Fewbie+ Morning Drive 7 March’14

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  • March 3, 2014 at 4:01 am #1978

    Day and date: Friday 7th March 2014
    Drive Type: Fewbie +
    Meeting Point: Badayer Shops
    GPS Users: N24 57.303 E55 42.785
    Google Maps: 24.954974,55.714198
    Meeting Time: 7.45am
    Drive Start: 8.00am sharp
    Drive Route &Terrain: Tracks & Dunes
    Duration: 3 hours minimum

    This drive is open to anyone with a minimum of 5 drives under their belt. This will enable the convoy to cover as much ground as possible between Badayer and Sony Ericsson taking in every big dune we see along the way.

    We will meet at Badayer shops and then head out into the sands. End destination will be determined by Lead Marshall and abilities of the convoy as a whole.

    [map]24.95496,55.71423(Meeting Point)[/map]

    Checklist:-

    a) Keep your emergency contact info at vehicle dashboard.
    b) Carry compressor with you and ensure it’s in working condition.
    c) Ensure your 4 x 4 vehicle is in perfect condition and with enough fuel.
    d) Compatible Radio is a must.
    e) Carry all necessary off-road gears / recovery equipment in good condition.
    f) Carry enough water / refreshments / re-hydration drinks for self & co-passenger(s).

    Please read the following and register for the drive:-

    Equipment that one needs to carry for off-roading
    Rules of the trip
    Dubai Offroaders – Disclaimer

    March 3, 2014 at 12:22 pm #29233

    i guess newbie (first timer) is not allowed for this trip ; like me 😀

    March 3, 2014 at 12:33 pm #29234
    quote toleg:

    i guess newbie (first timer) is not allowed for this trip ; like me 😀

    Hi Toleg,

    Sorry to be the bearer of bad news but no, a minimum of 5 drives is required for this trip.

    But please feel free to attend the afternoon drive with our Top Marshall Ahmad who will be able to show you the ropes.

    March 3, 2014 at 12:52 pm #29236
    quote DuncanField:

    quote toleg:

    i guess newbie (first timer) is not allowed for this trip ; like me 😀

    Hi Toleg,

    Sorry to be the bearer of bad news but no, a minimum of 5 drives is required for this trip.

    But please feel free to attend the afternoon drive with our Top Marshall Ahmad who will be able to show you the ropes.

    No worries, I just like to be out early morning on weekends.

    Is this the afternoon drive? I didn’t see the first word (learners) and saw the word Intermediate :drive:
    http://www.dubaioffroadlive.local/forums/viewtopic.php?f=8&t=2561

    Just in case, maybe I can make it after checking my schedule (domestic duties) :ymparty:

    Thanks

    March 3, 2014 at 3:30 pm #29237
    quote toleg:

    quote DuncanField:

    quote toleg:

    i guess newbie (first timer) is not allowed for this trip ; like me 😀

    Hi Toleg,

    Sorry to be the bearer of bad news but no, a minimum of 5 drives is required for this trip.

    But please feel free to attend the afternoon drive with our Top Marshall Ahmad who will be able to show you the ropes.

    No worries, I just like to be out early morning on weekends.

    Is this the afternoon drive? I didn’t see the first word (learners) and saw the word Intermediate :drive:
    http://www.dubaioffroadlive.local/forums/viewtopic.php?f=8&t=2561

    Just in case, maybe I can make it after checking my schedule (domestic duties) :ymparty:

    Thanks

    here you go http://www.dubaioffroadlive.local/forums/viewtopic.php?f=8&t=2561

    March 4, 2014 at 1:01 pm #29249

    Just wondering: does 2 days Liwa trip last month count as a drive?

    March 4, 2014 at 7:26 pm #29255
    quote Artur Loza:

    Just wondering: does 2 days Liwa trip last month count as a drive?

    Im pretty sure it does :drive:

    March 6, 2014 at 2:09 pm #29266

    would suggest you please check with the leading marshal if this drive is suitable for you as your profile shows this to be your first drive and if so then this drive would not be safe for you or the convoy.

    March 7, 2014 at 12:25 pm #29270

    Hey Duncan!

    Just wanted to thank you the drive today in the morning! Had good time!

    March 7, 2014 at 6:36 pm #29272

    Great trip guys especially the second half! Thank you to duncan and the rest of the marshalls :). Pictures and videos coming up soon.

    March 7, 2014 at 10:36 pm #29273

    :drive: :drive:


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    March 8, 2014 at 3:06 am #29274

    Nice Pics Yohan.Thanks a lot Duncan For organizing and accommodating my friends,great drive and compared to last week the sand was a lot softer with the temperatures rising,Firoz took some really interesting lines and the Sweep team was also kept busy thought the drive.Had to bail out a bit early due to family commitments.see u guys soon.

    March 8, 2014 at 8:14 am #29276

    Thank you all for the positive comments and photos.

    From Razik, Firoz and myself, we are glad you enjoyed.

    Look forward to our next adventure…………………. :drive:

    March 8, 2014 at 8:23 pm #29281

    Heres a video from our drive enjoy http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b0RbsH4oglg

    March 9, 2014 at 8:01 am #29287

    Hey Group, am finally back 🙂 A few more pictures to add from me :ymhug:

    It was an awesome :drive: … Thanks to all who joined and special thanks to Duncan, Firoz and Razik… This was my first drive in the morning slot and it was definitely much different than the evening drives.

    A big learning is that power is 30% but 70% depends on who is driving… I floored the V8 but barely made it half way… Duncan & Razik’s last minute pointers worked wonders and I made it to the top of Iftar Bowl…

    Pics are of lower resolution for uploading… If any of you wants the original pics, please ping me and I will mail it across.

    Last but not least : Thanks Duncan for giving me the chance to join this Fewbies drive. Your feedback is highly appreciated so that I can plan my next drives accordingly.


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