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Thanks @Looper for the amazing morning, quite a drive. @Andrew John Melvill great second lead, it's a shame about that damn rock but I hope you manage to nurse the rim back to full health or replace it with a newer younger model 😁 ... @Mark B great support, had your work cut out for you at times, but nice trick with the ratchet strap. one to remember & @Mike M. great support at the back. @Gaurav Soni the super sweep, great drive. Had a fantastic morning, everyone drove great, looking forward to doing it again soon. all the best guys, have a great week

Hey @Frans M apologies for the late reply, I hope you managed to get the car looked at and I hope it's well on its way to being fixed. It will be great to have you back soon. I envy your calmness, if that was me in your position, I don't think I could have handled it as well as you did. also, there's some photos here just in case you want to relive the memory 😵‍💫

Thanks @Ale Vallecchi for the great drive Friday afternoon. I haven't been to this part of Al Qudra before, seems silly considering it's not that far from the other well-known areas, but i must admit it was a fun place for an afternoon and eliminating the weeks stress. Everybody drove great, little bit of switching/criss-crossing, faster paced and technical dunes. looking forward to another drive here in the future. @Emanuel Thanks for your support during the drive and I hope you manage to get to the bottom of your issue soon. All the best guys, have a great week and see you again next weekend.

Get well @DP1011

Thank you @Ale Vallecchi really appreciate it. I’ll happily take up the sweep position. See you tomorrow

Hey @Ale Vallecchi any room for little old me 😂 … last guy standing on the waitlist. No problems at all if not. Thanks

@Ale Vallecchi just tagging myself so you don’t forget about me. Can’t see my name in the above 🫣😉

Hi @Ale Vallecchi drive 1 works best for me. But I am flexible to do either. Thanks

Hi All, slightly delayed response to last weekends drive. But I just want to say that it was tremendous fun. Difficult terrain, very technical, very soft and mannnn!! the dunes are high. But everyone drove great! … thanks @Frederic @Srikumar @Imran Asghar @DP1011 for your lead(s) and support throughout the drive! First time in LIWA and looking forward to returning in the future. And I can say with confidence that I climbed Moreeb dune, yeah it was the baby side but still I don’t need to tell anybody that 😉😂 apologies to all for my absence during the camp. I was fast asleep 😴 … not sleeping Friday night and driving all day Saturday completely took it out of me. Next time I’ll be more alive and kicking. all the best and I’ll see you all again on the next one 🤟🏻

Hi @Ale Vallecchi unfortunately I won’t be able to make it tomorrow due to a work emergency 😕 … apologies and have a great drive

@Ale Vallecchi pleasure as always driving with you, it was nice to explore a location I haven’t been before until now. Good mix of dunes suitable for all different levels, would be a good place to explore further. Thanks @Jeandre Bezuidenhout @Hani crest king @Marek for your second lead, sweep and support throughout the drive. The drive was challenging in some respects and patience was shown by everybody which was great. My key take aways from the drive. 1. Communication - keep the radio close, easy access in case of a situation (rerouting, refusal etc),listen to instructions and respond when required. 2. Momentum - momentum is key, knowing your vehicle and how it behaves will help you further understand how to drive it in the sand. Pure power gets you out of some situations but momentum is your friend and will lead to a smoother experience. (There are many people in the Carnity community who may have your vehicle, any questions or difficulties you’re dealing with, just ask and I’m sure somebody will have an answer for you). 3. Ridges - get on top of the ridge and ride the ridge for a few metres before switching to the over side of the dune. Hesitation leads to rerouting or refusals, crossing the ridge at the wrong angle could lead to a more serious situation. (keep in mind I’m not an expert and I’m still learning like everyone else, but talking about these points helps people to learn, understand and improve) regardless, it was still good to be out in the sand on a brisk chilly morning with a good group of people. I hope you all have a great week. See you next weekend hopefully 🤞🏻

Hi evening guys, apologies I won’t be able to make it this evening. I accidentally hit manage instead of removing myself 🫠 … have fun and I’ll see next time

Hi @Ale Vallecchi in response to lunch, unfortunately I’ll have to miss it on this occasion. But I’m looking forward to the drive!!

Hi @Ale Vallecchi yes I would love to join the drive on Sunday! 😉

Thanks for today @DP1011 for today’s lead, lovely weather, the sun was shining and the dunes were inviting. Thanks @Bjoern @Dodi Syahdar & @Mehmet Volga for the support and assistance when required. And to everyone one else have a great week ahead and Happy New Year!!.

Thank you all for today’s drive, the terrain caught us by surprise at times. Quite a few stuck, refusal situations, plenty of digging, tugging and a pop out 🙃 … it’s all part of the fun and we all learn from these situations. Have a great weekend and a great week and Merry Christmas 🎄 to all those that are celebrating. p.s. it’s the only picture I took, my camera skills are terrible 😉

Thanks 🙏

Hey @Gaurav any chance of fitting me on the drive. I was also on the waiting list but I was left behind when everyone else was moved over 😭 … no worries if you can’t. Just thought I’d ask. Thanks

Great drive today guys, really wasn’t disappointed with the overall experience of Al Fayah. Great mix of technical dunes, some ridge riding etc. still figuring out the FJ as I’ve really not done many drives with it. But so far so good. can’t wait for the next one. All the best to all taking part in the Desert Champions Trophy next week!

Apologies guys, I’m having to pull out from the drive. unfortunately I have work commitments that need my attention. Have a great, safe drive and will catch you all next week hopefully 🙏

Thanks @Davie Chasefor leading the convoy, @Fredericfor second lead and @Dodi Syahdar @Amr Aydinfor supporting. The fog was immense this morning but fortunately it gave way to some fantastic looking sand dunes and a short camel farm tour. And to everybody else, fantastic drive, great Sunday morning out and I hope to see you all again next weekend 😬

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Sorry guys have to leave the drive due to illness 🤢. Have fun and catch you next time.

Hey guys, really sorry I’m having to drop out unfortunately due to work commitments 🤬 have a great drive, great weekend and I’ll see you next time.

Sorry guys, having to pull out of this drive as other plans have emerged …. Totally forgot it was the wife’s birthday 😅 … have a great one and I’ll catch you the weekend after.