BONT VAYPOR SL BLACK STANDARD FIT

Vaypor SL

The racer’s favourite is reborn with the all-new Vaypor SL. Harnessing Bont Cycling’s modern approach to cycling shoe design and inspired by the roaring success of the Vaypor (2023), the Vaypor SL is the ultimate lightweight racing shoe.

Designed to meet the demands of the world’s fastest athletes with industry-leading pedaling efficiency and stability, the Vaypor SL delivers pro-level energy transfer, foot hold and comfort. When every session matters, Vaypor SL is the contemporary choice while our Vaypor S maintains its legendary market position with its unique and renowned monocoque construction.

Built using an all-new unidirectional carbon fiber base with lowered carbon forefoot shaping, the Vaypor SL joins the Vaypor 2023 in providing the very best in support while also accommodating to a greater range of foot types and shapes. Harnessing a dual-dial BOA® Li2 Fit System for a precise, secure and micro-adjustable fit, the Vaypor SL is for the uncompromising racer who demands it all.

Constructed using the highest quality carbon fiber from Toray of Japan, along with a lightweight Durolite upper, the Vaypor SL shaves the weight down by over 15% over the current Vaypor S while retaining our renowned energy transfer.

Matched with an all-new Bont Cycling x Cobra9 innersole, the Vaypor SL can be further customised through the Vaypor Series innersoles (sold separately).

Vaypor SL vs Vaypor (2023)

The Vaypor SL builds upon the success of the Vaypor with the addition of a race-oriented package. While the Vaypor has already proven itself at the WorldTour level, the Vaypor SL delivers increased security and foot hold for the sport’s most powerful riders.

If the Vaypor is the climber and all-round rider’s favourite, the Vaypor SL is to new go-to for those with the need for (additional) speed.

Built using a modified lower profile and hand-laid unidirectional carbon fiber base, the Vaypor SL continues the ‘slide and ride’ theme with standard and wide fit width options. The wide fit option also been slightly modified across the size range to accommodate slightly wider feet.

The Vaypor SL is heat moldable however, the lower carbon shaping means riders can be confident in knowing if the shoe fits from the moment they put it on their feet.

Key features:

- Redesigned carbon fiber sole profile designed for the ultimate in pedalling performance and comfort.

- Modern anatomical shaping to suit more foot shapes, types, and widths. Sizing (length) remains as normal Bont Cycling Vaypor (2023) size chart. Vaypor SL wide width options have changed slightly with slightly more width: https://bontcycling.com/support/shoe-size-finder

- Lightweight and supple Durolite upper for a secure foot hold, breathability and comfort.

- Lowered carbon forefoot for more natural foot placement and increased power transfer-

- Redesigned anatomical heel cup for greater heel hold and increased ankle bone clearance.

- Slotted cleat holes with titanium hardware for wider ranging cleat and pedal placement.

Full specifications

- 100% carbon fiber construction utilising hand-laid unidirectional carbon from Toray of Japan and Bont Cycling's proprietary heat molding technology.

- Ultralight and supportive Japanese Durolite upper for improved foot hold, breathability, comfort, and performance.  

- Comfortable honeycomb fabric liner with lightweight padding and anti-stretch mesh for a cool and comfortable fit across the entire day.

- Industry-leading 3.6mm stack height (sole thickness) for a closer connection to the pedal, more rounded pedal strokes, improved stability, and injury prevention.

- Innersole - Bont Cycling x Cobra9 dual-density EVA.

- Sole Guard - Replaceable heel guards with Titanium fittings.

- Titanium cleat t-nut hardware for lightweight, long lasting and hassle-free cleat installation and adjustment.

- Two widths with improved foot suitability across different shapes and types: Standard and wide.

- Cleat Mounting: Slotted 3-hole road pedal configuration with alignment grid and grip. with increase cleat adjustment forward and rearward, when compared to a fixed hole system.

- BOA Li2 Performance Fit System with dual-dial adjustability for a fast, effortless and precision fit. Backed by a The BOA Guarantee, dials and laces are guaranteed for the life of your shoes.

- Weight - 200 grams (weighed, based on size 42 shoe).