Maybe try the sq lab 30x 16° sweep bars, it's helped me tremendously. Puts my hands in a better position. I also benefited using their 611 grips but that's more personal as they are thick which I prefer.It's a comfort thing. Yes Carbon is lighter and claim to have flex built in. I don't think they bend as much as they claim. My hands and forearms are killing me after a ride. I had aluminum on all my previous bikes.