Wheels

[gbb]

Nothing wrong with the cheap 27" wheels you can buy from Ebay. There is still a decent selection of tyres available as well despite what people say. Conti Ultra sports are nice tyres for the money in my opinion and come in both 27 x 1 1/8" and 27 x 1 1/4". Marathons are also available if you want puncture protection and the Michelin World Tour is a nice basic tyre.

The only thing about these wheels is that in my experience, the hubs that come in them do not have enough grease and the bearings are overtightened, but this is easily rectified.

So so true. But once set up, cheap wheels can last and run well. I brought a pair of cheap 700s for my trek hybrid, found the hubs overtightened and a bit graunchy. No problem, strip, grease well and adjust properly. Ive had them for 3 or 4 years now, no problem.

So working on that principle Op could buy some sensibly priced 27 inchers, get the LBS to give them the once over before fitting, and save a fortune and a lot of compliations. (just my opinion tho OP)

 

[manualtypist]

Thanks for all the advice everyone. Have decided to stick to 27" and switch to alloy. Will change brake pads too.