Every summer, beaches and swimming pools are invaded by a large number of water sports enthusiasts. Swimming is synonymous with relaxation and pleasure, but you also need to think about the safety of your personal belongings while you're enjoying the benefits of the water. One of the most important items to protect are your keys: whether they're for your house, your car, or even your locker if you're in an equipped establishment. So where do you put your keys when you're swimming?

Keep your keys with you with the right accessories

One of the most practical ways of avoiding losing your keys while swimming is to keep them with you. There are several accessories for keeping your keys safe:

• Key-ring bracelet: available in different sizes, colors and materials, this type of bracelet features a waterproof pocket and a sturdy snap hook for hanging your keys. Wear it around your wrist to keep your keys close at hand at all times.

Advantage: price.
Disadvantage: only works with small keys. Not waterproof.

• The waterproof pouch: this option also works well for carrying your smartphone or battery-powered keys. The waterproof pouch usually comes with a wrist strap for attaching it to your wrist or around your neck.

Advantages: price, waterproofing.
Disadvantage: little freedom of movement, watch out for cheap models.

• The Salty Belt: our yulex belt with a high-performance waterproof pouch.

Advantages: waterproofing, freedom of movement, safety, Made In France
Disadvantage: price (€49.95)

• The floating key ring: this accessory is ideal if your keys accidentally fall into the water. The floating key ring attaches easily to your keys and helps them stay afloat thanks to its foam composition, preventing them from being permanently lost.

Leave your keys safely on the bank

If you prefer not to keep your keys with you while swimming, there are a few tricks for storing them safely nearby:

• Use a key box: if you have access to a fixed point, such as an enclosing wall or a rigid structural element like the rungs of a staircase, a secure key box with an access code can be an excellent solution for storing your keys while swimming. It's the preferred option for surfers.
• Go for camouflage: hiding your keys in something that doesn't look at all like secure storage can be an interesting option. For example, use a fake hollow rock to slide into a bed of vegetables, or place your set of keys in a waterproof bag and hide it in your cooler.
• Ask someone you trust: Finally, the simplest solution is always to ask a friend or family member who's staying by the shore to keep an eye on your keys while you enjoy the waves or the pool.

In short, swimming without worrying about your keys is essential if you want to enjoy the pleasures of the water to the full. There are a number of tips and accessories available to solve this problem, so all you have to do is find the one that best suits your needs and preferences, so you can relax to the max during your aquatic escapades.