Very nice Mr. Mad !!! You never disappoint with rc boat vids!!! I just missed out on a deal for a TFL genesis!!!!! I was bummed!!! Your the only channel I watch on fast rc boat vids !!!! Keep up the great work. Glad you got the new proboat !! Still waiting on the Valvryn F1 from proboat. Have a great week!! Be safe, God bless!! From all of us here in Minnesota!!
yeah-nice,looks like from now on we do not depend on glassy water anymore ;once dialed in correctly, you`ll see 70 easily-thanks for first impressions.
I’m about to buy a new boat and have narrowed it down to either the Sonicwake 36 or the Veles 29. Any recommendations between those two boats? Buying both right now isn’t an option. Thanks
My Sonicwake does 71mph with an aftermarket prop and 54mph with the stock prop sharpened and balanced and 52mph with the stock Raw prop. Here are links to all the videos71mph here ua-cam.com/video/mlhg8ESVuVQ/v-deo.html 52mph here ua-cam.com/video/yVwXywRdEvA/v-deo.html and 54mph ua-cam.com/video/zCVpaeYr_6E/v-deo.html
Nice man! I've been checking that boat out. Love the self righting feature! I'm sure it was the wind but it looks like a replica of the Voracity 36 hull. I had a time keeping that boat in the water!🤣 but I'm sure they've re-engineered this one. "Remember where you saw it at" lol Love it!! She'll be Haulin the mail before you know it! Great vid bro!😎👊🍻🤟
any suggestions for battery choice? Would like top speed when i want to.. but also get some longer runs when i want to.. (obviously less throttle I'm sure is the answer). I have been playing with an older nitro boat and that guy goes much slower, but lasts for quite some time w/o a break. Any suggestions for a first electric boat? thanks in advance.
around 5 min will be max with this boat or any FE boat. I wouldn't recommend any mah higher than 6,000mah because weight becomes an issue and can overheat due to the added weight. I run 5,000mah packs. This boat would be a great first Fe Boat. The TFL Pursuit is a good on as well.
@@mtterry1 there is one battery tray that can take 2 batteries plugged into the series harness on the esc. If you use only 1 6s pack you will need a jumper plug to plug into the extra plug on the esc.
Also I noticed my strut bushing every time I pull the propeller shaft out the strut bushing comes out with it I thought the strut bushing was supposed to be in there snug. I bought a new strut bushing housing and new bushings and they're still play there where that bushing moves forward and backwards. That's not correct is it?
MrMad2424 that being said I should only leave the gap about 1 mm in width at the tail end of the bushing where the shaft slides into that bushing correct
If I could trouble you to tell me what camera you are using and what amount are you using for your head so I can buy the exact same thing yours looks like it works perfectly for what I would need
It doesn't take that long. (20 seconds max). This was my first ever run with the boat and I didn't want to cross thread one because it felt like it was turning tight. So I took them out and reinserted them so I was sure they went in correctly.
You ever get this boat to run without trying to flip? I want it but I haven't seen a video of someone yet that can run a straight line without flipping
@@MrMad2424 thanks I appreciate it I'm looking at getting a new prop now I hit something with mine and must have been a stick that was under water because luckily they put that Breakaway bolt on the rudder because it pulled that out put a big old Nick in one of my prop fins so thank you I'm trying to find another prop that's not stock
Hi.. another excellent vid😊👍 could you recommend a brushless motor that would suit this boat thats an upgrade, ive purchased the sonicwake with verocity trim tabs, fins, adjustable stinger, i only purchased the hull and added bits as this boat cost $950 plus frieght in New Zealand
Thanks! You using stock motor mount? Because it only takes 36x74mm motors unless you do some cutting... The stock motor has pretty good balls as is. Check out this run ua-cam.com/video/mlhg8ESVuVQ/v-deo.html
@@MrMad2424.. yes stock mount.i checked the dynamite 1900kv motor and that'll cost in NZ over $200,leopards and TP are real cheap here so i need an alternative motor, my props are dasboata x440-x445 and a racing dasboata 1914 abc 48mm, i wouldn't mind using the 1914 prop, i didnt know the motor mount only took 3674,thanks for sharing that..i checked out the vid yes thats fast must be chris hoffmans props doing it plus your skills😊👍
Don't use the extremely large props because this boat flips a lot and the rudder sometimes comes in contact with even the stock prop (which is around 43mm) from the flex and things moving in ways they normally wouldn't from the impact of the water.
@@MrMad2424.. great thanks for that.. same as the shark props hit and destroy the prop so ive limited my steering to not hit the prop and it handles amazing going right but not as much steering to the left and now run a 44mm,wont use the 48mm good advice😊ive purchased a 110mm stinger also just incase i can go past the rudder.. I will have to find a 1900 to 2100kv motor and get a decent prop from chris, what prop did chris send you for this upgrade, o dont want as fast as yours my pond is not huge but then the modellers pond just opened up again its huge man made but salt water sucks..
