Got my gear stolen from a cafe in Medellin because I trusted the 'safe' corner spot

Last week I turned my back for maybe two minutes to grab a coffee refill. Came back and my laptop bag with my passport and backup drives was just gone. The cafe staff said it happens all the time, even in the nice areas. What's your go-to move to keep your stuff secure when you're working solo in public?

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2 Comments

coleh5114d ago

My passport stays in a money belt, always.

benbrown14d ago

My rule is the laptop cable gets looped around my leg or the chair leg. It's a cheap Kensington lock from Amazon. Thief would have to literally unbolt the table or cut the cable, which buys you the 90 seconds you need. Also, never put the passport in the bag. That stays in a separate pouch under my shirt.