Stable, Comfortable Storage for Long Runs
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Is the Salomon ADV Skin 12 (2025) good for ultrarunning?
Yes. The Salomon ADV Skin 12 is a strong ultrarunning vest for runners who want stable, close-fitting storage across long outings. Its 12-litre capacity, two included 500 ml soft flasks and 2 L reservoir compatibility suit changing loads, though warmth, potential chafing and shifting small items may bother some runners.
Key facts
| Category | Running vests |
|---|---|
| Release | 2025 version on sale from early 2025 |
| Price | $165; approximately €160 |
| Key specs |
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| Best for | Runners seeking a stable, high-capacity vest for long-distance training and ultrarunning. |
| Consensus score | 8.8 out of 10 |
What is new in the 2025 ADV Skin 12?
The Salomon ADV Skin 12 is a 12-litre running vest released in February 2025, with front, side and rear storage, two 500 ml soft flasks and compatibility with a 2 L reservoir. Its Sensifit construction uses a Y-shape fit and adjustable front closure. The supplied reviews do not identify a specific change from the predecessor, so this is best understood as an overview of the 2025 model rather than a generational comparison. Road Trail Run lists its weight as 247 g in size M without flasks; Packstack lists 367 g.
How does it perform on long runs?
Reviewers broadly describe a close, comfortable fit with little bounce, and say the plentiful pockets are well arranged for long outings and ultras. Road Trail Run and Outzer note practical adjustment and multiple pole-carry options, while the vest can accommodate changing loads. There are some trade-offs for all-day use: the back can feel warm, and the mesh, collar or seams may chafe against skin. Small dense items can shift in stretch pockets, and one reviewer found the flasks difficult to remove.
Who should buy the Salomon ADV Skin 12?
The Salomon ADV Skin 12 suits runners seeking stable, high-capacity storage for long-distance training and ultrarunning. Its included flasks, reservoir compatibility and several pole-carry options give it flexibility for different loads. Reviewers also report positive impressions of its materials and durability. Consider another setup if you need a waterproof compartment, since this vest has none, or if you expect to use a quiver, which is not included. Runners sensitive to heat or rubbing should pay particular attention to the fit and contact points.
What reviewers agree on
Strengths
- Comfortable, close fit with little bounce
- Plentiful, well-organized storage
- Quick front adjustment and versatile pole-carry options
- Suitable for changing loads and long-distance outings
- Robust materials and positive durability reports
Weaknesses
- Back can feel warm, and the mesh may be rough against bare skin
- Possible collar or seam chafing on long efforts
- Small, dense items may shift in stretch pockets
- Flasks can be difficult to remove
- No waterproof compartment; quiver not included
Frequently asked questions
How does the Salomon ADV Skin 12 fit?
Reviewers describe a close, comfortable fit with little bounce, supported by Sensifit construction, a Y-shape fit and an adjustable front closure. The data does not provide sizing advice or measurements, so check Salomon’s current size guide and consider how the vest feels when loaded.
Is the Salomon ADV Skin 12 durable?
Reviewers praise its materials and report positively on durability, but the available data does not give a tested lifespan or long-term wear measurements. Be aware that warmth and possible collar or seam chafing are reported concerns, particularly over long efforts.
What changed from the previous Salomon ADV Skin 12?
The available reviews do not specify changes from the previous version, so a detailed predecessor comparison is not supported by this data. The 2025 model is a 12-litre vest with two included 500 ml soft flasks, 2 L reservoir compatibility and adjustable front closure.
Sources behind this review
How this review works: the consensus score of 8.8 out of 10 condenses the verdicts of the independent reviews and lab tests listed above, compiled by endurance coach Paul Forrest. Prices and specifications are those quoted by reviewers at the time of testing and may have changed.
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