Yup the LBS has Shimanos and ACSs in store, both sitting at about the same price point so I'll most likely be going with the Shimano.

Hipster cred? Eh, i'll live without it.....for now.
I'll worry about getting my sick sitting down skidzzzz skillz later for the hipster ladiessss.

Much appreciated to all who helped (or replied with what they consider help, haha)!