well maybe the "best" guys on the web aren't using brushless, but i know i, as well as most of the guys who compete in the scene do use brushless, and yes it is overkill, but its better to have the power and not need it. I compete with the best on the track on a regular basis and am right up there with them, i say that to say dont write brushless off. definately worth the power and reduced maintenence.