ACEDECK ARES X1 | Carbon Fiber 2-In-1 Electric Skateboard - Review Video

[@esk8nyc]

What did you guys think of the video? Is Acedeck one of the best boards for 2022?

[@pawelugowski]

What's the real range for 2wd version? Can it hit at least 50km with 75kg rider (okay let say 80kg with backpack) :P

[@esk8nyc]

@@pawelugowski if you were at a constant speed of 20mph in perfect weather conditions with little incline then yes. The 2WD will definitely get more range though I’m estimating 20-25miles going 25-30mph whole ride

[@masaakisakai6546]

Ares X1 4wd vs Tranzite AWD Roadster hill climb test.

[@godfriedm9991]

Almost perfect. if not because of the dull looking remote, I would give it A+😇

[@esk8nyc]

@@godfriedm9991 Yea the remote should be more premium for the price

[@danielb6347]

The video quality just keeps getting better and better

[@dustincmills]

18:40 I prefer the way you shoot your review videos with no music or commenting so we can hear the board. A+

[@bpchongo-.-]

I love that more people are throwing up vids on eskateboarding. Thanks and can't wait for more content keep up the great vids!!

[@erike7297]

Great review. I got mine in the mail a few days ago Ares 2wd and I’m very happy. Very good looking board 10/10. They must have updated it cause mine came with foam grip tape and a very nice somewhat heavy 4 amp charger with no fan.

[@esk8nyc]

That’s great to hear! AceDeck will always be improving 👌

[@godfriedm9991]

I totally agree with you regarding the remote control that is the only thing that doesn't look like a premium component inside the box. Hopefully, in the near future Acedeck will redesign the remote to something similar like the Onsra and Evolve remotes.

[@esk8nyc]

Yes that would be 🔥

[@AdamAdam-ej3vk]

@@esk8nyc Hey. I don't understand Range test '' 2wd with only One ESC Connected'', that is, did you test the range on the 2wd model original? or did you change the 4wd mode to 2wd and additionally turned off the ESC in the remote control? question it makes sense to buy a 4wd to enjoy its power but when I want to change to 2wd removing everything front: motors, pulleys, belt, etc. to the original 2wd weight? Is it too much work and best to choose either 4wd for power or buy a 2wd for longer range?

[@esk8nyc]

@@AdamAdam-ej3vk Well if you want that power and range I’d just go for 4WD. The ESC is a bit of a pain to take out but honestly you don’t have to take it out. Basically what I was saying in the video is that when your 4WD board is off you can turn on only one ESC and connect your board in 2WD mode as if the board was a 2WD. This way of 2WD will definitely give you the most range because changing from 4WD to 2WD on the remote doesn’t actually disable the ESC it actually limits the power by put out less amps to the front esc so you still have good acceleration and braking with the heavy weight of the 4WD board. How ever this will still affect your range, 2WD mode will definitely get your more range but actually turning off one of the ESCs and pairing it in 2WD will definitely give you even more range. It won’t give you as much range was the 2WD version because of the weight however I’d also recommend you take the front belts off so there is less resistance. And if you wanna convert it into 2WD you can simple buy a AceDeck front Truck from their website and simply take out the whole front end with the truck bolts no problem 👍

[@esk8ooligan]

Hey Dude...nice vid, but I do have to correct you. The Nobleman TQ-1 pads are NOT 100% carbon fiber. I just reviewed them. Even on the Nobleman website they indicate that it is a PVC/Carbon fiber mix. If you look at the end, it is way more PVC than carbon fiber. The carbon fiber is more of a veneer (.25mm or .5mm) than full carbon fiber. As you say, protection is very important on these boards, and making sure the info on the protection is accurate is just as important. Well done on the ACEDECK review. Mine arrives on Wednesday. Can't wait to get my hands on it and review it. Looks like a beast.

[@esk8nyc]

Thank you for the correction and yes safety should definitely be a concern. The carbon fiber outer layer definitely adds a nice touch tho for protection and looks overall. Let me know how the AceDeck is 🔥🔥🔥

[@mr.e_from_nyc]

Awesome vide.. put together very swell and extremely informative Great job hommie… 🙌🙏

[@esk8nyc]

Appreciate it Brodie

[@skfunk4550]

Awesome video. I watch ESK8UNITY's vids too, the more decent quality full videos the better. So much choice these days of boards can be a bit too much for a newbie into e boards so this helps a lot

[@Bearforceone]

I have to be real here, esk8unity is not a fast growing channel and it's because they have no idea what they're talking about. It's grown men with less knowledge than my younger brother. They do speed and range tests on two boards that use different wheel types and think that comparing them is going to show accurate results, and when I mentioned this to them they argued with me for days. I'm sorry but if you want to actually learn anything from eskate watch Dkwan.

