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Bont Vaypor SL Shoe - Wide

$47995
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The Bont Vaypor SL Shoe - Wide typically ships in 5-8 business days

Bont   |   SKU: VSLW-36W  |   Option: White, 36/4

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Bont Vaypor SL Shoe - Wide Info

For riders who've had to choose between a shoe that fits and one that performs, the Bont Vaypor SL Shoe - Wide removes that tradeoff. Built on a wide last with a redesigned lowered carbon forefoot profile — not simply a stretched version of the standard mold — it delivers the same race-grade construction as the standard Vaypor SL in a shape that accommodates broader foot types without compromising pedaling efficiency or stability.

The sole is where Bont's engineering focus shows most clearly. It's constructed from 100% hand-laid unidirectional carbon fiber sourced from Toray of Japan, the same fiber used in top-tier race frames, shaped using Bont's proprietary heat molding technology. The stack height measures 3.6mm — among the lowest in road cycling — which brings the foot closer to the pedal axle for more direct power application and a more stable pedaling platform across long, hard efforts. At 200 grams per shoe in size 42, the Vaypor SL comes in 15% lighter than the Vaypor S it builds upon, a reduction of 80 grams per pair that makes itself felt on climbs and during repeated accelerations.

The lightweight Japanese Durolite upper is supple enough to conform to the foot without creating pressure points, and the honeycomb fabric liner with anti-stretch mesh keeps airflow moving through extended rides. Fit is handled by a dual-dial BOA Li2 system that allows independent tension adjustment across the forefoot and midfoot — useful for riders whose foot shape tapers differently between zones. Bont backs the BOA dials and laces with a lifetime guarantee. Cleat mounting uses a slotted 3-hole road configuration with an alignment grid and extended forward-and-rearward adjustment range compared to a fixed-hole setup, and titanium hardware keeps cleat installation hardware light and corrosion-resistant throughout the shoe's lifespan.

Specs at a Glance

  • Construction: 100% hand-laid unidirectional carbon fiber from Toray of Japan
  • Stack Height: 3.6mm
  • Weight: 200g per shoe (size 42)
  • Upper: Japanese Durolite
  • Liner: Honeycomb fabric with anti-stretch mesh
  • Fit System: Dual-dial BOA Li2 — lifetime guarantee on dials and laces
  • Innersole: Bont Cycling x Cobra9 dual-density EVA
  • Cleat Mount: Slotted 3-hole road configuration with alignment grid
  • Hardware: Titanium
  • Width: Wide
  • Colors: White, Black
  • Sizes: 36–50 (19 sizes, 5mm increments)

Design Benefits

  1. Engineered wide last: Lowered carbon forefoot shaping fits broader foot profiles without sacrificing sole geometry or pedaling stability
  2. 3.6mm stack height: Brings the foot closer to the pedal axle for more direct power transfer and a stable platform under load
  3. Dual-dial BOA Li2: Independent forefoot and midfoot tension control lets you dial in fit precisely — adjustable mid-ride without stopping
  4. Toray carbon construction: Hand-laid unidirectional fiber delivers race-grade stiffness at 200g per shoe
  5. Slotted cleat mounting: Extended adjustment range forward and rearward compared to fixed-hole systems for precise cleat positioning

The RA Perspective

The Vaypor SL Wide is one of the few road shoes at this level that treats wider feet as an engineering challenge rather than a sizing footnote. Most brands produce a wide version by stretching the standard last. Bont redesigned the carbon forefoot profile specifically to accommodate broader foot shapes while keeping the sole geometry and pedal feel intact. That difference matters when you're putting real power through the shoe.

What stands out on the bike is the stack height. At 3.6mm, the Vaypor SL sits measurably lower than most competitors, and you feel it — the pedaling sensation is more direct, especially on sustained efforts where you're pushing against the shoe rather than into it. The Durolite upper is softer than it looks, which eases the break-in. The dual-dial BOA Li2 lets you tune forefoot and midfoot tension separately, which turns out to be genuinely useful for riders whose foot tapers unevenly or who need different hold across different zones.

One thing worth knowing: the Vaypor SL is heat moldable, which means if your fit needs fine-tuning after the initial break-in, we can work with you on that in-store. It's not required, but for riders with complex foot geometry it can be the step that turns a good fit into a precise one.

This shoe suits powerful riders — the kind who generate high torque at lower cadences and need a sole that doesn't flex under load. It's also a natural choice for criterium racers and gran fondo riders who want genuine race equipment and happen to have wider feet. If you've been settling for wide road shoes that feel like compromises, the Vaypor SL Wide is worth serious consideration.

Bont Vaypor SL Shoe - Wide Size Chart

Bont Vaypor SL / Riot Shoe Size Chart

US Size
EU Size
UK Size
Internal Length (mm)
Foot Length Range (mm)
Standard Width (mm)
Wide Width (mm)
4
36
3
225
214–218
84–93
94–99
4 1/2
37
3.5
230
219–223
85–94
95–100
5
38
4
235
224–228
87–95
96–102
6
39
5
240
229–233
88–97
98–103
6 1/2
40
5.5
245
234–238
89–98
99–105
7
40.5
6
250
239–243
91–100
101–106
7 1/2
41
6.5
255
243–248
92–102
103–108
8
42
7
260
249–253
93–103
104–109
8 1/2
42.5
7.5
265
254–258
94–105
106–111
9
43
8
270
259–263
96–106
107–112
9 1/2
44
8.5
275
264–268
97–108
109–115
10
44.5
9
280
269–273
98–109
110–116
10 1/2
45
9.5
285
274–278
100–110
111–117
11
46
10
290
279–283
101–112
113–119
11 1/2
46.5
10.5
295
284–288
102–113
114–120
12
47
11
300
289–293
104–114
115–122
12 1/2
48
11.5
305
294–298
105–116
117–122
13
49
12
310
299–303
106–117
118–125
14
50
13
315
304–308
107–119
120–126

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