Originally Posted by Spoke

Okay, I am 56, 6'0", 210lbs, currently riding a Cannondale, aluminum frame with 105 components. I have decided to get a better bike for longer rides. I'm thinking about an all CF frame & fork with Ultegra components, something on the order of a Specialized Roubaix with the Zertz inserts. But for the hills I need a lower gear than is available on a standard setup. So I am trying to decide between a compact or a triple. Any suggestions or recommendations? Thanks!

Regards,
Spoke