Bont, an Australian brand known in major cycling thanks to the many successes achieved in the many competitions in which it has taken part, presents its new shoe dedicated to the road. It is the Vaypor SL, evolution of the Vaypor S modelThe addition of the letter “L” stands for light. In fact, the latest addition to the Bont range weighs just 200 grams in the standard size (42). A shoe dedicated to power and resistance, which offers great performance when it comes to pushing the pedals.
Carbon and power
Distribution on the Italian market takes place through Hubbici, a company founded by the former professional Marco Canola. The Venetian with Bont shoes has been running for many years and who better than him can tell us about it.
«One of the peculiarities – explains Canola – is that the sole is extremely rigid. This is possible thanks to the 14 woven carbon sheets that give incredible rigidity to the Vaypor SLThe sole is made with a carbon monocoque that has been constantly improved over the years. Torayka carbon fiber is used, the best on the market for resistance and power transfer. Now the response to loads and pressure is entirely directed at the pedals."
“Brush” fit
Another feature of Bont shoes is the anatomical design that perfectly follows the shape of the footThis takes comfort to a new level, reducing the feeling of fatigue and heaviness while allowing precise pedaling control.
«Even in this case – continues Canola – Bont demonstrates his great technical quality. In terms of arch support and lateral support, it is practically perfect.The foot enters inside and finds its best position, without misaligning the axis with the ankle and leg."
«Furthermore – he continues – the added touch of quality comes from the fact that these shoes are heat-moldable. It is the flagship because thanks to a passage in the oven you can tighten or widen the part of the plantIt is no longer a necessary step, thanks to the fact that the Vaypor SL has two sizes: the standard one and the slightly wider one to have more space for the metatarsal. The Vaypor SL is a shoe designed for powerful riders, the foot must be able to spread well inside them to release maximum force».
The closure
If you look at the Vapor SL, the most striking thing about the upper is the BOA closure system. But the real standout feature is the strap positioned across the instep.
«In reality – concludes Canola – at Bont they changed the internal and external upper, which is why the weight has decreased so drastically. The closure has been slightly modified and there is this band on the upper part of the footThe upper dial allows you to tighten the shoe as best as possible, locking in the fit. In a sprint or during high-power workouts, the sensation is that you can push every last watt, without worrying about even the slightest movement of the foot."
Price: 449 euro.
