These thick rubber things are called impactband(s). They have been proven to protect an iPhone from serious drop heights (video below). Sure they’re thick, but some people won’t mind considering a broken iPhone is very expensive to replace. These guys usually cost $25 here, but today is your day to try and get one for free.

All you have to do is leave a comment stating why you need one. The eight best comments will win. Oh, don’t forget to use your real email address so we can contact you by tomorrow.

Details:

• Leave only one comment
• US shipping address only
• Contest ends at 12:00pm EST 3/29/2011