Sam Selim

DRIVE DESCRIPTION A refreshing morning run from Lisaili to Qudra, making the most of the cooler early hours and open desert. Expect a smooth, flowing drive across rolling dunes, some technical areas, with plenty of opportunities to enjoy sweeping lines, gentle climbs and some playful ridge work along the way. Fresh air, open dunes and good morning vibes - the perfect way to start the day. 🕖 DRIVE DETAILS Level: Fewbie and above (All Levels) When: 29 August 2026, Saturday Meeting time: 06:30 AM - Sharp (Without any exceptions). Meeting Point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/pyZGRcAbZptdWhfv5 (24°54'33.4"N 55°31'42.8"E) Approximate finish time: 10:00 AM 🚗VEHICLE REQUIREMENTS Any proper 4x4 vehicle. If in doubt, please mention on the drive topic. Front and rear tow hooks / recovery points. 8–10 inches minimum ground clearance 🎒 WHAT TO BRING Loads of water, snacks, smiles, enthusiasm and willingness to learn. We also recommend adequate protection from the sun and closed shoes. 🧰 OFFROAD GEARS Tire deflator and Tire pressure gauge. Air compressor. A programmable Walkie-talkie radio. Off-road safety flag. A proper shovel. First-aid kit and Fire extinguisher. ✅ RSVP Confirm your attendance by clicking on "GOING" in the Calendar Event. Your name will appear on the RSVP list. If the RSVP is full, add yourself to the waitlist. As soon as a spot becomes available you will be moved automatically to the RSVP list. The RSVP closes one day prior to the drive Latecomers will be turned back (no exceptions) No RSVP = No Drive Please withdraw your RSVP if plans change Repeated no-shows may result in 1-month suspension

Such amazing and competent company today, thank you all for joining and being on time this morning! Amazing second lead duties from @Carl Stanley, perfect spacing to maintain flow of the convoy with such precise focus and follow through. Brilliantly executed and congratulations @Chema on your first FB+ drive, well done mate! Really nice to see such confidence and progression @Infaz, as always great to see you and such commitment driving 2 and half hours to get to the meeting point! @Krinesh, thanks a lot for your support today and keeping us all together with such great communication as well. It was clear and on point. much appreciated! Hope you all enjoy the rest of your weekend and see you again soon on the sand!

Hello everyone, @Carl Stanley, @Chema, @Infaz & @Krinesh Thank you for signing up on this drive and hope you all had a nice week! Please find the convoy order below. We will be communicating on CH2 (446.031). The aim is to start the briefing at 7am so please arrive earlier to deflate and prep etc. Meeting point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/5WjLMSaEdFswV97i9 (24°19'10.9"N 55°25'03.2"E) See you all in the morning and enjoy the rest of your day!

No worries @_Herman_, hope all is well and get your car back as you expect. Thanks for letting us know and have a nice weekend 🙏🏼

DRIVE DESCRIPTION This drive is all about understanding the difference between Speed and Momentum and learning why more speed isn't always the answer. We will work on carrying the right momentum through the terrain, maintaining smooth and controlled inputs and choosing the right line rather than simply relying on the accelerator. Throughout the drive, we will look at when a little extra speed is useful, when maintaining momentum is more important and when slowing things down actually gives you greater control. The aim is a smooth, flowing convoy, using good line selection, controlled throttle and well-timed momentum to tackle this terrain efficiently. 🕖 DRIVE DETAILS Level: Fewbie Plus and above When: 22 August 2026, Saturday Meeting time: 07:00 AM - Sharp (Without any exceptions). Meeting Point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/jS5iaTBUxCf7trDE8 (24°19'10.9"N 55°25'03.2"E) Approximate finish time: 10:30 AM 🚗VEHICLE REQUIREMENTS Any proper 4x4 vehicle. If in doubt, please mention on the drive topic. Front and rear tow hooks / recovery points. 8–10 inches minimum ground clearance 🎒 WHAT TO BRING Loads of water, snacks, smiles, enthusiasm and willingness to learn. We also recommend adequate protection from the sun and closed shoes. 🧰 OFFROAD GEARS Tire deflator and Tire pressure gauge. Air compressor. A programmable Walkie-talkie radio. Off-road safety flag. A proper shovel. First-aid kit and Fire extinguisher. ✅ RSVP Confirm your attendance by clicking on "GOING" in the Calendar Event. Your name will appear on the RSVP list. If the RSVP is full, add yourself to the waitlist. As soon as a spot becomes available you will be moved automatically to the RSVP list. The RSVP closes one day prior to the drive Latecomers will be turned back (no exceptions) No RSVP = No Drive Please withdraw your RSVP if plans change Repeated no-shows may result in 1-month suspension

Congrats @Chema, enjoy next level and the learning that comes with it!

