Product Details
- Size: 45 M EU / 11.5 D(M) US, 45 M EU/12 D(M) US
- Color: Black/Yellow
- Brand: La Sportiva
- Model: Raptor-M
- Fabric type: AirMesh/Synthetic Leather/TPU Lacing Harness/TPU transkenitic Heel Stabilizer
- Dimensions: 3.00 pounds
Features
- Protective upper to shield feet from trail obstacles
- TPU lacing harness for a great fit
- Super sticky FriXionXF rubber outsole for excellent traction on variable terrain
- TPU heel stabilizer provides stability and protection
- Rubber toe cap
La Sportiva Raptor Trail Running Shoe - Black/Yellow - 45
Product Description
The La Sportiva Raptor trail running shoe seamlessly offers everything a trail runner might need. An obstacle when designing shoes for off-road running is to incorporate protection and grip without sacrificing weight and flexibility. Luckily, La Sportiva was able to fit the Raptor with a super-sticky FriXion rubber sole and a wrap-around toe bumper. This makes the Raptor grippy like a climbing shoe but as stable as a running shoe giving you confidence and protection over a variety of terrain. La Sportiva’s Raptor is an aggressive, stable ample trail running shoe for runners who want to run, not shop for shoes. Protective upper to shield feet from trail obstacles TPU lacing harness for a great fit Super sticky FriXionXF rubber outsole for excellent traction on variable terrain TPU heel stabilizer provides stability and protection Rubber toe cap
Customer Reviews
Most helpful customer reviews
6 of 6 people found the following review helpful.
By Lelan
The La Sportiva Raptors are the best shoes I have ever owned. I just ordered my second pair after wearing my first pair continuously for the past two years. My search has been for shoes able to double as both great trail running shoes (light weight, grippy turns at speed, fast stoppers, don't destroy my toes on downhills) as well as great light hikers (carrying a 30 pound pack on long distance desert and mountain backpacking trips). My ideal shoes would also last awhile, which is why I have been wearing them as my daily wear city shoes (work, home, and play) to test their durability before making my final selection for hiking the Pacific Crest Trail. After trying out many specialized trail runners and hiking boots, the Raptors are the first pair to do everything while meeting or exceeding most of my expectations.The shoes look bulky but feel light for their actual weight, and they required no real breaking in period. I pulled them out of the box and within a couple of hours went on a 5 mile, mostly off-trail run in the Sierra Nevada foothills (nothing but rock, sand, and sagebrush to maneuver through). I returned home with happy feet and an astonished grin on my face. No matter what I have done with them, I've never had a hot spot or blister.With my flat feet and bad ankles from way too many sprains from sports and over-zealous adventures, I need shoes with serious support, which the Raptors have provided without breaking down. I wear custom orthotics, and in many shoes the depth of the inserts compromises the ankle support, but not in these Raptors even with their low profile design. After approximately 500 miles of wear, I still have all the support I need for running and backpacking, although the mesh is finally developing holes and the plastic toe bumper is separating - hence the need for a new pair.Over the decades, my toes have taken a beating from all the miles of downhill running and backpacking - I've lost a lot of toenails along the way. The Raptors are the first pair of shoes / light hikers that have never once bruised or blistered my toes because the toe box has just the right amount of roominess even after my feet expand from a day of hard backpacking or running. La Sportiva's proprietary Impact Braking System (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SnOp-E99xy4) is the technology behind its astonishing capacity for non-skid turning, braking, and stopping on all surfaces, angles, and speeds.The sticky rubber on the Raptors is the same quality as my climbing shoes, and I use the Raptors with confidence free soloing up to easy 5.2 routes. I have equal confidence on wet rock and loose sand.The shoes provide great ventilation when worn with appropriate socks, keeping my feet perfectly dry and cushioned. They dry out quickly after creek crossings. The only downside of all that ventilation is that a small amount of desert dust does filter in through the mesh, but every shoe with comparable construction has this same issue.The lacing system permits multiple methods for fine-tuning the fit and tightness, including the ability to center the shoe laterally on your foot so that it doesn't roll when you are off trail traversing steep hillside slopes and boulders. At first I had a problem with the tongue slipping to the side, but then I figured out a different zigzag lacing system at the top that keeps the tongue centered.My average shoe size is 11.5, but depending upon the manufacturer it can be anything from 10 to 13. My Raptors are 12.5 (46.5 European).Now that I have ordered my second pair, the only question is whether I should order another couple of pairs at the same time just in case La Sportiva decides to "upgrade" the Raptors in a way that isn't actually an improvement for my foot and the ways I use them.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful.
By Rone
I have tried and bought trial shoes from Puma and Nikes but this Raptor is my new favorite.1: It look smaller (does not look bulky) when I first open from the box but fits me Perfectly around my feet and shoe size is spot on. I thought i had bought a size too small due to its first look since it look smaller than my other shoes. Its the way i like it and sure look proportion to my weigh and height.2: Its light weight like all my other trail shoes.3: It looks rugged and have features dedicated for only trail especially from laportiva/solomon/Scarpa etc. They are pioneer in hiking and trail shoes so in this regard most all of their shoes are design for durability, function and performance.4: It looks great and love its design.5: If you ask me , 'will i wear this for everyday use?' Definately! Except I suspect the sole will wear off quicker. Its like having a ferrari meant to use to its fullest potential on the track but that doesnt mean i wont drive it on the street.6: First thing I notice when I open the box was a smell. Not new smell we are used to when you open new pair of shoes, but this smell from the raptor like most shoes made for trail purpose have this ultra sticky rubber sole that emits strong smell. Nothing bad but you know immediately, this shoe means business and its purpose is to run this shoe on any trail.7: I will buy another on red. Love it!
0 of 0 people found the following review helpful.
By markm
The raptor's have excellent tread, very rarely would I have any type of slips and this is including on wet roots, rock and such. My problem with the raptors was wear and tear I experienced at around 200 miles to the mesh in the toe area, they just not might have been the best match for my feet. They do drain well, but I see the current cost is much higher than what I paid, I paid 65.00, so I would hold out for a good deal on these.
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