STEEP OFFROAD TRAILS - Ausom L2 Max Dualmotor Scooter 🛴

 Got the chance to try this DUAL MOTOR BEAST from AUSOM, which is one of the best value scooters I tested so far. For heavy riders the 2ND MOTOR is a must! Such scooters are normally priced over 1000€ - this one is considerably cheaper! Find out if they had to save on functionality or cheap out on components to achieve this lower price!

Get the scooter 🛴 here if you're convinced: 🛒(Affiliate link) use "RCS30": Coupon Code for 30€ off!!!!

📋▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬TECH SPECS▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬📋
          WEIGHT: 33 kg
💪💪POWER: 2x 1000w motors (2x 1250w peak! 2.5kw = 3.4hp!)
            SPEED: Max Speed (Wheel in the air): 75 kph 
                          with 90 kg rider, around 60-65 kph
      → RANGE: 50-60 km on normal, flat roads
                           First charge after 25 km (2/3 heavy offroad hillclimbing with heavy rider)
                           700 Wh charged (~ 35 km heavy use - which is good)
  🔋BATTERY:  48v / 20,8 Ah / 1000 Wh   
                           Charges 14 hrs (0-100) or 7 hrs with two chargers (2nd not included)

💡 "Hidden" P-Menu:
P codes (settings in "hidden" menu - longpress [+] and [-] to enter)
P02: km(0) or miles(1), def=0
P04: Sleeptime (0-60min), def=5
P08: Speedlimit in % (5-100), def=100 
P09: Zero start(0), or "push to start"(1), def=1
P11:  Electric brake level, 1 to 5 (soft to hard), def=3
P12: Acceleration level, 1 to 5 (soft to hard), def=3
P17: Cruise control (0=off, 1=on)  (hold the same throttle pos for 7 sec to activate)
P18: NFC cards: Bind (longpress [+] ) or unbind (longpress [-] )   if "B" is visible, hold up new card on top of display
P19: Display Backlight (1-3, 3 strongest=default)
P23: Password change:
Enter old password first (new scooter = 0000) then new one.
To enter password: + or - to select number, Power to set and advance
after all 4 digits are set, press POWER for 2 sec till "S23" appears

Default code: 0000
Use phone NFC:  (only with IOS, Android currently not possible?)
https://youtu.be/3W6jLaQiNWQ?si=vealHHBdmfziH1X0
My Philosophy: Honest, "almost scientific" testing, I test products rigorously and share honest opinions—even if it costs me affiliate earnings. Using my affiliate links supports my work at no extra cost to you! Huge thanks!🙏 

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https://www.ausomstore.eu/?ref=RCS
https://www.ausomstore.eu/de/products/ausom-l2-max-dual-motor-e-scooter?ref=RCS

🎥▬▬▬EQUIPMENT▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬🎥
my Hangar: http://goo.gl/QNzck
Filmed with:  DJI Mic2, Oneplus 12, edited with Premiere Pro

♫▬▬▬▬MUSIC▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬♫
Shangri-La - BASIXX
Can't wait no more - JOHAN GLOSSNER
I use EPIDEMIC SOUND, check their nice tracks here: https://bit.ly/3p6OGE0

...how to make the ultimate longrange DIY pack 🔋(DJIs Magic sauce!)

 Here I show how to build your own longrange lipo battery with exceptional features (large capacity, low weight) and really affordable price while those cells are of good quality (they are used by DJI!). Not sure how long this ALIExpress seller will be able to sell those cells - maybe DJI will stop this at some point? 

My 4cell 3850 mah Packs weigh around 225g! and are good for 30 min flights with my planes or copters. On planes you can easily use 2 or more of these packs for even more flighttime!

Find the CELLS at ALIExpress (but not for Germany...) 
(and make sure to chose the RIGHT size - 3850mah not the 2400 ones!)

Specs:
- charge up to 4.25v
- cut off at 2.8 v (land at 3v under load!)
- continuous 12A are OK, up to 28A possible  (5 sec, use 2P for more demanding copters/planes)

TIPS:
Solder pads: minus pole is easy to TIN (normal solder sticks well here)
+ pole is ALU (with nickle attachment)
Good giude

How Good Is 3DMakerpros MOOSE? (vs Creality RAPTOR)

 

The MOOSE scanner uses blue LED flashes (not laser!) for scanning, featuring AI-powered tracking and alignment. It doesn't require tracking markers—although scanning spray is still necessary for transparent or reflective surfaces. Get your 🫎 Moose here (EU, Affiliate)  or international store Discount Code: ⭐RCS30 for 30€ off!

🔹 Positioning: Ideal as a quick tool for referencing objects in 3D design. It delivers better detail and accuracy than budget NIR-based scanners but falls short of premium laser scanners like the Creality Raptor.

