I really like the Vittoria Randonneurs. I have ridden the Contis, but haven't tried the Ritcheys. The Vittorias are supple and ride well. They feel fast, corner well, perform admirably in dirt (where I thought they wouldn't), and gennerally ride like a good racing tire, even though they are so much bigger. I don't think they wear as well as the Contis, but the ride is so good it is worth it to me. They are the best touring tire I have tried.