Salomon Active Skin 4 Running Hydration Vest Unisex, Ideal for Trail Running, Trekking and Hiking, Compatible with Hydration Bladder 1.5L

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And with the recent revamp, the Distance 4 now comes in dedicated men’s and women’s versions and offers better comfort with softer materials and a more bounce-free design. I think the Salomon Active Skin 8 is an excellent option for those new to trail running or entering their first Ultra race.

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But whether you’re competing in a supported race or headed for a day in the hills, a performance vest will be your best bet for the rigors of long-distance trail running.Our petite female tester, for instance, has to make sure that a vest’s water bottle holders don’t end up in her armpits when cinched tight. When you’re running long distances on a training run and especially in a race, you don’t want your pack bouncing around.

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This sleeve usually has a compartment for a few small essentials (a bar and your keys, for example) and wraps around your hand so that you can hold it without needing to grip. In our opinion, sleek and minimalist belts are super functional for carrying small items, but larger loads on the waist can get unwieldy and awkward. Also, there is plenty of storage for extra layers, food, and gear for over a half-day worth of running. In terms of running belts, there are a variety of great options, some of which are spin-off designs of vests above (including the Nathan Peak Hydration Waistpack and the Salomon Agile 250 Set Belt).Speaking from experience, our female testers have found that their shoulders are too narrow for most unisex vests, meaning that when they cinch the vest tight, the shoulder straps end up too close to the neck. We use cookies and other similar technologies to improve your experience, understand your usage and to personalize advertising as well as experience based on your interests.

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Soft flasks, however, are much more difficult to stow away than hard flasks, and they’re less durable as well (the good news is that the most common soft flask manufacturer, HydraPak, offers a lifetime guarantee). Freshly updated this year, their Distance 4 brings many of the features of the 15-liter model into a running-vest style geared toward shorter runs and smaller loads. If you’re really moving quickly, the ADV Skin’s plethora of front and rear pockets does cause a little bounce, but we’ve only noticed it while doing speedwork during long runs (otherwise, it’s more svelte-feeling than most). Salomon does have some alternative running packs to the one covered in this review, and I’ll list them below if you want to go and take a look. In the end, some women may still prefer a men’s or unisex option (or a women's design without straws), but it doesn’t hurt to try on all of the available options to see what feels best for you.We haven’t felt restricted by any of these more full-coverage vests, but many runners who prioritize a quick stride will appreciate those with ergonomic shapes and less material. These should be snug enough to keep the vest in place but not overly tight—a good rule of thumb is about 3 to 6 inches between the shoulder straps.