Salomon  Active Skin 12 Reservoir Running Vest

I wanted to like this bag. It looks nice, has plenty of pocket space, and I like the drawstring straps across the chest. That's where the positives end. Onto the bad stuff. Sweat easily passes through the back of the bag; anything stored back there will be damp if not soaked by the end of your activity. The straw length is either too short or too long. It's impossible to route the straw from the bladder to the shoulder straps in a way that still makes the mouthpiece easily accessible. Having elastic loops instead of a clip to hold the straw seems like a major design flaw that was overlooked.

This is a great vest and holds the weight of 2.5 liters of water so well you almost don’t notice it. However, the main compartment, where you keep all your valuables, is made of a non-porous material, and accumulates all of your sweat during a run or a hike. After my first outing, there was so much moisture in the main compartment that I was convinced my hydration reservoir sprung a leak. Nope, just bad material choice. I’m lucky my key-fob still worked afterwards. Such a bummer since the back and arm straps are so breathable. Not sure how this got overlooked before being mass produced and sold.

I love the way this vest fits and the way that it holds the reservoir snug. I don't feel the pack while I am trail running. The only problem that I have is the seam in the front is tearing after 10 - 12 uses. For the price, I would have hoped for better durability. Other than that, great vest.

I run on a regular basis (both trails and roads) and it has never let me down. Fits snugly but not tightly, and there is plenty of storage for all of the extra clothes, gels, and fluids I bring (the 1.5 L in the bladder and spots for another two bottles in the front is enough for me). Great price, too.

I like it, but I feel it’s too big for me. I’m usually a size M, and it feels oversized. Also, the backpack at the back is very large. I suppose it’s perfect for long runs, but since I’m just starting out, maybe a different one would have suited me better. Even so, I really like it.

I love this vest for hiking, trail running, walking, etc. I found I was able fit my 2.5 liter bladder in this vest without issue. I am normally a size small on top, have a 34" bust, and I got a size small which fits very well.

Very comfortable and spacious for long trail runs. Can fit all mandatory gear for the UTA50

practical and easy to use, its comfortable during use even when its packed up