I have been running Tom Slicks in the 1.0 and have had a few flats here, but the ride is rather rough. I have been so impressed with the Bontrager Hard Case tires I bought for my road bike, that I had the bike shop order me a set in 1.5x26 for my commuter/knock around bike. If these are half as good as the road tires, I should get better flat protection and a plush ride.