[@Dodge-gh9om]

Nice review, lol im 50ish and looking for a good e board. Prayers needed havent really road since high school.

[@umarrauf9331]

nice video man, really good info ! Quick question, how does this stack up against propel endeavor. I am trying to decide which one should I buy for everyday use. I want to be able to ride long distances without getting tired too soon. I was dead set at propel but then saw this one at a meet and kinda dig how this board looks and feels

[@esk8nyc]

Propel definitely has a larger battery however if your going to commute I think the AceDeck is a better option because it’s thinner, faster and the 8inch tires are definitely good enough for street and off-road use even tho it has no suspension

[@umarrauf9331]

@@esk8nyc hmm, that does make sense, but how's the comfort on the acedeck vs propel, lets your exploring the city riding for a few hours v(That's what I want to do on my board), does the suspension on propel helps or is it more or less the same?

[@esk8nyc]

@@umarrauf9331 if your going to be riding over side walks, cracks and crappy roads then you won’t really feel a difference. The suspension really plays a role if you accidentally hit a large pot hole or ran over some large bump. Also the suspension will help off terrain because the board is constantly fighting the conditions

[@umarrauf9331]

@@esk8nyc aah, thats a great insight, I normally ride a lot on footpaths (also where I live its illegal to ride on roads on these), I dont ride fast really, 20-30KM max, so I stay on the footpaths to avoid cars. Thanks for the response man. That really helped

[@esk8unity]

veryyy well done. GREAT job dude

[@esk8nyc]

Thank you bro when’s that barrel coming?

[@esk8unity]

@@esk8nyc fedex says it should clear monday.. so im thinking thurs at the latest

[@gauravbathija6783]

Would you recommend the Acedeck Ares X1 or the Propel Endeavor Pro 2 for a beginner just learning to ride?

[@esk8nyc]

Both boards are very different in their own category. Are you planning on doing a lot of off-road or mainly street?

[@gauravbathija6783]

@@esk8nyc Mainly street riding. I was thinking the propel's suspension would smooth out bumps making it easier to ride everywhere. But it seems not as maneuverable as the X1. So, I'm not sure if I should go for more stability or maneuverability.

[@esk8nyc]

@@gauravbathija6783 the Propel isn’t really that stable either those springs could make the board bounce causing you to speed wobble. The Ares X1 doesn’t really have maneuverability as well because of its TKP trucks. The AceDeck is probably more stable in my opinion I was able to 35mph easily no issue.

[@Bearforceone]

One suggestion for the videos would be increasing mic volume. It's very quiet. Other than that it's a good vid!

[@dustincmills]

Wish AceDeck had a remote like Evolve has.

[@esk8nyc]

That would be nice tbh or they could use the Flipsky VX3

[@esk8ooligan]

Esk8 NYC, I received the X1 and have a very important question for you. In my initial two an only ride tests of this board, did you get deep enought into the battery that you reached the low battery vibration? And if so, were you at about three bars on the remote? And if so, did you board just all of sudden shut down? On my first test ride, the low battery indicator hit the controller. About five blocks later the board did a short hesitation and then all of sudden shut down. It actually locked up the rear left wheel and left a skid mark. I obviously ran off the board. I contacted ACEDECK and they asked if had done the update…of which I hadn’t because I knew nothing of the update that needed to be done. I then did the update the next morning. Charged the board. Took the board out for another test ride, and it did the same thing except this time the low battery hit the controller and two seconds (and I do mean two seconds) later the board just died. In both cases the board would not turn on as the battery was dead. I know if both cases the remote indicated there was at least three bars or about 30% of the battery left. I am curious if you saw this in your testing

[@esk8nyc]

That’s odd when I did the testing I drained it all the way to the very last bar. At some point it would start to slow down and the board would stop moving but the brakes would still work. I didn’t have any wheel lock up or anything but what update where they talking about?

