Although many cyclists want to use carbon bicycle wheels
The Mavic R-Sys is a carbon bicycle wheel that uses tubular-carbon spokes to resist both tension and compression. These wheels are the best when climbing steep grades since they are very stiff and responsive and goes at a reasonable price of around $1,399. The problem with this set is its noticeably slower speed, around 3-4mph slower, when coming down due to its boxy rim and large tubular spokes.
The Reynolds DV46C is considered to have the best balance cost, weight, aerodynamics and stiffness among the three. It weighs at around 1,500grams and costs $2,249, around one-third of the Lew ProVT-1. It uses clincher tires, which are much easier to use and repair compared to tubular tires, and costs a fraction less. It is light enough to go uphill and slick enough to come down fast.
Although many cyclists want to use carbon bicycle wheels for training and full-time riding its expensive tubes could make a dent to the pocket and its fragile carbon component is usually conserved for race use only.
