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Mohamed Samir - 5 years ago

Awesome boat, but there's a bit of censoring going on....what gives? didn't show the trimming on the radio or the water pipe running to the esc.

kd1942 - 5 years ago

Adding batteries in parallel does NOT increase voltage , just capacity. No harm to your equipment.

Fishing With Lou - 6 years ago

you think it's strong enough to hold a fish, while fishing?

TheRcSaylors - 6 years ago

A small fish, yes :-)

Lewis Curnutte - 6 years ago

i live close to East Lynn lake that would be a great bit of fun

Mark Black - 6 years ago

What a perfect day on the water. Especially with the kayaks. Would you mind mentioning how much your kayaks were.

Daniel Singerline - 6 years ago

The boats OK to

Daniel Singerline - 6 years ago

Abby is Beautiful

Brandon Troyer - 6 years ago

They have life jackets for dogs that's great

jason persaud - 6 years ago

I like the Bannana plug lol my only hobby grade rc has bannAs so I can run my other battery as spair

TheRcSaylors - 6 years ago

I suppose with boats it can be handy to help keep water out.

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John McCarthy - 6 years ago

Metal Prop?
HUGE BONUS!
Another Great vid. Nate, & Abby. Good job swimming Popeye!

Outdoor Cory - 7 years ago

What is the plane on the shelf behind you, with floats?

KAB Adventures - 7 years ago

Love watching old vids, I'm watching because of interning the 99k giveaway

percy jackson - 7 years ago

Love this video had to get this boat

Rovadevel Fpv - 7 years ago

This is my favourite video because after watching this video i got hooked on your channel and subscribed. I was choosing between starting my hobby with a car, drone or boat at the time. Thats why your channel was perfect for me.

John Omohundro - 7 years ago

I love this video because the place you’re doing this review looks beautiful, and that boat is so fast! I love that you get to do this from a kayak...looks like fun!

dan stewart - 7 years ago

We're did you get it

Matthew .Plenert - 7 years ago

Please tell me that I see a Yorkshire Terrier at 3:01 or so.

Campur sari555 - 7 years ago

How much...???

TheRcSaylors - 7 years ago

We provided a convenient link for you in our video description box :)

Campur sari555 - 7 years ago

Whare can message RC boat N how much ?

John Liberty - 7 years ago

Wow, so crazy to stumble upon this video since I build the real drives (there are 2 spares) for this boat and our shop builds the engines (two including spare I believe, not my department). It would be really cool if they built an actual replica of the drive (it's not a straight shaft/rudder on real boat) for it also. Love the channel, subbed a few weeks ago, getting back into RC partly due to you two.

John Liberty - 7 years ago

Yes, I just installed/setup new upper gears, inspected, magnafluxed, shafts and lower gears then buttoned it up. Have not meet his son in person but S and his wife are two of the nicest folks you could meet. Sorry about delayed response, don't spend too much time on net. ( old guy here LoL )

TheRcSaylors - 7 years ago

That's so awesome John! We follow Scott free on facebook (the real racer) and just fell in love with this replica. So, you work on the full scale stuff?!?

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crispyspa - 7 years ago

I got mine last week and was fairly impressed. Very good run time but the holeshot has something to be desired. I replaced that 3 blade with a 2 blade M440 octura Brass prop. I had to pull the shaft and sand it down using a drill to spin it and sandpaper to sand it down because the shaft size is a little large for the octura prop. I only took off a couple of thousands to make it fit. The holeshot is greatly improved. It's damn near comes out of the water completely. Top speed seems about the same but I'll have to put a GPS in it to find out.

Michael Duncan - 7 years ago

I have the traxxas Spartan and Make sure y'all oil the motor, and grease the flex shaft, I had to learn the hard way, also that cooling hose make sure the water is always coming out the whole on the side, I'm just letting anybody know out the if your first getting into rc boating, maintenance plays a big role... Nice vid by the way!

crispyspa - 7 years ago

could you do me a favor and measure the battery tray? I already have a bunch of batteries I just want to make sure they fit so I don't have to order different batteries.

crispyspa - 7 years ago

based upon your review of this boat... I just ordered one. it will be a replacement for that little ft012.

Mud Digger RC - 7 years ago

she looks great with the black hair.

Brent Michael - 7 years ago

awesome

Roy Delosreyes - 7 years ago

i love that one i wont that to buy

RC JOE - 7 years ago

Sweet boat guys!!

TheRcSaylors - 7 years ago

Thanks :)

Bill Turner - 7 years ago

You guys are rock stars. Great review.

king Gamer - 7 years ago

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Wayne Glass - 7 years ago

Do you still recommend or do you have another suggestion?

