I used to own a metal (horseshoe shaped) pant-clip. I didn't much like it, but it more-or-less worked.

I am enamored of the dahon strap-style device that 'comes with a new dahon' (anyway the IDEA thereof). I have purchased a used dahon. It did not come with the strap. I phoned my lbs (according to a web-site - a dahon dealer - they agreed there existed such a relationship, but they don't stock any parts) and was told it may not even be possible to order the strap without the bike 'attached'.

What does anyone here think? Is there a way to buy this seemingly-useful device separately? Is there a reasonable alternative (e.g., a strap that fits to the handlebar, or somewhere, so it is always with the bike) - even if not dahon? I am always misplacing my metal gizmo because it does not do that - it is, in fact, misplaced right now. Stuffing my pant leg into my sock is not much fun.