I would describe the ones I had as a solid, durable tire. Suitable for a commuter or gravel grinder. I'm guessing they were at least four or five years old when I got them a couple years ago, so it may not even be the same tire anymore. I would give them another try on any bike where I was looking for durability over suppleness.

For whitewalls I chose the Scwhalbe HS 159. Ambiguously labeled 27 x 1 1/4" (28/32) they measure 30mm when inflated on a standard width rim and just barely fit the Trek 600 I have them on right now. They're also pretty durable, in my experience. I've abused them pretty badly and they seem to hold up.