On another note, I had a question about the locks for our bags in Kathmandu. What are you bringing I have a normal combination lock but I that is not going to fit on my zippers. Plus my duffel has about 6 compartments do I need to have a lock on all of them?
I thought of this exact same issue as I lay in bed last night. It is essential that you are able to lock the bags you plan to leave in Kathmandu while we trek. You may even want to lock your belongings into your suitcases anytime we leave the hotel room.
But you don't need a lock that is Fort Knox--the point is to deter someone from browsing through your bag in a hurry. Imagine the scenario and you will understand--the thief is somewhere he shouldn't be to begin with, so he's not taking his time. He looks at a room full of suitcases: some have locks, some don't. Which do you think he will choose?
A stronger, more expensive lock will not make much difference--if you're dealing with a determined thief who specifically wants what is in YOUR bag, he'll just take your bag.
Regarding the six compartments, well, I wouldn't keep your stash of gold bars in one of those unlocked compartments.... ;) It depends. If you are going to keep things in them, you'd probably not want to tempt the bad guys by leaving them unlocked. An option is just to leave the smaller compartments empty when you check your back at the hotel, and just lock your stuff in the main compartments.
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