The Pacsafe Venturesafe 100 Gii Fanny Pack Review

In 2015 I started using Pacsafe Venturesafe Gii for my adventures in Australia since I care to keep my valuables safe during my travels and want peace of mind. Pacsafe bags match my expectations regarding quality and safety. Since then, it has become my favourite gear. Below, you can read my review of the Pacsafe Fanny Pack, formerly known as Pacsafe Venturesafe 100 Gii.

Review of Pacsafe Venturesafe 100 – Fanny Pack

This review is about my experience with the Pacsafe Venturesafe 100. Pacsafe has revised this waist bag, now named Pacsafe Fanny Pack, or Vibe 100 4 litres. It is the same hip pack in terms of functionality and capacity. Some stylish and model details have changed, though. While I still use the former version of the Pacsafe 100 Gii, the new hip bags from Pacsafe look smaller and less bulky.

Splashproof Material

As you may know, Pacsafe has developed eXomesh, a special anti-theft and slash-proof technology. This stainless steel wire is invisibly built into their travel gear and provides the highest protection against rips and tears.

However, the material is very soft to the touch, and at the same time, it stays in shape. I tend to pack a lot of stuff into this relatively small pack of about 3 litres volume; the material doesn’t get out of the body, and things don’t fall out if the zippers are left open. The back of the Fanny hip pack is padded with soft material for a comfortable grip around your waist.

Smart Zippers

A metal hook is hidden in a small pocket that you can use to secure the two compartments’ zippers. Very practical when using public transportation and in crowded places. It prevents thieves from reaching into your bag without even noticing it.

Dual buckle

The shoulder strap, reinforced with the unique stainless steel wire, can be adjusted to the desired length to be carried around your waist. I also use it cross-body or over my shoulder. At one end, the dual buckle can be released so you can put it around a table or a chair and secure it.

RFIDsafe

Moreover, the hip pack features the RFIDsafe. This special blocking material prevents thieves from stealing your identity, like the information contained on microchips in your credit cards and your passport.

The Inside Of The Pacsafe Hip Pack Anti-Theft

The compartments may differ slightly between the former Pacsafe Venturesafe 100 and the Fanny Pack or Vibe 100. Since I purchased it in 2015, they have revised their Pacsafe Wais bags a few times.

Pacsafe Fanny Pack Hip Pack Main compartments

The inside compartments have a beautiful map printed liner. Inside the main case, it fits a compact camera, a wallet, tissues, a small agenda or a notebook. You can store your iPhone, iPod, wifi router, or any electronic piece in the phone pocket. The RFID pocket is for credit cards or passports with microchips in it.

However, I use my passport’s front pocket to keep various docs and need a larger pocket. I’ve never used the pen holder and keyring in the main compartment. A zippered mesh pocket is in the main case, which I fill with keys, pens, a small mirror, a comb, and various personal items.

Zippered Front Pocket

I use this for my docs, like passports, driving licenses, flight tickets, and anything that can easily fit, like paper, plastic items, etc.

Verdict about the Pacsafe Waist Pack Vibe 100 4 Liter

I have discovered excellent travel gear for all my travels and everyday life. This recap summarises what I like most and what I’m not too fond of about this hip pack.

What I like about my Pacsafe hip pack

I love to move around hands-free and have all my travel essentials close, at easy reach, so the Pacsafe hip pack is convenient and meets all my needs. I love its design and soft material. Simultaneously, I noticed that things don’t fall out if zippers are left open, as the pack maintains its firm shape, preventing the item from falling out.

What I like less and what could be improved

The shoulder strap sometimes feels hard, and wearing the pack cross-body could take a bit longer. The dual-release buckle is hard to unlock. Well, it’s meant to prevent thieves, so you need to play with it and learn how to open it. I would place the RFID pocket or add a second one inside the front compartment. Apart from these minor things that I can put up with, I cannot find anything to complain about this top Pacsafe Venturesafe 100 Hip Pack. I’ve been using it for nearly eight years and will soon buy a new version.  I’m delighted with the Pacsafe quality, and I recommend it to anyone who loves to be hands-free and, at t same time, have control over personal items, feel safe and have peace of mind when travelling.

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This post was first published in 2015 and last updated in Jan 2023

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