🔹 Creality Raptor Comparison:
- Costs around €1100 (sale) up to €1800 retail
- Offers higher accuracy with laser tech
- Requires tracking points and a powerful GPU
- Best suited for scanning small objects

🖥️ Performance Notes:
- Works best on high-end PCs (e.g., Core i9 285K + RTX 4070Ti)
- Acceptable results even on older laptops
- First test (DolphinPro gimbal canopy) was smooth, though software sometimes stutters and loses AI tracking

🎨 Texture Mode:
- To avoid long processing times, reduce mesh complexity below 100K faces
- Excellent image quality for texture mapping

📦 What’s in the Box (luxury bundle, choose basic bundle to save money as the tripod isn't that great, the turntable not important and you can order a cheap case if you need one)
- Nice carrying case
- Power supply & long USB cable
- USB-powered turntable (no power switch)
- Mini tripod (not super stable)

Difficult Lawn? Here’s How the Luba 2 Performed After 3 Months

After my initial review this April I can now show you 3 month of progress and you will see how well it did on my difficult lawn. See the little issues I ran into, some tricks, easy fixes and hear if I still would recommend this product.

Here's the main review (in case you missed it)

3DMakerPro Eagle LIDAR scanner - see the improvements

Had this LIDAR for 7 month now and have seen a lot of improvement. See the updates for both the firmware and the most recent Software. These days they have reduced the price again, with this link: https://shrsl.com/4wxfx  the Code: RSC15 for 15€ off should be applied automatically!

My Philosophy: Honest, "almost scientific" testing, I test products rigorously and share honest opinions—even if it costs me affiliate earnings. Using my affiliate links supports my work at no extra cost to you! Huge thanks!🙏 

🌐▬▬▬▬LINKS▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬🌐
🛒 Product: https://shrsl.com/4wxfx
🛒International store: https://shrsl.com/4uaeg
Shop link: https://shrsl.com/4wxd0
3DMakerPro Facebook Group
JimuMeta (3DMaker): https://scene.jimumeta.com

Downloads: 
RayStudio 1.0.6
Firmware update 1.0.7   
(Calibrate files) But I really think you need to contact their support to get appropriate calibration data for your SN / Device.
✅ ALL of my POINTCLOUD example data for you to download and inspect (get free CloudCompare to open it) 💡https://cloudcompare.org (open source! - best pointcloud tool I found during research)
Unreal Engine🔥 and  Unreal Engine Pointcloud plugin

AtomRC DolphinPro Review, flights, chase shots

AtomRC asked me to test the DolphinPro - which was an instant "YES" for me - since I love the previous Dolphin! The new one comes with many improvments - here you see all the details - and I took my time to properly testfly it, give you some INAV insights, mods, and STL files.

SPECS / INFO:
Wingspan: 800mm
Length: 862mm
WingArea: 16.96d㎡
Material: EPP
Motor recommend: 2807 1100KV
ESC: ≥6S 50A BEC
Propeller: 8040-2

WEIGHT:  959g (all except battery)

FLIGHTTIME: 21 min cruising around = 2110 mah (2x 1300mah 6S Lipos)
  so 15-20 mins on 2600mah 6S
  ~25-35 mins on a 5000mah 6S LiIon

BATTERY OPTIONS
2x 1300mah 6S Lipo - far back
1x 1300mah 6S Lipo - all the way fwd
1x 5000mah 6S LiIon pack

GPS altough it's just an BN220 and not a modern M10 - acquisation was quick and sats were plenty

Wingspan a bit shorter than old one, denser foam (at least the grey version),
VTails larger, further in the back,
VTail + Ailerons - plenty options! (spoilerons for landing?, Speedbrake?)
Wingfences - instead of downward facing wingtips (which broke easily)
Control rods "beefier" not the bendy wires
LEDs installed
Nose: different options, magnets + screws - no glue needed
Wire channel below battery for nice Video cable install!

TIPS:
SECURE the LIDs (front one comes with a screw - use it!)
Back LID flew away in a highspeed test (140kph)
Use this "AtomRC Canopy locking arm (verschluss nupsi).stl" and a little bowden tube glued into fuselage with a screw.
I use INAV:  7.1.1 (at the moment)
To have correct MAH readings in your OSD (if you use their AtomRC FC) you can set this SCALE (I've calibrated it and it looks accurate now):
set current_meter_scale = 170

Autolaunch settings:
set nav_fw_launch_max_angle = 90
set nav_fw_launch_motor_delay = 200
set nav_fw_launch_climb_angle = 18
set nav_fw_launch_timeout = 10000
set nav_fw_launch_max_altitude = 0
set nav_fw_launch_thr = 1750
set nav_fw_launch_idle_thr = 1300

🌐▬▬▬▬LINKS▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬🌐
Plane details at ATOMRC

LINK to my Gdrive:  (motormount, Back-Lid, INAV DIFF)
Alternative Motormount (by someone else)
Antennamount

♫▬▬▬▬MUSIC▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬♫
Ten Cent Man - Splasher!  /  Scetchy - Aiyo
I use EPIDEMIC SOUND, check their nice tracks here: https://bit.ly/3p6OGE0

#RCSchim #fixedwing #fpv

What a RemoteID Scanner sees and how it works (Dronetag Rider)

This is an interesting look into REMOTE ID and how official organizations can use these tools to secure their operations airspace very easily. It's also really scary as to how easy you can be found as the pilot of something like your consumer DJI drone :)

check the device here and make sure to use Mario5 to get 5% off!

