I assume some of the horror stories come from people buying cheap carbon wheels or early models before they had layups and molds figured out.
If you're really concerned, add something like a cushcore to the inside of the tire for additional damping.
Your complaints are common, though. I've all but given on up trying to discuss carbon wheels with people in person because there are so many preconceived notions out there. It was the same way 5-10 years ago with everyone avoiding carbon handlebars for one reason or another.
You can watch Danny macAskill try to destroy bare carbon wheels (no tires) on concrete here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VfjjiHGuHoc
I assume some of the horror stories come from people buying cheap carbon wheels or early models before they had layups and molds figured out.
If you're really concerned, add something like a cushcore to the inside of the tire for additional damping.
Your complaints are common, though. I've all but given on up trying to discuss carbon wheels with people in person because there are so many preconceived notions out there. It was the same way 5-10 years ago with everyone avoiding carbon handlebars for one reason or another.