[jasonbvr]

My strategy is to keep the more expensive things and majority of cash in an inside pocket in my bag. That way if the get in my pockets or bag, less likely they'll get anything too valuable before I notice. Now if they try to snatch the bag, I feel sorry for that punk because I'm not giving up with out a fight.

The one time it happened to me was in France. This kid tried to snatch my sunglasses out of my pocket, but I grabbed him by the arm before he could take off.

Another strategy is keeping cash and cards in your shoes, but I have never needed such methods. I don't look that friendly to begin with so that is about all the deterrent I need.