Hey Brian, I know I'm late to the party, but 1st, yes zippers are a coaster enthusiasts best friend. But I love my "phone pouch" waist band I purchased from ACE a few years ago. Not sure if it's still available but 'twas AWESOME. Doesn't matter what you ride, some rides you have to drop it under your shirt shhhhh! but regardless of the coaster restraints, my phone is "safe" with me. Also it had 2 "secret" pockets. 1 pocket, had car key attached to the hidden clip in it. The other pocket had CC, driver's license,and "physical pass" in it. GAME CHANGER! LOL.