I need a spare wheel for a long, cold weather tour.
I need a spare wheel to take with me on a Scandinavian tour up to the Arctic circle and back through Lapland. Even a space saver is better than a bottle of sealant. Any suggestions appreciated.
Asked on 21 January 2013 by ramsap101

For this sort of expedition, presumably on cold weather tyres, you need to buy a full size matching spare and find som means of securing it safely in the luggage compartment.
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