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Sticks like glue when you're faced with steep, technical trails.

Ultra sticky rubber gives the sole of the La Sportiva Men's Ultra Raptor Trail Running Shoe grip where other trail runners slip. Race along roads, pick through rock gardens, and pound down steep descents without worry. Dynamic midsole cushioning reduces the impact of every foot strike, a rigid toecap guards your toes against rocks, and the unique Impact Brake System uses angled sole-lugs to reduce stress on your joints when you're running up or down a steep slope. Go the distance with this neutral, stable trail shoe.

  • Temp 2 last provides a snug, performance fit that accommodates a medium-width foot
  • Mesh upper encourages airflow that keeps your foot cool, and the TPU overlays help the upper hold your foot in place when you're ascending or descending quickly
  • Heel pocket features reinforcements for durability and added cushioning for comfort
  • Moderate 8mm heel-to-toe drop helps the foot roll from the toe to the heel so every footstrike feels smooth on the trail
  • MEMlex midsole provides cushioning and shock absorption
  • Endurance Platform EVA insert balances load and shock forces by providing a support structure between the midsole and the outsole
  • Nylon shank adds rigidity to this shoe so your foot and ankle feel supported on unpredictable terrain
  • EVA rock guard protects your toes from rocks and debris
  • FriXion outsole provides rock-solid grip on hard surfaces like rock, and large sole lugs dig into looser surfaces like gravel and sand
  • Impact Brake System uses slanted and opposing sole lugs to decrease impact on your ankles and knees when you're traveling down a hard surface with a steep decline

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4 5

Patrick McMurtry

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  • Familiarity: I've used it several times

Been running several days in the new version of the raptor and loving it. So why only 4 stars? A little background first: The original raptor (bottom in photo) has been my shoe of choice for backpacking and nasty rocky steep trails for several years. My only complaint is where the toe guard meets the fabric at the front of the shoe. It has a very unsatisfying tendency to rip at the seam. That has happened several times for me, and other people who have reviewed the shoe have noted the same thing. If the Raptor weren't so comfortable and otherwise held up so well I would have abandoned it. The new "ultra" (top in photo) is pretty much the same shoe. The sole and tread are identical. Unfortunately, they have not visibly changed the design of how the toe guard connects up with the fabric. That's a disappointment. When I compare the feel of the original and the ultra side by side, even running with one on each foot, I can tell NO difference. There are some minor modifications in the ultra. The upper fabric is different (will this help with the toe guard/fabric ripping problem of the original raptor?) The side support and structural design of the eyelet support is a bit different. On the back, inside of the shoe there is a narrow strip of rubber, where in the original it was all fabric. And the stitching is a little different. These things could possibly extend the life of the shoe a bit, but for me the point of failure was always at the toe guard/fabric seam. I never had any other issues in the original raptor. I don't understand why this problem has not been addressed (unless the different fabric used in the ultra will make a difference), as I run/hike in several different shoes and have never seen this problem. Bottom line - if you are a fan of the original Raptor, you will like this shoe - except they raised the price. The ultra appears to be a minor tweak unless the different fabric used helps with the fabric ripping issue at the toe guard.

Feels like the original raptor