The Ultra Raptor II is an all-terrain Mountain Running shoe perfect for long distance runs and ventures off the beaten path. A full-length rock guard and an ultra sticky rubber outsole offers maximum protection and stability, while the wicking AirMesh mesh upper keeps you cool, dry, and comfortable so you can continue to focus on the trail ahead of you.
The Ultra Raptor II is an all-terrain Mountain Running shoe perfect for long distance runs and ventures off the beaten path. A full-length rock guard and an ultra sticky rubber outsole offers maximum protection and stability, while the wicking AirMesh mesh upper keeps you cool, dry, and comfortable so you can continue to focus on the trail ahead of you.
The Ultra Raptor II is an all-terrain Mountain Running shoe perfect for long distance runs and ventures off the beaten path. A full-length rock guard and an ultra sticky rubber outsole offers maximum protection and stability, while the wicking AirMesh mesh upper keeps you cool, dry, and comfortable so you can continue to focus on the trail ahead of you.
The Ultra Raptor II is an all-terrain Mountain Running shoe perfect for long distance runs and ventures off the beaten path. A full-length rock guard and an ultra sticky rubber outsole offers maximum protection and stability, while the wicking AirMesh mesh upper keeps you cool, dry, and comfortable so you can continue to focus on the trail ahead of you.
Last updated at 03/21/2026 14:21:51
La Sportiva Ultra Raptor II Wide Mens Trail Running Shoe - Black/Yellow
Free delivery between Tue – Thu
La Sportiva Ultra Raptor II Wide Black/Yellow Trail Shoe Size 48.5 l Size 48.5 l Summit Gear
Free delivery between 25 Mar – 2 Apr
originally posted on REI
I don’t understand the negative reviews on these shoes. I love them so much I just ordered two pairs during the REI Anniversary Sale.I had been searching for hiking shoes with little success until I found these. I tried Topo’s Ultraventure 1 and found them very light and comfortable, but they fell apart way too quickly. Before that I tried Ultra’s Lone Peak 6, but my foot swam in them as I think I got a half size too large. And before that I used Salomon XA Pro’s in Wide for years, but there seemed to be quality issues with the materials and they always split out in the same spot, and got worse everytime they brought out a new version of the shoe.So I tried the Ultra Raptor II and after 300 miles, they look and feel great. Nothing is tearing, the soles haven’t ... MoreI don’t understand the negative reviews on these shoes. I love them so much I just ordered two pairs during the REI Anniversary Sale.I had been searching for hiking shoes with little success until I found these. I tried Topo’s Ultraventure 1 and found them very light and comfortable, but they fell apart way too quickly. Before that I tried Ultra’s Lone Peak 6, but my foot swam in them as I think I got a half size too large. And before that I used Salomon XA Pro’s in Wide for years, but there seemed to be quality issues with the materials and they always split out in the same spot, and got worse everytime they brought out a new version of the shoe.So I tried the Ultra Raptor II and after 300 miles, they look and feel great. Nothing is tearing, the soles haven’t worn hardly at all. None of my other shoes have ever worn this well. No issues at all. I feel they are like a tank, only a comfortable one.I went up a half size and went with the wide version. I love that La Sportiva doesn’t upgrade their shoe every year. They seem to find a winning model and go with it, so when I go to buy my next pair of shoes, it will still be the same shoe.