Nice! You are only going to get around 5-7 min max with these boats due to the amp draw. You need good batteries in the 5,000mah -6,000mah capacity (the mAh rating is the fuel tank so to speak higher mAh= longer runtime). Just make sure the c rating is at least 60c or higher on what ever batteries you choose. The boat takes 6s and is equipped with a series connector on the esc which is set up for 2 x 3s packs to make 6s. I would suggest using 2 of these 3s lipos here chinahobbyline.com/shop/detail/414
First off you put out top notch boat reviews, been a subscriber for a few years now and enjoying every vid. So I'm currently running two Joysway boats the Bullet V3 4s and the Rocket V2 3s, both fantastic boats IMO. Now i'm looking to upgrade the collection to a 6s boat. I do like the self righting on the Sonicwake and right now it is my number one pick. I also notice that you haven't tested a Spartan yet. Seems like that is the closest competitor to the Sonicwake. What would you go with if you were to venture to 6s for the first time?
Thanks so much for the nice comment. I''d get the New Impulse 32 if you want a mono. It's not self righting but a great boat. Between the Sonic and the Spartan I'd go Sonicwale. I dont own a Spartan but I've messed with a few. Sonicwake is much better and has self righting.
What do the have in front of the batteries (blue rag)? Is this what you mean by adding weight or was it stick on weights? How much weight would you say you added and where exactly was it placed in hull? Thanks. My sonic 3 will be here in a couple of days. I have my eyes set on the 70mph class...
What kind of batteries are you running? Took my Sonic wake out with dynamite 5000mah 50c batteries and they got a bit puffy running completely stock! And that's just 1 run. I'm afraid to go run it again and mess up the batteries. It was pretty hot as well.
I normally run SMC or Revolectricx70c or higher. If you run them down too low they will puff about 4 min of wot and you need to bring it back in with 5000mAh packs.
@@MrMad2424 so at least 70c? Does the mah matter as much? Also my boat leans on the left side and has a big turning radius when I'm not going fast. Is that normal?
mAh is how long they will last. Get some good name brand of at least 50c dischare rating. I just like to use 79c and 90c packs. Yes it will have a large turning radius when not on plain.
I need support, I have a sonickwake so far I have swam without sticking the tape on the flap and you know after turning over the water is inside. yesterday I taped the tape and after 1 turn I would say that the same amount of water was in the middle, where the water gets ?? if the boat does not capsize, there is no water.
If you tape the hatch then there is no way water can get in unless it's upside down for a long period. You might check the flood chamber and make sure it's not leaking by pouring water down it. Tape the holes up so it will fill all the way up and check for leaks Inside.
Dude I did my maiden run with mine yesterday and got 64mph as well with just a prop swap! Octura X645 for me. Which prop was this on? Now I have the supersonic from Hoffman on order then it's go time
@@MrMad2424 wow that's amazing! So the 445 and 645 seem to perform closely given we probably weren't using identical Batts. I'm going to have to let down just a tad I think on the tabs with the Hoffman prop but I just want to break 70. Trying to smoke a few supercharged jet skis for some video 😂
Did you run Chris's Sonic3 prop for this one or the stock prop #MrMad2424? I just ordered one from Dasboata and I should have it in a few days!!!!! yahoooo - going for a record :)
This seems so jumpy, can’t get more than 50 feet of normal, smooth boating. This is smooth water from what I see? Looking to buy this simply because of the self rightening. Other than that doesn’t seem great at first glance. Thoughts?
You can't expect to put a prop on a boat and it be dialed in on the first run....give me a minute and I'll give you something to talk about....Here's another one... ua-cam.com/video/yVwXywRdEvA/v-deo.html
hi MrMad2424, i currently have the veles 29'' and am thinking of selling that and replacing it with the sonic wake 36 in the video. what are your thoughts on both boats and if you would compare them or had to choose what would it be. great videos! wish i had a freshwater lake nearby like that. thanks tommy28183
Veles is much more stable boat. The sonicwake is pretty flighty at times and could use some aftermarket trim tabs because the factory ones bend easily and upsets the handling of it.
@@MrMad2424 thanks for your reply really appreciate it, ill keep the veles in that case and work on a fool proof recovery boat. only had the boat a year next week so you can imagine how much use it had out of it what with lock down in the uk. Great videos all the best👍🏻
Nice ride, I just got 1 during the weekend and enjoyed it, quick question, does the water spit out of the outlet for water cooling ? I saw water came into the tube but did not see water came out of the outlet.
That's it sweet boat specially with the self righting feature. And a nice run. Would you mind if you can tell where to get a better coupling got the UL19? Thanks
Nice boat, I'm thinking about getting one of these, there's three or four boats I've been looking at, the Traxxas Spartan, the Sonic wake, the stealthwake, what one would you recommend?
First time putting the hatch on and one screw started cross threading....when your boat goes 73mph I want to make sure the hatch is secure. Thanks for watching!
I've asked you questions in the past I appreciate all your help but I am a little stumped I have two of these boats exactly the same bone stock I got my boat to drive perfectly by just bending the trim tabs down just a smidge in the boat is perfect. My friend bought a boat same one to be exact and it is all over the place pulls to the right under for throttle I duplicated his boat with my boat same battery same weights that I had to add to the front inside the hull trim tab position and turn fin position in this boat is the most unstable thing I've ever driven. Could you please help
Yes I'm sorry the boats are bone stock everything is completely stocked nothing is done at all. Mine is perfect and his is just all over the place under full throttle it pulls to the right and then when you let off the throttle it goes back to the left I just don't know what else to do
MrMad2424 ok I'll order one now Thank you so much. I'll get back to you once I install it and run it. Also the rudder has some slop in it I'll try to tighten that up as well.
