Originally Posted by
furiousferret
I'm not trying to downsell them because I do think they are worth it but its not something you absolutely need to compete.
I agree, the last road race I did recently, I was very much in the mix the whole time. Although I've been doing a few fast group rides with guys lately who are much stronger than I am, of course I won't blame myself for lacking matches to close down gaps lol, but can't help but notice everyone with aero rims while I'm on stock box section wheels. If aero rims could help me close the gaps just a bit easier than on my basic wheels, I'd be all over them!