Just Released! Redcat Ascent Brushless Fusion RTR! Redcat Listened

Run and Review if the Redcat Ascent Fusion brushless RTR RC Rock crawler.
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[@YurrFilmz]

wow... at 399 you get all of this.. just shows how much effort axial/ vanquish/traxxas are putting in..

[@scalebuildersguild]

I wish my math matched like yours, but I didn't do well in math class. Great review my friend, still love those rocks!

[@arthopfer]

Man a year ago I never even gave redcat a second thought. Now with lowriders, and crawlers for the price I’m impressed.

[@boombado998]

the same with me🎉glad to see this brand in europe soon i hope😂

[@rustysglass]

That part!!!!

[@flat-out]

Because lot of rc guys are brand snobs. I've supported Redcat for over 15 years and follow their progress. I'm proud of their improvement and now they have a variety of different type of trucks and cars.

[@arthopfer]

@@flat-out well maybe I was a snob but some of the way older stuff I had would be hard to get parts for when they broke so they’d sit more than run. Not even close anymore though. Parts are way easier to get if they even break now.

[@markcole6475]

Redcat really stepping it up….if that was an axial or vanquish build I’m sure it would be a $600-700 rig.

[@HobbyDrop]

I’m only like 5 minutes in. But this is blowing my mind! This looks sick! I’m super impressed!!

[@anthonyhart6723]

This truck is sick, I'ma need one of these!

[@ares333x2]

I really like the outdoor "unboxing" and review 👍

[@JeffSmith-pr1st]

That was awesome review, I like how you gave its strong points and its weak points without totally bashing the product!

[@franklee6301]

"Redcat listened to me" 😂 Everyone made the same recommendations.

[@qwerkeyskeebs6632]

its just an expression dude why make a deal on everything

[@flat-out]

Red and Black are great colour combo...just like the all the Air Jordans BRED colour schemes.

[@JDobbs726]

Awesome truck love the color

[@souledoutrc8174]

This is an excellent rtr right out the gate. I’m very impressed with redcat

[@Bucky5068]

Redcat has been stepping up huge

[@nicholasstephey8475]

Dogan, I feel all your reviews have been awesome and truthful. Let’s see how this one goes

[@dillonmccowan1335]

im glad that i got one because it looks fire 🔥

[@tykiegortat6358]

Next rig for sure! Really hoping they will add another color option, love the black and red but the black definitely shows the scratches not a huge fan of that! Loved the vid man! Good honest review while wheeling the rig in real time! 👌

[@gibsonlife573]

😮 I'd say it's a heck of a lot more than just $100 upgrade bro you're getting the fusion you're getting the brass you're getting the carbon fiber I mean that's worth it I think I'm going to get one

[@GrimSpeedFPV]

Redcat is on fire!!!! So glad I'm invested and there getting what we want! Very very nice💯🔥

[@brentlykins7281]

Good video as usual sir. I’m excited who answers the call, solid RTRs completely stock, next!?!? Great 👍🏻 job on this one Redcat! My opinion …. Vanquish with the Stance put other companies on notice that a solid rig can be had bone stock out of the box. Hopefully other options are next. The best way to grow this addiction/hobby is affordable solid performance RTRs. Nothing worse then helping someone into the RC world crawling world and they have to upgrade literally right out the box.

[@thindigital]

Redcat are a US base company, that got me into the hobby and I want them to do well. I really hope they take the profits from the Ascent and design some decent high pinion axles and better geometry for steering and suspension. The chunky, unrefined axles dont do any of thier crawlers any favours. Logan, would you recommend this over the Fordyce at its Amain sale price?

[@oliverruelas1562]

Subscribed. Amazing review. Thank you.

[@johnbray8855]

Great, honest video! Thanks!

[@jemshobbies]

Always enjoy the adventures of Sidney and Dogan!

[@jakobscarbrough8038]

I got the ascent 18 and now really want this

[@ordinary7sasha]

When I got my first crawler, it was the Ridgerock and it’s been so awesome crawling and trailing with it, especially on 3s. I’m again awestruck by Redcat today just from watching your video. Thank you, bro. I might get this some day for Christmas gift or something. Peace out from Maryland.

[@ordinary7sasha]

I did find the stock tires on the RR to be underperforming a lot for crawling, so I got the Injora Bully Comps.

[@modelcarjedi]

Great review!

[@GeddyRC]

I just put a Fusion SE in my Capra, along with beadlocks (spent around $150 in total on what was a $400 RTR), and it certainly doesn’t have that body or accents or chassis. $400 for this setup is insane. I don’t have time for crawling lately but I’m highly considering grabbing one of these. They look great and perform very well from what I’ve seen.

[@moosejawrc]

GREAT video Logan. Thank You. That RedCat is a performer!

[@rustysglass]

Got to give it up to redcat they definitely seem like they're paying attention!!!!!

