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a modern compact double will give you all the gears you need.

My 2p: wait until you have the cash for the new group and stick with what you have until then - you'll end up upgrading to 10 speed anyway in the long run. Modern groupsets are miles and miles better than old ones.

Pretty much agree although if you're touring you may want a bit more range so there is merit to going 3x9/10 over a compact.