Emanuel

Drive Report – Tawi Nizwa to Pink Rock to Big Red | My 100th Drive & A Special Day What a fantastic day out in the sands! Today’s Fewbie drive from the majestic dunes of Tawi Nizwa, through the iconic Pink Rock, and ending at the legendary Big Red turned out to be nothing short of a 5-star Carnity experience. Everyone drove exceptionally well — smooth, focused, and in great control. We had no recoveries, just a few refusals and second attempts, which were handled swiftly and safely. It was a pleasure to see the convoy moving with such rhythm and confidence. A huge thank you to my Second Lead, @vinayak n, for following my lines so precisely and making last-minute route adjustments. Your support and focus was appreciated. Thanks also to @Senthil Kumar in Centre Forward and @Andrew John Melvill in Sweep — your help with refusals and keeping the convoy tight and together was much appreciated. It’s always a team effort, and today was a perfect example of that. Most importantly, thank you all for being part of some truly special memories. Today marked not only my 100th Carnity drive, but also my wedding anniversary, and I was honored to have my wife join us for this milestone. Your warmth and friendliness towards her truly reflect the spirit of Carnity — where we drive hard, support each other, and celebrate together. We also shared some Tim Hortons Tim Bits after our briefing and during one of our breaks. Tim Hortons is Canadian and something I'm fond of from back home. Glad so share some sweets with all of you today to mark the occassion. Wishing everyone a great weekend ahead. Looking forward to seeing you all on the next adventure! @vinayak n and @Myrko – please share the links to the videos from today. I’m still trying to convince my wife to let me buy that 360 camera 😄 — Emanuel Here is our track and stats from todays drive. We had good fun didn't we!

Thanks a mil Herman. I'm so very happy you and Paula enjoyed the trip and that there are new souvenirs to remember todays trip by. We had fun didn't we.

The convoy will line up is as follows: in Second Lead @vinayak n TOYOTA FJ 2008 BLUE at #3 @Herman G 2019 Toyota FJ Cruiser - grey at #4 @khurramm Tahoe 2014 CF is @Senthil Kumar 2023, Jeep Wrangler 4 door- Black at #6 @Dipu Francis 2007 FJ cruiser -Maroon at #7 @Myrko Land Rover Defender 110 P400 - 2025 - Green at #8 @khlief Jeep wrangler 2 doors 2015 , white in Sweep @Andrew John Melvill 2020, Mitsubishi Pajero, 4 door, 3.8, white We will use Carnity Channel 4, which is 446.081. Get lots of rest and see you in the morning.

Good afternoon everyone! Hope you are excited for our drive tomorrow morning. Please let me know if your circumstances have changed and you cannot join the drive. I will be posting the convoy order in the next few hours.

Well done @Yurybel! Enjoy the faster pace and new learnings at FB+.

Well done @Faraz94! Enjoy the faster pace and new learnings on IM. See you soon.

Well done @Glenn W. Looking forward to seeing you again soon.

DRIVE DESCRIPTION Join us for a scenic Fewbie adventure starting from the majestic dunes of Tawi Nizwa, winding through the iconic Pink Rock, and culminating at the legendary Big Red. This route offers a balanced mix of technical challenges and flowing sand tracks, perfect for Fewbie drivers looking to sharpen their skills while enjoying stunning desert landscapes. We request that every member who joins this drive review the information below and strictly follow these guidelines, etiquette, and responsibilities. MUST READ AND COMPLY Offroad Flag Guideline Two Way Radio Guideline Off road Driving Etiquette's Emergency details for all off-roaders Off Road Driving - Roles & Responsibilities DRIVE DETAILS Level: Fewbie and above When: 6 Sep 2025, Saturday Meeting time: 06:00 AM - Sharp (Without any exceptions) Meeting Point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/5tEd7NUwmqGj1zcm9 Approximate finish time: 10 AM 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. Mandatory off-road gears: Tire deflator, tire pressure gauge, compressor, walkie-talkie radio, off-road flag, shovel, first-aid kit, and fire extinguisher. LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE This drive is limited to 10 cars only. RSVP will close on Friday - 1 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. Repeated no-show members after RSVP will have their account suspended for a month. PLEASE RSVP ON BELOW CALENDAR

Here is our drive track and stats. We had good fun!

