La Sportiva Ultra Raptor II Mid GTX boots
Raptorize yourself, again
Ultra Raptor Mid II GTX is the mid-cut version of the Ultra Raptor Mountain Running icon, ideal for fast hiking and excursions with light loads. Waterproof and breathable thanks to the GORE-TEX Extended Comfort membrane. The soft Comfort Collar protects the ankle from the entry of stones or mud and integrates the easy-fit spoiler for maximum ease of fit. The upper is in abrasion-resistant, breathable mesh fabric, perfect for use in all conditions. The rear stabilizing heel allows perfect control over the traverses. Perfect volume adjustment and foot hold thanks to the dedicated lacing elements: the eye-stay webbings are sewn on the inside of the upper and reinforced on the outside with a high frequency TPU skeleton, allowing the lace pull-force to be distributed equally over all areas of the upper. Ultra Raptor Mid II GTX is also available in a wide-fit comfort version to accommodate different foot-volumes. The result is an mid cut hiking shoe that can be worn for many consecutive hours and suitable for off-road use on any type of terrain. With All Grounds technologies, versatile soles, ideal for all types of terrain including stone, scree, grass, moss and mud. Ideal for running either in high humidity or on dry ground. Incorporates the Impact Brake System.
Features
- Waterproof and breathable GORE-TEX Extended Comfort membrane lining
- Comfort Collar: soft collar to protect the ankle with an easy-fit spoiler that facilitates the fit
- Rear stabilizing heel for perfect control over the traverses
- FriXion™ White sole in soft XF compound with pronounced Trail Bite Heel heel for better downhill braking
- Perfect volume adjustment and foot hold thanks to the dedicated lacing elements: the eye-stay webbings are sewn on the inside of the upper and reinforced on the outside with a high frequency TPU skeleton, allowing the lace pull-force to be distributed equally over all areas of the upper
- Uppers: Abrasion resistant mesh with microfiber reinforcement band with anti-abrasion coating
- Lining: GORE-TEX Extended Comfort
- Footbed: Ortholite Mountain Running
- Midsole: Memlex Eva with shock-absorbing injection
- Sole: Ultra-tight FriXion White with Impact Brake System and integrated anti-shock rubber toe
- Real weight: 410 g (Uk 8.5)
- Drop: 9mm
Technologies
Frixion White
The La Sportiva FriXion® compound is the result of extensive R&D aimed at creating outsoles with parameters of grip and durability that respond to all types of use and terrain. The Frixion range uses 5 custom formulated compounds from mountain running to climbing shoes.
Gore-Tex®
Gore-Tex® fabrics offer long-lasting, comfortable weather protection. The technology is based on an extremely thin membrane made of expanded polytetrafluoroethylene (ePTFE). Its pores are too small for rain to penetrate, yet big enough for perspiration to pass right through. Gore-Tex® products have a high waterproof rating (water column) and can withstand up to 28,000 mm of water pressure – more than monsoon rain. The membrane is bonded between an outer fabric and a high-performance lining. Depending on the construction, the result is either a 2-layer, 2.5-layer or 3-layer laminate. Gore-Tex® in a 3-layer construction offers a combination of enhanced durability and high breathability, while the 2-layer laminate provides lightweight weather protection.
Impact Brake System
The innovative system is applied to the sole to absorb negative ground impact, help traction and improve grip downhill. Created and developed by the R&D department at La Sportiva, it offers real advantages during racing by reducing negative ground impact. The unique position of the lugs allows as many of them as possible to come into contact with the ground, for maximum impact absorption.
Ortholite Hybrid
The models use the exclusive eco-friendly La Sportiva insoles by OrthoLite® Hybrid, made using 20% recycled material from the production process. These insoles are designed for both men’s and women’s feet and the thicknesses and materials differ to suit the weight of the average user. Eco-friendly and washable: they contain recycled rubber and are machine-washable. Maximum wearing comfort thanks to the insole ventilation and the highly breathable PU foam cells: the foot is always dry and kept at the perfect temperature. They facilitate the wicking of sweat thus keeping the foot dry. Enhanced durability thanks to the anti-compression technology which keeps material compression down to less than 5% over time.
Eva - Injected
Highe degree of cushoning and high elasticity of the fabric. These features assist “push off” during the propulsion phase while running, making these models who use injected midsoles, ideal for use on off-road trails. Furthermore, EVA Injected midsole drastically reduce the “squash” effect of the EVA over time, allowing the product to mantain the same features for its entire duration. The La Sportiva Mountain Running® footwear adopts 3 different kind of midsoles depending on the style and on the needed performances.