Originally Posted by
cyccommute
Yes, it is a good analogy.
No, it's not. You should let it go.
But my point wasn’t to say that compact doubles are like half-steps. They are only like half-steps in that there is a lot of extra...and unnecessary...shifts when compared to a traditional triple system. The half-step requires a front and rear shift on every shift to make them useful. At least the compact double only require a downshift and a double (or triple) upshift.
No wonder you didn't like a half-step setup – you didn't know how to use it. You don't shift the rear derailleur with every front shift.