I didnt mind abs until I did a huuuuuuge abs skid (or several little multiples of ) on an A road (@ ton+), I had to go into the gravel between a car and the armco because of it, couldn't drop a hair down either side when i finaly stopped! I could have out broke the abs in maybe 2/3 the distance.
Its got its merits for harsh unexpected braking in slippery conditions, guess it depends on the driver.