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Agree @Gaurav great insight from @ChrisW and we are still learning today, the beauty of this sport/hobby is it is always throwing up great learnings no matter how little or how much you think you know 😀

Dear Desert Wanderers the RSVP is now closed for this drive, @Ishak, @ALEX 0171, @Andreas Riis, @Jose Luis Campos, @Hetal, @Emanuel, @Sam_, @Yurybel, @Arvindraj, @Abhishek Chikara, @Andrei S and @Mehmet Volga, Please read the pre-drive information below: Be ready at the meeting point by 6:30am (or before) with tires deflated and flag up. Please ensure your programable radio is on, fully charged and set to Channel 4 (446,081). For first timers, please complete all of the mandatory readings and watch the video in the main drive post before arriving at the meeting point for this drive. A full pre drive briefing for the drivers will be conducted on the sand before we start moving your full attention will be required. Please ensure everything in the car is tied down and there are no moving objects, please ensure that you are using cargo straps and not bungy type restraints to tie your gear down. Please check all car fluids (Oil, Coolant, Brake Fluid, etc), Tow hooks are essential front and rear and ensure no hanging parts below the chassis. Please ensure you come with a full tank of fuel (as near to full as possible). Ensure you have all the necessary gear for this drive level especially your tire deflator, pressure gauge, compressor, safety flag and radio. (NO FLAG or RADIO = NO DRIVE) Meeting Point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/acreM77zLxB2MRu76 Convoy Order will be:

@ALEX 0171 we will probably use ch4 I have placed the radio programming instructions in the drive post please try to program your radio prior to the drive as you never know when we may need to change channels during the drive thanks

Good Morning @Andreas Riis and a very warm welcome to carnity Please confirm the following: - Car make, model, color - Confirm you have 10-inch front and rear ground clearance - Your car is All or 4wheel drive - You have fitted and fit for purpose solid front and rear tow hooks - Please share your previous offroad experience (if any) - Please confirm you have completed the reading material and watched the video in the main drive post prior to joining the drive - Please also confirm you have a radio programmed to all 9 Carnity channels and safety flag. Looking forward to meeting you on Saturday

Congratulations @Brett Eicher Enjoy the new Level and new experiences

DRIVE DESCRIPTION Welcome to Carnity off road club Newbie drive, meeting at Al Fayah in the beautiful Abu Dhabi Desert, please ensure your off-road gear is as per your rank and you bring lots of enthusiasm and an abundance of willingness to learn with you. 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 Details Level: Newbie and above Meeting time: 6:30 AM (SHARP - Without any exceptions) Meeting Point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/acreM77zLxB2MRu76 When you approach the gate it will open automatically if not already open. 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 a willingness to learn. Mandatory off-road gears: Tire deflator, tire pressure gauge, compressor, walkie-talkie radio, off-road flag, shovel, first-aid kit, Tow Rope, 2 Shackles and fire extinguisher. Note: Please ensure that all of your off-road gear is securely tied down with ratchet straps in the rear compartment of the vehicle. Bungy type tie downs are not suitable for tying down off-road gear. Approximate finish time: 10:30 AM P.S. Only join if you have a compressor to inflate your tires after the drive. 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 programmable radio and safety flag. MUST WATCH: NEWBIE VIDEO BRIEFING LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE This drive is limited to 12 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 THE CALENDAR

DRIVE DESCRIPTION Carnity Desert Flyers Invitation only DCT practice Nahel drive. MUST READ AND COMPLY Environmental Policy Off-road 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: DCT Practice When: 06 Oct 2024 Saturday Meeting time: 06:30 AM Meeting Point: https://goo.gl/maps/A1Q6WarVVUY2EAPv5 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: 10:30 AM Type of Car: Any proper 4x4 with front and back tow hooks and 8-10 inches of ground clearance. Mandatory off-road gears: Tire deflator, tire pressure gauge, compressor, walkie-talkie radio, off-road flag, shovel, first-aid kit and fire extinguisher. Note: Please ensure that all of your off-road gear is securely tied down with ratchet straps in the rear compartment of the vehicle. Bungy type tie downs are not suitable for tying down off-road gear. INVITATION ONLY ·

Dear Desert Wanderers @Benjamin, @Pramod B, @Mahmut, @Michael asir, @Zubair, @Mike M., @Zubail, @Gary F, @Andrei S, @Deepak Eswar, @Bjoern, @Jeandre Bezuidenhout and @Mehmet Volga Thank you all for being on time especially as there was a lot of fog in the area. The drive started off slow as we had to wait for the fog to lift which eventually did around 07:45, when we able to move off, are first few climbs were met with a few refusals, but as the drive progressed, we certainly got into the swing of things although the cross tracks are back with vengeance and did cause some areas to be extremely bumpy. You guys handled everything that was thrown at you very well indeed. From patience during the foggy start and few issues on the first climbs. to driving extremely well once we got a rhythm in the latter stages. The sand in places was extremely soft which did cause us a few issues but again you all dealt with this extremely well, so weel done to all. At the start we thought we were entering Shaik Ziad Road, we did encounter a bit of traffic at the start, but we soon found we had the desert pretty much to ourselves. we did have a couple of incursions into and through our convoy, but you all handled this very well keeping everyone safe so thank you for your vigilance. Our outstanding S/L for the drive @Benjamin did an outstanding job of smoothing my lines as well as supporting the front end of the convoy during the few issues we encountered. My two center forwards @Gary F and @Bjoern both played blinders as both had several refusals and stucks to deal with in the middle, great job guys. Lastly our Sweep @Mehmet Volga did a fantastic job of keeping me informed at all times and keeping the back of the convoy in check and safe, thanks buddy excellent job. today's adventures https://www.instagram.com/reel/DAdeEwqSt0C/?igsh=amZqdXJtbjVhYWo0 Have a great rest of your weekend and see you all in the sand again very soon