Going to Vegas, should I buy a money belt? [Archive]

URAISEMEIRAISEU

01-05-2006, 06:09 AM

I'll have to carry around 1500 cash while I'm there because my bank doesn't have a branch there. Just wondering if a money belt and a decoy wallet would be a good idea. I'm staying at the stardust and will be walking around the strip quite a bit as I plan on playing at several locations. Maybe I'm too paranoid, but 1500 is kind of a lot of money for me hopefully I will have more by the end of my trip.

Raul Wong

01-05-2006, 06:41 AM

No you shouldnt buy a moneybelt silly!, you need a bulletprood suitcase to handcuff to your wrist.

If 1500 is too much for you to lose being jumped or whatever then you probably shouldnt be gambling with that much...just my opinion though.

Dynasty

01-05-2006, 06:47 AM

The Strip is very safe.

Lots of people walk around with lots of money. Nobody is going to notice you at all.

Photoc

01-05-2006, 06:59 AM

1500 in a money belt? WTF Are you doing, bringing all 1's? /images/graemlins/confused.gif

If it's 100's, it's 15 little pieces of paper. I wouldn't think you'd need this. I've carried upwards of 5k to a poker room, too and from work/car, and so on without ever having a problem.

Note to you idiots: I dont carry this much with me anymore /images/graemlins/grin.gif

bonuspokergod

01-05-2006, 08:02 AM

I carry one on my video poker trips, but that's because I carry upwards of 8 or 9k and that's too much for my wallet so I have to split it up. And after I'm done I typically have more cash so I need the extra room for the trip home.

Just put your money/wallet in your FRONT pockets, don't act nervous and you'll be fine.

topbrelan

01-05-2006, 08:11 AM

I was just in Vegas for NYears' -- I had about 6K with me and had no problems -- keep everything in your front pockets or wear a light jacket with some kind of inner pocket that zips up. As long as you don't advertise to the world by taking out all your bills at once you'll be fine. If you play good poker, you won't even have to go to your pocket at all /images/graemlins/smile.gif

SpaceAce

01-05-2006, 10:37 AM

Don't sweat it, just keep your wallet in your front pocket. If you want to feel safer, spread the money across a couple of pockets or leave some in the room. No biggie.

SpaceAce

cardcounter0

01-05-2006, 10:42 AM

Absolutely, you should get a money belt.
Then you could walk around and show people your money belt, and say, "I got $1500, ALL IN CASH, in here!"
Ought to be good for a few laughs.

Jeffage

01-05-2006, 10:54 AM

1500 in Vegas is no big deal. Keep it in all big bills in your wallet, stay on the strip, don't act nervous and you'll be fine. Have a good trip.

Jeff

itsmarty

01-05-2006, 11:00 AM

According to Froogle, moneybelts are $12.99 at JC Penny. Good thing you've mobilized 2+2 to sort this out before you made that kind of investment /images/graemlins/smile.gif

Martin

lapoker17

01-05-2006, 11:18 AM

decoy wallet for sure.

_TKO_

01-05-2006, 11:42 AM

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decoy wallet for sure.

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Fill it with expired condoms.

bennyblanco

01-05-2006, 12:06 PM

When I went to Vegas last May, I asked myself the same question, only my question was "Should I buy a utility belt?" I'm not sure why I asked myself that question - perhaps it had something to do with the fact that I had just seen the trailer for Batman Begins. I was too embarassed to ask for advice, so I just went ahead and bought one to be safe. I never imagined how important that utility belt would be. I was playing $5-$10 NL at the MGM grand when I caught quads against an angry drunk's full house. The board was A-5-5-7-9. He threw down his pocket aces in anticipated victory after I called his all in bet, and must have felt I slowrolled him when I turned over my 5-5. Anyways, he lunged at me and began chasing me around the poker room. I ran into the rainforest cafe and climbed a tree, but he kept coming after me. I worked my way to the end of the limb - and fell right into the lion's cage in the lobby! As the lions closed in on me, I closed my eyes in anticipation of my life's end - but WAIT!!! I had my utility belt. Just as Timorah (a 600 lb. lioness) sprung, I shot a grappling hook to the top of the cage and pulled myself to safety. I will never again return to Vegas without a utility belt.

