🐐 Old Goat Review: RipSaw RDA – Big, Bold, and a Bit of a Shelf Queen

[Old Goat]

Old Goat Review: RipSaw RDA – Big, Bold, and a Bit of a Shelf Queen

Let’s be honest, my herd — I love the RipSaw RDA. I love looking at it, I love the way it vapes, I love telling people it was made by Suicide Mods and the Bearded Viking — because how badass is that pairing? But here’s the weird bit... I never use it. And I’m still not exactly sure why.

Maybe it's the size. Maybe it's my lazy streak. Or maybe it's the part of me that wishes this absolute unit had just a bit more room under the hood for some mad coil builds.

Still, when I do bust it out, the RipSaw reminds me why I fell in love with it in the first place. Let’s dig into the bones of the beast.

First Impressions – Hellishly Cool

Mine came second-hand, so no Allen key, no user manual, no guarantees... just a well-loved, slightly grape-scented chunk of stainless steel. The box was smaller than expected, but the branding? Pure fire. Skulls, flames, and “Made in Hell” slapped across the back — just the right amount of chaos.

When I cracked it open, I was greeted by a massive, shiny 28mm top-airflow RDA and a bag of spares. No frills. Just the good stuff.

It needed a solid scrub thanks to its previous grape-bubblegum-loving owner, but that’s part of the fun when rescuing used gear from the great unknown.

Tech Specs – The Devil’s Details

Diameter: 28mm

Height: Approx. 34mm (with drip tip)

Material: Stainless Steel

Deck: Dual-post, 4-terminal design (flathead screws)

Airflow: 10 top-mounted airflow holes, dual chamber intake

Drip Tip: Quick-release style

Squonk Ready: Yes – quick-release squonk pin included

Leak Resistance: Excellent (top airflow, chambered seal)

Coil Style: Dual coil (single possible, but not ideal)

Juice Flow: Inner juice ramp system

This RDA was built to blast flavour and clouds without leaking, and in that regard, it absolutely delivers. The airflow system is forced over and around your coils thanks to a tight top cap seal and clever internal channels. The result? Dense clouds and solid flavour, no bottom-leaking mess.

Building on the RipSaw – Roomy But Restrained

Here’s the kicker: for a 28mm RDA, I expected a little more breathing room on the build deck. It’s not cramped — you can fit dual 3mm coils with no issue — but if you’re like me and enjoy slapping in some chunky aliens, framed staples, or other spicy builds, you’ll wish the space between posts was just a touch wider.

That said, installation is a breeze. Flathead screws grip well, and the juice well is deep enough to let you get liberal with the cotton. Wicking is ridiculously forgiving, especially for an RDA — if you mess this up, maybe knitting is more your speed.

Performance – Smooth, Solid, Satisfying

Once you’ve got the build right, the RipSaw shines. Airflow wide open? It’s airy and cool with enough flavour to satisfy. Dial it down to three holes per side, and suddenly it’s warm, dense, and way more my style.

It’s not Hellbeast-level flavour, but it’s damn close. Especially for a top-airflow RDA — which typically sacrifices a bit of flavour for leak resistance.

I ran mine on a 0.09Ω dual alien build at around 80W. After a minor disaster involving a burnt wick and an overly enthusiastic MVV dial twist, I rewicked and got it purring again. This thing handles power well, doesn’t get hot too fast, and chuck clouds thick enough to qualify as local weather events.

Just be warned — it drinks juice like a fish at happy hour.

Why It Lives On My Shelf (And Why That’s a Shame)

I don’t use the RipSaw as often as I should. Maybe it’s the size — not all my mods look good with a 28mm slab of steel on top. Maybe it’s because I tend to reach for more compact, regulated setups out of laziness.

But every time I do use it, I ask myself why it sat unused so long. It’s a damn good RDA. Solid build. Great performance. Zero leaks. It just... doesn’t demand my attention. It’s like that one friend who’s amazing company but always lets you initiate plans.

Final Thoughts – A Big RDA with Big Potential

The RipSaw RDA is a flavour-focused, leak-resistant tank of an atomizer that deserves way more credit than it gets. It’s designed by legends, performs beautifully, and has one of the most satisfying airflow systems I’ve ever vaped.

If only the deck had a little more space for wild builds, this thing might be on my desk instead of my shelf. But make no mistake — if you're into top-airflow, dual-coil RDAs with smooth draw and great flavour, this beast still slaps.

Pros:

• Smooth, flavourful top-airflow system
  
  Leakproof by design
  
  Squonk-ready out of the box
  
  Spacious and easy to build on (for average-sized coils)
  
  Excellent construction and aesthetics

Cons:

• Deck space could be bigger for a 28mm
  
  Drinks juice like a camel at a buffet
  
  Not ideal for mods under 28mm width
  
  Easy to forget on the shelf… until you use it again

Final Word from the Old Goat:

The RipSaw is a great reminder that flavour RDAs don’t have to leak like a sieve. It’s tough, it’s clever, and it performs. I just wish I had a mod thicc enough — and a build crazy enough — to give it the home it truly deserves.

Until then… it’ll keep waiting. Watching. And when I dust it off again, I know it’ll be ready to blow clouds like it never left.