Other than cosmetics and a few sizing changes, are they the same tire as the older (338) Apples? I`m having trouble digging up the 338s in the size I want, but a little bit reluctant to buy the "new and improved" version. Actually, I do see a FEW old stlye in my size, but the prices look like "collector`s edition" fare, and I`m really not willing to pay that much.