We share similar thoughts on fire starting, except I have a LMF ferro rod in the #2 spot. I might have to get some of those stormproof matches after watching that video, which is a little scary.

You should consider carrying two Bic Minis, instead of a Bic and that sparky. As you said, the sparky is basically a Bic without the Butane. So, why not just carry another Bic? The sparky is really NOT like a different type of device. The sparky is more like a similar, yet inferior, device. With your sparky and that tinder, you have maybe 10 chances to make a fire. In contrast, I have lit one of my Bic minis over 200 times. It still has fuel in it. Plus, we already know whatever Bic is doing in the manufacturing process is top-notch. I don't have the same confidence in a sparky.