Originally Posted by
BoSoxYacht
Save the $1500 , and ride more. This will make you faster than any wheelset purchase that doesn't include a motor.
Originally Posted by
dtrain
For 15 miles at a time with a big 34 miler coming up? No, I don't think carbon wheelset would make a difference for you over decent alloy. What wheels are on it now? Probably don't need an upgrade at all.
This...plus, you can probably get a lighter wheelset thats not carbon for far cheaper.
So no, you don't need it and it probably won't improve much about your riding.
That said, if you want carbon rims, get carbon rims. It's your money. I didn't "need" them either, but bought them anyway. I like the way they look, the way they ride and it makes me excited to ride my bike. If they're not going to break the bank, then why not. Spending money makes the economy work.