Hoka Transport Hike GTX vs La Sportiva Ultra Raptor II Mid GTX (Men's)
Weight and specs compared for 2026 — and which one to choose.
Lightweight waterproof hiking boot with Gore-Tex lining and aggressive Vibram outsole. 26% lighter than the average hiking boot while offering full protection o...
Check price Full details →Waterproof mid-cut hiking boot with GORE-TEX and Vibram Litebase outsole. 4.1 oz lighter than average hiking boot. Weight per shoe in EU size 42.
Check price Full details →Hoka Transport Hike GTX vs La Sportiva Ultra Raptor II Mid GTX (Men's): which should you buy?
If saving weight is your priority, the Hoka Transport Hike GTX wins — at 383 g it is 32 g (8%) lighter than the La Sportiva Ultra Raptor II Mid GTX (Men's) (415 g). That said, the heavier option may justify the extra grams with more capacity, durability or comfort, so weigh the trade-off against how you'll use it.
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