I also carry 3 boots when I ride aside from tubes. that allows me to make a quick fix patch until I can get home to be able to change out the tire. they weigh less and are not as bulky. If all you are doing is shorter rides, I think carrying an extra tire is one of those overkill things. I have rescue vehicles I can call, and like it or not, the city bus goes pretty far in my parts. now, anything that takes me out of the Phoenix Valley Metro city complex would call for such extra preparation I imagine. Multi-day for sure.

how long are the rides you usually do, Shadon?