Salomon Advance Skin 5 vs Ultimate Direction Race Vesta 5.0

The main difference between the Salomon Advance Skin 5 and the Ultimate Direction Race Vesta 5.0 is that the Advance Skin 5 has Water Bottle (Yes) while the Race Vesta 5.0 does not.

Salomon Advance Skin 5 Front View
Ultimate Direction Race Vesta 5.0 Front View
Specs Brand Salomon Ultimate Direction
Name Advance Skin 5 Race Vesta 5.0
Category Sports Sports
Sub Category Running Running
Capacity (L) 5L 8.1L
Dimensions (in) 15 x 8 x 2 15.25 x 11
Weight (lb) 0.5 0.7
Fabric 100% Polyester Flex Mono Mesh, MicroMono Mesh, 20D Nylon Sil, Nylon/elastane with Ripstop
Color 4 colors and patterns Cloud
Warranty Salomon Limited Warranty Ultimate Direction 1 Year Warranty
Release Date February 9, 2021 July 19, 2019
Rating 5.0 4.8
Price Under $150 Under $125
General Features Shoulder Straps Snug fit shoulder vest Shoulder strap shaping
Sternum / Chest Straps Sternum strap Hook and loop sternum adjustability
Main Compartment Access Top access
External Pockets 2 zipped pockets and 2 bottle pockets Front stretch mesh pocket, hydration pocket and bottle pockets
Side Pockets Yes
Water Bottle Yes
Loops and Attachments Bungee straps
Lightweight Yes
Hiking / Backpacking Features Reflective Safety Strips Reflective detailing
Hydration Features Bladder Size Holds 2L hydration bladder
Hydration Compatible Yes
Other Features Other Features Integrated soft flasks, sensifit construction

You're currently comparing the Advance Skin 5 by Salomon against the Race Vesta 5.0 by Ultimate Direction .


Salomon 's Advance Skin 5 is a Sports backpack with Running features while Ultimate Direction 's Race Vesta 5.0 is a Sports backpack with Running features.

The Salomon Advance Skin 5 has a capacity of 5L (liters), weighs 0.5 pounds and it's dimensions in inches are 15 x 8 x 2. It's made of 100% Polyester and is available in 4 colors and patterns in comparison the Ultimate Direction Race Vesta 5.0's capacity is 8.1L with a size of 15.25 x 11 inches. Constructed from Flex Mono Mesh, MicroMono Mesh, 20D Nylon Sil, Nylon/elastane with Ripstop it weighs 0.7 pounds and is available in Cloud.