Just trying to figure out which of the budget 27" tires out there is the better value. At the moment, I'm looking at the forte GT2 (both Kevlar belted and non-belted) as they're on sale for next to nothing at performance, the Nashbar Prima 2 (which is Kevlar belted), the Panaracer Pasela (non Kevlar version only) and the Continental Ultra Sport.

My basic criteria are that they have to have a wire bead since the bike they're going on has non-hook bead rims, they need to be 27x1 1/4 to keep the pressure lower, and I'm trying to stay under $20 each. Preferably under $15 though.

I would LIKE to have flat protection but don't really know if it's all that necessary since I don't ride all that far at the moment. However, I do have a few limestone trails around here that I ride on so it might be good to have the Kevlar belt.