Originally Posted by
Trakhak
Why revert to 27"? Unless you're determined to get close to OEM specs with 27" wheels, it might make sense to consider 700c clincher wheels instead. Far more wheel and tire choices, and more room for fatter tires.
I would suggest the same thing except the OP's bike in the photo shows that the extra-long reach brakes, that are as long as you can get, are already near their max adjustment for the pads so not likely a 700c will work. Bummer