Case for the phone and documents for the Peli 1020 kayak

Phone dead, documents soaked, keys overboard — none of that happens when your essentials travel in a Peli 1020. This compact, bright-yellow hard case seals out water to IP67 (down to 1 metre for 30 minutes), blocks dust completely, and shrugs off the drops and knocks that come with paddling, hiking, and everything in between. It weighs 250 g and takes up less space than a paperback. The price of a lost phone is painful. The price of this case is €31.

Who it's for and how to use it

The 1020 earns its place in the cockpit pocket of a sea kayaker, clipped to the shoulder strap of a whitewater paddler's PFD, tucked into the chest pocket of a trail runner, or in the hip bag of a ski tourer. Attach it to any bag or belt loop using the built-in anchor point — a standard carabiner or lanyard fits (both sold separately). One thumb on the quick-release two-stage latch opens it even with cold, wet, or gloved hands. Inside: your phone, a folded map, a bank card, car key fob, a pair of SD cards, a USB cable, or any combination of small valuables you cannot afford to lose.

Beyond paddling, the 1020 finds use on construction sites, in field labs, on fishing boats, at outdoor festivals, and anywhere a regular bag offers no real protection. The case floats (buoyancy: 0.34 kg) — a detail you hope not to rely on, but it is there if you need it.

Construction and what makes it last

The shell is Peli's high-impact copolymer — the same material across the wider Peli range — with rounded corners that deflect rather than absorb impact forces. A full-perimeter silicone O-ring creates the watertight seal. A pressure-equalisation valve with a bonded GORE-TEX membrane allows air to exchange freely without letting moisture in, preventing lid-lock when moving between cold water and warm air. All latches and hardware are stainless steel. The interior is lined with non-slip rubber to keep contents stable. Peli's lifetime guarantee covers defects in materials and workmanship.

Technical specifications

• External dimensions: 17.32 × 12.07 × 5.38 cm (6.82″ × 4.75″ × 2.12″)
• Internal dimensions: 13.49 × 9.04 × 4.27 cm (5.31″ × 3.56″ × 1.68″)
• Lid / base depth: 1.75 + 2.39 = 4.14 cm (0.69″ + 0.94″ = 1.63″)
• Buoyancy: 0.34 kg (0.75 lbs)
• Weight with rubber insert: 0.25 kg (0.56 lbs)
• Volume: 0.52 l
• Colour: Yellow
• Latch type: Two-stage quick-release
• Warranty: Lifetime

Certification

IP67 certified — dustproof and waterproof to 1 metre depth for 30 minutes.