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TRAILBORN

More than a club. More than a convoy. A brotherhood.

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Trailborn
4x4 off-road convoy on the trail
Chennai · Est. 2024

Built for theWild.

Where Passion Meets Off-Road Adventure — an exclusive 4x4 off-road community exploring Tamil Nadu and beyond.

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265+Active Members/
42+Trails & Meetups/
62,000+Monthly Social Reach/
284x4s in Peak Convoy/
4+Interstate Expeditions/
2Championship Wins/
01Who We Are

Morethanaclub.Abrotherhoodforgedonthetrail.

TRAILBORN is an exclusive 4x4 off-road community based in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, bringing together passionate off-road enthusiasts who share a love for adventure, exploration, responsible off-roading, and brotherhood. More than just a vehicle community, we are a family that promotes teamwork, skill development, safety, and unforgettable experiences through trails, expeditions, training sessions, meetups, and social initiatives. Beyond adventure, the club actively contributes to society through flood rescue operations, food distribution, and emergency relief during natural calamities.

2024

Founded in Chennai

265+

Active members

Convoy at sunrise
Trail recovery
02Why Join Us

Thecodewelivebyoneverytrail.

These aren't slogans on a wall. They're the rules that decide who we ride with and how we treat each other when things get hard.

Brotherhood Over Competition

We ride as one family. The friendships forged on the trail matter more than any finish line.

Safety Before Speed

Driver briefings, convoy discipline, spotters, and recovery protocols — safety is the highest priority at every event.

Adventure With Responsibility

We push boundaries while respecting nature, local communities, and the trails we are privileged to explore.

Learn Together, Grow Together

Every trail is a learning experience. We share knowledge freely so beginners become confident off-roaders.

Respect for Nature

Responsible off-roading means treading lightly and leaving every terrain better than we found it.

Teamwork & Discipline

Six marshal groups, strong event discipline, and members who all contribute to the club's success.

By the Numbers

Twoyears.42+trails.Onerule.

Built one sunrise at a time — here's the club in numbers.

0+Active Members
0+Trails & Meetups
0+Monthly Social Reach
04x4s in Peak Convoy
0+Interstate Expeditions
0Championship Wins
03Leadership

Ledbypeoplewho'veearnedeveryline.

Founders, mentors, and squad leads with decades of combined trail time — and a shared obsession with bringing everyone home safe.

Meet the Team
Mr. Aravind Shankar
Founder

Mr. Aravind Shankar

Founder & President

For Aravind, off-roading was never just about driving a 4x4 — it's about chasing experiences and creating memories with like-minded people. He founded TRAILBORN in 2024 to bring 4x4 owners together as one family, where beginners are welcomed, knowledge is shared, and safety comes first. His belief: 'The destination is never the best part of the journey — it's the people you travel with and the stories you create along the way.'

  • Sets club direction and culture
  • Leads expeditions across Tamil Nadu
  • Champions safety-first, responsible off-roading

Adventure Enthusiast · Off-Roader · Community Builder

Mr. Aravind Shankar
President

Mr. Aravind Shankar

President

As President, Aravind leads club operations with the same philosophy he founded it on — 'Collect moments, not things. Buckle up and drive.' He has organised numerous off-road trails across Tamil Nadu, creating opportunities for enthusiasts to learn, explore, and experience the true capability of their vehicles safely.

  • Oversees all club operations
  • Coordinates the marshal groups
  • Final call on event go/no-go

Founder & President, TRAILBORN

Priya Nandhini
Vice President

Priya Nandhini

Vice President

Priya built the club's mentorship program from scratch. If you joined as a nervous first-timer and left grinning, odds are she designed your first trail.

  • Heads the mentorship program
  • Coordinates training calendar
  • Member welfare

8 years off-roading

Dinesh Raj
Core Committee

Dinesh Raj

Recovery Lead — Core Committee

When a 4x4 is buried to the axles, Dinesh is the calm voice on the radio. He has led over 1,500 recoveries without a single injury.

