Eagle Creek Travel Undercover Money
Rick Steves recommended this belt, so I bought it. Good thing. I always had my passport, money and cards on me. Even when I slept. It's comfortable enough that I never noticed it. (I took it off when I showered and a few times, but you get the idea.) I would rather be safe than sorry. In one of the hostels I stayed at, a group of backpackers were robbed, thinking their stuff was safe in their rooms. Not so.
The deluxe version was big enough to fit my valuables, and I would recommend this version over the standard one, which is much smaller. The deluxe wrapped around my lower stomach, but it wasn't that noticeable. I would carry a little bit of money in my pocket, so I wouldn't have to reach into the belt. As far as sweating goes, I travelled in early fall across Europe. I didn't have to worry about heat and perspiration. A few times, when I went running in London and Florence, the money belt did retain the moisture from my body, but it was nothing to be uncomfortable.
Overall, I felt very safe and comfortable wearing my money belt. Obviously, if someone was intent on mugging me, a money belt would probably not deter them. However, as far as petty theft goes and opportunistic pickpocketing, having a money belt is just a smart idea.
Great product! I bought it for a 10 day Italy trip with my girlfriend. It was spacious enough for for both our passports, railpasses and cash! Comfortable fit, but it gets pretty hot wearing it.
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BalasHapusI do not use travel money pouches around my waist as experience proved that to be uncomfortable and too much of a bother. This pouch fits very well around my leg with a snap closure. I just cut off the excess elastic. It has two pockets which gives me lots of room for credit cards, currency, etc. I am extremely pleased with it.
BalasHapusRick Steves recommended this belt, so I bought it. Good thing. I always had my passport, money and cards on me. Even when I slept. It's comfortable enough that I never noticed it. (I took it off when I showered and a few times, but you get the idea.) I would rather be safe than sorry. In one of the hostels I stayed at, a group of backpackers were robbed, thinking their stuff was safe in their rooms. Not so.
BalasHapusThe deluxe version was big enough to fit my valuables, and I would recommend this version over the standard one, which is much smaller. The deluxe wrapped around my lower stomach, but it wasn't that noticeable. I would carry a little bit of money in my pocket, so I wouldn't have to reach into the belt. As far as sweating goes, I travelled in early fall across Europe. I didn't have to worry about heat and perspiration. A few times, when I went running in London and Florence, the money belt did retain the moisture from my body, but it was nothing to be uncomfortable.
Overall, I felt very safe and comfortable wearing my money belt. Obviously, if someone was intent on mugging me, a money belt would probably not deter them. However, as far as petty theft goes and opportunistic pickpocketing, having a money belt is just a smart idea.
This item is not the least expensive item of this sort that you can buy, but the quality is excellent. Well worth a few extra dollars.
BalasHapusI wore this daily for 2 weeks on a recent trip. It was comfortable, did not cause sweating or turn smelly, and was not noticeable under my clothing. I used one pocket for my passport, which did not get bent, and the other for money. Obviously you need another wallet for your spending money for the day, as you can't access it easily and that's the point of an undercover money belt
BalasHapusI regularly wear a money belt and after 6 years, my old money belt finally wore out. That old money belt was an Eagle Creek and I liked it so much that I decided to get another one, but of course in a different color - mocha. I've shopped and tried other money belts, and none of them compare in terms of quality and value to that of the Eagle Creek money belts. Sure, you can get a cheaper one but it probably won't last as long or feel as good.
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I have a wallet that measures 1.5 inches thick and I can easily get that into the Eagle Creek money belt with plenty of room to spare. I also carry two sets of keys and have room for a passport, USB thumbdrive, coins, and my iPhone 4S. This effectively makes sitting down in an airplane seat much more comfortable when my pants pockets aren't bulging out due to all the items I have to carry. If you can fit your item(s) within a box that measures 10 inches long x 3.5 inches wide x 1.5 inches thick - then it would probably fit into this money belt.
Comfort
This money belt features a soft fabric along the inside that faces your skin - so that it doesn't feel sweaty or uncomfortable. The elastic belt is completely adjustable and easy to fit. I have a 36" waist and there's still plenty of belt left to accommodate larger sizes. The elastic fabric allows you to take the money belt out easily to retrieve items and then put it back under your clothes.
The best thing about wearing money belts is that your wallet and personal items are more secure - especially when traveling. And after trying several other money belts, this is the one I prefer the most. It never gets sweaty, is always comfortable, and keeps my items secure.
I used it traveling to Italy and felt reassured that my money and passport were hidden, therefore safe. The material is very thin and it's comfortable to wear. I would recommend it to anyone traveling overseas.
BalasHapusThe undercover money belt worked just fine. It was nice and thin and I enjoyed the two zippered pouches. I wore it all the time for two weeks and never had to access it. Therefore it worked perfectly!
BalasHapusJust returned from a 10 day tour of France. Wore this money belt everyday. I carried a passport, two credit cards and 800 euros and was comfortable all the time Just wear it below your belly button within your pants. This belt does not show. I bought the necklace version too. Did not like. its too bulky under your clothes and shows.
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