originally posted on backcountry.com
I do a lot of mountain running and scrambling in La Sportiva's mountain running shoes, like the Mutant and Bushido. I recently picked up a pair of the Ultra Raptor II because I was interested in how well they would work on very technical terrain.The lug pattern is quite unique compared to the other La Sportiva mountain runners I have worn. The lugs altogether form a much flatter pattern with more surface area, making these shoes good for smearing and very grippy when running on technical trails. Although I still prefer my Mutants for highly technical scrambling (class 4/5), I have now worn the Ultra Raptor II a few times up the 2nd Flatiron in Boulder and they have performed well. The rubber is La Sportiva's stickiest compound, which gives the wearer an almost ... MoreI do a lot of mountain running and scrambling in La Sportiva's mountain running shoes, like the Mutant and Bushido. I recently picked up a pair of the Ultra Raptor II because I was interested in how well they would work on very technical terrain.The lug pattern is quite unique compared to the other La Sportiva mountain runners I have worn. The lugs altogether form a much flatter pattern with more surface area, making these shoes good for smearing and very grippy when running on technical trails. Although I still prefer my Mutants for highly technical scrambling (class 4/5), I have now worn the Ultra Raptor II a few times up the 2nd Flatiron in Boulder and they have performed well. The rubber is La Sportiva's stickiest compound, which gives the wearer an almost unsafe level of confidence in their ability to grip rock.The shoes are a bit heavier than Mutants but also have a slightly nicer ride, especially on the downhill. I prefer the Karacal for pure trail running, but they are not quite sticky enough for the type of technical scrambling I focus on. I think of these shoes as falling somewhere between those two options, but with an extra level of protective burliness that would make them great hiking shoes if you don't need a high ankle (although they do make a version like that as well).The fit is noteworthy, with a really good heel lockdown (for my foot, anyway), but some room for the toes to splay out in the forefoot, which is exactly what I want in a running shoe. My feet are on the narrow side, but some La Sportiva shoes are too narrow even for me. Fortunately that's not the case with these.I think these mountain runners will work well for big alpine efforts in the shoulder season, but they are not as breathable as other options for summertime running. They're on the heavier side for trail runners, but also offer superb protection and very good traction.
originally posted on moosejaw.com
I've been wanting to try these for a long time. I love the La Sportiva brand, and I just think these looked tough. And they are! They are also super comfortable. I feared they'd be a tad heavy for my taste, and really, their weight proves that is true on paper, but I didn't notice it on the trail at all. I have run several miles on the trail and hiked several more, and I love them. One of my big hesitations to buying these was that I am kinda trying to work my way to more minimalist and therefore natural footwear; though these don't fit that bill, the trails I run are so rough and jagged that there wouldn't be any way I could go that route any way. I'm very stoked about these, and no matter how minimal I end up on my road runs and in everyday life, I will always ... MoreI've been wanting to try these for a long time. I love the La Sportiva brand, and I just think these looked tough. And they are! They are also super comfortable. I feared they'd be a tad heavy for my taste, and really, their weight proves that is true on paper, but I didn't notice it on the trail at all. I have run several miles on the trail and hiked several more, and I love them. One of my big hesitations to buying these was that I am kinda trying to work my way to more minimalist and therefore natural footwear; though these don't fit that bill, the trails I run are so rough and jagged that there wouldn't be any way I could go that route any way. I'm very stoked about these, and no matter how minimal I end up on my road runs and in everyday life, I will always have a pair of these for trail running, hiking, and just for when I want to step into some grade-A cushion and comfort. Oh, and I'm a shoe guy. I love shoes of all types. I'd be lying if I said I don't love how these bad boys look and how the red and black go so well together. Just freaking buy them. Do note the US sizes are small. I usually wear a US size 11 and Euro size 45, so I have to go up to an 11.5 in La Sportiva shoes because they're 45 Euro aligns with a US 11.5. Peace. Love. Be the light.
La Sportiva Ultra Raptor II Wide Mens Trail Running Shoe - Black/Yellow
Free delivery between Tue – Thu
La Sportiva Ultra Raptor II Wide Black/Yellow Trail Shoe Size 48.5 l Size 48.5 l Summit Gear
Free delivery between 25 Mar – 2 Apr
I don’t understand the negative reviews on these shoes. I love them so much I just ordered two pairs during the REI Anniversary Sale.I had been searching for hiking shoes with little success until I found these. I tried Topo’s Ultraventure 1 and found them very light and comfortable, but they fell apart way too quickly. Before that I tried Ultra’s Lone Peak 6, but my foot swam in them as I think I got a half size too large. And before that I used Salomon XA Pro’s in Wide for years, but there seemed to be quality issues with the materials and they always split out in the same spot, and got worse everytime they brought out a new version of the shoe.So I tried the Ultra Raptor II and after 300 miles, they look and feel great. Nothing is tearing, the soles haven’t ... MoreI don’t understand the negative reviews on these shoes. I love them so much I just ordered two pairs during the REI Anniversary Sale.I had been searching for hiking shoes with little success until I found these. I tried Topo’s Ultraventure 1 and found them very light and comfortable, but they fell apart way too quickly. Before that I tried Ultra’s Lone Peak 6, but my foot swam in them as I think I got a half size too large. And before that I used Salomon XA Pro’s in Wide for years, but there seemed to be quality issues with the materials and they always split out in the same spot, and got worse everytime they brought out a new version of the shoe.So I tried the Ultra Raptor II and after 300 miles, they look and feel great. Nothing is tearing, the soles haven’t worn hardly at all. None of my other shoes have ever worn this well. No issues at all. I feel they are like a tank, only a comfortable one.I went up a half size and went with the wide version. I love that La Sportiva doesn’t upgrade their shoe every year. They seem to find a winning model and go with it, so when I go to buy my next pair of shoes, it will still be the same shoe.