What a day that was indeed, we survived the storm and you all done great! You managed very well through tech patches also amazing control and self recoveries on the "Sam's bowl"! Thanks @Piter for sharing these very nice shots! Also @Ale Vallecchi, @ChrisW , @Krinesh for your support and everyone for joining and creating such a nice drive. See you again soon!

In true @Ale Vallecchi style: Hello Desertnauts, @Warbs, @Chema, @Diego, @saumik1989, @ChrisW, @Steffi, @Sebastian Nohse, @Eddie-Dune-Glider, @Piter & @Krinesh, Thank you for signing up on this drive and hope you're all having a nice weekend! Please find the convoy order below. Let's aim to start the briefing at 03.30 pm so please arrive earlier at the meeting point to give yourself sufficient time to deflate and prep. Summer is fully here and sand is extra soft so please adjust your tyre pressure accordingly. We will be communicating on CH2 (446.031). Meeting point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/dXm262PVEqspXdBz9 See you all tomorrow afternoon. Have a nice evening!

Congrats @Steffi, well deserved and enjoy the new level! See you soon in the sand!

DRIVE DESCRIPTION You've mastered the fundamentals in Qudra. It's time to take those skills to the next level. Sweihan is a completely different playground. The dunes are taller, the sand is softer, the momentum and precision become even more important. This drive is designed to help Fewbies build on the confidence they've already gained. We will focus on maintaining flow, choosing the right lines and carrying momentum through the softer sand. The goal isn't speed, it's becoming more confident off-roader while enjoying one of the UAE's most iconic desert playgrounds. 🕖 DRIVE DETAILS Level: Fewbie and above When: 09 August 2026, Sunday Meeting time: 03:30 PM - Sharp (Without any exceptions). Meeting Point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/HNjYELwqxLqAaA19A Approximate finish time: 07:00 PM 🚗VEHICLE REQUIREMENTS Any proper 4x4 vehicle. If in doubt, please mention on the drive topic. Front and rear tow hooks / recovery points. 8–10 inches minimum ground clearance 🎒 WHAT TO BRING Loads of water, snacks, smiles, enthusiasm and willingness to learn. We also recommend adequate protection from the sun and closed shoes. 🧰 OFFROAD GEARS Tire deflator and Tire pressure gauge. Air compressor. A programmable Walkie-talkie radio. Off-road safety flag. A proper shovel. First-aid kit and Fire extinguisher. ✅ RSVP Confirm your attendance by clicking on "GOING" in the Calendar Event. Your name will appear on the RSVP list. If the RSVP is full, add yourself to the waitlist. As soon as a spot becomes available you will be moved automatically to the RSVP list. The RSVP closes one day prior to the drive Latecomers will be turned back (no exceptions) No RSVP = No Drive Please withdraw your RSVP if plans change Repeated no-shows may result in 1-month suspension

Ho Ho Ho! No chance you can return that shovel now, it won't look "NEW" anymore! Congrats @Diego and welcome to the team!

Congratulations @Infaz, well done! Enjoy the new level and see you soon on the sand!!

Hello everyone, @Emanuel, @Chema, @Hartzel, @Riyad & @Diego Thank you for signing up on this drive and hope you all had a great week! We will be visiting and admiring the famous dunes of Abu Dhabi "Tilal Sweihan" meanwhile communicating on Channel 2 (446.031) and moving in the following convoy order: See you all in the morning at 6am and have a nice evening!

🕖 DRIVE DETAILS Level: Fewbie and above When: 25 Jul 2026, Saturday Meeting time: 6AM - Sharp (Without any exceptions). Meeting Point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/89wYhF1UkWvtKyV6A Approximate finish time: 9.30AM 🚗VEHICLE REQUIREMENTS Any proper 4x4 vehicle. If in doubt, please mention on the drive topic. Front and rear tow hooks / recovery points. 8–10 inches minimum ground clearance 🎒 WHAT TO BRING Loads of water, snacks, smiles, enthusiasm and willingness to learn. We also recommend adequate protection from the sun and closed shoes. 🧰 OFFROAD GEARS Tire deflator and Tire pressure gauge. Air compressor. A programmable Walkie-talkie radio. Off-road safety flag. A proper shovel. First-aid kit and Fire extinguisher. ✅ RSVP Confirm your attendance by clicking on "GOING" in the Calendar Event. Your name will appear on the RSVP list. If the RSVP is full, add yourself to the waitlist. As soon as a spot becomes available you will be moved automatically to the RSVP list. The RSVP closes one day prior to the drive Latecomers will be turned back (no exceptions) No RSVP = No Drive Please withdraw your RSVP if plans change Repeated no-shows may result in 1-month suspension

Congratulations @Riyad!! Enjoy the new level and see you soon!!