I'm still working the handling out on this one. This boat will flat out eat a Spartan's lunch though. Check out my latest run. ua-cam.com/video/Cje_aSDwxns/v-deo.html
Go with the pro boat i have a spartan had a m41 like the sonic wake better then both them way more stable then spartan an if it doea flip who cares the spartan U R SOL
@@MrMad2424 Thank you!! I did order the supper sonic prop from Dasboata yesterday do you think that prop will do good with my sonicwake 36? How many minutes you think the 2 3s 5000 amp lipo batteies can do before discharge?
@@joseandrade1946 the supersonic is a speed pass prop only. About two passes and batteries will be down close to 3.85v a cell using it. The x445 will be fine to run the entire pack with and most runtime will be 3-4 min for any FE boat.
So is the prop the only upgrade? And did the other video have an upgraded prop? I don't mean to bombard you with questions, but I'm a boat guy too, and I'm thinking of buying one.
Hello! I’ve been thinking of upgrading my stock 120a esc to something a bit larger for cooler running temps and just less head aches! I’ve been through two stock ones already lol Any great recommendations for this boat ??
MrMad2424 thank you brotha! Leaning towards the dynamite 160a. Also, do you think the stock 4 pole motor can handle running on 8s as I always notice it runs at very cool temps even while running it fairly hard? Just curious
MrMad2424 makes complete sense 👍🏽 do you plan on ever upgrading the motor? Stock is solid and never had an issue with it but I’m always for improvements 😁
Huh 3 mins sure goes by quick will get some 8500s see how it does ran again this morn on an off full throttle runs got about 15 mins of fun def lovein the boat
It feels pretty solid. It's made out of thick abc plastic. I've heard of a few breaking during a few hard crashes, but I also heard of fiberglass boats breaking to. Its not a bad boat.
Been waiting for your test of this boat for a while .... Looks beautiful and very promising indeed ! Voracity got a fine replacement ... ! Abc prop prepared by Chris ?? Cheers !
Yes it has reverse but it's not intended to be used in reverse because the drive cable is meant to be spun in one direction and it can unwind if you spin it backwards using reverse.
Nice run👍 However the voracity was way more in control with these winds. Great that proboat send you their first production 👍 Self righting is great and makes the hobby even more enjoyable
Dear Raphael, start sending MrMad some boats! I purchased my Veles because of this man's videos, and ended up with 4 more ProBoats. Would love to see what you could do with the Zelos 48G.
The Veles is an overall better quality boat since it's Fiberglass, however this one has the self righting which may be the better option if you want that. This is a better play around with and not care type of a boat versus the Veles being more of a race type boat.
I Like the paint job & colors but that's about it the hull can't handle the speed very well at least compared to the TFL Pursuit. On the other hand the TFL yellow or skull paint scheme is not my cup of tea. Perhaps paint the Persuit to look like this Sonicwake & we have a winning combination. 👍👍
Try straight runs i think you'll fine out it's not that fast maybe 55 tops . When the boat flips from back to front it adds extra speed , that's what i found out on my Impulse 31 V1 . I also have the Voracity 36 deep-V E .
My Sonicwake does 71mph with an aftermarket prop and 54mph with the stock prop sharpened and balanced and 52mph with the stock Raw prop. Here are links to all the videos71mph here ua-cam.com/video/mlhg8ESVuVQ/v-deo.html 52mph here ua-cam.com/video/yVwXywRdEvA/v-deo.html and 54mph ua-cam.com/video/zCVpaeYr_6E/v-deo.html
MrMad2424 I ran the sonic wake 36 the other day, first time in the water on 6s, 75% throttle wouldn't get me going much, turned it to 100% it'll get up on a plain and run but it doesn't scream. ..feel like it should be alot louder and faster , didn't have a gps on it but I don't think it got over 30...just trying to get it figured out, I'm new at this
first comment!! lol......nice run as always .gotta love those dasboata props, why did they ever stop giving the dx2e with boats? these new tx are gay .
I just want to say to all the non RC guys that put comments on here if you know nothing about RC boats cars or planes keep your mouth shut that boat is going 60 plus easily I had a 60 size Outrigger that did 72 and that boat didn't look much slower
@@MrMad2424 I've seen that video of the zonda and bought one! Just like my rare bear Rc plane 187mph and dip shits comment's are stupid my pitot tube is accurate and so is our Radar gun..
Good point! That's why I don't guess on speeds...I always rely on my gps devices to show the speeds and not my mind. How fast does this video look like it's going? 52-53mph??? ua-cam.com/video/mlhg8ESVuVQ/v-deo.html&lc=UgyYulmLfZ8jIGvQ_d54AaABAg
Watch my New Sonicwake 36 v2 hit 83mph here ua-cam.com/video/OcKWj3mHdJk/v-deo.html
Very nice Mr. Mad !!! You never disappoint with rc boat vids!!! I just missed out on a deal for a TFL genesis!!!!! I was bummed!!! Your the only channel I watch on fast rc boat vids !!!! Keep up the great work. Glad you got the new proboat !! Still waiting on the Valvryn F1 from proboat. Have a great week!! Be safe, God bless!! From all of us here in Minnesota!!
