Pacsafe Vibe 325 anti-theft slign bag
ZDNET's key takeaways
- Comfortable bag, even with a heavy load of tech
- Packed with security measures that really work to protect your stuff
- Can be worn on the front of back of the body.
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I've traveled quite a bit over the years, and on the whole it's been very drama-free. But I'm also aware that losing a smartphone, wallet, or passport can end a trip, or at the very least add stress and hassle on top of your plans.
This is why I take precautions. I AirTag pretty much everything that can be tagged (using the range of AirTag accessories from the fantastic Elevation Lab), I wear clothing that not only has a lot of pockets, but ones that are secured with zips, and I keep valuables out of sight as much as possible. This last one means I like to put things like my iPad, power banks, and charger into a bag.
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My choice of bag nowadays is a sling bag, and based on my recent experiences, they don't get any better than the anti-theft bags made by Pacsafe.
Pacsafe has a range of bags, but my bag of choice is the crossbody Vibe 325, with a 10 liter/610 cubic inch capacity, and enough room for a 13-inch laptop or tablet (my 13-inch iPad Pro with its Magic Keyboard cover fits perfectly).
There is also a smaller Vibe 150, which is a quarter of the size of the Vibe 325 if you don't want to carry a laptop or tablet. It has two main compartments, and inside those have smaller zipped and velcroed compartments to help organize your stuff. There's even an RFID safe pocket for bank cards and passports.
Handy RFID-proof pocket for wallets and passports.
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The sling bag has a single shoulder strap that allows the bag to be carried crossbody on the front or back, depending on your preference and situation. I find it to be super comfortable in ether orientation,…