Sean Khan - 7 years ago

You look better with your beard shaved

TheRcSaylors - 7 years ago

Thanks.

Ty Whitehead - 7 years ago

great fpv!

Carl Collins - 7 years ago

Hi TheRcSaylors,

I just want to ask i love the video and the cool name for your and also do you have a link for this boat as i am really interested in buying one myself.

Thanks
Carl

bestamerica - 7 years ago

'
i have 2 great R/C boats are firehawk and villain ex...
both boats are normal motors and NIMH batterys

Steve Fox - 7 years ago

reverse can be added, you may be able to program the esc to allow reverse but if not, simply changing the esc will give you reverse.

TheRcSaylors - 7 years ago

You are correct.

Elysian Dreams - 7 years ago

What brand of float plane is that on the shelf behind you?

Elysian Dreams - 7 years ago

:)
thx -keep up the good work you two

TheRcSaylors - 7 years ago

We have a playlist on our channel of all of the planes we have covered. It's the Beaver.

Elysian Dreams - 7 years ago

Can I get a link, please?

TheRcSaylors - 7 years ago

Picked it up on TowerHobbies. We did a review of it :)

dexter2433 - 7 years ago

at 40 mph it is a bit faster than my fishing boat :-)

Benji - 7 years ago

TheRcSaylors i know
i need one

TheRcSaylors - 7 years ago

Isn't that just crazy!?

Austin Duddy - 7 years ago

Did you have to buy the batterys

TheRcSaylors - 7 years ago

Yes, this model does not come with batteries or a transmitter.

sky man - 7 years ago

is this boat fiberglass or plastic ??

A Lambroia - 7 years ago

Ed WA

sky man - 7 years ago

TY keep the awesome videos coming

TheRcSaylors - 7 years ago

Plastic.

sky man - 7 years ago

should of used oat tap for all of your boats I comes off lot better !!

G56AG - 7 years ago

How big is this boat? Since its out of stock, Hobby King is not showing it at all and the link doesn't work, so we have no idea of its size, its hard to guess just looking at the video.

Route 66 Flyer - 7 years ago

Great video of a great Cigar Racing Boat.

Dance the Skies

Erik garston - 7 years ago

I like Popeye :)

TheRcSaylors - 7 years ago

:-D

Tim Thornburgh - 8 years ago

Was popeye wearing a life jacket?

Adam100A - 7 years ago

Tim Thornburgh yep

DJ AT - 8 years ago

great video by the way

TheRcSaylors - 8 years ago

Thank you!

DJ AT - 8 years ago

how long do you think the low voltage cut off lasts on this?

TheRcSaylors - 8 years ago

Not sure. Hate to ruin expensive batteries :/ The idea is that it has that feature and it gives enough time to bring it back in.

BeardedDragonBornGaming - 8 years ago

first time i took mine out it flipped and damaged a battery I had to throw it away, 4th time out it flipped and 1 of the batteries exploded and turned all the insides black :( managed to clean it up but not been back out.

TheRcSaylors - 8 years ago

Ouch! That sounds awful! Since our first time out we learned to add more velcro and it does an amazing job now.

DJ AT - 8 years ago

does it have low voltage cut off so you can bring it back to you when out of battery

TheRcSaylors - 8 years ago

Yes, we did experience the battery getting low and it really kills the power, but we had just enough juice to bring it in. I would still time driving, or get a low voltage alarm.

DanTDM//TheDiamondMineCartFan - 8 years ago

Slow compared to Traxxas M41 Widebody

Motor Toys - 7 years ago

M41 widebody slow compared to impulse31 v3

TheRcSaylors - 8 years ago

We will have to check that one out :)

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Gregory Johnson - 8 years ago

HOLY SPEED BOAT!!! Really nice Nate/ Abby!!!!

TheRcSaylors - 8 years ago

Thanks Gregory!

Mike Jenneman - 8 years ago

Too bad it's not self righting

TheRcSaylors - 8 years ago

Yeah, that would be a nice feature to have :)

Mike Jenneman - 8 years ago

USE HOCKEY TAPE

Maxiaj FPV - 8 years ago

again a cool review ! thanks for the great video's so far guys! its fun to watch!
by the way every rc boat you need to take off some trottle in the corners;) or you will flip or even break or bend something!

TheRcSaylors - 8 years ago

That's a great tip, thanks Maxiaj!

Fidgety_ Fpv - 8 years ago

is a by nate's WiFi or girlfriend

Daniel Singerline - 6 years ago

Wife

Adam100A - 7 years ago

Roshan Deepak Wi-Fi lol

Mason Ma - 8 years ago

It was a prank

Mason Ma - 8 years ago

that make no sense you idiot

Sergej Nadaždin - 8 years ago

im charging my Revell Control Tide Breaker.i reccomend you to review it it is really nice. its not brushless, but it can go up to 25 kmh.