Thanks John! That sucks on the Genesis!
yeah-nice,looks like from now on we do not depend on glassy water anymore ;once dialed in correctly,
you`ll see 70 easily-thanks for first impressions.
Thanks!
if while driving the led flashes red and loses speed, it is a weak battery or an overheated ESC
if its soon in the run then your battery is weak. get good name brand packs with 65c or higher rating.
I’m about to buy a new boat and have narrowed it down to either the Sonicwake 36 or the Veles 29. Any recommendations between those two boats? Buying both right now isn’t an option. Thanks
First boat probably the Sonicwake. The Veles 29 handles better but you need rescue rig if it flips. Ths sonicwake has self righting.
@@MrMad2424 Thanks for the information!
No problem!
Can't wait to see what it does with better conditions. 63 that thing is moving.
Thanks!
My Sonicwake does 71mph with an aftermarket prop and 54mph with the stock prop sharpened and balanced and 52mph with the stock Raw prop. Here are links to all the videos71mph here ua-cam.com/video/mlhg8ESVuVQ/v-deo.html 52mph here ua-cam.com/video/yVwXywRdEvA/v-deo.html and 54mph ua-cam.com/video/zCVpaeYr_6E/v-deo.html
I ordered a sonic 2 from dasboata, is it comparable to this m445?
Yes it should be depending on your battery and strut setup.
Nice man! I've been checking that boat out. Love the self righting feature! I'm sure it was the wind but it looks like a replica of the Voracity 36 hull. I had a time keeping that boat in the water!🤣 but I'm sure they've re-engineered this one. "Remember where you saw it at" lol Love it!! She'll be Haulin the mail before you know it! Great vid bro!😎👊🍻🤟
Lol! I had to! Thanks wildman!
any suggestions for battery choice? Would like top speed when i want to.. but also get some longer runs when i want to.. (obviously less throttle I'm sure is the answer). I have been playing with an older nitro boat and that guy goes much slower, but lasts for quite some time w/o a break. Any suggestions for a first electric boat? thanks in advance.
around 5 min will be max with this boat or any FE boat. I wouldn't recommend any mah higher than 6,000mah because weight becomes an issue and can overheat due to the added weight. I run 5,000mah packs. This boat would be a great first Fe Boat. The TFL Pursuit is a good on as well.
@@MrMad2424 what model 5000mah would you suggest. And and when people say they are running 6s, does that mean they are running two 3s, or two 6s?
@@mtterry1 smc tru spec 5,000 mAh work good . 6s is 6s. If you have one 6s pack or two 3s in series its still 6s.
@@MrMad2424 I know there is two battery back slots on the boat. So is max capacity two 6s, or two 3s. Still trying to learn a bit
@@mtterry1 there is one battery tray that can take 2 batteries plugged into the series harness on the esc. If you use only 1 6s pack you will need a jumper plug to plug into the extra plug on the esc.
Also I noticed my strut bushing every time I pull the propeller shaft out the strut bushing comes out with it I thought the strut bushing was supposed to be in there snug. I bought a new strut bushing housing and new bushings and they're still play there where that bushing moves forward and backwards. That's not correct is it?
It's a "floating: bushing It's meant to spin inside the strut.
MrMad2424 that being said I should only leave the gap about 1 mm in width at the tail end of the bushing where the shaft slides into that bushing correct
@@Rcenthusiast90 Exactly.
MrMad2424 👍🏻👍🏻
If I could trouble you to tell me what camera you are using and what amount are you using for your head so I can buy the exact same thing yours looks like it works perfectly for what I would need
What your favorite prop for this boat
stock prop for bashing, super sonic 3 from dasboata for speed.
Why does it takes so much time to settle the screws
What exactly do you mean by that?
It doesn't take that long. (20 seconds max). This was my first ever run with the boat and I didn't want to cross thread one because it felt like it was turning tight. So I took them out and reinserted them so I was sure they went in correctly.
how do you know when the battery is about to die dose it slow down or somthing
It will slow down and surge enough to get to the bank. Best not to run batery down to low though it isn't good on them.
What is the best boat out of those sonic wake the v2 or v1
v2
You ever get this boat to run without trying to flip? I want it but I haven't seen a video of someone yet that can run a straight line without flipping
It can be tough to tune....ua-cam.com/video/mlhg8ESVuVQ/v-deo.html
Could you send me the link to the prop??
This prop was the Sonic 2 prop from dasboata. Best to email him at dasboata@aol.com His site is www.dasboata.com
What type of lipo batteries brand did you use??
I use SMC, Revo, Gens Ace, and some Power Hobby batteries.
Nice run dude !!! :)
Thanks!
Would be lovely to see some more details of the boat it self also 😍
@@EmilWilkensRC see this thread...lots of pics. www.rcgroups.com/forums/showthread.php?3129880-new-proboat-sonicwake-36-self-righting-mono
What exact prop size are you running I went on their website and I couldn't find the exact one if you don't mind
This was a Octura x445
@@MrMad2424 thanks I appreciate it I'm looking at getting a new prop now I hit something with mine and must have been a stick that was under water because luckily they put that Breakaway bolt on the rudder because it pulled that out put a big old Nick in one of my prop fins so thank you I'm trying to find another prop that's not stock
@@jaredsnyder3369 imo the stock prop handles the best for general bashing.
