Originally Posted by NetFryer

I started as the only guy in our area running Viper motors. I had no issues keeping up with the Orion V3 17.5's with my Viper 17.5. You do have to use your brain when gearing it, or yes, you'll either be slower or have no low-end punch.

The fact that my Viper gear was throwing blows with the old tried and true motors is a big reason why we are selling a lot of Viper gear here. Only takes one or 2 people to show up and put up so others can see before they buy.