Trail running vest: uncompromising comfort and hydration
Designed to be worn like a garment, the trail running vest is the ultimate piece of kit for running light while maintaining perfect stability. Forget about bounce: thanks to its close-fitting cut and quick access to your flasks, it moves seamlessly with your body. On this page you’ll find the best brands on the market to help you smash your personal bests, with fast delivery and expert advice from the Glisshop team. With Salomon vests, Dynafit, Inov-8 and many more, you’re spoilt for choice!
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£96.71
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£67.67
The TSL Finisher 5 + 2 Soft Flasks 500 ml Black Pink is a lightweight, breathable mesh vest with adjustable straps, featuring a pole holder, safety whistle, reflective zones, and pockets for hydration.
- M (92-99)
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£87.91
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£70.31
The Salomon Active Skin 4 Women Set Black Metal is a lightweight, compact trail running vest with a 4-litre capacity, SensiFit™ construction, and hydration compatibility, perfect for short to medium distance races.
- XS (81-86)
- S (86-91)
- M (91-96)
- L (96-102)
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£87.91
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£70.31
The Salomon Active Skin 4 Set Black Metal is a lightweight, durable hydration vest for runners, offering 4L capacity, easy-access flask pockets, and a custom fit.
- XS (81.5-89)
- S (88.5-96)
- M (95.5-102.5)
- L (101.5-108.5)
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£114.31
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£91.43
The Salomon Active Skin 12 Set Black Metal is a versatile, comfortable trail vest with generous storage, including a 12-litre capacity, bottle pockets, and compatibility with a 1.5 litre water bladder.
- S (88.5-96)
- M (95.5-102.5)
- L (101.5-108.5)
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£101.11
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£80.87
The Salomon Active Skin 8 Set Black Metal is a lightweight, durable hydration vest with an 8-litre capacity, designed for long-distance trail running, featuring practical pockets, compatibility with a 1.5L water bladder, and a secure compartment for essentials.
- M (95.5-102.5)
- L (101.5-108.5)
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£87.91
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The Salomon Active Skin 4 Women Set Emerglow Black is a lightweight, compact trail running vest with a 4-litre capacity, SensiFit construction, and hydration solutions, ensuring comfort and performance.
- S (86-91)
- M (91-96)
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£61.51
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£43.91
Inov-8's Racepac 4 Black Light Green is an eco-designed trail vest with 4 liters of storage, Zero-Bounce system and multiple pockets for comfortable, organized running.
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£114.31
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The Salomon Active Skin 12 Women Set is a lightweight, durable, 12-litre trail vest, designed for runners, featuring softflasks, and a secure zippered compartment.
- XS (81-86)
- S (86-91)
- M (91-96)
- L (96-102)
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£123.11
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£98.47
The Oxsitis Spectre 12 Black Orange hydration bag is perfect for trail running and benefits from lightweight construction to ease your progress on your runs.
- M (100-105)
- L (110-115)
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The Salomon Active Skin 12 Set Red Dahlia High Risk Red is a versatile, comfortable trail hydration vest with ample storage, SensiFit construction, and compatibility with a 1.5 litre water bladder.
- S (88.5-96)
- M (95.5-102.5)
- L (101.5-108.5)
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£114.31
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The Salomon Active Skin 12 Women Set Emerglow Black is a lightweight, durable trail vest with a 12 litre capacity, designed for runners and includes 500ml softflasks.
- S (86-91)
- M (91-96)
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£87.91
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£87.91
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£101.11
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£105.51
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£84.39
The Oxsitis Gravity 10 Black trail vest is a must-have for performance-minded runners. Its light weight, 10-liter volume and breathable fabric make it an ideal companion for wilderness runs.
- L (110-115)
- XL (115-120)
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£105.51
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£79.11
The Dynafit Sky 4 Vest Black Out trail running vest is ultra-lightweight and compact, it offers total freedom of movement. Easily carry everything you need in its 9 compartments. The mesh areas guarantee optimal breathability.
- XS-S (85-95)
- M-L (95-105)
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£140.71
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£112.55
The Spectre 16 Black Orange hydration bag from Oxsitis combines recycled Ripstop fabric and 3D mesh for lightness and durability, with integrated flasks and ergonomic fit.
- M (100-105)
- L (110-115)
- XL (115-120)
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£101.11
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- M (95.5-102.5)
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£105.51
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£83.51
The Gravity 10 Women Pink trail vest for women from Oxsitis offers 10 liters of volume, excellent breathability thanks to 3D mesh fabric and compatibility for various hydration systems.
- XS-S (75-85)
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An essential piece of gear
The hydration vest has transformed the way we run off-road. Unlike a traditional backpack with shoulder straps, the vest wraps around the upper body. By choosing one of the models from our selection, you’ll benefit from major technical advantages:
- ’Second-skin’ anatomical fit: no more bounce. Thanks to stretch fabrics, the vest follows your movements and allows full chest expansion on steep climbs.
- Instant accessibility: everything is within easy reach on the front of the vest: water (via soft flask pockets), energy gels, and sometimes even your smartphone.
- Maximum breathability: the 3D mesh panels wick away perspiration extremely efficiently, even during intense runs.
A volume for every distance and discipline
The capacity of your vest depends directly on the duration of your run and the list of mandatory gear. Although designed to be lightweight, vests come in various volumes to suit every distance.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why choose a vest instead of a trail running belt?
A belt is ideal for a short one-hour outing with a small flask. But as soon as the distance increases and you need to carry a jacket, poles or more than a litre of water, the vest becomes essential to distribute the load across the upper body and relieve pressure on the lower back.
How do I choose the right size running vest?
Unlike a backpack, a trail running vest is sized like a T-shirt (XS, S, M, L). It should be tried on with full flasks. Measure your chest circumference and refer to the manufacturer’s size guide to ensure a secure, chafe-free fit.
How can I prevent chafing with a running vest?
Chafing is often caused by a vest that’s too large or poorly adjusted chest straps. Make sure the vest hugs your torso snugly. Also opt for running tops without thick seams around the shoulders and collarbones to avoid irritation.