Originally Posted by 3 Speed
Here's an unrelated question: I have 27" wheels with Nashbar/Cheng Shin tires. If I leave on the tour with Cheng Shins do you think that is utter folly?
No. It will be fine. I have those tires on a few bikes, and they work great, and cheap too. The local K-mart even stocks them. Most bike shops should carry a 27" tire, so it shouldn't be a problem.
But if you worry too much, continental makes their top touring tires in a 27" version.