears - flag, shovel, deflator, compressor and a radio you are welcome to join.
do let me know -
Dear Friends
Waqar Sarwar @Waqar Sarwar AnasArif @AnasArif Arravind @Arravind Srilakshman Karthikeyan @Srilakshman Karthikeyan Haneef Thayyil @Haneef Thayyil Xavi Moyano @Xavi Moyano Simon D @Simon D Note the following
- Please be on time and bring all your passion for off-roading and a Full fuel tank as much as possible.
- Deflate your tires to 12 psi for all terrain tires and 15 psi if regular tires
- Please ensure your programable radio is on, fully charged and set to Channel 1 (446,006).
- Briefing will be done before we start moving
- Please ensure everything in the car is tied down and there are no moving objects
- Please check all car fluids, tow hooks, and ensure no hanging parts below the chassis.
- please ensure you come with a full tank (as much as possible) in addition to all mandatory gear for this drive level specially your
1. tire deflator,
2. pressure gauge
3. compressor,
4. safety flag and
5. radio. (NO FLAG or RADIO = NO DRIVE)
Meeting Point: https://goo.gl/maps/NjBkdRiyDXGMhMHR9
7 PM
For night drive
1. Use high beam and fog lamps - check you aren't glaring others
2. Follow the track taken by car in front exactly
3. If you miss track - Do not venture further on your own
Convoy list as below
See you all tonight ☺️
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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.
Thursday is fullmoon (Sturgeon Supermoon) and expect a "almost" full moon on Friday night - perfect for a relaxing night drive
MUST READ AND COMPLY
- 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
Drive DetailsLevel: Newbie and above (ABSOLUTE NEWBIE NOT ALLOWED)
Meeting time: 7:00 PM (SHARP - Without any exceptions) 1 Sep 2023 FRIDAY
Meeting Point: https://goo.gl/maps/NjBkdRiyDXGMhMHR9
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: 11:00 PM
P.S. Only join if you have a compressor to inflate your tires after the drive.
LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE:
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Limited to 12 cars maximum. RSVP will close on Wednesday - 5 PM.
- If the RSVP is full and you wish to join, please mention your name on the drive thread to add on the waiting list
- Latecomers will be returned back - without ANY EXCEPTIONS.
- Members without RSVP will be returned back - without ANY EXCEPTIONS.
- Members that do not confirm the terms of the COVID requirements will be removed from the RSVP list.
- Please withdraw your RSVP, if you aren't joining, so your spot can be taken by others.
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Repeated no-show members after RSVP will have their account suspended for a month.
PLEASE RSVP ON THE CALENDAR
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On 8/23/2023 at 11:01 AM, Sreenath G said:
Thank you @Krishna R. Yes I checked the 4H and 4L all available. It is SE 4x4 model. I'm wondering how to check the SMOD while inspection of the vehicle. Can through light on that... Pls
see and read the link below
https://www.thenewx.org/threads/smod-hit-list-year-mileage-user-and-outcome.62655/page-19
2009 onwards SMOD is unheard of, but better to be safe with checks.
American specs - please check thoroughly that their 4WD and diff lock if available is working properly.
You will have many X up for sale with GCC specs , just keep a close watch with some patience.
many have Abused but well kept their Xterra well in this part of the world ☺️, so good luck
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Congratulations @Theo09. Enjoy the new level and stay safe
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11 hours ago, DTG said:
Back in 2021, I did a sand drive in a desert once, not with Carnity though.
And that was just a really basic desert drive which didn't include uphill, downhill, etc. Just driving on sand tbh
Thanks
I would advise you to join a day drive for newbie . Night drives would be comfortable once you get aquatinted, 2nd drive onwards .
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1 hour ago, DTG said:
Hi.
Recently joined the Carnity Club. Looking forward for some really good off road experience.
Quick qn.
I only have a very basic experience in off road driving and running thorough the chats actually made me feel whether I am allowed to go for tomorrow's night drive for newbies.Dear @DTG this drive is not for absolute newbies / first timers with the club.
can you elaborate more on your experience in off roading. Thanks
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4 hours ago, DP1011 said:
Hi Doc @Chaitanya D Apologies, I need to drop.
Just dropped car for normal service and they need to replace hyrdaulic engine mount, covered under warranty and the part was ordered in Jan😅, as I get my car back on Satday Noon. Will certainly miss this twilight fun...
