Originally Posted by
kaka
1) in the case where you have a load to carry, the peace of mind would make up for the uncomfyness.
2) get those thin "passport holder" that you can wear under your shirt/jacket so it goes around ur neck/shoulder instead
I always have a jacket on flight (the cabin can sometimes get really cold). Putting money and passports inside the inner pocket of my jacket is quite safe, but I nearly always lock my carry-on anyway.