Vaypor VII Has Landed | Forged Carbon Speed Skate Boot by Bont

We are excited to announce the launch of the new Vaypor VII, which we believe is the most stunning boot ever created.

The Vaypor VII is the first skate boot to incorporate forged carbon, a material often used in high-end automotive components, such as those found in Lamborghini vehicles. Forged carbon is created by compressing small pieces of carbon fiber together. This unique method, where the fibers run in various directions, results in an incredibly strong structure. Underneath the forged carbon, we use uni-directional carbon fiber, where the fibers are oriented in the direction of the forces acting on the boot. Compared to traditional cross-weave carbon, this design reduces weight while maintaining maximum strength.

The new buckle was designed in-house and features a special ladder system that distributes the load across the lace cover to minimize pressure. This ladder is easily replaceable, making it simple to service the buckle if it wears out.

The base of the boot features individually hand-laid gold/green flakes, applied one at a time with tweezers. In sunlight, these flakes produce a brilliant shine, and when combined with the forged carbon, create a truly unique appearance.

Additionally, we have included power ridges between the mounting blocks that wrap around the boot's sides. Carbon fiber becomes significantly stronger when curved, so these ridges enhance the overall stiffness and strength of the base.

The mounting blocks are made of aluminum, and the mounting holes feature gold anodizing, which adds durability and a premium finish.

Our standard Durolite outer skin is already a remarkable material. It offers more stretch than leather while being thinner, lighter, and stronger. For the Vaypor VII, we've developed a new version of Durolite that boasts an even more premium look and feel, unlike anything else currently available on the market.

The boot is available in both full-custom and semi-custom options, but the stock version is built on an all-new last designed to provide a fit as close to custom as possible. For custom boots, we offer two padding options: one designed for elite racers seeking thin, firm padding for maximum responsiveness, and another for skaters who prioritize comfort and are not pushing for peak performance.

Our custom sanding process now includes two options. Sanding refers to adjusting the mold before the boot is made to ensure a glove-like fit. One option is for professional skaters who desire an extremely tight race fit, while the second option is slightly more forgiving, catering to those who prefer comfort. This version will still be snug, but the tighter option is designed specifically for top-level athletes.

Of course, the Vaypor VII retains all the features that have made previous Vaypor boots successful. These include high-density closed-cell foam padding that maintains its shape for years and does not absorb water, a thin antibacterial liner, large eyelets with waxed laces, Velcro to secure the tongue, a heat-moldable tongue, and our in-house developed thermoset resin system. The boot is fully EVA thermo-moldable and includes laser-cut air vents for cooling.

We are confident that this is the best boot we have ever created. It represents over 50 years of development and combines new technology with everything we have learned from past Vaypor generations. We are incredibly proud of it, and we believe that once you see and skate in it, you will love it.