I was just browsing around for 27" tires this morning. I have a pair of gorgeous Tipo hubs I just polished and a pair of 27" Fiamme Professional (yellow label) clincher rims, both of which were original to the bike I am restoring. I don't mind spending a little extra on tires for this build, but the limited options for 27" tires is really discouraging. Seems like Panaraceer Pasela's about the best new 27" tire with tan sidewalls (which is important to me) currently available. I'd hoped to keep the bike original, but now I'm reconsidering. 700c rims would give me a lot more tire choices, plus more clearance for fenders. Decisions, decisions....

By the way, the Continental website mentions that they are reintroducing the Continental SuperSport tire. Their website mentions 27 x 1-1/4 and 27x1-1/8 options, but adds that not all sizes are available in all countries. Haven't yet checked to see if my LBS can get them. They only come with black sidewalls though:
http://www.conti-online.com/www/bicy...t_plus_en.html