chainpadlock or not????

pantelis · Jan 29th, 2007, 02:38

I`ll be traveling from Varanasi to Bodhgaya by train.Do you find it necessary to buy a chain and secure my luggage with it under the berth???? I haven`t done it in the past & think of trying it now .What do you suggest????
Thanks

robotvoice · Jan 29th, 2007, 02:49

couldn't hurt, especially in bihar.

pantelis · Jan 29th, 2007, 03:04

approximately the cost of it?????

Thanks for your reply

cyberhippie · Jan 29th, 2007, 03:07

I think I paid about 20 rupees for the chain and 25 for a padlock!! All bought on the platform of Delhi Train Station............Paper soap anyone!!

mangrove · Jan 29th, 2007, 03:11

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Originally Posted by cyberhippie

I think I paid about 20 rupees for the chain and 25 for a padlock!! All bought on the platform of Delhi Train Station............Paper soap anyone!!

Now... I'm not sure how accurate this is, but I was told to buy one from home rather than in India as those sold at the train platforms are not as sturdy? Would you say a combination lock is better than a padlock?

cyberhippie · Jan 29th, 2007, 03:18

The chains are really just a deterrent so I find the ones in India sufficient. Of course the fancy smancy titanium, moly chains from home will be stronger but I'm content with the Indian ones!!

If like me you're a total loss with keys then think about a combination lock from home. They're not easy to find in India!!

Paper soap, soap PAPER

noflylist · Jan 29th, 2007, 03:18

You get what you pay for and I agree with Cyberhippie

mangrove · Jan 29th, 2007, 03:22

Yep, I might just lose that key knowing me! That is exactly how I was thinking of the chains also - simply as deterrents. I've never heard of the titanium chains, but don't think they will be necessary.

My first train leaves from Nizamuddin in Delhi - would you say chains are easily bought at all Delhi railway stations?

cyberhippie · Jan 29th, 2007, 03:29

Absolutely, along with, padlocks playing cards, blow up pillows (which alway develop leaks) nail clippers, pens, wallets,handheld video games, cuddly toys, set of sliding doors and of course PAPER SOAP.

Just look for the shops on wheels along the platforms, that ply the arriving trains that's where you'll find them.

There are also plenty street sellers selling this stuff, just outside the station grounds at New Delhi Station!! Avoid their Trains At A Glance guides they are cheap fakes!!

noflylist · Jan 29th, 2007, 03:34

Paper Soap?

mangrove · Jan 29th, 2007, 03:35

Quote:

Originally Posted by cyberhippie

Absolutely, along with, padlocks playing cards, blow up pillows (which alway develop leaks) nail clippers, pens, wallets,handheld video games, cuddly toys, set of sliding doors and of course PAPER SOAP.

HAHAHahahah that's a lot of stuff! Good description, perfectly clear

I've been refraining from asking. What the hell is paper soap?

cyberhippie · Jan 29th, 2007, 03:39

It's a book of small soap inpregnated papers sheets, use one for washing your hands with at the toilet!!

Pick up a book when you get a chance, great for those long train trips or just as a momento!!

The guy will likely find you................Paper Soap SOAP PAPER PAPER SOAP

mangrove · Jan 29th, 2007, 03:45

Quote:

Originally Posted by cyberhippie

It's a book of small soap inpregnated papers sheets, use one for washing your hands with at the toilet!!

Pick up a book when you get a chance, great for those long train trips or just as a momento!!

The guy will likely find you................Paper Soap SOAP PAPER PAPER SOAP

That is so strange! So these are not like moist wipes? Do you find they work well?

I look forward to hearing: 'Paper Soap SOAP PAPER PAPER SOAP'

pantelis · Jan 29th, 2007, 03:45

indeed-what is this?I never used chain padlocks on my luggage in the past & fortunately i had No bad incidents on this but i always have this fear of robbing .I also carry no valuables but the problem seems to be that my backpack {it`s not possible to chain it } & my second smaller one too.How am i going to tie them up with the chain ?????

Anyway, i hope it is not common phenomenon the robbing

The majority of Indians are decent

noflylist · Jan 29th, 2007, 03:46

Just thought of getting a bottle of hand rub soap you see in lot of public rest rooms here in these states, great idea for India

Jan 29th, 2007, 02:38	#1
pantelis Hello Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Greece Posts: 282	chainpadlock or not???? I`ll be traveling from Varanasi to Bodhgaya by train.Do you find it necessary to buy a chain and secure my luggage with it under the berth???? I haven`t done it in the past & think of trying it now .What do you suggest???? Thanks __________________

Jan 29th, 2007, 03:04	#3
pantelis Hello Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Greece Posts: 282	Chainpadloch -can i find one in Paharganj???? approximately the cost of it????? Thanks for your reply

Jan 29th, 2007, 03:45	#14
pantelis Hello Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Greece Posts: 282	yeah "papersoap"??????? indeed-what is this?I never used chain padlocks on my luggage in the past & fortunately i had No bad incidents on this but i always have this fear of robbing .I also carry no valuables but the problem seems to be that my backpack {it`s not possible to chain it } & my second smaller one too.How am i going to tie them up with the chain ????? Anyway, i hope it is not common phenomenon the robbing The majority of Indians are decent

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Jan 29th, 2007, 02:49	#2
robotvoice mikeaholic Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: california Posts: 1,163	couldn't hurt, especially in bihar.

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cyberhippie Account Closed by User's Request Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: the Netherlands Posts: 6,012	I think I paid about 20 rupees for the chain and 25 for a padlock!! All bought on the platform of Delhi Train Station............Paper soap anyone!!

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cyberhippie Account Closed by User's Request Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: the Netherlands Posts: 6,012	The chains are really just a deterrent so I find the ones in India sufficient. Of course the fancy smancy titanium, moly chains from home will be stronger but I'm content with the Indian ones!! If like me you're a total loss with keys then think about a combination lock from home. They're not easy to find in India!! Paper soap, soap PAPER

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noflylist Account Closed on User's Request Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Houston Posts: 840	You get what you pay for and I agree with Cyberhippie

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mangrove Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Canada Posts: 292	Yep, I might just lose that key knowing me! That is exactly how I was thinking of the chains also - simply as deterrents. I've never heard of the titanium chains, but don't think they will be necessary. My first train leaves from Nizamuddin in Delhi - would you say chains are easily bought at all Delhi railway stations?

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cyberhippie Account Closed by User's Request Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: the Netherlands Posts: 6,012	Absolutely, along with, padlocks playing cards, blow up pillows (which alway develop leaks) nail clippers, pens, wallets,handheld video games, cuddly toys, set of sliding doors and of course PAPER SOAP. Just look for the shops on wheels along the platforms, that ply the arriving trains that's where you'll find them. There are also plenty street sellers selling this stuff, just outside the station grounds at New Delhi Station!! Avoid their Trains At A Glance guides they are cheap fakes!!

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noflylist Account Closed on User's Request Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Houston Posts: 840	Paper Soap?

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cyberhippie Account Closed by User's Request Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: the Netherlands Posts: 6,012	It's a book of small soap inpregnated papers sheets, use one for washing your hands with at the toilet!! Pick up a book when you get a chance, great for those long train trips or just as a momento!! The guy will likely find you................Paper Soap SOAP PAPER PAPER SOAP

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noflylist Account Closed on User's Request Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Houston Posts: 840	Just thought of getting a bottle of hand rub soap you see in lot of public rest rooms here in these states, great idea for India

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