Desert Explorers! A huge thank you to everyone for arriving on time and ready for our briefing. We hit the sand at approximately 6:25 am, tackling a mix of challenging terrain that put our skills to the test. Overcoming Obstacles I had the, ahem, "honor" of getting our first stuck, on a bush - who would have thought?! 😂 Fortunately, our team worked together seamlessly to get me out of that sticky situation, and I was able to drive over the bush with ease. However, our convoy didn't escape without a bit of drama - a pop-out incident occurred right after this, requiring some careful maneuvering and teamwork to resolve. Kudos to the team for delivering top-notch service, Carnity 5-star style! Technical Dunes and Teamwork As we headed west-southwest towards the sabkha, we encountered some tricky technical dunes that demanded precision driving and expert navigation. We had a few minor refusals, but our team sprang into action, supporting self recoveries with minimal support. Great job, everyone! Break and Direct Route After a well-deserved 15-minute break at the sabkha, we adjusted our route to head directly to the secret dunes of Qudra, given our time constraints. The dunes proved to be a thrilling playground, with a crested car to recover and the occasional refusal. We put our trusty shovels, ropes, White Rhino lift board, and scissor lift to good use. Teamwork Makes the Dream Work I'm thrilled to see everyone working together, supporting each other, and showcasing their skills. Special thanks to @J-P L for your support in the Support role - it was your first time, and you nailed it! 👏 @Jose Luis Campos, your expertise as Second Lead was invaluable; you followed my lines perfectly and maintained a safe distance to react to changes. 👏 Wildlife Sighting Herman, can you share the final count on the camels and gazelles we spotted? 🐫🦌 Conclusion You all drove exceptionally well, and I'm proud of the teamwork and camaraderie displayed throughout the drive. Let's keep learning, growing, and having fun together! 🚗💪

Gallery is open.

Apologies. Seeing this now as I was in bed. If you see this in time, yes come along. See you next time.

Enjoy the new level @JC_E. Congrat's.

The convoy will line up is as follows: @Jose Luis Campos in Second Lead @Herman G at #3 @Zahid Sharif at #4 @khurramm at #5 @Danie at #6 @Myrko at #7 @J-P L in Sweep We will use Carnity Channel 4, which is 446.081. Get lots of rest and see you in the morning.

Good afternoon everyone! Hope you are excited for our drive tomorrow morning. Please let me know if your circumstances have changed and you cannot join the drive. I will be posting the convoy order in the next few hours.

Amazing news @Andrew John Melvill. Very well deserved. Looking forward to driving with you in support soon.

Great to see you're back. Hopefully the holidays were amazing.

Hi @Danie, apologies for the setup issue. It's open now.

Hi @Myrko @Jose Luis Campos and @Zahid Sharif. Aplogies for the issue. It's being looked at now. Hi @Myrko @Jose Luis Campos and @Zahid Sharif. One error on my part setting this up. Fixed now.

Join us for an exciting offroad drive starting near Lisaili, opposite the truck stop area. We'll explore long-range dunes between the camel practice track and Margham farms, with minimal vegetation and likely camel sightings. The route follows the pylon track, crossing into the Qudra Lakes area. Expect a couple sets of technical dunes near Love Lake, leading to a stunning white sand zone with no bushes and frequent gazelle sightings. We'll navigate northward through this scenic stretch, ending just past Love Lake near Qudra’s Last Exit. 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 (all levels) Meeting time: 06:00 AM Meeting Point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/NBkj2dcSeG85oDtB8 Action Plan: From Lisaili's (almost entirely) clean dunes, alongside E66, a straight run toward Qudra's Love Lakes and the Last Exit, just at the end of D63, across a variety of terrains, mostly fast (except a small set of technical dunes), to end the drive at the pristine, blinding white Qudra's Secret Dunes. Fun, fast (as much as possible) and new. One never knows when there may be the need to take an off-road shortcut between highways 😆 What to bring along: Loads of water, snacks (for yourself), smiles, face masks, 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. 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. PLEASE RSVP ON THE CALENDAR

Amazing! This is so well deserved @J-P L and I'm looking forward to your support on our drives. Welcome to Team Carnity!

Opps. You tagged the other Emanuel. He has two M's. Thanks JP. Always a pleasure to drive with you.