Yes, I think that is what it was. I tried it briefly but I'm going to have to play with it. You can't do it at the tightest or you won't be able to open the bag. Actually, it might not be as much of a problem if I'm just careful how I place the handles when I put it down. I just picked it up from the box and the handles were perfectly arranged from the last time I put it away.I think someone said they used a large safety pin on each side under the flap to hold the chains from slipping in.