A bootfitting technique where liquid foam is injected into chambers in the liner around the ankle and heel. The foam expands and hardens to fill voids, creating a custom mold of your foot for maximum heel retention. Done by a trained bootfitter in-shop.

Is the Raptor WCR 120 good for recreational skiing?

Only if you are an expert-level skier with narrow feet who craves precision. For most recreational skiers, even advanced ones, a boot like the Tecnica Mach1 MV 120 or Salomon S/PRO Supra Dual BOA 120 will be more comfortable and versatile.

What is the difference between WCR 120 and WCR 130S?

The 130S has the same 96mm last, stiffer flex (130), and a short-cuff design. The 120 also has a 96mm last, adjustable flex (130-120), and standard cuff height. The 130S is for serious racers; the 120 is for performance-oriented recreational skiers and club racers.

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HEAD RAPTOR WCR 120 PV White

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Description

The Raptor WCR 120 has a new level of absorption capabilities thanks to HEAD's innovative use of new thermoplastic. With a 96-mm last, a deep heel pocket, a long toe box and Race balance, this boot creates a more centered stance. Along with a FIS approved sole, the boot features Flex Performance tuning and Rear support tuning, with an adjustable flex of 130 to 120. The RAPTOR WCR 120 PV delivers an athletic fit and responsive feel thanks to the customizable WCR Pro liner, an adjustable tongue, a 45mm Velcro strap and four micro-adjustable low-profile racing alloy buckles.

Flex	120 (adjustable 130-120)
Last Width	96mm (race)
Shell	Shock-absorbing PU
Buckles	4 micro-adjustable low-profile alloy + 45mm powerstrap
Liner	WCR Pro with Liquid Fit
Best For	Expert/Racer — race-proven performance

Details

Type: Ski Boots
Vendor: HEAD

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HEAD Raptor WCR 120 PV

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Flex 120

Very Stiff

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SofterStiffer

Last Width

96mm— Narrow (96–99mm)

The Raptor WCR 120 PV is a race boot with the adjustable flex dialed back to a more accessible 120 (from 130). The 96mm last with deep heel pocket and long toe box is built for narrow-to-medium feet that need precise, locked-in heel retention — the kind of fit where you feel every edge input immediately. The WCR Pro liner with Liquid Fit injections lets a bootfitter fine-tune the fit around the ankle and heel with liquid foam.

This is not a comfort boot. It's a race-derived tool for strong skiers who carve hard on groomers, train gates, or want the most direct ski-to-foot connection possible. The FIS-approved sole makes it legal for sanctioned racing. At $517, it's a serious commitment to performance.

Strengths

+Deep heel pocket with Liquid Fit liner — exceptional heel retention
+Adjustable flex (130-120) lets you tune stiffness to conditions and preference
+Low-profile racing alloy buckles for minimal drag and precise closure

Best For

Narrow-footed advanced-to-expert skiers and club racers who prioritize precision, heel retention, and edge-to-edge response.

Limitations

−Narrow 96mm last is unforgiving — wide or even medium feet will suffer
−No walk mode — strictly a ski-and-race boot
−Race-level stiffness and precision demand strong technique to use effectively

Not For

Medium or wide feet (100mm+ last needed), comfort-oriented skiers, beginners or intermediates, or anyone who needs walk mode.

Common Questions

What is Liquid Fit?: A bootfitting technique where liquid foam is injected into chambers in the liner around the ankle and heel. The foam expands and hardens to fill voids, creating a custom mold of your foot for maximum heel retention. Done by a trained bootfitter in-shop.
Is the Raptor WCR 120 good for recreational skiing?: Only if you are an expert-level skier with narrow feet who craves precision. For most recreational skiers, even advanced ones, a boot like the Tecnica Mach1 MV 120 or Salomon S/PRO Supra Dual BOA 120 will be more comfortable and versatile.
What is the difference between WCR 120 and WCR 130S?: The 130S has the same 96mm last, stiffer flex (130), and a short-cuff design. The 120 also has a 96mm last, adjustable flex (130-120), and standard cuff height. The 130S is for serious racers; the 120 is for performance-oriented recreational skiers and club racers.