What's the batteries setup?
2x3s 5000mah in series making 6s
Thank you very much!
No problem!
Will that pond freeze up over winter?
It did a couple times last year. But normally not.
Hi.. another excellent vid😊👍
could you recommend a brushless motor that would suit this boat thats an upgrade, ive purchased the sonicwake with verocity trim tabs, fins, adjustable stinger, i only purchased the hull and added bits as this boat cost $950 plus frieght in New Zealand
Thanks! You using stock motor mount? Because it only takes 36x74mm motors unless you do some cutting... The stock motor has pretty good balls as is. Check out this run ua-cam.com/video/mlhg8ESVuVQ/v-deo.html
@@MrMad2424.. yes stock mount.i checked the dynamite 1900kv motor and that'll cost in NZ over $200,leopards and TP are real cheap here so i need an alternative motor, my props are dasboata x440-x445 and a racing dasboata 1914 abc 48mm, i wouldn't mind using the 1914 prop, i didnt know the motor mount only took 3674,thanks for sharing that..i checked out the vid yes thats fast must be chris hoffmans props doing it plus your skills😊👍
Don't use the extremely large props because this boat flips a lot and the rudder sometimes comes in contact with even the stock prop (which is around 43mm) from the flex and things moving in ways they normally wouldn't from the impact of the water.
@@MrMad2424.. great thanks for that.. same as the shark props hit and destroy the prop so ive limited my steering to not hit the prop and it handles amazing going right but not as much steering to the left and now run a 44mm,wont use the 48mm good advice😊ive purchased a 110mm stinger also just incase i can go past the rudder.. I will have to find a 1900 to 2100kv motor and get a decent prop from chris, what prop did chris send you for this upgrade, o dont want as fast as yours my pond is not huge but then the modellers pond just opened up again its huge man made but salt water sucks..
The three blade "super sonic" prop he crafted up.
Just ordered one for my husband. What's the biggest battery I can get him for the longest run time ?
Nice! You are only going to get around 5-7 min max with these boats due to the amp draw. You need good batteries in the 5,000mah -6,000mah capacity (the mAh rating is the fuel tank so to speak higher mAh= longer runtime). Just make sure the c rating is at least 60c or higher on what ever batteries you choose. The boat takes 6s and is equipped with a series connector on the esc which is set up for 2 x 3s packs to make 6s. I would suggest using 2 of these 3s lipos here chinahobbyline.com/shop/detail/414
First off you put out top notch boat reviews, been a subscriber for a few years now and enjoying every vid. So I'm currently running two Joysway boats the Bullet V3 4s and the Rocket V2 3s, both fantastic boats IMO. Now i'm looking to upgrade the collection to a 6s boat. I do like the self righting on the Sonicwake and right now it is my number one pick. I also notice that you haven't tested a Spartan yet. Seems like that is the closest competitor to the Sonicwake. What would you go with if you were to venture to 6s for the first time?
Thanks so much for the nice comment. I''d get the New Impulse 32 if you want a mono. It's not self righting but a great boat. Between the Sonic and the Spartan I'd go Sonicwale. I dont own a Spartan but I've messed with a few. Sonicwake is much better and has self righting.
Where can I buy these props?
Chris Hoffmann dasboata@aol.com is his email.
MrMad2424 Thank you, I love your work by the way
@@cameronwhite69 Thanks! Appreciate that!
What batteries and prop are you running?
m445 and Revolectrix batteries I believe on this run.
Awesome thanks!
What do the have in front of the batteries (blue rag)? Is this what you mean by adding weight or was it stick on weights? How much weight would you say you added and where exactly was it placed in hull? Thanks. My sonic 3 will be here in a couple of days. I have my eyes set on the 70mph class...
That's a piece of blue pool noodle that I use to wedge in to keep some other batteries from shifting.
I just got this boat today and I was looking at the prop but can't seem to find the right one is there anyway u could send me the link.
This prop was a Octira x445 from dasboata.
@@MrMad2424 did you have problems with motor overheating at all
on stock prop no over heating issues with 5000mah lipos.
How long does the battery last? And does it have lipo cut off
4-5 min WOT with 5 - 6000mAh packs
What kind of batteries are you running? Took my Sonic wake out with dynamite 5000mah 50c batteries and they got a bit puffy running completely stock! And that's just 1 run. I'm afraid to go run it again and mess up the batteries. It was pretty hot as well.
I normally run SMC or Revolectricx70c or higher. If you run them down too low they will puff about 4 min of wot and you need to bring it back in with 5000mAh packs.
@@MrMad2424 so at least 70c? Does the mah matter as much? Also my boat leans on the left side and has a big turning radius when I'm not going fast. Is that normal?
mAh is how long they will last. Get some good name brand of at least 50c dischare rating. I just like to use 79c and 90c packs. Yes it will have a large turning radius when not on plain.
It leans to one side because the flood chamber fills up with water while not moving and the water comes out when the boat starts to move.
I need support, I have a sonickwake so far I have swam without sticking the tape on the flap and you know after turning over the water is inside. yesterday I taped the tape and after 1 turn I would say that the same amount of water was in the middle, where the water gets ?? if the boat does not capsize, there is no water.
