RE: my girlfriend got me an Evo 50!
Advantage Hobby is a good place to buy parts for the Raptors, but I don't think they carry Hirobo parts, which is too bad since shipping is always free...
The wood blades are just fine for hovering and forward/fast-forward flight. Basic aerobatics such as loops, rolls, flips, etc. are just fine as well. The problem with them is that they flex a lot during extreme 3D maneuvers.
If you're just working on hovering and basic maneuvers, the wood ones are affordable and readily available. You won't need the carbons, (or fiberglass like I bought from Gohbee) nor would you notice any difference by using the carbons, (except on your wallet).