Why would I pay $1.25 for a garbage bag? Well, I got caught in the rain about 30 miles from my hotel. It wasn't a heavy rain, but enough to soak me. I found these guys who ride in the rain for a living - they hang out on their motorcycles near bus stops and give people rides for "the last mile." I gave the guy 50 Pesos after he ran and got me a bag and custom tailored it for my arms and neck. And besides, he at first offered to give it to me.