All I can say is this: trust your instict and go with what your heart tells you. You will never regret it.

crackhead

01-05-2006, 08:31 PM

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Note to you idiots: I dont carry this much with me anymore /images/graemlins/grin.gif

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suuuuuuuuuuuure Photoc, suuuuuuuuuuure.... /images/graemlins/wink.gif (j/k)

Thremp

01-05-2006, 09:15 PM

Eff the money belt. Fanny pack.

TheMetetron

01-05-2006, 10:44 PM

HAHAHAHAHAHAHA!

I have more than this sitting in my wallet.

This must seriously be a joke, right?

I would start to be even slightly concerned until I got to over $10k. At that point, I'd just get $1k chips and solve that problem. You don't need a box until you are thinking of bringing substantially more than $10k.

TheMetetron

01-05-2006, 10:45 PM

Aka:

Put it in your wallet.

If you win, use a rubber band, put it in your pocket.

I know, it's difficult.

IgorSmiles

01-06-2006, 12:30 AM

Are you kidding? Money belt isnt enough. Look into hiring private security!

boscoboy

01-06-2006, 12:51 AM

I have more than this sitting in my wallet.

does it have "badmotherfucker" stamped on it?
because if it does, i think i might know you

Buzz-cp

01-06-2006, 02:23 AM

your money is safe. this is the belt buckle you need for vegas tho:

http://www.icedoutgear.com/media/BB110.jpg

Photoc

01-06-2006, 02:36 AM

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decoy wallet for sure.

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Fill it with used condoms.

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FYP /images/graemlins/grin.gif /images/graemlins/grin.gif

mattw

01-06-2006, 03:56 AM

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HAHAHAHAHAHAHA!

I have more than this sitting in my wallet.

This must seriously be a joke, right?

I would start to be even slightly concerned until I got to over $10k. At that point, I'd just get $1k chips and solve that problem. You don't need a box until you are thinking of bringing substantially more than $10k.

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not all of us are beautiful people born with silver spoons in our mouths. money is relative. his 1k may mean more than your "pocket change." i like ppl's who are arrogant.

cardcounter0

01-06-2006, 06:19 AM

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his 1k may mean more than your "pocket change."

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If 1k is that important, then maybe one shouldn't spend money to go to Vegas to gamble.

Hank_Scorpio

01-06-2006, 10:04 AM

Wait a sec - so a guy is concerned about losing $1500 and you guys are saying that if he is concerned about losing that money, perhaps he shouldn't be gambling?

What kind of logic is that?

Do me a favor - since you guys are not going to miss it and I could really use it, why don't you all send me $1500. I mean, its such an insignificant amount of money - you would be stupid NOT to do this!

PM me for the details.

Thanks!!

stealthcow

01-06-2006, 11:16 AM

i used a money belt when i was in europe to hold my passport/ travelers checks/ large bills.

it made me feel safer then using a wallet, and i also had a wallet with some money in case i did get robbed.

from other posters it sounds like the strip is safe and that having 1500 on you is not a huge amount, but if it makes you feel safer, more secure, then for the $13 or whatever its definetly worth it.

stealthcow-

DayTripping

01-06-2006, 12:29 PM

The people who are making fun of this guy for thinking $1500 is a lot of money are silly. Arrogant too. It's all relative -- Bill Gates would laugh at what these people think is a large amount of money as well.

