Just Released! Redcat Ascent Brushless Fusion RTR! Redcat Listened

[@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!

[@YurrFilmz]

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

[@markcole6475]

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

[@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.

[@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!

[@JeffSmith-pr1st]

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

[@hikerglenn]

Your concern over the plastic transfer case gears can be remedied with a steel gear set from Redcat part #RER31799 $24.99. I had to go buy a 1/18 Capra after that video, now I gotta go buy one of these! Another great video my friend!

[@souledoutrc8174]

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

[@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!!!!!!!

[@flat-out]

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

[@ares333x2]

I really like the outdoor "unboxing" and review 👍

[@nathanstewart2018]

I paid $399 and put in about $100 extra in mods and even did a few free ones of my own. Im definitely not done but even with just the little bit ive done its a performer. I hated how the cab set forward of the skids and how far the front bumper stuck out so i found a way to move the cab back push the bumper in giving it a better approach angle. Plus it got rid of the body rub.

[@steverolfeca]

Just picked up the Fusion. Was jonesing for a Capra 4WS, but couldn’t face the prospect of expensive upgrades to speed controller, motor, servos, shocks, etc. I took the savings from a Black Friday deal and plowed it into a set of Aztec Predators. Plans are to grease and add Loctite to everything, trim the wheel openings, fit the new tires, then drive the heck out of it!

[@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?

[@nicholasstephey8475]

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

[@Bucky5068]

Redcat has been stepping up huge

[@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

[@rustysglass]

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

[@CrawlersCampRc]

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

[@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.

[@rustysglass]

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

[@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

[@modelcarjedi]

Great review!

[@gpaull2]

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

[@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.

[@andrewrichey7374]

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

[@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.

[@johnbray8855]

Great, honest video! Thanks!

[@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

[@moosejawrc]

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

[@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.

[@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. 👍✌️

[@706Rocks]

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

[@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.

[@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

[@jemshobbies]

Always enjoy the adventures of Sidney and Dogan!

[@donniehunter309]

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

[@OuterLimits_RC]

Great review. Makes me want to get one.

[@thechaosvlogs6904]

Good run Dogan! Congrats on the new real ride too

[@oliverruelas1562]

Subscribed. Amazing review. Thank you.

[@Gibsonlife573]

I think they are pointing and shooting at the Vanquish vrd

[@shaynejenkins446]

They missed.

[@MillyAire]

Turn the battery round

[@617cc]

Just bought one of these from AMain hobbies for 319.99 as a black Friday deal.

[@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 ☝️

[@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.

[@lippedgerm]

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

[@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!

[@StefanSpeedRunRC]

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

[@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.

[@BANTAM53]

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

[@jakobscarbrough8038]

I got the ascent 18 and now really want this

[@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! 👌

[@dillonmccowan1335]

im glad that i got one because it looks fire 🔥

[@RockSideRC]

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

[@AZrcUnkaiged]

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

[@MuncherRC]

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

[@Frankredline]

Yes sirr they did hear you out .

[@hellraizer4820]

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

[@Callahangonefishin]

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

[@JDobbs726]

Awesome truck love the color

[@RockmanRC]

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

[@christophermears7738]

Redcat has come a long way...

[@JKWoods418]

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.

[@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.

[@lessopinion9707]

Great review! Many Thanks

[@raymonde.tanneratomic-rc9370]

It has potential, might get one

[@franklee6301]

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

[@qwerkeyskeebs6632]

its just an expression dude why make a deal on everything

[@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

[@rccrawlerextreme]

Awesome 👏 Thks for sharing bro 😊

[@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

[@AnySumptionBanter]

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.

[@rcboys619]

great video bro. now for some that only has trail trucks whats the better choice redact or stance rtr

[@alvintarrer6914]

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

[@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.

[@malaysiaepicrcfilm]

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

[@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 .

[@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.

[@_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

[@ChupacabraOffroad]

Great review

[@ThaynePope]

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

[@12b_engineer]

that's a comparison I want to see.

[@shaynejenkins446]

no

[@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?

[@vincevargas7892]

BadAss Rig 💪 Need This 💰

[@wood-water-rock]

New to the hobby. Redcat Fusion or VRD Stance?

[@johnricci7935]

I’m looking to buy a crawler what do you think is better the H10 optic or the ascent

[@archerash6695]

Also the tires are a bit softer than the Everest.

[@boombado998]

time to respond dear Traxxas 😂😂😂

[@alexaparicio12]

Nice videos 👏👏💯

[@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.

[@OGRadGrow]

Nice 👍🏾

[@Mrjoshuasjourneyzzz10420]

Nice!!!

[@ghoulmane]

Is it waterproof right out of the box ?

[@vansantsam]

I am not a fan of overdrive or underdrive because they only help is certain situations (mainly in sharp turns and going downhill) but hinder in most others, because the front is always pulling the rear while the rear is not really helping and you loose forward drive and traction.. You basically have front wheel drive with the rear working against the front, holding it back..

[@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?

[@westdesertwheeler]

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]

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

[@rccrawlingaddict207]

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

[@westdesertwheeler]

Let’s see you at a comp

[@rccrawlingaddict207]

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

[@stefan_luptak]

Any idea how to buy this in Europe?

[@nicholasstephey8475]

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

[@harleycarter3982]

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

[@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?