I agree 100% with the Gatorskin recommendations if you want a durable, long lasting, puncture resistant road tire. However if you plan to ride on any unpaved, gravel, or otherwise poor condition roads/paths, they are not going to perform any better than any other narrow road tire. Based on the OPs description of the riding conditions, a touring tire is more appropriate..something a little wider and with a bit of tread. In addition to my ealier recommendations, the basic Continental Contacts are great. They are cheaper than the Top Contacts and as far as I can tell are as puncture resistant as Gatorskins. I currently am using them on my touring bike and I haven't had a flat with them yet.