However, posting on 2+2 about whether you need to buy a money belt to carry around $1500 is equally silly. It's not like you're going to have a target on your back if you've got some money on you. It's Vegas, everybody is walking around with money. And regardless, if you think you might need a money belt, just go to the freaking store and buy one for $10 for Christ's sake instead of posting on a message board about it. Seems to me the OP is just trying to brag about his bankroll (which obviously doesn't fly around here), or he's just not too bright.

stinkypete

01-06-2006, 01:53 PM

drewjustdrew

01-06-2006, 02:02 PM

How come no one has given the correct answer:

Get a safety deposit box at the casino you will be frequenting.

Quicksilvre

01-06-2006, 02:03 PM

Just put your wallet in your front pocket and keep your chin up. You'll be fine.

Banks2334

01-06-2006, 02:39 PM

Try a strap on.

Hank_Scorpio

01-06-2006, 02:44 PM

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How come no one has given the correct answer:

Get a safety deposit box at the casino you will be frequenting.

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I dunno if you need that much for $1500 - if you are staying where you are gambling, just use the hotel room safe.

soah

01-06-2006, 02:47 PM

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1500 is kind of a lot of money for me hopefully I will have more by the end of my trip.

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Why is everyone ignoring this in their efforts to mock him? If his poker bankroll is $7500 and he brings $1500 with him, that is 20% of his money. If he runs good and doubles it, then he's walking around with 33% of his bankroll. Why shouldn't you take some effort to protect it? It's not like he's asking if he should rent an armoured car or something.

Banks2334

01-06-2006, 02:51 PM

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1500 is kind of a lot of money for me hopefully I will have more by the end of my trip.

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Why is everyone ignoring this in their efforts to mock him? If his poker bankroll is $7500 and he brings $1500 with him, that is 20% of his money. If he runs good and doubles it, then he's walking around with 33% of his bankroll. Why shouldn't you take some effort to protect it? It's not like he's asking if he should rent an armoured car or something.

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Homeless people walk around with more money in Vegas.

DayTripping

01-06-2006, 02:52 PM

If you have to go to a message board for ideas on how to protect your money, you really shouldn't be carrying around any substantial amount of money in the first place.

The reason for the mocking is because his post is pointless. At least once a month we get some form of this post. "I'm going to Vegas next week with $1000... what should I do?!?!?!"

People need to use some common sense.

icepick

01-06-2006, 03:16 PM

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People need to get some common sense.

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FYP

KenProspero

01-06-2006, 03:17 PM

Serious answer to your question

If carrying that much cash will make you uncomfortable, then by all means get a money belt, decoy wallet, etc.

You probably won't need it, but will be beating yourself up forever if you do get pick pocketed.

Personally, I wouldn't bother, but it's really all a matter of personal comfort.

URAISEMEIRAISEU

01-06-2006, 06:52 PM

I was really just wondering how safe it is to walk around on the strip with large sums of cash. Also $1500 is more than I paid for my computer last summer, which I consider to be a major purchase.

Anyway thanks for the responses. I got some good laughs and some good insight.

bwana devil

01-06-2006, 07:08 PM

yes. if youre wearing your money pants.

http://dts.ystoretools.com/1002/images/250x1000/funbomocopap.gif

bwana devil

01-06-2006, 07:13 PM

seriously though, id secure it in my front pocket so you feel totally safe or get a money belt.

me, i just carry that amount in my front pocket. if youre not comfortable, go the extra step. and no matter what people are telling you there are plenty of pick pocketers on the strip. thats true about any tourist area.

bwana

Thremp

01-06-2006, 07:13 PM

Real advice: Split it up into front pockets, interior zippered jacket pockets, or a money belt if that makes you feel better. Money belts are still queer.

I had a money belt while in Europe and just left it in my backpack. Thing was a hassle. Just tie it to a Nalgene or something else in backpack and bury it in the bottom. Kinda like just a rubber band and a front pocket.

