I started w/ a triple and wish I'd started w/ a compact.
With a 50/34 crank and an 11/28 cassette, I don't see how the biggest gear isn't big enough and the smallest gear isn't small/granny enough.
Also, between me and various mechanics in MA, CA, TX and CO, no one could seem to get the FD in tune. Maybe it was because it was Shimano?? -- which I disliked for other reasons as well.
Though it'd also help knowing the OP's current abilities and goals (especially regarding climbing).
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