Re: spare: I think it depends on your history. I went for years without a spare because at that time, it had been even more years since I had tire trouble that required a spare. So I'd say if you haven't been needing a spare, you can probably get away without one, but then have another plan for flats. I had a can of fix-a-flat in the car with no spare - but never used it.
Then I started to run tires until they blow. I am fully aware of the state of the bad tires but am extracting the last mile outta them. So in that case I have a good spare onboard ready to go at all times.
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