Hi- We were out running DV with my crew and came across one of the OB members, might have been on this run. He was in a Land Crusier - Jack from Florida, said he'd been in Mexico for a few years. He got lost and had a flat tire. We helped him change his tire and knew where his crew was camping because one of our trucks went up to scout it for a spot to camp.
Just a friendly reminder to hold the turns and make sure nobody gets left behind. He was flustered and unprepared with a bottle jack on a busy and rocky road. he had a handheld PTT but no HAM license. I tried to transmit for him but those handheld are only line of sight.
If we didn't come along he would have had a shitty night. It was cold and he was having a crap time.
Anyway, DV is no joke so be prepared and make sure you don't leave anyone behind. Especially at night.
Thank You SashaLee, for stating the importance of "don't leave anyone behind". We are a community of overlanders, adventures and explores it is vital that a practice such as this be implemented as a matter of importance, safety and unconditional pledge when traveling in a community.
I also want to thank your team for the assistance you and your team provided me, not only helping with the change of my tire but you also went out of your way to make sure I was on the right track to catch up to my group to which I was separated.
Thank you again , I hope our paths will cross again perhaps I could join your team when going on other adventures.
Cheers and Safe Travels!
PS SashaLee's group DirtDaysOffRoad.com "Dirt Days Baja Tours"