Originally Posted by
sheddle
They're perhaps a boring tire choice, but I've never had any issues with the basic Conti Ultra Sports- they ride fine, and puncture protection is good enough that I've never felt a real need to opt for the Gatorskins.
Only downside: blackwall!
I've been riding the Continental Ultra-Sports, both 27" and 700C for about 15 years, they ride
great.
I prefer all black tires for my road bikes...