The ultimate 27" tire reference thread!
10-21-19 | 03:40 PM
#126
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Absolutely not. 27" rims are larger in diameter than 700C rims. Tires are not interchangeable, hence this thread.
10-21-19 | 03:55 PM
#127
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10-22-19 | 06:35 PM
#128
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You can swap a set of 700c WHEELS onto a bike originally equipped with 27" wheels. Usually. The brakes should reach if they have even a little bit of adjustment to them. You're talking 630 vs 622, so 4mm down. Or bust out the rat file if not.
10-24-19 | 10:54 AM
#129
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I had a set of Michelin World Tours on my Schwinn LeTour commuter. They're the thickest 27 x 1 1/4 tires I've ever seen, both in width and profile. That combined with a more aggressive tread than average for 27 x 1 1/4 tires makes them a good tire for commuting and year round/bad weather use. The only thing is that they're a heavy, slow-rolling tire but if you're just using them for a casual commute and nothing high-speed then that won't be an issue.
Also, these are available super cheap. Would recommend, especially for the price.
Just make sure that when you put your bike on the back of your car, you don't accidentally have your tire in front of your tailpipe. I did that once and found out these tires are NOT exhaust-proof
Also, these are available super cheap. Would recommend, especially for the price.
Just make sure that when you put your bike on the back of your car, you don't accidentally have your tire in front of your tailpipe. I did that once and found out these tires are NOT exhaust-proof
11-19-19 | 06:35 AM
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11-19-19 | 12:45 PM
#132
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Conti Ultra Sport II on sale!
My favorite 27x11/4" tire is now on sale at Amazon. Love this tire! Nice supple ride and true to size.
https://www.amazon.com/Continental-Ultra-Sport-Clincher-8-Inch/dp/B00O2EQ7PM/ref=sr_1_23?dchild=1&keywords=27x1%2B1%2F4"%2Bbicycle%2Btire&m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&qid=1572209113&refineme nts=p_6%3AATVPDKIKX0DER%2Cp_36%3A1253555011&rnid=386589011&s=outdoor-recreation&sr=1-23&th=1&psc=1
https://www.amazon.com/Continental-Ultra-Sport-Clincher-8-Inch/dp/B00O2EQ7PM/ref=sr_1_23?dchild=1&keywords=27x1%2B1%2F4"%2Bbicycle%2Btire&m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&qid=1572209113&refineme nts=p_6%3AATVPDKIKX0DER%2Cp_36%3A1253555011&rnid=386589011&s=outdoor-recreation&sr=1-23&th=1&psc=1
11-19-19 | 03:15 PM
#133
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Bikes: Cheltenham-Pedersen racer, Boulder F/S Paris-Roubaix, Varsity racer, '52 Christophe, '62 Continental, '92 Merckx, '75 Limongi, '76 Presto, '72 Gitane SC, '71 Schwinn SS, etc.
I agree that the Continental Ultrasport II is possibly the best all-around performing tire for the money.
Fortunately it is (one of very few tires) available in 27" which has actually been tested and rated at the bicyclerollingresistance.com website.
Features are excellent/low rolling resistance, thick tread, decent puncture resistance, good mileage and as you said it has a good ride quality.
All for under $20 online, and widely available.
Fortunately it is (one of very few tires) available in 27" which has actually been tested and rated at the bicyclerollingresistance.com website.
Features are excellent/low rolling resistance, thick tread, decent puncture resistance, good mileage and as you said it has a good ride quality.
All for under $20 online, and widely available.
11-23-19 | 04:36 PM
#134
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From: Vancouver, BC
Bikes: Fuji Feather, KHS Urban Soul, GT Course, Specialized Sirrus, Miele Uno LS, Nishiki Bushwhacker, Wheeler Cross Line 4000, Specialized Rockhopper
Do any Canadians look in here?
Looking for possible recommendations on retailers.. as I have to call around to a couple LBS's still too..
Currently leaning toward the Continental's at MEC.
I've looked these places (prices in CAD $, ordered by price):
Amazon Canada (Prime only)
Looking for possible recommendations on retailers.. as I have to call around to a couple LBS's still too..
Currently leaning toward the Continental's at MEC.
I've looked these places (prices in CAD $, ordered by price):
Amazon Canada (Prime only)
- Kenda K36 - 1.125" - $14.69
- Schwinn Road Bike Tire - 1.25" - $19.87 (looks like spaghetti glued on a tire.. yuck)
- Kenda MX K34 - 1.25" - $21.94
- Kenda K161 Knobby - 1.375" - $23.91
- Goodyear Kent - 1.25" - $24.31
- Kenda Street - 1.25" - $26.83
- Schwalbe PP HS159 - 1.25" - $29.16
- Continental Ultra Sport II Road Clincher - 1.125" - $31.49
- Schwalbe HS159 - 1.25" - $32.49
- Continental Ultra Sport II Road Clincher - 1.25" - $33.84
- Continental Ride Tour - 1.25" - $34.19
- Continental Grand Sport Race Road Clincher - 1.25" - $35.79
- Continental Supersport Plus - 1.25" - $36.61
- Continental Supersport Plus - 1.125" - $39.91
- Panaracer Pasela ProTite - 1.25" - $51.02
- Panaracer Pasela ProTite - 1.125" - $67.01
- Kenda K35 - 1.25" - $18.00
- Continental Ultra Sport II - 1.25" - $24.00
- Bell Sports 27" Road Bike Tire with Flat Defense - $19.93
Last edited by jessec; 11-23-19 at 04:48 PM.
