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RIDER INFORMATION SHEET 

Logistics

Dubai → Liwa Rally Raid | 17–18 January 2026

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LOGISTICS UPDATE – DXB → LIWA RALLY RAID (PREMIUM PACKAGE)

This section outlines how logistics and support will operate for riders booked on the Premium Logistics Package.

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1. Bike & Gear Loading (Friday – Day Before Ride)

To keep Saturday morning focused on riding, all Premium riders will load bikes and camping gear on Friday, 16th Jan.

Load-up locations: 

• Abu Dhabi residence: NYUAD 📍 https://maps.app.goo.gl/naU4RHxxeXLiFrPv6?g_st=ipc

• Dubai residence: KTM Dubai 📍 https://maps.app.goo.gl/7x2aL3fbuSdnWMT26

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Support vehicles will be loaded with:

• Bikes

• Camping gear

• Personal gear bags and your food and drink of choice

Exact load-up times will be shared directly with Premium riders.

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2. Saturday Start – Transport to Ride Start

On Saturday morning:

• Abu Dhabi convoy departs at 4:30am 📍 https://maps.app.goo.gl/naU4RHxxeXLiFrPv6?g_st=ipc

• Dubai convoy departs at 5:30am 📍 https://maps.app.goo.gl/7x2aL3fbuSdnWMT26

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Support vehicles with riders and bikes will travel to 📍 ADNOC Al Faqaa, which is the official rally raid start point at 7.30 am

At Al Faqaa:

• Bikes are offloaded

• Riders gear up

• The desert section begins from this point, together with the Base Package riders

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3. On the Ride – Support & Tracking

• Riders are led and swept by designated ride leaders

• Lead and sweep communicate via 2-way radios

• A DMD2 group will be used for live rider tracking

• Support vehicles remain on tarmac only, moving between planned refuel points using shared coordinates and going off-road where necessary.

• Rider progress is monitored throughout the ride to manage timing and safety

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4. Refuelling & Hydration

• Fuel provided at planned refuel stops using 20L Tuff Jugs

• Fire extinguishers are present at every refuel point

• Water refills are available at each stop

• Support carries sufficient water and basic refreshments for hydration top-ups

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5. Camp Night (Overnight Stop, Midway 17th Jan) ⬅

Location point: 📍 https://maps.app.goo.gl/UVSi7baRGob9SnrA8

If we set up camp anywhere within this area or between the roads, Al Sahil, E65 (east of camp point) or E45 (West of camp point), there are flat off-road trails for cars to connect these roads easily. 

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At the overnight camp:

• Support will set up a shared fire

• A basic cooking/coffee station will be available

Riders are responsible for:

• Pitching their own tents

• Cooking their own food

• Managing personal gear and equipment

This is a self-sufficient camp with logistical support only.

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6. Sunday / Liwa Arrival & Return Transport

Sunday follows the same structure:

• Riders remain on the track

• Support moves between refuel points on the tarmac

At the Liwa endpoint: 📍 https://maps.app.goo.gl/VbhMUrnRiLD2bySW8

• Bikes and gear are loaded onto support vehicles

• Riders are transported back to Abu Dhabi or Dubai using a mix of support vehicle seats and taxis

• Return location will be the original meet-up point

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Logistics Focus

The logistics management approach is built around:

• Structured and predictable support

• Reliable fuel and water points

• Live tracking and radio coordination

• Clear separation of rider responsibility vs support responsibility

This model ensures the rally remains efficient, safe, and manageable across both days.

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📍 GENERAL INFORMATION (Applies to All Riders)

⛽ Fuel Strategy & Checkpoints

• Multiple planned fuel stops along the route

• Riders must start Day 1 and Day 2 with a full tank

• Checkpoints act as regroup locations and support hubs

• Riders may load bikes onto support vehicles (space permitting) when rest or assistance is required

• Premium Package riders have priority for transport at these points

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  🛠️ Camp Essentials & Gear Transport

  • Firewood and basic essentials for eating and drinking will be provided at the camp.

  • Riders must bring their own camping setup, gear bag, and preferred food for the evening.

  • All personal camping equipment and gear bags will be loaded onto the support vehicles at the start of the event.

 

 

 

🧭 Eligibility Requirements (ADV & MX)

🏍️ MX Riders

This rally is MX-bike friendly, with:

• Regular fuel stops

• Checkpoints spaced for smaller tanks

• Options to load your bike and skip ahead if fatigue builds (space permitting)

MX riders who find long soft-sand stretches difficult may temporarily load their bike at a checkpoint and rejoin later.

 

 

🏍️ ADV Riders - Strict Participation Criteria

This rally is only suitable for highly experienced ADV riders due to demanding terrain and long off-road distances.

ADV riders must be able to:

• Ride confidently in deep sand

• Maintain steady forward progress

• Manage their energy and bike handling with minimal recovery stops

• Handle bike drops and soft-sand transitions quickly

• Avoid creating delays that affect overall group movement and support timings

This is NOT a beginner or intermediate ADV ride. Any ADV rider unable to maintain pace may be asked to load their bike onto support transport (space permitting) and move to the next checkpoint for safety and group continuity.

 

 

 

👤 Rider Responsibilities

• Full riding gear is mandatory

• Bikes must be mechanically sound before the event

• Riders must carry water, tools, and emergency basics

• Navigation devices (GPS/Garmin/Phone with GPX capability) required

• Respect restricted areas, fences, and oil-field boundaries

 

 

 

⚠️ Safety & Disclaimer

This event is physically demanding. Participation is at your own risk and - in true rally spirit  “enter at your own discomfort.”

Support is available, but riders are expected to manage their fitness, hydration, and bike condition responsibly.

 

 

📞 Contact & Coordination

For questions, route previews, or package selection, please contact:

 

 Karl – (Planner) Tour Leader - 0566547790

 Thom (Logistics Support) – Tour Leader - 0566017533