The Newest Ascent 18 Apex Beast!

The Redcat Racing Ascent Apex 1/18 crawler is here, and it’s bringing big capability to the small-scale RC world! In this video, we take a deep dive review into the Brushless Ascent Apex — covering its design, features, trail performance, and where it fits in among other 1/18 scale crawlers. We’ll look at: ✅ First impressions & design details ✅ Suspension, tires, and performance ✅ How it compares to other small-scale crawlers ✅ Final thoughts — is the Ascent Apex the new 1/18 crawler to beat? Brushed vs Brushless Speed Test:    • The Redcat Brushless Ascent-18 Power Wagon...   Whether you’re into RC crawling, trail trucks, or small-scale RC adventures, this one’s worth checking out. 👉 What do you think of the Redcat Ascent Apex? Would you add it to your crawler lineup? Drop your thoughts in the comments below! Pick up your Ascent Apex here: https://www.redcatracing.com/?ref=TMf... Or here: https://www.redcatracing.com/products... Join us in the redcat ascent 18 facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1EZW... #MiniRC #RedcatRacing #RCCrawler #RCRockCrawler #RCOffroad #RC #Redcat #Ascent18 0:00 Intro 2:05 Box Opening 4:25 Overview 12:20 Power Up & Transmitter 15:30 Over/Underdrive 17:25 Weigh In 18:20 Wheels & Tires 20:09 Compare Axles & Links 25:24 Measuring Links 28:31 Actual Link Lengths 28:35 Other Measurements 33:32 Motor Compare 34:34 Running It 39:11 Final Thoughts Find all of our communities here: https://TheShopHobbies.com Join this awesome Mini RC Discord Chat:   / discord   Purchasing from these links may or may not help support the channel, depends on the link! (But they are here for your convenience.) We have shirts and stuff: https://my-store-4267224.creator-spri... Join this channel to get access to perks:    / @theshopminirc   RC Gear: JoeRopes Lanyard and RigRopes: https://www.joeropes.com/shop?TheShop... Flysky Noble NB4 PRO: https://amzn.to/3ntJooM Flysky Noble NB4: https://amzn.to/3ZsA4Pt Ovonic X1 Charger: https://amzn.to/42TYF2j Ovonic Mate1 Lipo Battery Charger: https://amzn.to/3JYPsgy 900 Pcs Washers for Screws: https://amzn.to/3TFt6FQ 1200PCS M1.6 M2 M2.5 M3 Screws: https://amzn.to/3J0DmDz 560 Pieces M2.5 Button Head Socket Cap Screws Washers Nuts Kit: https://amzn.to/3PK9XBi 125 Pcs M3 Counter Sunk Screws: https://amzn.to/4agX6Pq Bench Gear: CowRC: https://cowrc.com/?ref=TheShopMiniRC E6000 Craft Adhesive 3.7 oz Pack of 2: https://amzn.to/4eAGfbD E6000 Craft Adhesive 3.7 oz: https://amzn.to/3AMJzm5 SKYRC Wireless Corner Scale Setup: https://amzn.to/3TTMvVk AMIR 28 IN 1 Cordless Mini Electric Screwdriver Set: https://amzn.to/3VIAD6i The Sickest FIELD BENCH - Turtle Labs: https://turtlelaboratories.com/produc... Pro'sKit 900-015 Helping Hands Soldering Aid: https://amzn.to/3DkNkfx Lifegoo Heat Insulation Silicone Repair Mat: https://amzn.to/3Luf44d SCX24 Toolset: https://amzn.to/35mjXgh ANBES Soldering Iron Kit, 60W Adjustable Temperature Welding Tool: https://amzn.to/3u7Owjq UNIWEIGH Gram Scale Digital Pocket Scale: https://amzn.to/3u71oWT Servo plug splitter: https://amzn.to/3Z7678j Recording Gear: SmallRig 1/4" Camera Hot Shoe Mount: https://amzn.to/3UxNhrb ULANZI Super Clamp Camera Clamp 360° Phone Tripod Mount: https://amzn.to/3ui7Tt0 Blue Yeti USB Mic: https://amzn.to/3J4Bnf4 Apple Lightning to USB3 Camera Adapter: https://amzn.to/3LvwaP6 Pasow USB A Male to A Female Extension Cable (50 Feet): https://amzn.to/3J4Bnf4 Camera Stand 1: Custom Built Camera Stand 2: https://amzn.to/3wJszZH Camera Stand 3: https://amzn.to/36wqwgZ Camera Stand 4: https://amzn.to/36xhSib 70 LED Video Light 5600K USB Studio Lighting: https://amzn.to/3lK56Rq DISCLAIMER: This video is purely for entertainment value, any and all replications of any experiments, projects, and creations or similar are the sole legal responsibility of the person(s) involved in replicating them. The Shop - Mini RC can not be liable for any information or misinformation, wrongful use, damage to personal property, injury, death or any circumstances that result from replication of any projects or information given in the video or description. Build something awesome, but be safe while doing it!