TheRcSaylors - 8 years ago

That's not too bad for the water! Have fun!

Cody Saylor - 8 years ago

Nice intro :)

TheRcSaylors - 8 years ago

:-D

RC Fun - 8 years ago

How long did the battery's last?

TheRcSaylors - 8 years ago

I think about 20 minutes or so. Depends how hard you run it.

Kenny Bohey - 8 years ago

POPEYE THE SAILOR...!!! I Am Enjoying This & NOW...Back 2 The VIDEO....SEE YAH

TheRcSaylors - 8 years ago

:-D

Kenny Bohey - 8 years ago

POPEYE Watching There... Loved IT...Reminds me of Good Times In Real Boats...Thanks As Always You Guys...See Ya

TheRcSaylors - 8 years ago

Thanks for watching!

TheRcSaylors - 8 years ago

Haha, didn't think of it like that :-D

Michael Rutan - 8 years ago

i got the cousin of this boat the relentless v2 today because of this review. I had such a hard time deciding vs the scottfree. i also subbed. great channel

TheRcSaylors - 8 years ago

Yeah it was a close choice for us too, but we are very glad we could help! Glad to have you on board, thanks for the sub!

Tom Kowalsky - 8 years ago

I Gots To Get A BOAT!
Great Vid. Looks like so much fun you two.
Don't know how you keep these great reviews coming so fast but WHO CARES?
THANK YOU.

TheRcSaylors - 8 years ago

Lol, it's a crazy amount of work, but we love it! Thanks as usual my friend.

a gixxer - 8 years ago

Really nice FPV footage guys. That boat looks really sweet. I might have to expand my R/C collection past just cars and trucks.:)

TheRcSaylors - 8 years ago

I never really thought I would enjoy rc boats until I drove one. I'm sure you will think the same thing ;)

TheRcSaylors - 8 years ago

No doubt. Goodbye hero cams! Thanks for the follow up

xfacemanx - 8 years ago

Hey guys , long time fan. Been watching you for a couple years now and this is my first comment! Wanted to tell you , and I'm sure some one else already has. Is that the y make a Float kit for the camera. It sticks on back of the camera case. Also if your not stuck on name brands ,and I know your not ,as your always looking a good deal like myself! The SJCAM series of cameras is an incredible value.. If we are honest, they made the first excellent knockoff of the GoPro. Read all the old reviews, it got a cult following of the "people in the know". I picked up the same camera you have there in 1080p a year ago for $52 shipped! A couple generations ,and years later, others want into the action cam business too! All the while SJCam evolved also. You can right now as we speak purchase a 4K gyro stabilized Sony sensored, adjustable fov SJCam. The Turnigy Camera is either made by SJCam or by the same manufacturer as it comes with identical accessories. Get SJCam accs. They're cheaper!:)

TheRcSaylors - 8 years ago

Thanks for taking the time to leave a comment xface, and such a great one packed full of tips :-) We will look into these for sure. Thanks for all of your continued support as well :-)

Vendetta - 8 years ago

Wow! You mounted a camera to one! I requested that before in another RC boat video!

Vendetta - 8 years ago

+TheRcSaylors cool! Looked like fun! :) I love how fast these things are.

TheRcSaylors - 8 years ago

Finally got brave enough to throw one on :)

Paul Randall Hicks - 8 years ago

A wonderful review. I will buy one because of your review. :0)

TheRcSaylors - 8 years ago

Well that's cool! You will have some serious fun Paul!

Paul Randall Hicks - 8 years ago

Popeye's ears are so cute showing up in this video. LOL......can you put him in more of your videos????? My Brussells Griffin dog, Rusty, past away. I miss him. But, seeing Popeye in your videos makes Rusty's passing easier. ??????

TheRcSaylors - 8 years ago

Ah Popeye is always good for putting a smile on everyone's faces :) We always try to include him when we can. Sorry to hear about your doggy :(

Paul Randall Hicks - 8 years ago

SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO coooooooollllll!

TheRcSaylors - 8 years ago

Glad you agree :-)

Jeff Brewster - 8 years ago

Sooooooo many toys, so little time........ and cash. yet another RC that's going on my wish list. wonder how fpv would work on something like this. hmmmmmm........

