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Pacsafe GO Anti-Theft Tech Crossbody
A tiny crossbody that replaces your wallet on city days
A small crossbody in water-resistant recycled polyester with a steel-wire-reinforced strap and lockable zip pullers. It opens like a book to six card slots, a passport pocket and a phone pocket, with an RFID-blocking pocket inside.
Our take
A bag on your back is the easiest one to pick. A backpack on a crowded metro is easy to open without you noticing. A small bag on your front, where you can see it, is a different story.
This one does the job of a wallet and a phone pocket. It opens like a book to six card slots, a passport pocket, a pen loop and a phone pocket, so everything has a spot. The strap is steel-wire reinforced to resist cutting, the zip pullers lock, and at 0.35 lb you won't notice it on a long walk. It's small on purpose. No water bottle, no sunscreen, no jacket, so on a full day out you may still want a second bag.
If your city days come down to phone, cards and passport, this is the one we'd buy. Check the price before you book.
Who it’s for
City travelers who want phone, cards and passport in one secure bag on busy streets and transit.
Skip it if
Skip it if you carry water, snacks or layers all day. A bigger anti-theft sling or a small daypack holds more.
Pacsafe GO Anti-Theft Tech Crossbody: questions people ask
Do anti-theft bags really work?
Cut-resistant straps and lockable zips make a quick grab or slash harder. They're a deterrent, not a guarantee, so stay alert in crowds.
Can I carry a passport in a crossbody bag?
Yes. Worn in front, a crossbody is easy to keep an eye on, and this one has its own passport pocket.
Is a crossbody bag better than a backpack for city travel?
For valuables, usually yes, because it sits in front where you can see it. A backpack holds more but is easier for someone to open behind you.
Where we recommend it
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