I feel that carbon is a material, like any other it has it's good and bad. It is not for every rider, as titanium or aluminum or steel isn't either. Many times I've seen mention of carbon maybe breaking where it has been chipped or scratched, "like the old graphite fishing poles" but it's important to remember that carbon uses multi directional fibers in oriented layers, so that a nick or scratch shouldn't affect the integrity of the frame unless the damage is significant. I like the ride characteristics and stiffness of it, but know that it won't work for everyone. My race bike has carbon bars, seat, seatpost, and frame.You can bet I'm hoping for the best!