I do a lot of mountain running and scrambling in La Sportiva's mountain running shoes, like the Mutant and Bushido. I recently picked up a pair of the Ultra Raptor II because I was interested in how well they would work on very technical terrain.The lug pattern is quite unique compared to the other La Sportiva mountain runners I have worn. The lugs altogether form a much flatter pattern with more surface area, making these shoes good for smearing and very grippy when running on technical trails. Although I still prefer my Mutants for highly technical scrambling (class 4/5), I have now worn the Ultra Raptor II a few times up the 2nd Flatiron in Boulder and they have performed well. The rubber is La Sportiva's stickiest compound, which gives the wearer an almost ... MoreI do a lot of mountain running and scrambling in La Sportiva's mountain running shoes, like the Mutant and Bushido. I recently picked up a pair of the Ultra Raptor II because I was interested in how well they would work on very technical terrain.The lug pattern is quite unique compared to the other La Sportiva mountain runners I have worn. The lugs altogether form a much flatter pattern with more surface area, making these shoes good for smearing and very grippy when running on technical trails. Although I still prefer my Mutants for highly technical scrambling (class 4/5), I have now worn the Ultra Raptor II a few times up the 2nd Flatiron in Boulder and they have performed well. The rubber is La Sportiva's stickiest compound, which gives the wearer an almost unsafe level of confidence in their ability to grip rock.The shoes are a bit heavier than Mutants but also have a slightly nicer ride, especially on the downhill. I prefer the Karacal for pure trail running, but they are not quite sticky enough for the type of technical scrambling I focus on. I think of these shoes as falling somewhere between those two options, but with an extra level of protective burliness that would make them great hiking shoes if you don't need a high ankle (although they do make a version like that as well).The fit is noteworthy, with a really good heel lockdown (for my foot, anyway), but some room for the toes to splay out in the forefoot, which is exactly what I want in a running shoe. My feet are on the narrow side, but some La Sportiva shoes are too narrow even for me. Fortunately that's not the case with these.I think these mountain runners will work well for big alpine efforts in the shoulder season, but they are not as breathable as other options for summertime running. They're on the heavier side for trail runners, but also offer superb protection and very good traction.
I've been wanting to try these for a long time. I love the La Sportiva brand, and I just think these looked tough. And they are! They are also super comfortable. I feared they'd be a tad heavy for my taste, and really, their weight proves that is true on paper, but I didn't notice it on the trail at all. I have run several miles on the trail and hiked several more, and I love them. One of my big hesitations to buying these was that I am kinda trying to work my way to more minimalist and therefore natural footwear; though these don't fit that bill, the trails I run are so rough and jagged that there wouldn't be any way I could go that route any way. I'm very stoked about these, and no matter how minimal I end up on my road runs and in everyday life, I will always ... MoreI've been wanting to try these for a long time. I love the La Sportiva brand, and I just think these looked tough. And they are! They are also super comfortable. I feared they'd be a tad heavy for my taste, and really, their weight proves that is true on paper, but I didn't notice it on the trail at all. I have run several miles on the trail and hiked several more, and I love them. One of my big hesitations to buying these was that I am kinda trying to work my way to more minimalist and therefore natural footwear; though these don't fit that bill, the trails I run are so rough and jagged that there wouldn't be any way I could go that route any way. I'm very stoked about these, and no matter how minimal I end up on my road runs and in everyday life, I will always have a pair of these for trail running, hiking, and just for when I want to step into some grade-A cushion and comfort. Oh, and I'm a shoe guy. I love shoes of all types. I'd be lying if I said I don't love how these bad boys look and how the red and black go so well together. Just freaking buy them. Do note the US sizes are small. I usually wear a US size 11 and Euro size 45, so I have to go up to an 11.5 in La Sportiva shoes because they're 45 Euro aligns with a US 11.5. Peace. Love. Be the light.