PokerCad

01-06-2006, 07:28 PM

I dunno,,,,,,,probly should hide in your unerwear so you won't be noticed when you pull it out,,,,

seriously, many wonder why the sarcasm,,,,the reality is anyone who plays mid-limit or above probably carries 3-5 K on them pretty much at all times, not arrogance but I guess we get a kick out of these kinds of posts. Deal with it, I think many of us don't play 1-2 where 100 bucks is a lot of money

FWIW I carry 2 money clips in each front pocket, one with a few hundred in twenties for misc and another with the C notes that I only bring out when I am buying chips, I always carry them cause I never know when the urge to play will hit me and I have never had any problems in So Cal, Vegas Or E Chicago where I play,,,,,

soah

01-06-2006, 07:50 PM

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If you have to go to a message board for ideas on how to protect your money, you really shouldn't be carrying around any substantial amount of money in the first place.

The reason for the mocking is because his post is pointless. At least once a month we get some form of this post. "I'm going to Vegas next week with $1000... what should I do?!?!?!"

People need to use some common sense.

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I don't really disagree with this. I was mostly referring to the people mocking the amount of money involved. First of all, the fact that you are carrying less money than other people does not mean that you won't be robbed -- these people don't know how much you have. And second, how much money you BRING is not going to be the same amount that you have at the end of your trip. I would imagine that very few people would not be bothered at all to have a couple thousand dollars stolen, and making fun of someone because they "only" have $1500 that they choose to gamble with is completely classless.

He asked legitimate questions regarding the safety of walking around outdoors and got a number of good replies.

nadical

01-06-2006, 08:22 PM

Phaedrus

01-06-2006, 09:27 PM

Moneybelts are ridiculous. You need to fold up the money and they don't hold much. Just split it up in a couple secure pockets and it'll be fine.

If someone follows you after they see you cash out then it doesn't matter where it's hidden cause they know you have it. But why would they target you for such a relatively small amount?

You're completely safe in the casinos or in a crowd but you're not necessarily safe walking off the strip to the fleabag hotel you're staying at :-)

Vegas or not, there are a lot of people in the world who would roll you for $1500 and be pretty happy about it.

Blackmarks

01-06-2006, 11:40 PM

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seriously, many wonder why the sarcasm,,,,,

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and here I was wondering why all the commas.

to the O.P.: do whatever makes you more comfortable, just be happy that
you aren't traveling in eastern europe where gypsy children slice your pockets
open with razor blades just as you're stepping onto the metro.

That said, money belts are quite awkward, and on top of that, they make
paying a hooker surprisingly awkward.

Chaostracize

01-07-2006, 12:08 AM

When I went to vegas I kept 3/4 of my money in my money belt and 1/4 in my wallet. The only problem with keeping money in the wallet is that you'll be touching your ass a lot.

TomBrooks

01-07-2006, 04:04 PM

I like your handle.

TheMetetron

01-07-2006, 06:03 PM

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HAHAHAHAHAHAHA!

I have more than this sitting in my wallet.

This must seriously be a joke, right?

I would start to be even slightly concerned until I got to over $10k. At that point, I'd just get $1k chips and solve that problem. You don't need a box until you are thinking of bringing substantially more than $10k.

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not all of us are beautiful people born with silver spoons in our mouths. money is relative. his 1k may mean more than your "pocket change." i like ppl's who are arrogant.

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Born with silver spoons in our mouths?

Give me a break.

My parents used to steal my piggy bank money to buy milk... I don't want to hear it.

TheMetetron

01-07-2006, 06:04 PM

You like stalking me don't you?

I don't swing that way dude, sorry.

TheMetetron

01-07-2006, 06:06 PM

I'm going to walk down the strip tonight with $3k in my wallet. I'll let you know if I have any problems.

Report to follow.

