Locking tents

[Boris]

I often see tents padlocked shut with those little suitcase padlocks. Its not something I do myself but others seem to think it worth while.

What do the folks here think? Are they being paranoid or prudent and will a padlock really stop someone wanting to get in?

[DaveS]

I often see tents padlocked shut with those little suitcase padlocks. Its not something I do myself but others seem to think it worth while.

What do the folks here think? Are they being paranoid or prudent and will a padlock really stop someone wanting to get in?

Hmmm that's an interesting one.
I've not seen any padlocked.

We just pull our zip down and ensure that all valuables are with us.
However I guess it might disuade some people.
I can't see any easy way to padlock our tent.... I will have a look though next week when we have our next outing.

[Jenna]

seen more and more people using stainless steel mesh 'valuables' nets for big stuff but never seen a tent padlocked!... after owning several rag top cars i fall in the dont lock it and have your roof trashed along with your goodies stolen camp!!!

I guess there is also the idea that by padlocking your tent your telling thieves you have something worth stealing!

[StumpyFingers]

seen more and more people using stainless steel mesh 'valuables' nets for big stuff but never seen a tent padlocked!... after owning several rag top cars i fall in the dont lock it and have your roof trashed along with your goodies stolen camp!!!

I guess there is also the idea that by padlocking your tent your telling thieves you have something worth stealing!

I must admit to agreeing that locking a canvas / nylon tent is a waste, if they want something a knife would ruin the tent.

[Boris]

My view is the same. I suppose it might stop inquisitive kids but anyone intending to nick something wouldn't be put off and you would just end up with no gear and a damaged tent.

Would be of little use on our big tent as it doesn't have a SIG (Now there is a topic that could run forever SIG or no SIG). They could just pull a couple of pegs and slither under.

[bigbogdog]

Well considering I can spring those locks with a saftey pin......