[@TheSocalInitiative]

Great review. Makes me want to get one.

[@gpaull2]

If this had come out two weeks earlier I would have bought it instead of doing a VRD carbon build. 😎👍

[@michaellenheiser3157]

Chalk one up for the underdog! A definite nod to Redcat for listening to the customer. Fusion, Carbon rails are upgrades I would make on any trail/ crawler rig I would buy.

[@MuncherRC]

just got one today! can't wait to check it out! great content!

[@pwrofgrayskull]

Looks like a solid offering from Redcat. I’m impressed, might have to give them a shot. I enjoyed seeing it out in the field instead of solely a bench review. 👍✌️

[@lessopinion9707]

Great review! Many Thanks

[@AZrcUnkaiged]

Great review. Great video. Hope to catch ya in April at the AZ comp.

[@lippedgerm]

What a bargain might be getting 1. Nice video. Spoilt for driving locations where you are. So awesome!

[@thechaosvlogs6904]

Good run Dogan! Congrats on the new real ride too

[@RockSideRC]

They did an awesome job on the truck. Awesome job on the video

[@guest6423]

Great review. Sidney nailed it again! A bogger-style tire is never going to excel on slickrock, but I think it's probably a good design for the mixed terrain most of these trucks will see. I hope that you mount some of your favorites, and get it back out to see how it does on comp rubber.

[@jasonbickford4283]

At 399 i wouldn't complain at all! Think of all the people that will be able to actually afford to get into the hobby/sport! Good job redcat!!!!!!!

[@rccrawlerextreme]

Awesome 👏 Thks for sharing bro 😊

[@laserbeam1620]

Great looking rc truck! Maybe keep the stock tires on until they're good an worn in? They look like they might be good

[@706Rocks]

I came straight to WDW today to see exactly this. Thanks Logan!

[@underarockandstuff]

I am thoroughly impressed with Redcat, Not many companies listen to their customers the way they have in recent years; This is the type of stuff that keeps competition alive in the market. Axial and others would do well to rekonize. Thanks for the review brother

[@rustysglass]

I said it before and I'll say it again I love my fusion motors!!!

[@andrewrichey7374]

Well only the first scratch hurts, after that it’s just patina 😁👍👍

[@ryand4786]

Great video, such a cool rig. I’m surprised they left those wheel flares on considering how much they rub. But there’s too many other good things about this rig, I think I need one ☝️

[@hellraizer4820]

Love the review man!! You and Sydney are killing it on the rocks! lol had to buy one!

[@malaysiaepicrcfilm]

That's a bada*s rig right there. So clean.

[@ChupacabraOffroad]

Great review

[@Callahangonefishin]

Just grabbed the Ascent 18, such a value, but this one, unreal. Great crawling buddy there. Cheers

[@petejones6827]

this may be my first 1/10th scale been rocking with the minis waiting to get into 10th scale this is just a really nice starter ride

[@BANTAM53]

So can't wait to get mine in less than a week

[@raymonde.tanneratomic-rc9370]

It has potential, might get one

[@RockmanRC]

Very nice Car😍🎉👌🏼 thanks for the Video😊🙏🏼 LG Manuel

[@alexaparicio12]

Nice videos 👏👏💯

[@Frankredline]

Yes sirr they did hear you out .

[@christophermears7738]

Redcat has come a long way...

[@StefanSpeedRunRC]

Can’t deni this is a great RTR option from Redcat

[@vincevargas7892]

BadAss Rig 💪 Need This 💰

[@dirtrider88]

7:44 a detail you DID forget was that it has protals.

[@shaynejenkins446]

He was only pointing out the differences in the Original and the Fusion.

[@Yan7001978]

Best bang for the buck for sure! So the only things that's missing is velcro on the side of the body and the battery and metal gear sometimes along the way. Links looks better than the rtr Stance, Vanquish should have put fusion se or at least a 1080. They must do a rtr Stance mid upgrade pack for links, drives shaft and combo. Or make the switch for the next gen rtr Stance. Part brand want to sell parts!

[@Mrjoshuasjourneyzzz10420]

Nice!!!

[@slinginlead1]

I'd love to see you put some good wheels and tires on it and run it again. We all know wheels and tires make a huge difference in a rig.

[@gibsonlife573]

Bro that is so crazy that one line where you had to lay it against the cab I have watched your other trucks get denied right there and to see the red cat try to go up that that's insane

[@alvintarrer6914]

Like that kit,put that on my list,thanks for demo 👍☕️☕️✌️...just a thought rear steer ?

[@OGRadGrow]

Nice 👍🏾

[@Hobz79]

Performing that well on RTR tires is amazing. No matter what tire you get out of the box you'd probably want to get a set that works well in your environment. I wonder how they compare against the TRX-4 Sport and Vanquish RTR tires.

