Pink Eyed Jim’s Blog

This has long been a member of the “Should I take this?” tribe of questions.

I never could figure this one out, but for some reason there are still many travelers roaming the globe without travel locks. I must have missed something because I was under the firm impression that having a travel lock packed for the journey was an event fueled by common knowledge.

With that being said, I feel the need to take this chance to explain the importance of this inexpensive nightmare prevention device known as the “travel lock”.

Let’s be honest though, we have to admit that a travel lock is simply a small padlock with a different name. Make no mistake this is not some kind of super special supped up version of the regular padlock, rather, this is the exact same thing.

Either way, it is a vital item that needs to be added to your list of things required.

A travel lock is simple, small and usually very light if even noticeable. Travel locks can be found quite affordable in most cases. As an added bonus, the low cost does not at all sacrifice durability of the product itself. Again, we’re talking about a padlock here.

To sum it up… travel locks are there to operate as a “car alarm” for your backpack.

I’ve known a few backpackers who have had packs searched while asleep and the end result was not at all one of delight.

In my opinion, every precaution that you can take that will help make your journey run smoothly is worth the time and money involved if it is within reason.

At an average cost of only $5.00, you have to ask yourself… why not?

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