Money belts are used as alternatives to waist packs, which are too visible and vulnerable to pickpockets. They usually have multiple compartments and have fabric or silk inlays to reduce bulk.
Types of Money Belts
Kinds of Money Belts include the following:
Waist type money belts
Waist type money belts are worn over the stomach and have one or two zippered compartments.They are about ten inches long and four inches wide, and weigh about 57 grams.
They may be worn flat against the stomach or hang loosely from the pants.
Pocket type money belts
Pocket type money belts are worn inside the pants and hung from the belt or belt loops.
They are about half the size of wait-type money belts and have one or two compartments.
They are well-hidden but still easily accessible.
Neck or shoulder type money belts
These money belts are worn around the neck or shoulders and hidden under the clothes.
They may be hard to access from the inside and are more open to pickpockets.
They are the least secure type of money belt, but are still safer than waist packs.
Leg type money belts
Leg type money belts are worn above the ankles.
They are hard to retrieve but highly secure against pickpockets.
They are commonly used in high-risk bandit areas.
Belt type money belts
Belt type money belts are worn around the waist and have zippered compartments throughout the belt.
They about 24 inches of zippered area, offering ample storage for notes and coins.
They may be made of leather or fabric.
Choosing Money Belts (Buying tips)
Size: Choose a money belt that is thin enough to hide under your clothes. Make sure it does not get bulky when filled. Look for a fabric or thin leather belt that goes with the rest of your outfit.
Storage: Choose a money belt with large compartments for storing bills. Look for one with several separate compartments instead of a single large one for easier organization.
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