Not in the Clermont area, but western Seminole county, so close to the hilly areas. However, I spend most of my time in the flatlands. Maybe someday the "Horrible Hundred" - right now my goal is to get a half century under my belt.

Owlie, the only time Florida isn't flat is on poorly shot TV shows set in "Florida" that have the California mountains in the background. ;-)

Thanks for the welcome, Muirenn. For whatever reason I never was huge fan of Cannondale, but I did fall in love with the Synapse when I rode it at my LBS. Wanted to fall in love with an Orbea, but just didn't happen.

Thanks also for the advice on the doubles vs. triples. I was leaning in that direction, plus that gives me more flexibility in choice of shifters, too.

Yes, handlebars! Was thinking flat top compact.