Salomon Hydration Vests Overview

The 5 Salomon hydration vests you need to know

Discover Salomon's best hydration vests for road and trail running: Advance Skin 5 and 12, Sense Pro 6, S/LAB Ultra 10 and Pulsar 3. Snug fit, lightweight design, smart storage and easy hydration – find the perfect model for your mountain or city outings.

1. Salomon Advance Skin 5 Set

• Capacity / Weight : 5 L, ~203 g

• Hydration : Two 500 ml soft-flasks included, compatible with 1.5 L water bladder

• Comfort & Fit : Wraparound SensiFit™ construction with Y-shape straps, adjustable Quick-Link strap, breathable stretch materials

• Pockets : 2 front bottle holders, 2 large front dump pockets, 1 front zipped pocket, 1 accessible back pocket; pole straps

• Why we love it : ultra stable, light as a glove, suitable for short outings to trail marathons, comfort without bouncing

• Recommended use : 15 km outings to marathon/ultra-trail trails with spaced refreshment stops.
  

2. Salomon Sense Pro 6 Set

• Capacity / Weight : 6 L – intermediate version between Skin 5 and S/LAB Pulsar; usual 500 ml soft-flasks

• Comfort & fit : SensiFit™ + Quick‑Link construction; even more breathable and stretchy materials

• Pockets : 2 front, 1 zipped, 1 back pocket and side pockets, water pocket compatible

• Why we love it : Ideal balance of volume, lightness and comfort for long sessions.

• Recommended use : long trail runs (30 to 60 km), ultra-short runs, active hikes.

(Detailed specs are similar to the Skin 5, with +1L of volume and lighter fabrics.)

3. Salomon S/LAB Ultra 10

• Capacity : 10 L, weight ≈ 300 g

• Hydration : compatible with soft-flasks and 1.5 L reservoir

• Fit and comfort : SensiFit™ + Quick‑Link adjustable straps; ultra-lightweight S/LAB fabrics

• Pockets : numerous – front, side, large back pockets, zipped pockets; pole attachments ×

• Why we love it : Designed for ultra-trails: better distributed load, large space for food & safety equipment.

• Recommended use : ultratrail, long runs > 60 km, fast expeditions.

4. Salomon S/LAB Pulsar 3

• Capacity : ~8–10 L

• Hydration : 1.5 L reservoir + front soft-flasks

• Fit : S/LAB fit, adjusted, ultra-technical, with SensiFit™ skin-to-skin

• Pockets & storage : multiple front, expandable back pockets, wand/stick straps

• Why we love it : perfect compromise between volume and lightness, directly inspired by the S/LAB Ultra range, suitable for demanding runners.

• Recommended use : technical trails, long runs, fast-paced running.

5. Salomon Advance Skin 12 Set

• Capacity / Weight : 12 L, approximately 276 g

• Hydration : 2 x 500 ml soft-flasks included + compartment for 1.5 L water bladder

• Fit & Comfort : SensiFit™ technology for a wraparound fit, Quick-Link strap, breathable stretch materials

• Storage : 2 front bottle pockets, 2 side dump pockets, 1 large stretch back pocket, 1 front zipped pocket + accessory pockets, pole attachments

• Why we love it : generous volume, stability even at full capacity, perfect for long, self-powered outings.

• Recommended use : ultra-trails, speed hikes, 6–20 hour adventures, remote terrain runs.

Overall comparison

Why runners love these models

1. Ultra-snug fit with no bounce, even when loaded – SensiFit™ construction and Quick‑Link straps ensure uncompromising comfort.

2. Instant hydration access : effortless front soft-flasks slide in and out, compatible with rear water bladders.

3. Smart organization : zippered pockets, nutrition dump pockets, key pocket, pole compatibility.

4. Lightness and breathability : stretch fabrics, breathable mesh, suitable for strenuous efforts without overheating.

5. Versatility of use : from 10 km to 100 miles, complete range for every need.

How to use your Salomon hydration vest

Here's a how-to video showing you how to use and adjust your new Salomon hydration vest. This way, you'll know it inside and out and be ready for your next run.

Where to find them

Online on our website or in store at Boutique Endurance at 6579, rue Saint-Denis in Montreal

Salomon Advance Skin 5 at $180 CAD

Salomon Advance Skin 12 at $200 CAD

Salomon Sense Pro 6 at $210 CAD

Salomon S/LAB Pulsar 3 at $200 CAD

Salomon S/LAB Ultra 10 at $220 CAD

In summary

With this range, Salomon offers a complete selection for all runners:

• To run light and far : Advance Skin 5 and Sense Pro 6

• To aim for the ultra : Advance Skin 12, S/LAB Pulsar 3 and Ultra 10

Each model offers a tailored fit , seamless water access , and optimized storage space , with an excellent weight-to-volume ratio. When choosing, consider your target mileage, required battery life, and terrain. Whether for long road distances or ultra-trail running, Salomon has the right hydration vest.

Optimize your road or trail running sessions now : get your hydration vest on our website or come try them on in store to find the one that's right for you! Check out our Hydration section now.