The Pointe Shoe Revolution Beauty is only skin deep, so look closer. While not all brands were tested, Gaynor Minded out lasted the ones that were 3 to 28 times.
All time is good time.
Almost no break-in required. All more resistant to breaking than traditional pointe shoe shanks. All more flexible than traditional pointe shoe shanks so don't confuse flexibility with strength. To do so would be to assume that a dancer who can do the splits can't jump. Gaynor Minden remains the best shoe and best buy, but does not fit all feet.