I'm thinking of buying one of those pacsafe bagsafe "anti-theft backpack & bag protector" (its 120l so I can fit my luggage into it) things for driving around france to anchor my luggage in the back of a small coupe type car that yes won't have a trunk (just a hatchback). I'll also cover it with a black tarp then put down the "cover" in case anything is visible (prob not though its not a large bag) then lock up the luggage with my usual cable and lock - . I normally don't go this all out with attempting to anchor or secure my luggage. I usually just loop a cable through it, then tie it together with a keyed lock. Am i being overkill? I'm mainly concerned for parking around the Loire valley in random lots (which may or may not have an attendant) - and around Normandy.
Posted by
Ontario, Canada
7038 posts
Quick question - is there always an anchor point inside all car storage areas? I assume that would be necessary to prevent a thief from just hauling away the whole thing? And this would be more secure than using the anchor point with your existing cable and lock system?
Posted by
1704 posts
I say there's no such thing as too much security, but with our trip to Normandy, I felt like sheep outnumber people. With that said, you have a hatchback so why not take the extra precaution.
Posted by
Chicagoland
1940 posts
Take whatever precautions make you comfortable. But, don't leave anything in the car that will be hard to replace - passport, meds, CPAP, family jewelry... If the worse happens, you can always buy clothes and toiletries.