Alexander Bont

Owner and CEO of Bont Skates

Alexander Bont began working at Bont in 1990. His work in skate development includes the Supercell inline frame, Avenger inline wheel, and Vaypor VII inline speed skate boot. He brings decades of experience in the skating industry and a competitive skating background to his writing about equipment, fit, materials, and performance.

Skating Background

Alexander has been skating since the age of two. He spent seven years on the Australian national short track team and has also competed in inline speed skating, quad roller skating, and long track ice skating. His achievements include Australian national titles and records in short track, along with state titles in inline speed skating.

Skate Design and Development

Alexander's development work spans the boot, frame, and wheels that make up an inline speed skate. These projects provide practical examples of the equipment and design decisions he discusses on the Bont blog.

Supercell Inline Frame

The Supercell project explored carbon fiber frame construction through design and testing. Alexander's account explains the development process and the thinking behind the frame's structure and materials. Read the Supercell development story.

Avenger Inline Wheel

The Avenger wheel project focused on developing an aluminum-hub inline racing wheel. Alexander's article describes the collaboration with MPC and the development work behind the 110mm Avenger. Read the Avenger wheel story.

Vaypor VII Inline Speed Skate Boot

Alexander's recent development projects include the Vaypor VII, the seventh generation of Bont's Vaypor inline speed skate boot. The boot combines forged carbon with unidirectional carbon fiber and features an in-house buckle design. Read about the Vaypor VII.

Writing About Skating Equipment

Alexander writes about skate design, product development, and choosing equipment. As Bont's owner and CEO, he shares the manufacturer's perspective alongside his skating experience, helping readers understand the reasoning behind product features and setup choices.

• How to Choose Inline Speed Skate Frame Length and Mounting
• Which Bont Inline Speed Skate Is Right for Me?
• 110mm Inline Skate Wheel Review

For help choosing a Bont setup, contact the Bont team.