No issue , hope your car is fixed up well for the next one
1 hour ago, Saverio Arena said:Hello, unfortunately I cannot joint you since last minute issue. Hopefully will join you next week.
Sorry again.
Enjoying the night drive!
Sorry to know, please remove your rsvp
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Dear Friends
- Theo09 @Theo09
- Sunil Mathew @Sunil Mathew
- Rajesh NG @Rajesh NG
- essam ibrahim @essam ibrahim
- Klaus Pedersen @Klaus Pedersen
- Thomas Collins Jayakumar @Thomas Collins Jayakumar
- Murtaza Bhuria @Murtaza Bhuria
- babaski @babaski
- Arun Menon @Arun Menon
- Krishna R @Krishna R
- Pacific @Pacific
Note the following
- Please be on time and bring all your passion for off-roading and a Full fuel tank as much as possible.
- Deflate your tires to 12 psi for all terrain tires and 15 psi if regular tires
- Please ensure your programable radio is on, fully charged and set to Channel 1 (446,006).
- Briefing will be done before we start moving
- Please ensure everything in the car is tied down and there are no moving objects
- Please check all car fluids, tow hooks, and ensure no hanging parts below the chassis.
- please ensure you come with a full tank (as much as possible) in addition to all mandatory gear for this drive level specially your
1. tire deflator,
2. pressure gauge
3. compressor,
4. safety flag and
5. radio. (NO FLAG or RADIO = NO DRIVE)
Meeting point is as below at 6 pm
https://goo.gl/maps/UPzSd1VJvSnYYraXA
Right off Dubai-Al Ain Road and near Murquab Mosque
Listing as below
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Dear friends
- Theo09 @Theo09
- Sunil Mathew @Sunil Mathew
- Rajesh NG @Rajesh NG
- essam ibrahim @essam ibrahim
- Klaus Pedersen @Klaus Pedersen
- Thomas Collins Jayakumar @Thomas Collins Jayakumar
- Saverio Arena @Saverio Arena
- Murtaza Bhuria @Murtaza Bhuria
- Jeetu Sharma @Jeetu Sharma
- babaski @babaski
- Arun Menon @Arun Menon
- Krishna R @Krishna R
Look forwards to see you all tomorrow, for those who are joining first time please go through the briefing video below
Mandatory gears required for this drive are
1. Shovel
2. Radio - Programmed and charged
3. Off road flag and pole
4. Compressor
5. Deflator
No Gears = No Drive
Front and Rear tow hooks should be present
More information in below link
Convoy list will follow soon
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Hi @CasperPL, i can see in your profile that you have a 2006 pathfinder which by itself is a great car ( I believe with the same 4.0 V6, not sure if there is a diff lock option). Just the diff lock is not a deal breaker if you are thinking so - as long as you are driving with a group.
I suppose you can prep your present car itself which can easily meet your needs for off roading. Unless there is something major which might be super expensive. Members here have driven on all levels with this car
As a Xterra owner myself - two of them - it is a great car which will never fail you and over time you learn how to play around to at least get out of desert in any issue, but getting proper parts - especially OEM/genuine is a bit of wait /pain at times. This might be an issue with all other older model cars. Another advantage with the xterra is there is a amazing support group of xterra owners available here with tons of advise.
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31 minutes ago, Arun Menon said:
Hi @Chaitanya D
The off-roading experiences I've had, have been club drives with Marshals providing convoyed sweeps and lead. Embarrassed to say I've yet to actually go camping or barbeque rides
I've done 5 rides with the new vehicle and have a comfortable feel of the rig. But looking to get more experience in general.
Will look forward to daytime ridesThank you for your reply
See you on Friday evening
Go through the drive thread properly and note the mandatory gears required to join this drive being - shovel, off road flag &pole, compressor, deflator and a Radio ( programming details mentioned in the thread)
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Morning Newbie Desert Drive - Sweihan - Abu Dhabi - 22 Oct 2023
in Offroad Drives
Posted
Dear Friends
Thank you for joining this drive, @Simon D amazing support as usual
Well done @Martin M and @Abhilash Kottakkal in your roles.
For first timers Please ensure you have the mandatory gears by the time you join next drive, more details below
Program your radios as below
Drives are announced on Mondays around 10 am and they go live for RSVP at 7 PM
Make sure you are on time to click going
Good luck with your off road journey in the Club