If you tape the hatch then there is no way water can get in unless it's upside down for a long period. You might check the flood chamber and make sure it's not leaking by pouring water down it. Tape the holes up so it will fill all the way up and check for leaks Inside.
@@MrMad2424 ok, the boat lies on my back maybe 5 seconds, and I pour out about 20-40ml of water
Dude I did my maiden run with mine yesterday and got 64mph as well with just a prop swap! Octura X645 for me. Which prop was this on? Now I have the supersonic from Hoffman on order then it's go time
Nice! That prop was a x445 I ran. My best was 73.xx with the supersonic when we were developing it.
@@MrMad2424 wow that's amazing! So the 445 and 645 seem to perform closely given we probably weren't using identical Batts. I'm going to have to let down just a tad I think on the tabs with the Hoffman prop but I just want to break 70. Trying to smoke a few supercharged jet skis for some video 😂
@@motortoys9942 Hahaha! Nice that would be funny.
@@MrMad2424 I've got it planned out and setup haha. If it's calm, he is toast 😂😂
Where can I get one of these x645 or x445 props? Are they both made by Octura? Which would have longer run time ? Sorry so many questions.
Haulin ass!! Total badass video!!
Appreciate that Bro!
Did the esc in the boat already come calibrated?
yes
hello, I'm french, can you give me the diameter of this props and its pitch?
thank you
1.4x45mm
Waiting for your test of this boat, with stock prop, sharpened and balanced ....
My guess : 56-57 mph ......
Cheers !
It is in the hands of Chris Hoffmann as we speak.....
So if things stop working in middle of lake, any tips getting it back without swimming? Lol
watch this video. ua-cam.com/video/C_xgzEDXuGM/v-deo.html
@@MrMad2424 hahahaha ok fine you got me...thx
@@x1area51ii7 Lol!
@@MrMad2424 rescue boat additional $$$ dang this hobby expensive.. lol
What batterys u runnin an roughly how much run time jus got one not to impressed with run times at all
about 2-3 minutes is all I will push mine on(2) 3s 5200mah. You can get 7400mah and should have decent runtimes.
What brand batteries do you run, or prefer to run?
Did you run Chris's Sonic3 prop for this one or the stock prop #MrMad2424? I just ordered one from Dasboata and I should have it in a few days!!!!! yahoooo - going for a record :)
No that was a M445
This seems so jumpy, can’t get more than 50 feet of normal, smooth boating. This is smooth water from what I see? Looking to buy this simply because of the self rightening. Other than that doesn’t seem great at first glance. Thoughts?
Here you go!ua-cam.com/video/mlhg8ESVuVQ/v-deo.html
You can't expect to put a prop on a boat and it be dialed in on the first run....give me a minute and I'll give you something to talk about....Here's another one... ua-cam.com/video/yVwXywRdEvA/v-deo.html
hi MrMad2424, i currently have the veles 29'' and am thinking of selling that and replacing it with the sonic wake 36 in the video. what are your thoughts on both boats and if you would compare them or had to choose what would it be.
great videos! wish i had a freshwater lake nearby like that.
thanks tommy28183
Veles is much more stable boat. The sonicwake is pretty flighty at times and could use some aftermarket trim tabs because the factory ones bend easily and upsets the handling of it.
@@MrMad2424 thanks for your reply really appreciate it, ill keep the veles in that case and work on a fool proof recovery boat.
only had the boat a year next week so you can imagine how much use it had out of it what with lock down in the uk.
Great videos all the best👍🏻
@@MrMad2424 sorry to be a pain , what would you recommend as a recovery boat ?
Nice one man!
Thanks!
Nice ride, I just got 1 during the weekend and enjoyed it, quick question, does the water spit out of the outlet for water cooling ? I saw water came into the tube but did not see water came out of the outlet.
Thanks. Yes it does come out the exit port if its not clogged
That's it sweet boat specially with the self righting feature. And a nice run. Would you mind if you can tell where to get a better coupling got the UL19? Thanks
Thanks! Here is the coupler you want for the UL-19 www.offshoreelectrics.com/proddetail.php?prod=oct-ocfhe5mm15S
@@MrMad2424.. Thank you
@@MrMad2424 hi, will this coupler also work for the sonicwake?
@@boobiegbb no you need one for 5mm shaft and .187 cable.
@@MrMad2424 thanks!
What battery specs where you using?
I believe those were 2 x 3s 5800mah Revolectrix 435
Is that a flooding chamber? Out of the box? Nice
Thanks. Yes it comes with the flood chamber.
Nice boat, I'm thinking about getting one of these, there's three or four boats I've been looking at, the Traxxas Spartan, the Sonic wake, the stealthwake, what one would you recommend?
Thanks! Out of the three the sonicwake.
I think it depends if you're looking for the self righting feature - boat flips, SonicWake is the only boat that will turn itself over
you sure them screws are done up bud?
First time putting the hatch on and one screw started cross threading....when your boat goes 73mph I want to make sure the hatch is secure. Thanks for watching!
@@MrMad2424 good point! haha
Mind boggling fast bro, absolutely rips, sounds like the god of all devils coming at you 🤣🤣🤣
Thanks!
to help with boat flying up put little 2oz 3oz fish wait in the boat an it will help keep the nose down
Thanks!
