What a great discussion !!!!!! Derek....you have a new fan.I enjoyed your views regarding current thoughts and the future of rc. As a staunch supporter of electric power, I'm thrilled with the prospect of another technology that furthers the electric movement.
As for the effect on matchers and motor tweakers my opinion is the same as others...get on the train or get left behind!! Yes there will be an initial financial impact but that is expected in any technology based business.
We should embrace this new technology just as we should be embracing the Brushless technology. I honestly believe that Brushless is being "curbed" by members of the industry because of the financial effect on brushed motor and esc sales. We the drivers and retailers ought to be Lobbying for programs that push for support of brushless technology and any technology like LiPoly that would support it.