Bont Vaypor SL Wide Road Shoe

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

Engineered wide last: Lowered carbon forefoot shaping fits broader foot profiles without sacrificing sole geometry or pedaling stability
3.6mm stack height: Brings the foot closer to the pedal axle for more direct power transfer and a stable platform under load
Dual-dial BOA Li2: Independent forefoot and midfoot tension control lets you dial in fit precisely — adjustable mid-ride without stopping
Toray carbon construction: Hand-laid unidirectional fiber delivers race-grade stiffness at 200g per shoe
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)

225

214–218

84–93

94–99

4 1/2

3.5

230

219–223

85–94

95–100

235

224–228

87–95

96–102

240

229–233

88–97

98–103

6 1/2

5.5

245

234–238

89–98

99–105

40.5

250

239–243

91–100

101–106

7 1/2

6.5

255

243–248

92–102

103–108

260

249–253

93–103

104–109

8 1/2

42.5

7.5

265

254–258

94–105

106–111

270

259–263

96–106

107–112

9 1/2

8.5

275

264–268

97–108

109–115

44.5

280

269–273

98–109

110–116

10 1/2

9.5

285

274–278

100–110

111–117

290

279–283

101–112

113–119

11 1/2

46.5

10.5

295

284–288

102–113

114–120

300

289–293

104–114

115–122

12 1/2

11.5

305

294–298

105–116

117–122

310

299–303

106–117

118–125

315

304–308

107–119

120–126

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