Can do that with tabs to
I've asked you questions in the past I appreciate all your help but I am a little stumped I have two of these boats exactly the same bone stock I got my boat to drive perfectly by just bending the trim tabs down just a smidge in the boat is perfect. My friend bought a boat same one to be exact and it is all over the place pulls to the right under for throttle I duplicated his boat with my boat same battery same weights that I had to add to the front inside the hull trim tab position and turn fin position in this boat is the most unstable thing I've ever driven. Could you please help
Is he running the stock prop?
Yes I'm sorry the boats are bone stock everything is completely stocked nothing is done at all. Mine is perfect and his is just all over the place under full throttle it pulls to the right and then when you let off the throttle it goes back to the left I just don't know what else to do
Possible weak servo not holding making it unstable.
MrMad2424 ok
I'll order one now Thank you so much. I'll get back to you once I install it and run it. Also the rudder has some slop in it I'll try to tighten that up as well.
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Hi there, any water leaking problem for your Sonicwake?
No water issues with mine.
Hey,
do you use hardcase or softcase Lipos?
I like to use soft cases if possible. But I have some hardcase I run from time to time.
I've been debating to get this or the Traxxas Spartan. Which one do you know of has better handling?
I'm still working the handling out on this one. This boat will flat out eat a Spartan's lunch though. Check out my latest run. ua-cam.com/video/Cje_aSDwxns/v-deo.html
Go with the pro boat i have a spartan had a m41 like the sonic wake better then both them way more stable then spartan an if it doea flip who cares the spartan U R SOL
Which device are you using to measure MPH?
Dynamite gps speed meter and a Garmin Foretrex 401
Hi,
Are you using 2 3s batteries? And what Kind of prop are you using?
yes and a dasboata x445 prop
@@MrMad2424 Thank you!! I did order the supper sonic prop from Dasboata yesterday do you think that prop will do good with my sonicwake 36? How many minutes you think the 2 3s 5000 amp lipo batteies can do before discharge?
@@joseandrade1946 the supersonic is a speed pass prop only. About two passes and batteries will be down close to 3.85v a cell using it. The x445 will be fine to run the entire pack with and most runtime will be 3-4 min for any FE boat.
@@MrMad2424 sorry im new to rc boats, what do you mean by speed pass and using the entire pack? Thanks, i really appreciate your input.
running the boat very hard for one or two passes is a speed pass. using the entire pack means running the battery down to low voltage cutoff
So let me get this straight, they claim it goes 50mph, but you're getting over 60mph? Did you accidentally get the one used in the promo video lol?
Stay tuned for video tonight.
ua-cam.com/video/Cje_aSDwxns/v-deo.html
So is the prop the only upgrade? And did the other video have an upgraded prop? I don't mean to bombard you with questions, but I'm a boat guy too, and I'm thinking of buying one.
yes, all my videos of this boat to date have different props other than the stock prop on it.
Thanks!
Hello! I’ve been thinking of upgrading my stock 120a esc to something a bit larger for cooler running temps and just less head aches! I’ve been through two stock ones already lol Any great recommendations for this boat ??
Seaking 180 or Dynamite 160 would be good upgrades that wouldn't break the bank.
MrMad2424 thank you brotha! Leaning towards the dynamite 160a. Also, do you think the stock 4 pole motor can handle running on 8s as I always notice it runs at very cool temps even while running it fairly hard? Just curious
@@nicholasadams9954 wouldn't recommend 8s. Too heavy in bow of the boat heat would rise quickly and motor would a be true weak point.
MrMad2424 makes complete sense 👍🏽 do you plan on ever upgrading the motor? Stock is solid and never had an issue with it but I’m always for improvements 😁
Probably not. Only a 36mm will fit in the stock mount without some cutting.
Huh 3 mins sure goes by quick will get some 8500s see how it does ran again this morn on an off full throttle runs got about 15 mins of fun def lovein the boat
Awesome!
Can we get s speed test with stock prop!!! Thanks man love your videos
Yes, It will happen at some point probably next week.
ua-cam.com/video/yVwXywRdEvA/v-deo.html
What's the build quality like? Does it feel sturdy?
It feels pretty solid. It's made out of thick abc plastic. I've heard of a few breaking during a few hard crashes, but I also heard of fiberglass boats breaking to. Its not a bad boat.
@@MrMad2424 does the abs hull feel cheap compared to fiberglass?
All that on 3S ?
6s
Been waiting for your test of this boat for a while ....
Looks beautiful and very promising indeed !
Voracity got a fine replacement ... !
Abc prop prepared by Chris ??
Cheers !
Thanks! That was an Octura prop prepped by Chris.
Non
Thank you sir
Thanks!
nice run,does it have reverse?
Yes it has reverse but it's not intended to be used in reverse because the drive cable is meant to be spun in one direction and it can unwind if you spin it backwards using reverse.
@@MrMad2424 thanks you,reverse for maneauvering
@@kiyomiswan4871 Yes a few "blips" in reverse are ok
ProBoat Sonic Wake available in english shops ..... next October 16 .......
Well, well, well ......
Christmas Season !!
Nice!
Looks like fun! Does it have the same motor and esc as the UL-19 ?
