A) I am currently on the handlebar search myself. I hope yours you ordered turn out well.
B) The Salsa proprietary bags I have tried I like, but I've read many people that don't. I would recommend checking out there bag
HERE
C) I'm a clydesdale also, and when I buy I look for a good warranty. The
BONTRAGER wheels and
SANTA CRUZ Reserve carbon wheelsets both have lifetime replacement warranties.
Good luck with your search!