Russian Pointe Rubin U-Cut Flex Medium ShankThe versatility of these U cut pointe shoes has given Russian Pointe's Rubin unsurpassed popularity among discerning ballerinas. The low crown, wide platform size and slightly tapered box combine to suit a variety of foot shapes, while the pleatless platform gives a polished finish. Pliable, long lasting shanks support with grace, and Russian Pointes revolutionary pre arched construction mimics the shape of the foot on pointe, to highlight the arch