In gaynor minden shoes, what is an extraflex, supple, feather, and pianissimo shank?

Question

In gaynor minden shoes, what is an extraflex, supple, feather, and pianissimo shank?

Answer 1

Remember—the stiffness won’t diminish over time!

All Gaynor Minden shanks and boxes are made from an elastometric polymer. Unlike conventional paper-based shanks and boxes, Gaynor Mindens will not deteriorate, break-in or even soften. Be sure to choose a shank that not only provides adequate support but that also provides adequate flexibility. The box at right shows how our different shanks correspond to the stiffness of conventional pointe shoes.

Extraflex --slightly worn

Supple -- broken in

Featherflex (feather -- it's actually called featherflex) -- wearing out

Pianissimo -- almost dead

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