Why I Chose Ultra Raptors over Altra Lone Peak 4.0

In a little under three weeks, I resume my hike from Land's End to John O'Groats and I have been considering changing my regular shoes for a different brand. In this video, I give my thoughts on both shoes.

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La Sportiva Ultra Raptors
WEIGHT: 12.00 oz (343g)
LAST: Tempo 2
FIT: Medium/Wide
UPPER: AirMesh / Synthetic leather / TPU lacing harness / TPU transkinetic heel stabilizer
LINING: EZ-in™ heel pocket / Wicking mesh
MIDSOLE: MeMlex / Endurance Platform EVA insert / Nylon molded flex transfer shank
SOLE: FriXion® XF with Impact Brake System™ and X-Axis™
DROP: 9mm
CUSHIONING: Midsole - 45A

Altra Lone Peak 4.0
Insole: 5 mm Contour Footbed
FootShape™ Toe box with Fully Cushioned Zero Drop™ Platform
Stack Height: 25 mm
Midsole: Dual Layer EVA / A-Bound™ with StoneGuard™
Outsole: MaxTrac™ Rubber with TrailClaw™
Upper: eVent® Fabrics
Weight: 10.9 oz. / 309 g