Traveler's Personal Luggage and Backpack Security Tips

1.  Pacsafe Backpacker

A slash-proof cage of high-tensile steel you can wrap over your pack when travelling through dodgy parts. It is designed for easy harness access when on the move and pack protection during flights.

Also enables travelers to lock packs to secure fixtures and can be used to secure loose external gear to pack.

2.  Pacsafe Wrapsafe

The Wrapsafe is an adjustable cable lock designed to secure anything from briefcases and backpacks to roof-rack luggage and bicycles. Made from light, high-tensile stainless steel wire.

3.  Security neck wallet

This wallet, made from durable rip-stop nylon, has an adjustable, wire-reinforced neck and shoulder strap, zippered compartment and two pockets. Available in black and tan.

4.  Protectabag

Protectabag is a luggage-wrapping service available at major airports. Strong plastic is wrapped around your baggage to protect it against rough handling. It also stops flapping straps catching on conveyor belts.

Copyright 2003 The Age Company Limited The Age (Melbourne) April 26, 2003 Saturday, BYLINE: Liza Power