Nikolay 0556N Anti-Slip Pointe Shoe Platform Caps
Enhance your grip and enjoy a quieter performance with the Nikolay 0556N Anti-Slip Platform Caps. Crafted from high-quality natural leather, these caps are the ultimate "hack" for dancers looking to protect their satin from friction while gaining a superior grip on slippery stages. Beyond the added traction, the leather naturally dampens the sound of your footwork, making your jumps and transitions virtually silent.
- Protects the satin on the platform and prevents fraying
- Natural leather absorbs the impact of the floor, eliminating the "clacking" and sound-proofing your pointe shoes
- Anti-slide effect provides essential traction on slippery surfaces, giving you more confidence and security
- Universal Fit: Designed with a generous shape that fits all Nikolay models as well as other pointe shoe brands
- Applying your platform caps is a simple DIY project that can be done in minutes
Sizing Information: 0556N Platform Caps are one size fits all and can be trimmed to size. They are 2.75" long x 2.5" at their widest point.
Application Instructions:
- Dry Fit & Trim: Place the cap over the platform of your pointe shoe. Since they come in a universal "one size," use a sharp pair of scissors to trim the edges so they perfectly match the shape of your shoe's platform.
- Prep the Surface: Ensure the platform of your shoe is clean and dry.
- Glue & Press: Apply a thin layer of shoe adhesive to the back of the leather cap and the platform of the shoe. Press firmly and allow to dry completely before wearing.
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Suede Tips Are The Way To go
Darning pointe shoes takes a lot of time and effort to do it reasonably well, while suede tips like these are fast and easy with better results. Also they give better stability, traction, and grips for turns and without excessively wearing away the platform. As a senior dancer who has returned to dance from a very long hiatus, this provides security in my movement, and works well on different flooring.