No it has an all new 3674 1900kv motor
Nice run👍
However the voracity was way more in control with these winds. Great that proboat send you their first production 👍
Self righting is great and makes the hobby even more enjoyable
Thanks! ProBoat sent me a boat after I paid $399.00 for it though...Lol
That’s disappointing for the best Rc boat channel around on UA-cam
Keep up the good work
Appreciate the comment!
Dear Raphael, start sending MrMad some boats! I purchased my Veles because of this man's videos, and ended up with 4 more ProBoats. Would love to see what you could do with the Zelos 48G.
Very nice bro,so do u think it's a good one or should I get the veles 29? Thx for any imput
The Veles is an overall better quality boat since it's Fiberglass, however this one has the self righting which may be the better option if you want that. This is a better play around with and not care type of a boat versus the Veles being more of a race type boat.
@@MrMad2424 thx for your help👍
How do I get faster WITH control and WITHOUT going airborne?!?
lower trim tabs and move batteries foward.
She's jumpy , an very pretty
😎👍
Thanks!
Looks like it doesn’t want to stay in the water at top speed!
stay tuned new video coming in a few minutes....
Totally agree. This is smooth water?
Here are some more runs. Let me know what you think now? Everything has to be tuned.... ua-cam.com/video/yVwXywRdEvA/v-deo.html
I Like the paint job & colors but that's about it the hull can't handle the speed very well at least compared to the TFL Pursuit.
On the other hand the TFL yellow or skull paint scheme is not my cup of tea. Perhaps paint the Persuit to look like this Sonicwake & we have a winning combination. 👍👍
That would be awesome ...black and green pursuit.
way too much is this on 3s? it seems like once you get over 40-45 mph they are uncontrolable lol
That was on 6s. i've got over 70 with this boat. ua-cam.com/video/mlhg8ESVuVQ/v-deo.html
@@MrMad2424 i didnt know they would take a 6 cell stock
@@hjcg08 Yes it will take 6s max.
Try straight runs i think you'll fine out it's not that fast maybe 55 tops . When the boat flips from back to front it adds extra speed , that's what i found out on my Impulse 31 V1 . I also have the Voracity 36 deep-V E .
My Sonicwake does 71mph with an aftermarket prop and 54mph with the stock prop sharpened and balanced and 52mph with the stock Raw prop. Here are links to all the videos71mph here ua-cam.com/video/mlhg8ESVuVQ/v-deo.html 52mph here ua-cam.com/video/yVwXywRdEvA/v-deo.html and 54mph ua-cam.com/video/zCVpaeYr_6E/v-deo.html
MrMad2424 I ran the sonic wake 36 the other day, first time in the water on 6s, 75% throttle wouldn't get me going much, turned it to 100% it'll get up on a plain and run but it doesn't scream. ..feel like it should be alot louder and faster , didn't have a gps on it but I don't think it got over 30...just trying to get it figured out, I'm new at this
Very nice my friend
Thanks Roger!
Saludos esta bueno
Thanks!
This is the 70 years old retired cook still waiting for a answer????
Hello,I wish I lived near you to help you out.
On an off i ment rip it let it sit bullshit an rip some more so not constant 15 min run
first comment!! lol......nice run as always .gotta love those dasboata props, why did they ever stop giving the dx2e with boats? these new tx are gay .
your esc is flashing green ,that`s a thermal protection kicking in .
@@fnkycoldmedina Thanks! And the light flashes rapid quite often on this esc. Maybe different software?? I hate these radios as well...
Nice Mark not even a clean pass and 63mph I’ll say she has l little more in her nice.
Thanks! Yes it has a little more in it in it. I have better batteries than these as well...lol
I just want to say to all the non RC guys that put comments on here if you know nothing about RC boats cars or planes keep your mouth shut that boat is going 60 plus easily I had a 60 size Outrigger that did 72 and that boat didn't look much slower
Appreciate that man! I've got other videos of this boat hitting 73mph on my channel and a zonda on stock electronics hitting 113mph. Have a good one.
@@MrMad2424 I've seen that video of the zonda and bought one! Just like my rare bear Rc plane 187mph and dip shits comment's are stupid my pitot tube is accurate and so is our Radar gun..
@@patriotrob7066 LOL! Congrats on the boats.
all rc boats need to be self righting
Self righting is a great feature for sure.
@@MrMad2424 100%, half of the reason I barely take my ProBoat Stealthwake out anymore is because I’m afraid of flipping it..
Got to have a rescue rig to bring it back in with.
Not as fast as you think... I'd guess it was lucky to hit 45 by the looks of it.
Good point! That's why I don't guess on speeds...I always rely on my gps devices to show the speeds and not my mind. How fast does this video look like it's going? 52-53mph??? ua-cam.com/video/mlhg8ESVuVQ/v-deo.html&lc=UgyYulmLfZ8jIGvQ_d54AaABAg
You obviously know nothing about rc boats? I've been racing since the early 90s and trust me that boat is going 60 + mph!!!!!!
63mph = 101kmh
Thanks!
2865
Boat is unstable
It is until you get the balance right for sure. I have mine pretty close now.
the fact that it took 2 min to put the top on makes me already not like this boat
It can be put on in 30 Seconds. I thought one screw wasn't going in straight so I took it off to make sure it was going on right.