Originally Posted by
thedapperest
Definitely not touring bikes, I wouldn't be able to deal with the long wheelbase, but I feel like something meant for 27" would fit 700c wheels just fine, no?
Yes & No.
Clearances are a bit greater for 27". That means that they fit larger tires (700x32c, or even bigger) with less problems than many 700c specific bikes. Perhaps also easier for squeezing in fenders if you desire. That may not be necessary if you're running 700x23 or 25 tires.
The problem is that they may also require long reach brake calipers, and perhaps aren't quite as racy.
The 27" bikes also frequently have greater fork rake.