[@esk8ooligan]

@@esk8nyc Hey Dude...thanks for the reply. I received the board on the 15th and had the issue on the 16th. Then on the 16th they asked if I did the update. I told them I knew nothing about an update. They sent me the message and it said, "Do not ride the board until you do the update." I got that message after I got the board and had already ridden it. So, there is an update between the controller and the ESC that has to be done on 2WD and 4WD boards. I did the update, and the issue occurred again after the update. You may want to contact them to see if your board requires the update. They don't explain what the update covers...just that you need to do it. I am glad your board drained to the last bar. This one just abruptly dies with about 25-30% still in the battery...according to the controller. You don't know when it is exactly going to happen, and it will throw you off the board. The first time it locked up the rear left wheel. The second time it did it, I got the low battery vibration and then it just died immediately...had to tow it seven blocks back to the house. Based upon another KZbinr who you and I both know, he had the same issue and they replaced his battery. I firmly believe this is a battery issue. I appreciate your response. Thanks. And thanks for your vids. You do a really good job!!

[@esk8nyc]

@@esk8ooligan I’ll ask them about that and yes that is scary I go with traffic so I can’t imagine my wheel locking up with cars behind me. Thank you bro appreciate it 🔥

[@Rip9NinerRider]

Great video, you never talked about how customize the remote later in the video. I have the 2WD X1 and I can't find anywhere that explains what the variables change. BTW I am a 200lb rider and I get 25-30 miles on a charge averaging 22-26mph. Of course the 2WD version does get better range.

[@esk8nyc]

I just realized that I will explain it in the comment section now

[@Rip9NinerRider]

@@esk8nyc Thanks, I think it is a great feature of the remote and board but AceDeck doesn't document the information anywhere.

[@esk8nyc]

@@Rip9NinerRider I’m pretty sure it explained how to use it in the Manual but I posted a comment of how to use the remote

[@Rip9NinerRider]

@@esk8nyc Thanks for the info, yes the things you outlined are covered in the manual. However there is an advanced menu by pressing the function button 8 times. This allows you to change acceleration curves, top speed, and braking for every ride mode. Unfortunately they don't break down what the variables are and what they control. Some I can guess at by their name, others not so sure. You did teach me something by hitting the power button to scroll through display info, never saw that in manual.

[@esk8nyc]

@@Rip9NinerRider The Advanced setting shouldn’t really be played around with it doesn’t really have anything where it could make the board perform better. If pretty much displays the acceleration curve for the modes and other setting which shouldn’t really be played around with

[@velebrz]

Awesome review. How much would you say the performance of 4WD used in 2WD would change if you took off the belts? The overall performance difference didnt seem that big at all in the comparison video - i presume it was just done via the remote?

[@esk8nyc]

You’ll notice a difference in performance for acceleration but for range 2WD will definitely help. 4WD also has stronger brakes so you feel more confident if your riding aggressively.

[@velebrz]

@@esk8nyc thanks for the quick reply. I think I was unclear when stating the question : Im wondering what is the difference in performance of the 4WD board, if one uses the switch to 2WD via the remote, OR if one also additionally takes off the belts? If you have any idea how do those two compare to a normal 2WD version.....hope this is clear I dont know why I find it so confusing to explain what I mean

[@esk8nyc]

@@velebrzfor 2WD you can easily switch it with the remote. If you keep the belts on both ESCs actually still work, one side will be sending current 100% and the front side will be sending a little current just so the board has better acceleration and hill climb with the weight and extra belts. If you remove the belt and turn off the ESC on the front you will definitely see an increase in range but the acceleration won’t be as fast as the 2WD with both ESCs connected. If you want to see the difference Esk8 Unity and I made a video on his channel you could watch it there

[@velebrz]

@@esk8nyc will do thanks!!

[@spyderman478]

I am really liking this board right here. I hope that the fast charger is in the works for sure. Is there any way that you could tell me the standing area of the board. It seems like a big boy which is great. Just trying to get an accurate drawing on the floor for foot placement.

[@spyderman478]

@@esk8nyc but my question is how large is the standing area 🤷🏼‍♂️🤔

[@esk8nyc]

@@spyderman478 Pardon me 😂 just woke up I looked at my last comment wasn’t even talking about the right thing 😂. The AceDeck is larger than most 2-in-1 boards out there. It’s 46 inch long and 14inches wide. If you have a shoe size 14 and below your chillin

[@spyderman478]

@@esk8nyc no worries. 14 in wide is hella large. Thanks man. 👍🏼

[@esk8nyc]

@@spyderman478 Yeah the concave makes it really comfortable to stand on and you have a lot of room and the trucks are wide so it’s a really stable board

[@esk8nyc]

