Nicholas Cox1

Hi Ale,

I missed the exit for petrol. I will arrive 8:15. If you can wait for me please do! Nick Cox 0501260341

Great fun! Thanks guys!!

See you in the morning gang 

On 1/15/2023 at 5:36 PM, Frederic said:

General Info

Al Faqa, with its appealing dunes, either small or technical, offers a great learning opportunity for beginner level drives. We will be making our way North towards the Solar Park, and perhaps try to visit Crescent Moon Lake in Qudra.

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:  Newbie and above

When:  21 Jan 2023, Saturday.

Meeting time: 7:30 AM (SHARP - Without any exceptions)

Meeting Point: https://goo.gl/maps/m6B8FVm345UEGDySA

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), face mask, rubber gloves, enthusiasm and willingness to learn.

Approximate finish time: 11:30 AM

P.S. Only join if you have a compressor to inflate your tires after the drive.

 

LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE

• Limited to 12 cars only. RSVP will close on Friday, 2 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.
• 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

 

Apologies Federick, I really didn't expect to make the drive as was on the waitlist last night and have made other plans , NOC from wife has been revoked... have a great drive and sorry to be that guy.

Nick

Thank so much Frederic! It was a great night and day with you guys!!

Hey guys just arriving at the meeting point, anyone here yet? I’m on 0501260341

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On 11/28/2022 at 8:47 AM, Frederic said:

Good morning @Anirudh Dayma ! and waitlisted @James Lovell!

 

Please go through below pointers are read them carefully, so you are prepared and know what to expect 

 

A few but very important pointers below. Please read them carefully so we don't have to send you back at the meeting point. 

 

1. Please ensure that you are there at the meeting point on 7:30 AM SHARP. Late comers would be sent back. As there is a long distance to drive if you leave in the morning, make sure to leave ahead of time and keep at least 30mins spare time for refueling or a tea break.

2. Get lots and lots of rest the previous day. The more the better as Liwa will not only challenge your vehicle but your mind as well. We would need your complete focus, and fatigue due to less rest is the last thing that is needed on such a terrain. For those who prefer camping the previous night, you can do so at the starting point as its a nice spaced out area. Bring some firewood incase if you wish to have a bonfire to keep you warm. Cleaning up after the bonfire is mandatory.

3. Ensure that your 4x4 is well serviced recently and all the lubes and fluids are topped up. A vehicle breakdown in this terrain will result in not reaching our beloved Yellow Truck so please do the needful to get your 4x4 in the best possible condition.

4. You will be needing 100 litre total fuel amount before starting the drive. For example, if your existing fuel tank is 80L, then you need to bring a 20l jerrycan with you, safely strapped inside the vehicle (or outside if you have a suitable bracket or holder). Make sure your main tank is full. There is an ADNOC 15mins away on the way to the meeting point.

Location of last Fuel Station:

https://goo.gl/maps/Ug1sGJE1PP6eJBJNA

5. Spare tyre should be in good working condition. If not been used recently, ensure that you take it out and check the condition properly. Also ensure that you have the wrench that can be used to remove your tyre (if needed). In the past we have seen that people upgrade their tyres but still keep the the original wrench which is of no use to remove the upgraded tyre. So please ensure that your car has the right tool to remove the tyres (if needed).

6. Air compressor, proper shovel, flag, fire extinguisher, first aid kit, radio

7. Fully charged radio (tuned to all Carnity Frequencies) with spare battery / radio. If you have a car charger for your radio, please bring it along.

8. Please ensure that you know how to switch off traction control (turning off Air bags is not mandatory for this drive). If it requires pulling the fuse, please research before the drive or better still, post your queries on this drive post and we would assist.

9. Car charger / battery pack for your mobile.

10. Plenty of water, approx 5 litre per person per day.

11. Bring along your breakfast, lunch, snacks, etc in easy to eat packing. We shall be having breaks in between the drive.

12. Dry food, energy bar, cookies, nuts, crisp to munch while driving

13. Bring garbage bags along to carry your trash. Littering in the desert is strictly prohibited.

 

Prior to starting the drive, we will inspect all vehicles to check if everything is safely strapped and you brought all your offroad tools and jerrycan.

Please take this event seriously and understand that this terrain, due to its remoteness and size of the dunes will challenge everyone on this drive. If you decide to bring passengers, please make sure they have spent a full day already in a vehicle in the desert and are used to it. There are hardly any nearby exit tracks and rerouting might take hours, so once we are in this terrain the aim is to complete the entire drive and visit the Yellow Truck  

 

Hey Frederic,

Great! should I join the Newbie or Fewbie drive? 

Am thinking to camp the night before and bring the family (wife and 8 year old son), do you know if many people are camping?

Just confirming fuel wise, I have 98L tank, that OK, or should I bring some extra fuel too just in case

Thanks

Hi there, just moved off the waitlist, so attending! Can’t see the meeting location on the meeting details, please can you share?

car: Dodge RAM 1500

Recovery hooks front and back - yes

Hi/low: yes

Radio and flag: yes

Watched video: yes

Excited but slightly nervous: yes

Experience: around 7/8 drives last year with Icon, nothing since Feb.