Heat Moulding your Bont Skates
IMPORTANT Fiberglass boots are heat moulded differently from carbon or carbon composite boots. Please scroll down to the relevant section that applies to your boot type. Fiberglass boots DO NOT go in the oven.
Bont boots are the most heat mouldable boots available. Bont's proprietary resin has been developed and perfected over 45 years to be an extremely stiff resin that becomes pliable at relatively low temperatures. Unlike other skates which are mouldable only in select locations, all Bont boots are able to be moulded over the entire base providing skaters not only with the most anatomically designed boot on the market today but also with the ability to fine-tune the fit of the entire boot to give a customised fit.
You may have tried heat moulding other brands of boots and found that you needed to increase the temperature to try to get it to mould. That is not the case with your Bont boots and we urge you to start with low temperatures.
The base of the boot is mouldable which means all stiff areas of the boot can be moulded in a standard oven or hair dryer. This is unlike most boots on the market which have uppers that are mouldable. You do not need to mould your boots if they fit you straight out of the box. Please scroll down to the relevant heat moulding instructions for your boots.
Heat Moulding FAQ: If the boots take 20 minutes to mould at 85°C, can I put them in the oven for 10 minutes at 170°C? The answer is no. Please stick to the guidelines and your boots will not be damaged.
HOW TO HEAT MOULD YOUR CARBON FIBER OR CARBON COMPOSITE INLINE BOOTS
Firstly, remove the wheels, frame, and mounting boots from your Bont boots. If your insoles are removable, take them out as well. Additionally, if you have waxed or shimmer laces, it's advisable to remove them.
Pre-heat your oven to 85°C/185°F. It is highly recommended to use an external thermometer to ensure accuracy, as some oven thermostats may be unreliable.
Once the oven reaches the desired temperature, place your Bont boots inside for approximately 15-20 minutes. Please note that exceeding higher temperatures than recommended will not only void your warranty but also potentially damage your boots.
After 15 minutes, check if the boots are ready by gently squeezing the back of the boot. If the resin has become soft, your boots are ready for moulding. However, if they are not yet pliable, put them back into the oven and continue heating until the carbon softens. Remember to check the boots every 5 minutes to avoid overheating.
Caution: Do not place your feet in the hot boots as you may burn your feet.
Allow the boots to cool down slightly, and check the temperature with your hand to ensure it is safe to handle.
Next, tighten the straps and buckles of your boots, and stand in them with your knees slightly bent.
Do not lift your heels off the ground or walk in the boots when they are hot. The carbon material is not designed to withstand these actions while heated, as it may lead to cracks or damage.
Allow approximately 5-10 minutes for the boots to cool on your feet, ensuring a secure and comfortable fit.
If you have any lumps or bunions on your feet or areas causing discomfort while the boot is still warm, you can use the round end of a blunt object to press out any part of the boot.
Congratulations! Your heat moulding is now complete. Remember, you can heat mould the boots as many times as you like.