URAISEMEIRAISEU

01-07-2006, 07:11 PM

I found some pretty sweet money belts after a little bit of research. I think I'm going to go ahead and invest in one, not only for my piece of mind, but because they are stylish as well. Here a couple that I've got in mind.

money belt option #1 (http://www.beltoutlet.com/larsizmonbel.html)

money belt option #2 (89% customer rating!) (http://www.ebags.com/eagle_creek/undercover_trade_passport_money_case/product_detail/index.cfm?modelid=5693&sourceid=GOOGAUTO)

Alternative to a money belt (http://www.jimmytheshoedoctor.com/travel-product.php?product_id=141&category_id=20)

I'm so pumped to go to Vegas with my new money belt!

DayTripping

01-07-2006, 07:15 PM

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I think I'm going to go ahead and invest in one

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"Invest" in one? For God's sake, they cost $10.

Sorry bro, I know you're taking a lot of crap here, but I just couldn't resist.

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I'm so pumped to go to Vegas with my new money belt!

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Go get 'em man. Have a great time.

Terry

01-07-2006, 11:08 PM

I've traveled with the #2 style for about 25 years. I think it will be more comfortable than the leather one.

hint: Keep it in your suitcase when you're home. Makes it real easy to find when you're going on a trip. And if a pat down is imminent at airport security, tell him it's there before he starts patting you down.

bigbrett

01-07-2006, 11:37 PM

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1500 is kind of a lot of money for me hopefully I will have more by the end of my trip.

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Homeless people walk around with more money in Vegas.

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$1500 is a lot of cash for me to carry around most of the time, but then again I ride the train in Brooklyn. Anyway, on my last trip out to vegas I was taking the bus from downtown back down to the strip in the morning (for some reason I always end up playing in the morning at the Golden Nugget with the old guys, instead of waiting until midnight and all the drunks). I'm feeling pretty good about my run at the $2/4 kill game when I see the 15 year old kid next to me make sure no one's looking, pull out his knot and count down a few thousand. Now that kid has a future

Phaedrus

01-08-2006, 12:06 AM

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I see the 15 year old kid next to me make sure no one's looking, pull out his knot and count down a few thousand.

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Was there a blood-soaked money belt discarded under his seat?

lefty rosen

01-08-2006, 12:13 AM

Your just being paranoid. Have you ever cashed a pay cheque for 300 dollars in 20's? That's all 1500 is in c notes. Just walk around and nobody will bother you.......

TomBrooks

01-08-2006, 01:09 AM

How about this belt? Nobody will mess with you if you wear this.

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y23/TomBrooklyn/Jekyl_Belt_Double_Wrap_Sword1.jpg

highhustla

01-08-2006, 02:55 AM

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I think I'm going to go ahead and invest in one, not only for my piece of mind, but because they are stylish as well.

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VNH

IronDragon1

01-08-2006, 04:16 AM

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Your just being paranoid. Have you ever cashed a pay cheque for 300 dollars in 20's? That's all 1500 is in c notes. Just walk around and nobody will bother you.......

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I found some pretty sweet money belts after a little bit of research. I think I'm going to go ahead and invest in one, not only for my piece of mind, but because they are stylish as well. Here a couple that I've got in mind.

money belt option #1

money belt option #2 (89% customer rating!)

Alternative to a money belt

I'm so pumped to go to Vegas with my new money belt!

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Don't be so sure about that

Tony_P

01-08-2006, 05:52 AM

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How about this belt? Nobody will mess with you if you wear this.

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y23/TomBrooklyn/Jekyl_Belt_Double_Wrap_Sword1.jpg

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excellent choice.

Milo

01-08-2006, 06:19 AM

http://www.learner.org/jnorth/images/graphics/m/Muscle_RubberBand2.jpg

otter

01-08-2006, 01:52 PM

I'd suggest a money belt that goes around your waist, not around your neck. I have two money belts and you can put the bills in there w/out folding. I had around 20k in one of the smaller belts too all in 100's. It was bulky and I had to untuck my shirt, but it looked OK.

Keep your regular wallet in your front pocket and/or buy a front pocket wallet. You can get them at marshall fields. If you feel better w/ a money belt get one.