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Hidde H Hey guys, I'm afraid I'm pretty damn late with this, but better late than never, eh? So tomorrow I'm heading for beautiful Austria and when riding I prefer to have my phone with me(especially since I'm probably riding on my own as I'm not gonna wait for my parrents when I'm down the mountain and they are at the middle...). But... it's not the cheapest phone out there(Samsung Galaxy S2) so I'd rather not shred it... No time to buy a case anymore obviously so do you guys think I could have it with me or would it be stupid? Is it possible(likely) to break it when it's in the pocket at my chest and I bite snow? And is that pocket waterproof enough?(it's an O'neill jacket so I'd expect it is, right?) Thanks in advance, have a good season guys. -Hidde #1 · Dec 28, 2011 Hey guys, I'm afraid I'm pretty damn late with this, but better late than never, eh? So tomorrow I'm heading for beautiful Austria and when riding I prefer to have my phone with me(especially since I'm probably riding on my own as I'm not gonna wait for my parrents when I'm down the mountain and they are at the middle...). But... it's not the cheapest phone out there(Samsung Galaxy S2) so I'd rather not shred it... No time to buy a case anymore obviously so do you guys think I could have it with me or would it be stupid? Is it possible(likely) to break it when it's in the pocket at my chest and I bite snow? And is that pocket waterproof enough?(it's an O'neill jacket so I'd expect it is, right?) Thanks in advance, have a good season guys. -Hidde Sort by Oldest first Oldest first Newest first Most reactions #2 · Dec 28, 2011 It'll probably be waterproof enough and you'll not break it. If your jacket has an internal media pocket, put it in there. I ride with an iPod touch in my pocket all the time and have a "roll an tumble" style of riding, never had issues with damage or snow getting into it. Happy riding. #3 · Dec 28, 2011 Thanks for the reaction

Well I got one of those pockets just under my chest, and since it's got one of those little holes for earphones it's probably designed for phones/mp3devices. Hasn't got a zip though, have to close it with velcro(though it feels pretty strong). But I guess I'll just take it with me.

Thanks. EDIT: Is putting it in a backpack perhaps a better option? #4 · Dec 28, 2011 It should be ok in a chest pocket or jacket pocket as long as you stay out of the park. #6 · Dec 28, 2011 Still doubting if I should play music. Doesn't it distract you? I mean, if you listen music you won't be able to hear anyone or so...

Good point. Well if I decide to go to the park I guess I'll just take it to the hotel. It's pretty much right next to eachother anyway. Thanks for pointing that out, might prevent me from breaking it when doing stupid stuff! 0 Reply #5 · Dec 28, 2011 I take my droid x with me all the time... Music.... #7 · Dec 28, 2011 I use my iPhone for helmet tunes every time I ride, just put it in any pocket with a zipper and KEEP it zipped. #8 · Dec 28, 2011 i put my phone in a ziplock bag inside of a good water tight pocket on my pants.. s'all good #12 · Dec 28, 2011 I have a Galaxy as well, and I also use a ziplock. If you use the sandwich bags (as opposed to the freezer bags) you can actually control your phone and have a conversation without taking it out of the bag. I also have a case for my phone, so I don't know about durability if you hug a tree at speed... 0 Reply #9 · Dec 28, 2011 if you hit a tree or a rock or a rail on your phone it could save your life :eek:

other than that it will be fine #11 · Dec 28, 2011 Sometimes I carry mine in my chest jacket pocket when I think I might get in to some Gun battles.. better to take one in the phone than the heart I say. 0 Reply #10 · Dec 28, 2011 I always take my phone with me boarding, for music and co-ordinating people. Inside jacket pocket, no case. #13 · Dec 28, 2011 Carry mine for boarding as well for tunes. It can also be used for emergencies situations as well. I have an Otterbox for the phone so it can take a bit of a beating and adds some waterproofing as well. #14 · Dec 29, 2011 I just got a Galaxy S2 and I just swap my sim card into my old 3GS. I destroyed the glass on my 3GS in Keystone this year on a rail, so it can be broken. I even had it in an otterbox. And otterbox + 3GS is my typical setup. #15 · Dec 29, 2011 I always have my phone with me, but the cold will DRAIN THE SHIT out of your battery. #16 · Dec 29, 2011 If you keep it close to your body (chest pocket), it should be fine. I use an iPhone for music all day - after 7 hours, typically I left the hill with ~91% battery. Insert Quotes Post Reply

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