The KOALA is built for movement. Here's how it performs across the activities our customers love most.
Rock Climbing
The KOALA works great for climbing. Wear it on your chest or upper arm — both positions keep your phone out of the way while you're on the wall and accessible when you need it at the belay station. The silicone grip handles chalk, sweat, and rough rock environments without slipping. Many climbers use it to film beta or track their sessions with apps like Mountain Project.
Skiing & Snowboarding
The KOALA is one of the best ways to carry your phone on the mountain. It keeps your device accessible for trail maps, music, and photos without digging through jacket pockets. The silicone performs well in cold temperatures and won't become brittle. Wear it over your base layer or mid-layer for best results. Works great with ski gloves on.
Hiking & Trail Running
For hiking and trail running, the KOALA eliminates the bounce and fumble of phone pockets. Wear it on your upper arm or chest strap position. It's lightweight enough that you won't notice it on long days out, and it keeps your phone ready for navigation, photos, and emergency calls.
Mountain Biking & Cycling
The KOALA works for biking, though we recommend the chest or upper arm position over the forearm for rides with significant vibration. It keeps your phone more stable than a jersey pocket and more accessible than a pack. Great for Strava tracking, navigation, and capturing trail footage.
Concerts & Festivals
One of our most popular use cases. The KOALA keeps your phone on your body and off your hands so you can actually enjoy the show. No more holding your phone up for hours or worrying about dropping it in a crowd. Wear it on your forearm or upper arm for easy access to the camera.
Kayaking & Water Sports
The KOALA's silicone is water-resistant and performs well in wet conditions. For kayaking and water sports, we recommend pairing it with a waterproof phone case for full protection. The harness itself won't be damaged by water exposure.
Yoga & Gym Workouts
The KOALA is a clean alternative to armband phone holders. It holds your phone securely during yoga flows, weightlifting, and cardio without the bulk of traditional armbands. The silicone grip stays put through dynamic movements and doesn't require velcro or straps that can loosen over time.
Travel
For travel, the KOALA is a discreet way to keep your phone on your body in busy airports, markets, and tourist areas. It's harder to pickpocket than a pocket and more convenient than a bag. Many travelers use it as a boarding pass holder and navigation tool in unfamiliar cities.
Photography & Videography
The KOALA is popular with content creators who need their phone accessible but hands-free between shots. It keeps your device ready to capture spontaneous moments without having to dig through a bag. Works well alongside dedicated cameras as a secondary capture device.
Have a specific activity question? Email us at hello@hangtimegear.com — we're happy to help you figure out the best setup for your use case.