I'm not ready to spend $400-$500+ for a set of wheels. Maybe if I was doing 100+ mi a week. But I don't. If you use something enough, then spend the money for the best quality. Would you spend $3000 on a pair of Binoculars? I did because I use them enough to justify the cost. No, I am not short sighted. I know when I need "The Best" and when I don't.