Luggage Lock Uses Words, Not Numbers

I should remember my PIN codes and combinations for luggage locks, bike locks and miscellaneous padlocks, to say nothing of numerous phone numbers, cell phone numbers, street addresses and Zip codes. But I don't. For those I select, I try to use the first or last four numbers of past phone numbers. Sometimes it works, but I sometimes get those ancient phone numbers mixed up, and I try to use a bike lock combo on the ATM or my PIN number to unlock a suitcase.

So I was delighted to learn about WordLock, which uses letters rather than numbers. For someone like me, who is better at words than at numbers, this is a brilliant innovation. All WordLocks are said to be easy to set and reset, and the manufacturer says that the luggage lock models are TSA-approved. They are available in several colors to harmonize or contrast with one's own bags. If you are one of the millions with black rolling suitcases, you'll find yours easier to spot on the carousel if it is outfitted with a colorful lock on a visible zipper pull.

WordLock's website does not give a manufacturer's suggested retail price, but expect to pay about $10-$12, depending on whether you buy it via mail or at a local luggage, travel gear, sporting goods or other retail outlet.