  • Leads the Recovery Squad
  • Maintains recovery gear standards
  • Trains winch & kinetic recovery

9 years off-roading

04Squads & Special Teams

Everytrailrunsonspecialists.

Recovery, marshals, medical, media, and event crews — each squad owns a piece of keeping the convoy safe and unforgettable.

All Squads
Special Team

Recovery Squad

Recovery

Winches, kinetic ropes, and ice-cold nerves. When a vehicle is stuck, this team turns hours of struggle into minutes of method.

Lead

Dinesh Raj

24

Members

Special Team

Marshal Groups

Marshal

TRAILBORN operates through six marshal groups led by Hari, Rizwan, Aakash, Pranav, Manoj and Sameer. They coordinate convoy movement, participant management, safety protocols, communication, and overall event execution.

Lead

Hari, Rizwan, Aakash, Pranav, Manoj & Sameer

6

Members

Special Team

Medical Response

Medical

Certified first-responders embedded in every major event, carrying trauma kits and the calm that emergencies demand.

Lead

Dr. Anitha Rao

12

Members

05Training

Wetrainyoubeforewesendyou.

From your first day in 4L to expert rock-crawling, our mentor-led programs turn nervous first-timers into confident, capable off-roaders.

All Programs
01

Beginner Off-Road Orientation

Beginner1 day

Your first day in the dirt, with a mentor beside you. Learn the controls, the language, and the confidence to say yes to your first trail.

  • 4H vs 4L explained
  • Reading a trail line
  • Throttle & brake control
  • Convoy basics

Led by Priya Nandhini

02

Recovery Fundamentals

Intermediate1 day

The single most important skill in off-roading. Learn to get yourself — and your convoy — unstuck safely.

  • Recovery point identification
  • Snatch straps & dampers
  • Traction boards
  • Communication during recovery

Led by Dinesh Raj

03

Winching Masterclass

AdvancedHalf day

Steel and synthetic, anchors and angles. Winching done wrong is lethal; done right, it's unstoppable.

  • Anchor selection
  • Synthetic vs steel line
  • Snatch blocks & double-line pulls
  • Load management

Led by Dinesh Raj

04

Convoy Discipline

BeginnerHalf day

A convoy is only as safe as its least disciplined driver. Spacing, signals, and the rules that keep everyone home for dinner.

  • Safe spacing
  • Hand & light signals
  • Hold-and-wait protocol
  • Marshal commands

Led by Mohammed Faizal

05

Radio Communication

Beginner2 hours

Clear comms save trails and lives. Learn the protocol, the etiquette, and the calls that matter.

  • Channel discipline
  • Standard call-outs
  • Hazard reporting
  • Brevity & clarity

Led by Karan Mehta

06

Vehicle Preparation

BeginnerHalf day

Your 4x4 is more capable than you think — but only if it's prepped. The checks and basic mods that matter most.

  • Pre-trail inspection
  • Recovery points
  • Essential vs optional mods
  • Fluids & tyres

Led by Dinesh Raj

06Terrains

Mastereverysurfacethewildthrowsatyou.

Mud, sand, rock, forest, water, and the technical lines that string them together. Drag through and find your next challenge.

All Terrains
Mud
IntermediateBeginner OK

Where momentum is everything

Mud

Slick, unpredictable, and gloriously messy. Mud rewards smooth throttle and punishes panic. Read the ruts, pick your line, and let the tyres find grip.

Sand
IntermediateBeginner OK

Float, don't dig

Sand

Soft sand is a momentum and flotation game. Air down hard, stay in the higher rev range, and never stop on a climb. The desert is patient — you shouldn't be.

Rocks
Advanced

Slow is smooth, smooth is fast

Rocks

Rock crawling is a chess match at walking speed. Wheel placement is everything. One spotter, one driver, infinite patience — and the 4x4's articulation does the rest.

Forest
BeginnerBeginner OK

Tread lightly, look far

Forest

Tight, root-laced, and ever-changing. Forest trails test patience and machine control while demanding the lightest footprint. Respect the canopy that hosts you.

