it's not that everyone's batteries are blowing up, it's just that LiPo's are much more volatile that other types. this volatility is also what makes them more powerful and lasst longer. like anything there are pro's and con's. lipos just take more care when charging and in their use. example: when i charge lipos i put the battery in a small flowering pot filled with sand. so in case there is a problem the sand will put the fire out. also in any event of a crash you must carefully inspect the battery for damage. lipos are a incredible advancement in electric RC technology, just require more care.