[@gibsonlife573]

Holy crap I've watched other trucks where it's been dug out at the bottom not be able to make it that was crazy man them tires may be really good once you get them scrubbed in

[@SDIR5678]

Gotta say, not a huge fan of Redcat but this does open my eyes to the brand. It'd be interesting to see this truck compared to a capra or other comp style trucks to compare the performance

[@donniehunter309]

Nice. Lovin' that Fusion RTR setup. Hope other companies follow that lead. Its a big cutomer cost saver.

[@Reliknvtr]

I’ll buy one once the blue edition comes out, blue is better-blue is faster 👍

[@annasoming]

interesting you noticed the drive shaft oddly placed in the rear... any idea what or how or why they would do that? glad to hear you seeing the same; redcat basically put out what others had done to their ascent. though i wished they'd gone a little further.

[@Casitascrawlers]

That’s the Black Sid version 😂 but ya nice rig I have the Ascent with a ton of upgrades so it’ll be interesting to run them side by side. A angled chassis would’ve been nice but that’s a heck of a value when you break it down & the performance is very nice the articulation is much better no more front wheel up in the air like the original Ascent.

[@gibsonlife573]

I think they are pointing and shooting at the Vanquish vrd

[@shaynejenkins446]

They missed.

[@josephwoods6926]

Need to change the mounting location of the front shocks on the axle like they do on the DSM carbon chassis and leave the rear in the stock. Definitely remove the internal springs. Have my wife's setup almost exactly like this one but with the DSM chassis.

[@boombado998]

time to respond dear Traxxas 😂😂😂

[@MrBowser2012]

I’m a newb, and I’ve had my eye on this truck. Do you think the tires would run better in a non-sandstone rock environment?

[@_blood_moon_proto_1500]

small question, whats your favorite wheel tyre pairing and electrics set up? looking for a good all around set up, if it helps to know i live in an area that can be wet and slippy, dry and dusty with area's of grass

[@robertsteele8003]

Got a ? For ya Brother, where does the Ascent fit In comp wise? Class 1 I'd assume, Class 2 but the flat skid would be a huge disadvantage.

[@user-iw6yt4jb9u]

New to the hobby. Redcat Fusion or VRD Stance?

[@iandobbs7823]

So should i consider this a legit option vs a Vanquish RTR now? My step son and i wheel together and hes getting a redcat 1/10th so i now am shopping for my first 1/10th.

[@user-bn8dj9yx6j]

Do you think this could stick with the stock vanquish vrd stance

[@12b_engineer]

that's a comparison I want to see.

[@shaynejenkins446]

no

[@ghoulmane]

Is it waterproof right out of the box ?

[@archerash6695]

Also the tires are a bit softer than the Everest.

[@traildevil67]

That's why you paint lexan body's from the inside. Then your paint doesn't scratch off. Plenty of how to's on here.

[@craigpimlott204]

Not if you do it right never painted a lexan body inside in twenty years .never liked the fake plastic shine it gives painted inside .

[@nicholasstephey8475]

lol pro tip. Don’t make life hard when you don’t need to. Check

[@danthehomelessman5533]

Thank goodness they dropped weight to add weight? So if you are adding a bunch of extra weight why is the carbon fiber frame important again?

[@westdesertwheeler2666]

Because they took weight out of the chassis and added it to the axle. It’s not about total weight it’s about where the weight is.

[@danthehomelessman5533]

@@westdesertwheeler2666so you are really blowing out that 60 - 40 ratio?

[@harleycarter3982]

I love the channel but dude that didn't do all this from what you said to do

[@jasonlockard1918]

Does the doggie approve of it lol

[@gabrielmoreno4116]

Which fusion motor is it?

[@andrewfinke2167]

It's the fusion se 1800kv

[@rccrawlingaddict207]

Now you've been bought and paid for? Lets see you take it to your next comp?

[@westdesertwheeler2666]

Let’s see you at a comp

[@rccrawlingaddict207]

@@westdesertwheeler2666 If it wasn't at the other end of America, I would be there. Are you going to bring your FREE Ascent?

[@vlozity]

This is the first crawler body from redcat that looks decent, everthing they had in the past was crap :D Still not buying anything from redcat, not a fan of the other products... I just look at crawlers.

[@dirtrider88]

nothing like 20% overdrive with protals from the factory but with a fucking chassis mounted servo. is it trying to be a purpose built crawler or not?

[@shaynejenkins446]

SORCCA points?

[@robgoffroad]

I'm so glad I didn't buy the first one.

[@crissman1787]

Just ordered one for my girlfriends 7 yr old son. Hes going to shit

[@frankie2499]

Please trim the body before the next video 😅

[@vdel9036]

So, the black dog didn't eat the red cat... Seems to be a perfect chassis under an ugly body. 😉

[@kylewinter1137]

Lose the music. Part of the reason I’ve enjoyed your channel for as long as I have is because I haven’t been forced to listen to the awful music that every other KZbinr thinks they need to have in the background. I can’t even finish watching this video.