Gear Guide

The mountain is better without the anxiety. Keep your phone close.

Every skier has a chairlift horror story. Phone slips out of a pocket, bounces off the chair, gone. Or it's buried so deep in your jacket that pulling it out mid-run means stopping, removing gloves, and digging through three layers. The KOALA 2.0 by HANGTIME was literally born on a chairlift — designed by a skier who got tired of the same problem.

Skier on mountain with KOALA phone harness

Why It Matters

What skiers actually need from a phone solution

Chairlift-proof security The KOALA's bungee tether keeps your phone attached to your body even if you fumble it off a chairlift. No more horror stories.
Gloves-on access Pull up a trail map, snap a photo, or change your playlist without stopping or removing your gloves. One-handed, chest-mounted, always in reach.
Cold-weather ready Designed to perform in harsh mountain conditions. Works over any ski jacket, fits virtually all smartphones, no case required.

The Honest Comparison

KOALA 2.0 vs. every other option on the mountain

Option Security Accessibility Verdict
KOALA 2.0 Harness Bungee tether + grip pad — won't fall off a chairlift or in a crash Chest-mounted, one-handed access, works with gloves on Best overall for skiing
Jacket pocket Falls out on chairlifts, lost in powder, bulges uncomfortably Buried under layers, impossible to reach mid-run The most common way phones get lost on the mountain
Arm band Slides on puffy sleeves, not designed for cold weather Hard to see through goggles, blocks pole grip Built for running, not skiing
Chest GoPro mount Secure, but phone-specific mounts are bulky and expensive Awkward to access, requires two hands to remove Overkill for casual use
Ski pants pocket Secure when zipped, but hard to access Requires stopping, removing gloves, unzipping Fine for storage, not for use on the mountain
KOALA 2.0 phone harness worn by skier on mountain

How It Works

Born on a chairlift. Built for the mountain.

The KOALA 2.0 uses a Super-Grip silicone pad and bungee tether to keep your phone locked against your chest. It works over any ski jacket, fits virtually all smartphones without a case, and is designed to perform in cold-weather conditions where other solutions fail.

One-handed access means you can pull up a trail map, snap a photo from the lift, or change your playlist without stopping. The bungee tether means if you fumble it, it doesn't go anywhere. Featured in The New York Times as a ski essential.

Skier on chairlift with phone accessible

Where It Works

Resort days. Backcountry. Chairlifts. All of it.

Resort skiers use it to track vertical, navigate trail maps, and capture runs without stopping. Backcountry and touring skiers use it for navigation and emergency communication in terrain where leaving your phone in a pack isn't an option. Telemark skiers use it because nothing stays in a pocket when you're dropping into steep terrain.

It's also the go-to for ski instructors, ski patrol, and parents on family ski days — anyone who needs their phone accessible without the anxiety of losing it. 2,040+ reviews from skiers, climbers, and hikers who've put it through real conditions.

As seen in
The New York Times NYT Wirecutter Esquire The Boston Globe Henry Ford Innovation Nation

Common Questions

Everything skiers ask before buying

Yes — the KOALA 2.0 is compatible with virtually all smartphones. The Super-Grip silicone pad works without a case. Check our phone fit guide for a full compatibility list.
Yes. The KOALA is designed to be worn over any ski jacket or base layer. The bungee tether keeps the phone secure regardless of what you're wearing underneath.
The bungee tether keeps your phone attached to your body even in a fall. It's not a rated safety device, but it's the most secure way to carry your phone on the mountain short of leaving it in the lodge.
Absolutely. Backcountry and touring skiers use it for navigation and emergency communication in terrain where leaving your phone in a pack isn't an option. It's one of the most common use cases we hear about.
Every KOALA comes with our 100% no-worries warranty. If something goes wrong, we make it right. No questions asked.

Ready to Ski Smarter

Stop losing your phone on the mountain. Start skiing.

The KOALA 2.0 ships free on orders over $50. 100% no-worries warranty. 2,040+ five-star reviews from skiers, climbers, and hikers who've put it through real conditions.

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