get a watt meter to see how many amps. but yes most amps will be at dead start..not at top end.. once weight is moving takes less amps to keep speed up..traction is a major issue..id never use a 35 amp esc in blinky unless you like being in last..i run a 120 amp in blinky mode in my 17.5 and 21.5 class..called stock.