I'm new to the 8th scale Brushless/lipo scene. But not new to RCs. Been into them for over 25 years.

I'm going with the whole Novak setup. Why? Cause its a complete solution. I don't have to wonder/worry that I chose an ESC thats compatible with motor x or y, or that it'll fit.

Now with that said, yeah, I hope they did their homework. I plan on racing at our local track against the Nitro 8th scales. There are a few people that are interested and will be watching how well it does. I've got a friend thats a sponsored driver who I'll most likely ask to race it once its set-up so that it has the best chance of making a good showing...