Do you need to carry your phone when riding your horse? It can be important to have access to a phone in case of emergencies for yourself, your horse or other people. So let’s talk about cell phone holders for horseback riding.
If you ride alone, or go on trail rides by yourself, it is especially important to have your phone if you need help.
There are many options available to bring your phone along on a ride. Although a few examples are included of products that will hold your phone on your saddle, I’d suggest something that keeps your phone on your body in case you and your horse become separated.
If you get bucked off your horse, you won’t be able to call for help if your horse ran off with your phone attached to the saddle. So what are some of the best cell phone holders for horseback riding?
Here are the best ways to answer the question of how to carry your phone while horse riding:
Specifically designed to wear on your leg while riding. This handy holster will carry your smartphone and a couple other small items (like chapstick or a credit card), without getting in your way. The best part is that you strap this to your leg, so if your horse leaves you behind, you still have your phone to call for help! The Horse Holster comes in multiple colors and can be strapped to your thigh or calf while riding.
This is the best option for riding with an iPhone Leg Strap.
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Several brands of riding pants have come out with designs that include a phone pocket (usually along the thigh like yoga leggings are designed). The best breeches with a pocket are these Horseware Riding Tights with pockets. They are lightweight, come in cute patterns, and have phone sized pockets on both sides.
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Although originally designed for running, the Flip Belt is easy to wear while riding, and it’s lay flat design will stay out of your way on the horse. There are multiple pockets along this belt to make access to your phone and other essentials easy. The material is soft and comfortable so you won’t even notice it’s there. You’ll want to wear this a bit higher around your waist to keep it from hitting your saddle (so go a size down if you’re in between sizes).
This is a great option for holding your phone (and other goodies) if you ride western. The Pommel Pocket easily attaches to the front of your saddle making access easy and quick. The one negative of this product is that if you are separated from your horse, you will not have your phone, your horse who is galloping for home will have your phone.
If you already have an Apple watch, this can be a great option – if not, it would be a very expensive option! You may not need to carry your actual cell phone while riding, but if your Apple watch is enable with a wireless carrier, you can make calls or send text messages with your Apple Watch. It’s a great option for having the safety of easy contact while riding, but comes with a hefty price tag if you don’t already have an Apple Watch.
Sports Bra with a Phone Pocket
You can just drop your phone into your bra, but that can be uncomfortable and not good for you or your phone. Instead, try this sports bra with a pocket built in. It is simple to use and you can use it for all exercise, not just riding.
This is a cloth bag that attaches to your saddle. It will hold your phone and a few other small items you might need. The bag can also be attached to your belt if you’re riding alone so you would always have access to your phone. One of the best features of this bag is the multitude of designs it comes in! And at only $15, it is extremely reasonable in price.
If you’d prefer to have your phone on your arm versus leg (like with the Horse Holster above). You can simply get a phone armband designed to hold whatever model of phone you have. These come in many colors and designs and their original intended use is for holding your phone while working out, but they will accomplish the same thing by holding your phone out of the way while you ride.
A Phone holder that Attaches to your Belt
This leather phone holder securely hangs onto your phone, while offering two ways to attach it to your belt. You can use the belt loop on the back of the case, or a belt clip, and clip it to a belt loop on your pants. It is easy to use and may be a better option if you are wearing jeans while riding.
There are a multitude of options for carrying your phone while riding. Just don’t forget that if you are alone, you really need to have your phone on your body, not just on your horse in case you are bucked off.
Choose whichever option looks most comfortable to you, because the best method for bringing your phone is the one you will use every time. You never know when an emergency will arise, but it is best to be prepared by having a phone and being able to contact someone for help.
These are the best options for carrying your phone while riding. Feel free to leave a comment if you know of any other ways!
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