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Great advice. Many thanks to all.

Re kojaks I read a very scientific test or rolling resistance which found them to be surprisingly poor. The contis performed way better.

Hi and thanks for admitting me to this excelent forum. My first post.

I am planning a 125 mile ride from Hook of Holland to Wesel ( germany ) in late May.
Reckon it'll take 3 days with smallish panniers on the back and a small bag up front.

My current bike is my trusted rigid Carrera Subway with 26 inch wheels and V brakes. I was looking to buy some skinnier tyres as an upgrade as the trip will be all on tarmac.
Was looking at Continental Sport Contacts. Narrowest I can find.

-but im on a tight budget and those tyres will almost cost more than the Subway is worth.
Was thinking I could equally buy a cheap secondhand hybrid with 700c wheels and have more choice of tyre.
But I'm also thinking: skinny tyres = hard ride!

So my question is:
Should I buy another second hand bike for around £150 with 700c wheels? or best stick with the Subway and buy some decent tyres??

Any advice much welcomed!