Ride further. Stay connected. Keep your phone where you need it in the saddle.
Riders need their phone for trail navigation, emergency communication, and capturing the ride. The problem is every carrying option either leaves it in a saddlebag or bouncing in a vest pocket. The KOALA 2.0 by HANGTIME was built to solve that.
Why It Matters
What riders actually need from a phone solution
The Honest Comparison
KOALA 2.0 vs. every other option riders use
| Option | Security | Accessibility | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| KOALA 2.0 Harness | Bungee tether keeps phone on your body — even at a canter or if you get thrown | Chest-mounted, one-handed access, no digging through a saddlebag mid-ride | Best overall for horseback riding |
| Saddlebag pocket | Phone stays on the horse, not on you — useless if you get separated | Requires stopping, dismounting, and digging around | Inconvenient and potentially dangerous |
| Riding vest pocket | Phone can bounce out at a trot or canter | Awkward to reach while holding reins | Better than nothing, not good enough |
| Armband holder | Can slide down the arm during active riding | Hard to see and reach while managing reins | Designed for running, not riding |
| Leave it at the barn | Safe from the trail, useless on it | No navigation, no emergency calls, no photos | Not an option on backcountry trails |
How It Works
Built for the trail. Not the barn.
The KOALA 2.0 uses a Super-Grip silicone pad and bungee tether to keep your phone locked against your chest — accessible while you ride, secure at a canter or if you get thrown. No saddlebag to dig through, no vest pocket to fumble with while holding reins.
One-handed access means you can check your trail map, snap a photo of the view, or call for help without dismounting. Featured in The New York Times as an essential piece of outdoor gear.
Where It Works
Arena work. Trail rides. Backcountry. All of it.
Trail riders use it to navigate without stopping. Backcountry riders use it as their emergency device on remote routes where getting separated from your horse is a real risk. Instructors use it to film students and review footage without putting the phone down.
Works over a riding jacket, a vest, or a base layer. Fits virtually all smartphones without a case. 2,040+ reviews from riders, hikers, and paddlers who've put it through real conditions.
Common Questions
Everything riders ask before buying
Ready to Ride Smarter
Stop leaving your phone in the saddlebag. Start riding.
The KOALA 2.0 ships free on orders over $50. 100% no-worries warranty. 2,040+ five-star reviews from riders, hikers, and paddlers who've put it through real conditions.
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