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I don't quite understand why the shame of going compact (less so with the 12-29)*, if it give you a decent range, most especially when it reduced the likelihood of cross-chaining.
That's an awesome looking bike that'll look even more amazing with the groupset you've chosen, I'm quite fussy with choosing the right groupset to the point of buying NOS Dura Ace just to keep it looking smart.
I can tell you this, you'll enjoy having more weight on the front wheels for once, especially during the Ditchling Devil.
*doesn't the pro usually run 11-32 on some mountain stages with a compact?