11-23-19 | 05:29 PM
#136
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From: Ontario, Canada
Bikes: iele Latina, Miele Suprema, Miele Uno LS, Miele Miele Beta, MMTB, Bianchi Model Unknown, Fiori Venezia, Fiori Napoli, VeloSport Adamas AX
Do any Canadians look in here?
Looking for possible recommendations on retailers.. as I have to call around to a couple LBS's still too..
Currently leaning toward the Continental's at MEC.
I've looked these places (prices in CAD $, ordered by price):
Amazon Canada (Prime only)
Looking for possible recommendations on retailers.. as I have to call around to a couple LBS's still too..
Currently leaning toward the Continental's at MEC.
I've looked these places (prices in CAD $, ordered by price):
Amazon Canada (Prime only)
- Kenda K36 - 1.125" - $14.69
- Schwinn Road Bike Tire - 1.25" - $19.87 (looks like spaghetti glued on a tire.. yuck)
- Kenda MX K34 - 1.25" - $21.94
- Kenda K161 Knobby - 1.375" - $23.91
- Goodyear Kent - 1.25" - $24.31
- Kenda Street - 1.25" - $26.83
- Schwalbe PP HS159 - 1.25" - $29.16
- Continental Ultra Sport II Road Clincher - 1.125" - $31.49
- Schwalbe HS159 - 1.25" - $32.49
- Continental Ultra Sport II Road Clincher - 1.25" - $33.84
- Continental Ride Tour - 1.25" - $34.19
- Continental Grand Sport Race Road Clincher - 1.25" - $35.79
- Continental Supersport Plus - 1.25" - $36.61
- Continental Supersport Plus - 1.125" - $39.91
- Panaracer Pasela ProTite - 1.25" - $51.02
- Panaracer Pasela ProTite - 1.125" - $67.01
- Kenda K35 - 1.25" - $18.00
- Continental Ultra Sport II - 1.25" - $24.00
- Bell Sports 27" Road Bike Tire with Flat Defense - $19.93
There are some Canucks here.
I notice most of the tires you listed have decimal sizes. Did you do that instead of using 1 and 1/4 or 1 and 3/8? I ask because usually sizes in decimals are for MTB tires.
Cheers
11-23-19 | 08:11 PM
#137
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$17.95 + $14.94 USD shipping/duties for one Continental Ultra Sport II (on one of the listings) to Canada
Most were listed with fractions on the sites..
Last edited by jessec; 11-23-19 at 08:14 PM.
11-23-19 | 08:29 PM
#138
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Yes the shipping and likely duty is a killer. Keep in mind with current conversion rates the $24 tire at MEC is around $18 USD, so that one specifically isn't all that different than Amazon US prices.
$17.95 + $14.94 USD shipping/duties for one Continental Ultra Sport II (on one of the listings) to Canada
More for readability - all the spaces with slashes for fractions seemed a bit messier than just using decimals
Most were listed with fractions on the sites..
$17.95 + $14.94 USD shipping/duties for one Continental Ultra Sport II (on one of the listings) to Canada
More for readability - all the spaces with slashes for fractions seemed a bit messier than just using decimals
Most were listed with fractions on the sites..
Cheers
11-25-19 | 01:32 PM
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Yeah, I hate those shipping costs which are comparable to the item cost (sometimes even higher than item cost!) Generally look for the free shipping for over $25.00 order offers. Do you get those up north?
11-25-19 | 02:17 PM
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02-05-20 | 01:38 PM
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I just put a set of these 27 x 1-1/4" Schwalbe Marathons on my Shogun touring bike. Got a great deal on them at planetcyclery on ebay last fall. About $65 for the pair incl. shipping.
(link: https://www.ebay.com/usr/planetcyclery?ul_noapp=true ). Only thing about them is they're real heavy items. Have had to pump them all the way up to the maximum rating of 95psi to get them to roll fast. But, if it helps prevent flats then that's OK with me.
(link: https://www.ebay.com/usr/planetcyclery?ul_noapp=true ). Only thing about them is they're real heavy items. Have had to pump them all the way up to the maximum rating of 95psi to get them to roll fast. But, if it helps prevent flats then that's OK with me.
02-05-20 | 01:45 PM
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02-21-20 | 06:14 PM
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I'd like to add Specialized Road Sport 27x1 ¼, which I bought in 2018 for my 1952 Rudge Aero Special with original steel Dunlop rims. These wire-bead tires sit beautifully on the original nearly 70 year-old rims. The bike is being cleaned and over hauled, and so the tires have been under pressure on the rims for at least a year, still with decent pressure, starting from 90 psi inflation. Weight 500 grams, 60 tpi, width is actually 32 mm. Bike is not ready, so no ride experience as yet.
02-26-20 | 11:06 AM
#146
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I don't know how I find $8 tires. But I do. I guess you just have to hunt, and wait for a deal. Just like the guys who score cheap/free bikes. And buy multiple tires if there is a shipping fee to make it worth it. Anyway you asked, that is how I do it. Amazon, jenson, treefort, sherpa, ebay, where ever they pop up.
I have scored 27's and 700's for the same price range as this screenshot.
I have scored 27's and 700's for the same price range as this screenshot.
02-26-20 | 02:19 PM
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I've sworn off cheap tires. Tires are where I like to treat myself nicely. I had some CST tires that never seated right. I'm not saying they have a high defect rate, but why should I take that chance? I stick to the big names.
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03-16-20 | 06:31 PM
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Bikes: Wow, where to start? A collection of 1980's and early 90's road, touring, and MTBs from the likes of Trek, Schwinn, Cannondale, Fuji, Miyata, Univega, Panasonic, and GT. It has gotten rather out of control.
The Conti Ride Tour is a pretty interesting option for 27" rims. 27"x1-1/4" size. Under $20 each if you shop around. Really changes the look of my go-to bike.