TheRcSaylors - 8 years ago

If I could water proof the fpv system it would be amazing!! Wish lists are good :)

Ineed$ - 8 years ago

Awesome review guys! are you going to be filming your time at Flite Fest also? I wont be able to go this year, so i get to experience it through youtube, lol so hopefully there is lots of video of it

TheRcSaylors - 8 years ago

Yes we do plan on filming a lot. Should be fun! Looking like rain the first couple of days :(

El Deruko 7 - 8 years ago

cooool!

TheRcSaylors - 8 years ago

:-)

melvin hunt - 8 years ago

Awesome reveiw nate & abby it's very fast

TheRcSaylors - 8 years ago

Crazy Fast! Thank so much!

Jacob smith - 8 years ago

Nice video rcsailors keep it up!!

TheRcSaylors - 8 years ago

Thank you very much!

Felix Von der Bank - 8 years ago

Awesome review loved the onboard cam

TheRcSaylors - 8 years ago

Thanks Felix! We though people might like that :)

Ned Botherway - 8 years ago

That's so awesome!!!! Wow!!! As always another great video!! Keep up the awesome videos!!

TheRcSaylors - 8 years ago

Thanks a lot for stopping by Raccoon!

flyingm1 - 8 years ago

Fun vid! So Nate, do you like this boat or not? ;-) It's on my wish list.

TheRcSaylors - 8 years ago

Lol, when I first read your question I was about to go bananas on you.. then the wink face saved the day!

Steve RC - 8 years ago

I love the on-board footage guys! Both directions, that was great, real-time and slo-mo.
It wasn't too tippy with the camera?
Thx for another great review!!!

Steve RC - 8 years ago

Good to know! Thx!
Do you lose the "self-righting" feature with a camera mounted?

TheRcSaylors - 8 years ago

Surprisingly no, not tippy at all. I'm sure I could have rolled it if I tried, but I had her going full throttle and it didn't roll once :)

TheRcSaylors - 8 years ago

Thanks!

Sylvain Arseneault - 8 years ago

I love pypy me too lolll

TheRcSaylors - 8 years ago

Sylvain Arseneault - 8 years ago

Wow its very Nice , but my question do you like Phantom4 , what do you think for this drone , sorry for my english lolll ..., ypu make a very good Job , i love see your Clips its very interesting Mamamillas

TheRcSaylors - 8 years ago

Thanks! Well, we own an inspire, a xiro, but no p4 ;)

David Perez - 8 years ago

Was this actually shot in 2015 as it said on the gopro footage?

TheRcSaylors - 8 years ago

Hahaha, lol no. That was the default time stamp on this new camera. We just need to update that.

TheRcSaylors - 8 years ago

Thank you so very much!

MWRR - 8 years ago

Another fantastic video, Popeye is way too cute - seen him with the drones. I tried to find the camera on amazon but no luck. Do you have a link to be able to find it.

TheRcSaylors - 8 years ago

Thanks so much MWRR, also keep in mind we have all the stuff linked in the description box :)

DougSeger - 8 years ago

http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/uh_viewitem.asp?idproduct=87806

Chris Duncan - 8 years ago

I watch these videos as much for Popeye as I do the RC stuff. I have a beagle and a shitzu, so I'm a big dog fan too.

Glen D. Spicer - 8 years ago

Awesome boat.

TheRcSaylors - 8 years ago

Thanks!

Randall Hill - 8 years ago

I use R/C boat hatch tape, its waterproof and made for r/c boat hatches

TheRcSaylors - 8 years ago

We definitely need to get some!

John Wedrall - 8 years ago

awesomely awesome camera coverage ! ! !

John Wedrall - 8 years ago

:) you're welcome.

TheRcSaylors - 8 years ago

Hahaha, glad you enjoyed it! Thanks!

Slugo's RC - 8 years ago

Great Video Awesome Boat! I really appreciate all the work you do and the editing you do. Lots of work! Thanks Rich

TheRcSaylors - 8 years ago

You are right brother, lots of work goes into the channel, but we also love it! Thanks for stopping by!

RC Hobbyist Extreme - 8 years ago

The same name as mine,so I should get one. I finally got the motor on the MONICA running last night,works great in forward and reverse.I havent got it in the water other than in the bathtub,it is a very stable boat. I need to put the receiver in a rubber balloon after I finish getting all the electronics wired up. next is the led's and the spot light. cabin lights and its going to be one awesome boat,I will bring it on my next trip down so if yours flips over,I can come save it, without a kayak. I want to bring my wife down next summer,we will be looking for tourist things to do while we are there,so keep that in mind. Great review with the camara too. If I ever get into video,I would get that,good price!

TheRcSaylors - 8 years ago

Keep that boat handy, that does sound like a lot of fun! It would go well paired with the Cajun Commander too. We'd love to visit with you guys again :) Such a handy person with mods scott!!