River Crossing
Advanced

Walk it before you ride it

River Crossing

Water hides everything — depth, current, and the rock that ends your day. We never cross blind. Walk the line, read the flow, and commit only when it's safe.

Hill Climb
Advanced

Commit or coast — never hesitate

Hill Climb

Steep climbs reward decisiveness. Choose your line at the bottom, keep steady momentum, and trust the low-range crawl. Hesitation mid-climb is the enemy.

Technical Trails
Expert

Every metre is a decision

Technical Trails

The graduate exam. Mixed obstacles — off-camber, ledges, ruts, and water — strung together with no easy line. This is where training pays off and ego stays home.

07Gallery

Dust,adrenaline,andthemomentsinbetween.

Every recovery, ridge line, and bonfire — captured by our Media Squad. This is what your weekends could look like.

Full Gallery
08Upcoming Events

Thenextadventureisalreadyonthecalendar.

Expeditions, family camps, charity drives, and sunrise trail runs — there's a way in for every skill level.

All Events
Monsoon Mud Trail
Trail RunUpcoming
12 July 2026 Mudichur, Chennai

Monsoon Mud Trail

The first big rain churns the Mudichur tracks into proper slush. A wet-traction and recovery-focused run — mentors paired with every first-timer.

Intermediate
Yelagiri Hills Expedition
ExpeditionUpcoming
9–10 August 2026 Yelagiri Hills, Tamil Nadu

Yelagiri Hills Expedition

A two-day overland weekend up the Yelagiri ghats — hill climbs, a hilltop camp, and a sunrise descent. Convoy discipline and a recovery brief on day one.

Advanced
Independence Day Convoy Drive
Trail RunUpcoming
15 August 2026 Mahindra World City, Chennai

Independence Day Convoy Drive

Our annual flag-day convoy — the most beginner-friendly drive of the year. Open to mentored first-timers with stock vehicles.

Beginner
09Calendar

Planyournextdrive.

Past, present, and upcoming — the whole convoy schedule at a glance.

July 2026

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Monsoon Mud Trail
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  • 12 JulMonsoon Mud Trail
10Past Adventures

Wherewe'vealreadybeen.

A look back at recent trails, camps, and drives.

ECR Palar Republic Day Sand Trail
Trail Run
26 January 2026 ECR Palar, Tamil Nadu

ECR Palar Republic Day Sand Trail

A Republic Day sunrise run on the Palar sand beds — momentum, tyre pressures, and a few first recoveries of the year.

Intermediate
Kolli Hills 70-Hairpin Climb
Expedition
14 December 2025 Kolli Hills, Tamil Nadu

Kolli Hills 70-Hairpin Climb

The legendary seventy hairpins, then off the road onto the forest tracks above. A full-day climb that tested everyone's hill-descent control on the way back.

Advanced
Mudichur Rock Terrain
Trail Run
30 November 2025 Mudichur, Chennai

Mudichur Rock Terrain

Technical rock crawling close to home — line choice, spotting, and slow-speed control under the marshals' eyes.

Advanced
09Member Stories

Fromnervousfirst-timerstoconvoyleaders.

Don't take our word for it. Here's what the brotherhood means to the people who live it every weekend.

“I joined terrified, with a bone-stock 4x4 and zero experience. My mentor rode shotgun on my first three trails. Today I lead rookie convoys. This club doesn't just teach you off-roading — it builds you.”
Ravi Shankar

Ravi Shankar

Member since 2024 · Stock 4x4

“As a woman who'd never touched 4L, I worried I wouldn't fit in. I was wrong. The brotherhood here is real and it includes everyone. I've never felt safer pushing my limits.”
Meena Krishnan

Meena Krishnan

Member since 2025

“The recovery training saved my trip — and later, my friend's vehicle from a flooded crossing. The discipline this club drills into you is the difference between an adventure and a disaster.”
Arun Prakash

Arun Prakash

Member since 2024 · Recovery Squad

More than a club. More than a convoy. A brotherhood.

Yourfirsttrailiscloserthanyouthink.

Bring your 4x4 — stock is welcome. We'll bring the training, the recovery gear, and a convoy that never leaves anyone behind.

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