I've read all 6 pages of this thread this am and a few people say that they'll continue to use the cheap priced batteries but I think them people are loyal to CC as I am also but I'm loyal to certain battery companies here in The US for The same reason I'm loyal to CC, customer support, warranty service and they're American companies so I'm not giving my money to companies like hobbyking to further support their agenda. On the subject of batteries there are some companies that offer a 30,60,90,120 and 1 year warrany on their batteries. some charge half price to replace and some replace them 100% free. I may pay a little more but I've actually had battery issues and was able to recoup the batteries at no cost to me so I saved 90 bucks x 2 so that was 180.00 saved, not bad imo. Does hobbyking have this type of free replacement 6 months after the fact ? Probably not. Castle keep up the great work and post on your site that companies are making knockoffs so visitors to your site will know and be more inclined to buy American made stuff vs cheap knock off stuff. Rc monster site also has a statement of this as well.