JeromeFJ

3 hours ago, Nathan said:

Thanks @JeromeFJ  do you know if any suitable camping locations near the start point for those of us who are notorious oversleepers? 🤣 

Hi Nathan

From the meeting point (upper red pin), you can follow the track marked in blue. It runs along a fence (to your right). with entry points marked as the other 3 red pins below. For each of these entry points, you will find a sandy track. You can enter a few hundreds meter and will find plenty of space. 

3 hours ago, Menon said:

Hello Jerome,

sorry, I have to drop off due to some other priorities, thanks for your understanding. 
regards

Menon

Noted @Menon.Thank you for informing early. See you next time

@Nathan @RiadJL @Dorian Zissi @rroker @Wilfredo Perez @EbrahimZAF @Rob S @Vipin M @ozgu @Menon @Hani Howeedy @Abhilash Kottakkal

For the drive tomorrow, please check your route to reach the meeting point. Coming from Nahel, about 300m before the final location, you will see a road to your right, with a sign "...Winter Camp..." Take that road. It is closed by a fence. Reach slowly to the fence, it will open by itself. Then continue until you see the other cars.

If there is fog on the route,  don't worry and drive safely, we will wait for you.

I will indicate the convoy order and the radio channel by the end of the afternoon.

Dear Desert Drivers, 

@Nathan @Pedro martinez @RiadJL @Dorian Zissi @rroker @Wilfredo Perez @EbrahimZAF @Rob S @Vipin M @ozgu @Menon @Hani Howeedy @Abhilash Kottakkal

Thank you for signing up for the drive in Nahel Saturday morning. In preparation for the drive, please check and make sure that your car is in good condition, especially if you have not driven in the desert for some time. Check tow hooks front and back. Make sure your radio is fully recharged, and is programmed with the 10 Carnity frequencies. (it is always easier to do it quietly at home). 

I will update tomorrow with indications to reach the meeting point, final attendance and convoy order. Please let me know before that if you changed your plans.

@Pedro martinez please check the post above and confirm, thank you.

Good afternoon @Pedro martinez, welcome to Carnity Offroad Club. As you would be driving with us for the first time, please help us with answers to  questions below

1. Confirm you have a Radio programmed to Carnity channels . click link - (Two Way Radio Guideline)

2. Re-Confirm which  car you will be  driving and whether it has recovery hooks - front and back

3. Confirm if you have an offroad flag and Air Compressor 

4. Any previous offroad experience or attended Carnity Masterclass?

5. Confirm you have watched the absolute newbie briefing video indicated above

@RiadJL, it will be your first drive with us also, I rely on the answers you already provided to Islam last week. Thank you.

Don't hesitate to let me know if you have specific questions before the drive.

Level:  Newbie and above (all levels)

Meeting time: 6:45 AM (SHARP - Without any exceptions)

Meeting Point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/LHbFHb1WQUtA55kV7

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: 10:45 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 Friday - 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.
• Repeated no-show members after RSVP will have their account suspended for a month.

Please RSVP on below calendar

I'm cancelling this event considering the weather forecast with heavy rain in this area for Saturday morning.

The plan is to cross the Western part of Sweihan area, and to exit on the Al Fayah side, on the E75. High dunes and sharp ridges at the beginning, challenging climb and technical in the middle, long rolling portion to finish. There is plenty of room for adjustment depending on the group and the sand and weather conditions.

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:  Intermediate and above
When: 9 March 2024, Saturday
Meeting time:  6:45 AM - Sharp
Meeting Point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/ahxiL3KHmM8m4ihb7
Approximate finish time: 10:45 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.

RECOMENDED 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

@Gertjan, thank you for joining this morning. That IM drive turned to a private drive 😅! We had the liberty of choosing our itinerary, and the conditions were perfect. A cold morning, very clear view, the sand starting to dry and become softer, and a totally empty desert! 

We crossed Sweihan, Nagra, Nahel areas without crossing a single other car. Did everyone go to Liwa ???

Thank  you for being my drive partner today, it was a great morning !

Dear Desert Drivers,

Last updates for tomorrow

Meeting at 7:00 am at  https://maps.app.goo.gl/6Ggs62b9yGEzyZi26

The convoy order will be

We will use Carnity Radio Channel 6.

Enjoy the evening, take as much sleep as you can, and see you tomorrow morning !

4 hours ago, Stumpy said:

Apologies @JeromeFJ family member has had a trip to hospital so I will need to remove myself, was looking forward to those high dunes 😔 maybe next time. Enjoy the drive

Sorry about that Nathan. I hope its not too bad and he/she can get well soon. 

See you next time

Enjoy the adventure !

Waiting for amazing pics and good stories 😀

Congratulations Brett @Bravoecho !

Dear Desert Drivers, 

We have been a bit frustrated last week with the heavy fog and the late start of the drive. Hopefully we can start earlier this Saturday, and benefit from the full time frame. If conditions are there, the plan is to start with the high dunes near the starting point, move in the direction of Old Lady Dune, cross to Al Ain Airport area, and exit close to Al Ain.

