La Sportiva Ultra Raptor II Mid GTX vs Merrell SpeedArc Matis
Weight and specs compared for 2026 — and which one to choose.
Lightweight mid-cut hiking boot with GORE-TEX waterproofing and FriXion outsole. Weight per pair (men's). Aggressive traction for technical terrain.
Full details →Lightweight hiking shoe at 12.34oz per pair. Cushioned midsole for trail comfort.
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La Sportiva Ultra Raptor II Mid GTX vs Merrell SpeedArc Matis: which should you buy?
If saving weight is your priority, the Merrell SpeedArc Matis wins — at 175 g it is 765 g (81%) lighter than the La Sportiva Ultra Raptor II Mid GTX (940 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.
See where both rank against everything else in this category on the lightest footwear page, or browse the full gear weight database.