Padlocks & Hasps

The airport security gauntlet. It can be the most daunting and frustrating part of any vacation or business trip. All the fumbling, undressing, and liquid separating can get anyone flustered. If you’re in a hurry, it’s downright maddening.

There are plenty of ways to ease the pain, however. Not long after the TSA took over and stepped up security measures, a few innovative companies launched products to make it easier. After the liquids ban went into effect preventing carry-ons over three ounces, a range of other products arrived to help us deal with the new hurdle. Until another rule gets piled on top of those, the following items will help you do three things:

- Cut down on the amount of metal on your body
- Help you keep everything accessible and organized
- Make it easy to meet the 3-1-1 ban on carrying large liquids aboard

Pack the items you like best and remember to dress for the airport. That means no clunky metal jewelry, shoes that slip on and off easily, and a bag with a pocket to hold your mobile phone and keys.