I don't entirely understand rim brake diehards. Aside from a few grams and negligible aero gains, I don't understand why anyone would prefer a rim brake given the choice. I suppose the wheels are more compact and thru-axles are a but more fidgety? Seems like a low cost to pay for not tearing up the brake track on your $3000 carbon rims.

Maybe I just don't understand. Would anyone care to convince me otherwise?