For info --
I just got word from Universal Cycles that they have Michelin 'World Tour' tires in stock. These are 27 x 1 1/4 tan/gumwall clinchers ready for the on-topic look. At only $14 USD per tire, seems a pretty good deal -- I've got what I needed - ;-)
http://www.universalcycles.com/
Bob Hillery
Stratham, New Hampshire
USA --