First look at the Falcon Mini - something a little different (Zero Zero Robotics)

This is an early review sample - so the final product may differ (hopefully be finetuned at least). 

Price:    Flymore combo (early bird):  355€ with secret "RCSchim" Perk: 330€ (20 slots!) 
Compared to DJI Mini3 (379€)
(DJI Flymore - 529€ - but then DJI will have more flighttime)
From features pov - you would chose DJI (better videolink, better cam, better flight behaviour, easier to operate, smaller formfactor).

But the "cool" factor (how it looks while flying, the inverted party trick,...) speak for this innovative drone :)

Flighttimes seem to be around 20 min (good considering this tiny 2cell Lipo)
Very silent - maybe the quietest drone I have! Silent means efficient!
USB dock comes without powersupply. When using a weak USB phone charger - it didn't work - use a decent power supply (30w or more?), you can also charge a battery directly in the drone.

App not in Android store atm, needed to donwload this here
(and by that you might need to loosen your app install rules on the phone)
App also saves low quality version of the video on your phone (DCIM folder directly), but only if you record video.

HOVER AIR X1 Pro Max: Honest Test of This 42kph, 8K Pocket Drone! 🚴♂️🚁

A compact, action-focused drone excelling in autonomous tracking for dynamic adventures but with trade-offs vs. the DJI competition. 

🛒 get the drone here: US or in the EU shop 

My Philosophy: Honest, "almost scientific" testing, I test products rigorously and share honest opinions—even if it costs me affiliate earnings. Using my affiliate links supports my work at no extra cost to you! Huge thanks!🙏 

Key Improvements Over Previous Model
Larger yet portable: 192g, still pocket-friendly.
Faster tracking: Follows at 42 kph, ideal for MTB/downhill action.
🎥Enhanced camera: 1/1.3" sensor, 8K30, 4K120/60 video.
Improved stabilization + ND filters.
64GB internal storage + SD slot.
Flexible controls:
Beacon (touchscreen remote) for basic mode changes.
Attachable joysticks (single/dual) for manual flight.
Phone + beacon + joysticks combo (laggy video feed).

Pros
Image quality: Significant upgrade, though occasional underexposure.
Autonomous tracking: Excels in tight, fast-paced environments (e.g., woods, trails).
Durability: (I will list this on both sides ;)  these drones are made to crash often, props are guarded by indestructible frame.
Versatile controls: Multiple setup options for action vs. scenic shots.
Accessory integration: Beacon and joysticks add flexibility.

Cons
Durability concerns: Motor damaged in a minor crash (review unit replaced).
🔋Battery life: ~10 minutes; limits long-range use.
Noise: Loud because of small props.
Range/transmission: Video link lags; best for close-range shots (≤200m).
Costs: $24 repair kit, expensive accessories—opt for bundles!

Ideal for adventurers prioritizing autonomous tracking in challenging terrain. Compromises on battery, noise, and durability make it a niche pick over DJI for action scenes. Not a cinematic powerhouse but a reliable "flying camera man" for adrenaline junkies. 

Anycubic S1 Combo Review: Printer Shines, ACE Pro Disappoints (Real-World Testing!)

 

Get the Anycubic S1 Combo with CODE: ANYKS1 549€ for printer and Filament Box

or my suggestion - the PRINTER ONLY with CODE: AKOBRAS1 369€ !!!  

My Philosophy: Honest, "almost scientific" testing, I test products rigorously and share honest opinions—even if it costs me affiliate earnings (like in this case for sure :). Using my affiliate links supports my work at no extra cost to you! Huge thanks!🙏 

Rinkhals firmware mod: https://github.com/jbatonnet/Rinkhals

Sidespool mount

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Kobra S1 Size: 400x410x490 mm

ACE Pro Size:   366x283x235 mm

min 80-90 cm height if AMS on top!

25x25x25cm buildroom! 

120° heatbed (although not uniformly heated up - and better add 10°)

320° nozzle max temp

speed a bit lower than bambu, color changes 2:47 - slow, not very efficient

Printquality is quite good!

💡install "Rinkhals" (modded firmware addon)

why? to get a good WebUI (Mainsail)  http://your-printer-ip:4409

and also full Orca-Slicer (with upload and print), minus the multimaterial handling

Good thing: Anycubic Slicer / phone app still works - so you can use both.

I left the printer in Cloud mode (so phone app works outside of my LAN), got a minor warning on rinkhals that I will not see printer listed...

RINKHALS howto:

- download update....swu file, https://github.com/jbatonnet/Rinkhals

- rename it to update.swu and copy it on the USB Stick (fat32), in SPECIFIC dir: "aGVscF9zb3Nf" 

- plug in the USB stick and wait for the install bar (20sec)

Note: if you get a new firmware update on the KobraS1 (official from Anycubic), you just need to download the rinkhals file again (make sure new firmware is already supported). 

SLICER: https://www.anycubic.com/orcaVersionDownload

Anycubic Slicer next  (S1 support), better to use 2.4GHz wifi? 

Orca:  use Octo/klipper:  and your-IP:4409  in LAN settings