Delicata are generally noted for being a poor keeper. You might get storage life from them, but I find even in the best of conditions, the quality of the squash goes downhill fast (or faster than most squash). They are best used, in my experience, within a couple of months after harvest. Certainly before the green stripes turn orange.
New England Pie pumpkins, Winter Luxury pumpkins, and Long Pie pumpkins are noted for being good pie pumpkins. I have also heard that old-fashioned Blue Hubbard squash, which can be huge, also make a great pumpkin pie filling.
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