Salomon Active Skin 12

The Salomon Active Skin 12 is a spacious hydration vest with 12 L volume, front flask pockets, and quick‑adjust fit designed for trail running and ultra‑distances.

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€78

Cheaper than 64% of vest · category average €107

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Key specs

Volume: 12 L
Included Hydration: 2 x 500 ml soft flasks
Reflective Details: Yes
Sizes: XS, S, M, L, XL

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Strengths

Capacity

Weak points

Lightness

Capacity
12 LTop 14%
Pockets
9
Lightness
243 g
Affordability
$78Top 32%

Technical Specifications

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Essentials

€78

Specifications

12 L

243 g (without accessories), ~303 g with accessories

2 x 500 ml soft flasks

Compatible with 1.5 L bladder

front_flasks: 2, front_elastic: 2, front_zippered: 2, rear_main: 1, rear_mesh: 1, internal_storage: 1

body: 100% polyamide, body_inserts: 88% polyamide, 12% elastane, back_inserts: 89% polyamide, 11% elastane, lining: 100% polyamide, back_panel: 100% polyester

SensiFit™ with soft, breathable fabrics and mesh interior

Quick Link sternum strap and side compression

Yes

XS, S, M, L, XL

Approx. 38 x 20 x 1 cm

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