I will update tomorrow, and indicate the convoy order by the end of the afternoon.

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:  Intermediate and above
When: 2 March 2024, Saturday
Meeting time:  7:00 AM - Sharp
Meeting Point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/6Ggs62b9yGEzyZi26
Approximate finish time: 11:00 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.

RECOMENDED 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

Thank you all for joining the drive this morning, despite the heavy fog on the road. The fog was heavy, and we had to wait until 9:30 am to get enough visibility. But then it was really worth it, the vast dune areas of Sweihan were open for us !

The warm-up was not easy, with the sand wet and soft at the same time, and of course all convoys starting at the same time. But after a few high ridges and bowls, everyone was awake! From one ridge to the other, we made our way to the tall Nagra dune. With a lot of cross tracks, it was not the best conditions, but we managed to cross the summit ridge, and to loop around the faces.

The second portion, continuing in the direction of Nahel, offered clean open dunes, totally empty. Crossing the sabkha we reached the Ghafeteen bowl, nice spot to play once we found the right line. With a last portion of technical dunes, we reached the exit track.

Thank you @Jona for a perfect 2nd lead. Whatever I was doing, you were always there in my mirror, at the same distance. @Zulfikar, well done for your first IM. You lost a few ridges, but the important is being able to control your car in all situations, the rest will come. @Patrick van der Loo, always a pleasure to hear your jeep in the convoy. Very well driven. @Ashutosh Garg, well driven also, but you had 2 near misses. Remain focused on your environment, and think momentum rather than speed to cross obstacles. @Davie Chase, thank you for watching the convoy from the back, it was a peace of mind for me to know you were there;

Enjoy the rest of the weekend and see you soon !

2 hours ago, Mohit Gurnani said:

@JeromeFJ getting very interrupted sleep - don’t think I will be able to get enough rest for the drive - hence dropping out- have a great drive! 

Noted, see you next time 

Dear Desert Drivers

@Jona  @Zulfikhar Naiyar @Mohit Gurnani @Patrick van der Loo @Ashutosh Garg @Davie Chase

Last updates for tomorrow

Meeting at 7:00 am at https://maps.app.goo.gl/6Ggs62b9yGEzyZi26

The convoy order will be

We will use Carnity Radio Channel 6.

If there is fog on the way, take your time and drive safe, we will wait.

Take a good rest, and see you tomorrow morning.

Excellent approach. When signs show that you shall not drive, don't drive. 

The desert will still be there next week, next month, next year and after !

2 hours ago, Mark B said:

Hi Jerome 

I have come down with flu, so unfortunately will have to drop out 😔

Sorry about that. Take rest and get well soon @Mark B

Dear Desert Drivers, 

Thank you for signing up for the drive on Saturday morning.

n preparation for the drive, please ensure that your car is is top condition, remove any unnecessary item from the trunk or the backseat, and make sure to SECURE your off-road gear to avoid any loose item.

Take also the time to program the 10 Carnity radio frequencies BEFORE the drive. This is required in case we have to change frequency during the drive to avoid interferences.

I will indicate the convoy order by the end of the afternoon tomorrow Friday.

On 2/17/2024 at 3:12 PM, Mohit Gurnani said:

Thanks @JeromeFJ for an amazing drive! Some very good challenges and overall very smooth!

PS: Shackles and radio frequency issue sorted - thanks for a accommodating it this time! 

@Mohit Gurnani, these bungee cords are not the best, as heavy objects tend to slide below and escape. Straps like the ones I lent you are better.

Beautiful drive indeed ! Thank you @Emanuel for the videos. Nice expression of how fluid the drive was.

Fluid but quite intense with the high ridges, the crossings, and the high pace.

Very well done all of you. You managed to be focused and accurate. I'm sure you could feel the difference when you managed to find that exact line that makes a crossing smooth and effortless, ..... or when you miss it, don't have the proper angle, or don't have enough momentum.

@Rk ram @Emanuel @Deepak Eswar @Gertjan @Mohit Gurnani @Ranjan Das , thank you joining, the convoy was well in sync, and it was a pleasure to lead !

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:  Intermediate and above
When: 24 Feb 2024, Saturday
Meeting time:  7:00 AM - Sharp
Meeting Point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/6Ggs62b9yGEzyZi26
Approximate finish time: 11:00 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.

RECOMENDED 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

Dear Desert Drivers, 

@Zulfikhar Naiyar @Rk ram @Emanuel @Deepak Eswar @Gertjan @Mohit Gurnani @Ranjan Das

Last update for the drive tomorrow.

Meeting at 7:00 am at https://maps.app.goo.gl/eTX8wtibrfhsXS6D6

Convoy order will be 

We will use Carnity Radio Channel 6.

If there is fog on the way, take your time and drive safely, we will wait for you.

Enjoy the evening, take a good rest, and see you tomorrow morning !