Best phone harness for wakeboarding Keep your phone where you need it on the lake.
Your phone is your camera, your music controller, and your connection to the crew. Keep it on your body between runs — not sitting in a boat compartment while you're in the water.
Why It Matters
What wakeboarders actually need from a phone solution
The Honest Comparison
KOALA 2.0 vs. every other option wakeboarders use
| Option | Security | Accessibility | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|
| KOALA 2.0 Harness | Bungee tether keeps phone locked to your chest — secure on the boat and accessible between runs | Chest-mounted, one-handed access on the boat without digging through a bag | Best overall for wakeboarders |
| Board shorts pocket | Phone falls out on impact with the water — guaranteed | Accessible on the boat, completely inaccessible in the water | High loss risk on the water |
| Boat storage compartment | Phone stays dry but completely inaccessible while riding | Requires stopping and walking to the compartment | Safe storage, zero usability on the water |
| Waterproof pouch on vest | Stays attached but bounces around and can interfere with riding | Hard to operate one-handed while on the boat | Clunky and distracting |
| Leave it at the dock | Safe from water, useless on the lake | No photos, no video, no sharing the session | Miss the whole experience |
How It Works
Built for the lake. Not the dock.
The KOALA 2.0 uses a Super-Grip silicone pad and bungee tether system to keep your phone locked against your chest. It works with virtually any smartphone — no case required — and fits over a rash guard, a wetsuit, or a board shirt.
One-handed access means you can snap a photo, change the music, or share a clip between runs without digging through a boat compartment. The bungee tether keeps your phone tethered to your body even on the boat — because losing your phone in the lake isn't a recoverable situation.
Where It Works
Cable parks. Boat sessions. Wakeskating. All of it.
Wakeboarders use it to document sessions, share clips, and stay connected between runs. When you're on the boat and your phone is in a compartment, you miss the shot. The KOALA keeps your phone on your body — accessible the moment you need it.
It's also the go-to for water skiers, wakeskaters, and anyone who wants their phone accessible on the water without the loss risk. 2,040+ reviews from paddlers, surfers, and adventurers who've put it through real conditions.
Common Questions
Everything wakeboarders ask before buying
Ready to Ride Smarter
Stop leaving your phone in the boat. Start riding.
The KOALA 2.0 ships free on orders over $50. 100% no-worries warranty. 2,040+ five-star reviews from paddlers, surfers, and adventurers who've put it through real conditions.
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