Originally Posted by
noglider
I respect you and your experience, so it's only because of that that I'll consider that you might be right. I'd have to see something scientific to back it up. The placebo effect is very strong, even on racers.
If you ever have an opportunity to try it, you should. Use the same tyre and tube, note the exact same pressure it's pumped up to, and only change out the spokes. The wheel with bladed spokes will feel mushier when cornering.