Feb 8th Desert BBQ - Al Ain

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Post by prossett » 06 Feb 2008, 9:13 am

It's my pleasure, and courtesy of... :wink:

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Post by Accord98 » 06 Feb 2008, 4:52 pm

oooooo........

PR, take me for a ride...i dont have to drive, but i want a ride. I want to see how these things are.... please :P

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Post by prossett » 06 Feb 2008, 8:49 pm

I drive like a grandma, Accord98 - you wouldn't enjoy it... :wink:

I've heard from some buddies and it looks like it's going to be quite a BBQ!!!! 8)

Just one golden rule before we even start off - the danger with dunes is the inclines. A 4x4 is very stable pointing up or down - it does not like to lean over on the side: that's when you roll.

So, especially on the long dune face, you go up straight, as steep as you like, no problems - and you reverse down straight backwards, no problems.

DO NOT drive up and turn around and drive back down frontwards! That is an advanced technique requiring a good feel for momentum and your car's power - you may see some pros do it, please don't copy unless you also are a pro with experience.

If you go up the long dune face, you drive straight up, you slowly reverse straight back down. That's safe.

See this video clip to see what I mean: http://img531.imageshack.us/my.php?imag ... olljm2.flv

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Post by albertho555 » 07 Feb 2008, 7:55 am

PR> a chance to drive a hummer??? Ok I'm riding my civic to alain :-D hehe just kidding !!!

See ya all there, I'm a newbie to 4x4ing ... So add me to the newbie list pls. A friend of mine will join in his FJ ... He's experienced so I guess he'll be with the pros.

Is there a street number or gps coordinate to the spot PR? I'm not able to see the image properly on my phone.

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Post by prossett » 07 Feb 2008, 8:23 am

Devil's Plunge, Al Ain:
N 24 08.997
E 55 40.514

Street directions:

First roundabout when you reach Al Ain on the Dubai- Al Ain hwy, turn right.

Straight through all roundabouts till u meet a T-junction, turn right.

U-turn at first roundabout.

Straight through 3 roundabouts, at the 4th roundabout turn right.

1st roundabout left

Straight on and you'll see Devil's Plunge on your right.

Can't miss it - it's a sand mountain!!!! :!:

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Alternatively, remember I will meet you at 2 PM at:

First roundabout when you reach Al Ain on the Dubai- Al Ain hwy, turn left.

Opposite ADNOC gas station is the infamous Golden Burger cafeteria.

I'll be in the far parking lot at 2 PM.

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Post by Accord98 » 07 Feb 2008, 8:47 am

ohh , are we only meeting by 2PM ???

damn..... hopefully i can bring the Fortuner :s

Im with the newbies too. Albertho and myself are looking forward to some useful tips on Des. Driv. from you PR. (Y)

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Post by Accord98 » 07 Feb 2008, 8:51 am

Just one golden rule before we even start off - the danger with dunes is the inclines. A 4x4 is very stable pointing up or down - it does not like to lean over on the side: that's when you roll.

So, especially on the long dune face, you go up straight, as steep as you like, no problems - and you reverse down straight backwards, no problems.

DO NOT drive up and turn around and drive back down frontwards! That is an advanced technique requiring a good feel for momentum and your car's power - you may see some pros do it, please don't copy unless you also are a pro with experience.
Very good point..... one im sure to follow. I have this fear of tumbling and rolling, so u definitely wont see me doing it :P

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Post by newimprovednf » 07 Feb 2008, 10:23 am

All set and very much excited.... :D

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Post by Ribur » 07 Feb 2008, 10:32 am

me too..... :happy:

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Post by prossett » 07 Feb 2008, 10:48 am

Yup! 8) It's going to be good!!!

I'll be with the newbies, don't worry - but you'll also find Dubai Desert Club and Dubai4x4 club members very helpful as well.

BTW, just because someone belongs to a 4x4 club, it doesn't mean he's an expert - could be a newbie as well.

We'll take it easy, enjoy the friendship, the BBQ, the sun set, and drive a bit within our limits. I drive carefully all the time anyways (it might not seem "carefully" but it is... :!: :D ) - I don't do stupid.

But I do need to test that puppy... :!: :!: :!: :!:

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Post by prossett » 07 Feb 2008, 8:52 pm

One last note, guys - please remember to bring garbage bags to carry out all your own garbage.

We will leave the place absolutely clean. 8)

See you tomorrow!

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Post by hater999 » 08 Feb 2008, 10:00 am

hey guys....

i am new to the website and livin it....

btw can i come to the BBQ meet? is it fine??

i currently have a 2007 LC. i guess it is fine for the desert....

@ prossett

i am hoping u bring a lambo to the meet again.... :happy: :happy:

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Post by albertho555 » 08 Feb 2008, 10:07 am

hater999 >> new or old ... you are now part of us uaeboots !!

'07 or '87 ... see you in Alain :)

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You can log-out any time you like,
But you can never leave !!!!!!!!!!!'

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Post by prossett » 08 Feb 2008, 9:57 pm

Great day - nice people - good cars (no damages! :D )

About, what, 15 cars?

Stone-head, still got sand in your ears??? LOL

It was great to see you guys, and easy dunes way too easy for you - uaeboost drivers, street or sand, they just rock!!! Next time we'll go cross-country! 8)

So who got stuck?? :D

My appreciation to Dubai Desert Club members who joined us - great bunch of people 8)

Hey, most of you guys were driving so much you didn't get to try my Thai Satay!!! :arrow: :wink:

EDIT: I forgot to take pics!!!!!! :$

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Post by Tamu » 08 Feb 2008, 10:31 pm

looks like you guys had fun!!!
so seriously who got stuck?!?!?!
AND WHY ARENT THERE PICS...
PR it was important to see the pics!!... :(



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