Hi Luiz,

I think a carbon rim would be fine but maybe you want to have "training" wheels and "racing" wheels. I would run the carbon rims in Maui as well because they will withstand the course there.. the tires get a beating more than your rim would.

With regards to ceramic bearings, I don't think those have the longevity of other bearings but they are VERY smooth. Maybe, again, for a big race you may spend some money doing these little add ons but for the rest of the year, maybe not.

I think a light tubeless setup will be great, carbon or no carbon. Rotating weight is bad but again, for Maui we put so much goop in the tires to prevent punctures weight is no longer saved. I think an overall reliable, light setup on a bike you feel comfortable on is perfect.. then focus on STRONG legs!

Happy training!

Mel