I've recently started a tri bike build (something I've always wanted to do) as I plan to get back into the sport. This isn't going to be a dream bike due to budget constraints and the fact that at this point I don't NEED the best of everything. Right now I basically need to choose between getting a more aero wheelset (likely Hed Jet 6+ instead of some moderately lightweight 30mm wheels) or getting power meter pedals. Which is going to be more important for me?
For some background, I raced from 2010-2015 doing 2-3 races (sprint/olympic) per year and almost always finished with an age group podium spot. I sold my old bike 1.5 years ago and haven't ridden since. I've never used anything other than 30mm stock wheels and have never trained using a power meter, so I wouldn't really miss one or the other. I plan to race sprint through 70.3 distances.
Thanks in advance for any insight.
For some background, I raced from 2010-2015 doing 2-3 races (sprint/olympic) per year and almost always finished with an age group podium spot. I sold my old bike 1.5 years ago and haven't ridden since. I've never used anything other than 30mm stock wheels and have never trained using a power meter, so I wouldn't really miss one or the other. I plan to race sprint through 70.3 distances.
Thanks in advance for any insight.