I forgot to mention how to use the remote in the video so I will explain it in this comment right now How to Use Remote: Power Button- Press Hold to Turn On/OFF Mode Button- Press Once to Cycle Through L, E, S, S+ Reverse/Foward Mode- Press Mode Button TWICE Tank Mode- Press Mode Button FIVE times Change Display Info- Press Power Button ONCE and toggle through

[@YanelisEnriquez-xo1rz]

En que app lo compraste

[@esk8ooligan]

ESK8 NYC, I don't know how much time you have had to really dig into this board, but I found something else that is very interesting and would like to have your input. As I am reviewing the X1, I see that I can access two sub menus for board settings. I noticed that under number 6 (BATT TYPE) of the second sub menu, the setting is 18650. The X1 is advertised as having a Molicel 21700 P42A 21700 battery. If that is the case, why: 1. Is there no option for the 21700? 2. Why is the setting at 18650 as that is a cell with less capacity? 3. Why is there no option for 21700? A Molicel 21700 is a 4200mAh battery with 42A. The 18650 is a 2600mAh battery with 26A. Does the X1 actually have 21700 cells or are the 18650 cells actually being used? I find it interesting there is no 21700 setting if the battery is a Molicel 21700. Thoughts?

[@esk8nyc]

Yeah I saw that I think it was just a Typo or something because the battery is 870wh. I think it’s a pointless setting I don’t think it actually does anything but I wouldn’t really play around in the those setting there isn’t really anything that could really change the performance of the board

[@esk8ooligan]

@@esk8nyc I agree...a rider should be very careful in the eight click menu as some of those settings could dramatically change the performance of the board. When I contacted Acedeck, they said that the tech had just forgot to change it. When I pointed out there was no 21700 option, then I got another excuse that they couldn't disclose this menu option to me...even though it is disclosed in the manual that ships with the board. I am curious...on your board in the eight click menu, what is your motor rotation set to? CW? CCW? When my board arrived, the power port is the tail, and if facing that way, and if the remote direction arrow is pointing forward, the board goes in reverse. If I set the directional arrow in reverse, the board goes forward. I went into the eight click menu and changed the motor rotation to CCW...curious how yours is set up. While I like this board, the more and more I dig into the board, the more and more inconsistencies I am finding. The really concerns me. Thanks Dude for being a sounding board, I hate filling your vids with comments such as this. We really should get a community going in which we can bounce stuff like this off each other. Maybe there is one already...I don't know. Again, thanks Dude.

[@esk8nyc]

@@esk8ooligan It was set in CCW I would just leave it at that. When you connect the ESCs and the board is Facing foward and the remote arrow is toward the front motors spin it’s like FWD. I don’t know if they did that on purpose but yea you would have to pair the ESCs again, and thank you again for asking appreciate it 🔥love the ESK8 room you have set up in your videos 🔥

[@SuperSurr73]

Nice job brother 💪🏻

[@africans1968]

👍👍👍👍

[@SAMO_14]

Good stuff 👍🏿

[@esk8nyc]

Thank you this video is alittle underrated 😂

[@baksetballhighlights5270]

W video

[@2Colossal6]

Yo! Can you tell me the brand and model of your helmet?

[@esk8nyc]

TSG Pass

[@2Colossal6]

@@esk8nyc thanks bro...how do you like it? Are they lightweight?

[@esk8nyc]

@@2Colossal6 very light

[@landsurfin]

AceDeck claims 40 mi range, you only got half that?

[@esk8nyc]

Well yes that’s real world conditions range, if you want to get 40miles you would have to go a consistent speed of 10mph, no hills, no wind, 70F temperature, 165lb weight. This isn’t just AceDeck, esk8 brands in general will advertise the range higher in the best conditions. Same goes to cars with the advertised mpg for example

[@landsurfin]

@@esk8nyc Oh totally, I get that. My boards will get a few mi under the advertised max range. Was just surprised it was half. I already have a 20 mi board, I was thinking of getting the X1 cause it would get me at least 30. Bummer.

[@esk8nyc]

@@landsurfin well don’t forget this is a 4WD board so the 4 motors will definitely drain more power from the battery. 20miles is quite impressive with a 4WD board

[@landsurfin]

@@esk8nyc Ahh I gotcha, I think I misread the info at the end. Anyway great video 🤙

[@Goldenhammer8]

37 mph my ass, prove it man. All marketing lies from your sponsor, please 😂

[@esk8nyc]

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