I like the alcohol swabs idea. The patch probably would have held if I had been able to get my hands clean. As for the tube, I used my shirt. That didn't work with my fingers though.
How do people pack lots of extra gear. I use a wedge pack that has room for my patches, multitool, and either binoculars or a spare tube, but not both. I really like having the binoculars along, but enjoy solid tires a little better.
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