So, let’s get into the nitty-gritty of wheelset performance. It’s not just about shiny carbon or whatever. What about the way different wheel materials react under pressure? Like, aluminum might be heavier, but does it flex more or less than carbon when you’re hammering up a climb? And what about spoke tension? Is it worth looking into how that changes the feel when you’re sprinting versus cruising? Plus, how much do environmental factors mess with these claims? Wind, rain, all that jazz—does it really throw a wrench in the works? What’s the real story here?