Have been wearing and abusing the Raptor for 6+ years. Excellent support in the Grand Canyon, Glacier NP and any trail you decide to tackle. Over the years I have switched out the stock shoelaces with round polyester laces to basically eliminate the laces cutting thru the eyelets.Always recommend the Raptors to anyone who is interested.
These were a mixed bag at first. Felt great on a short trial run. Then I took them on a 10 mile hike on rough terrain (rocky with lots of SoCal scree) and got terrible heel blisters. The shoes were comfortably snug, but on steep uphill my heel would slide. I started using them for trail running only and they worked ok for that. Gave them another chance with hiking and now they work great. Bit of slippage if I wear micro-thin socks; no blisters though, and zero sliding with slightly thicker socks. I think the heel section of these just have a weird break-in. Love these shoes now despite the awkward start.
I waited a few weeks before reviewing these so I could try them on various terrains.I'm very impressed!They have excellent grip but not quite so on steep wet hardpack. What shoe would?Going down on the same ground, they are awesome. I've ran over rocks, logs roots and much more.The fit is comfortable and I'm glad I went a half size up as recommended. They are stable and offer great protection.It'd be hard to go past the Raptors next time
These are really good trail runners and I highly recommend them for that. They're comfortable from day one and have excellent grip on trails and rock. I've done a few short scrambles with them and they perform fine as long as the scramble section is short. However, they are not the same as the original Ultra Raptors. Those were my favorite backpacking shoe, could support a full pack as well as handle steep sidehilling, scree surfing, and boulder hopping. This new version is lacking some of that legendary support, both laterally and also under the forefoot. Now they're just solid trail runners, and they're great for that, but they're not at the same level as the original.
The shoes are well constructed and have a great fit, but a few issues compromise their positive attributes.1) The slippery but durable material on the back of the heel counter causes blisters by being slippery and reduces stability by the heel sliding around.2) The mid-sole fairly pliable and is less supportive on outward twists of the ankle than other shoes in this category.This shoe is better suited for short trail runs on moderate to challenging terrain than long days running or hiking. The soles are very grippy but better suited to dry rather than wet rock due to the aggressive lugs.
These are excellent trail runners, with outstanding traction, stability, and breathability. I experienced virtually no break-in period, aside from determining how tight to tie the laces. However, they are not on the same level as the originals, which were truly legendary and were my favorite backpacking shoe. They could handle a full pack on multi-day trips, steep sidehilling, scree surfing, and short 3rd class scrambles with no problem. This new version is lacking some of the original support laterally as well as under the forefoot. I wore these on a 13 hour dayhike, which included about 6 hours of steep off-trail sidehilling and boulder/talus hopping, and I wouldn't wear them again for something like that. They are still exceptional trail running shoes, as long as ... MoreThese are excellent trail runners, with outstanding traction, stability, and breathability. I experienced virtually no break-in period, aside from determining how tight to tie the laces. However, they are not on the same level as the originals, which were truly legendary and were my favorite backpacking shoe. They could handle a full pack on multi-day trips, steep sidehilling, scree surfing, and short 3rd class scrambles with no problem. This new version is lacking some of the original support laterally as well as under the forefoot. I wore these on a 13 hour dayhike, which included about 6 hours of steep off-trail sidehilling and boulder/talus hopping, and I wouldn't wear them again for something like that. They are still exceptional trail running shoes, as long as pack weight is low and off-trail travel is kept to a minimum.The originals had a narrower fit and these accommodate my wider forefoot much better, while still allowing me to lock in my narrower heel. I'm normally a size 10 in street shoes and I upsized to EU44 (10.5+) in these, wearing Smartwool Performance Hike Light cushion socks.
They fit nice. They are well made. But my feet felt hot just putting them on and walking around my living room. I knew then that they would not be good for hot weather hiking. I held one up to the light and saw that there truly was mesh. But it is sort of plastic-ish and did not feel like cool air was passing through very well. I sent them back.
