{"product_id":"mens-ballroom-dance-shoes-ray-rose-330-sandstorm-black-patent","title":"330 Sandstorm Black Patent","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRay Rose 330 Sandstorm in Black Patent\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e is a full-sole men’s dance shoe designed for \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBallroom, Standard and New Vogue\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts polished patent upper provides a formal, competition-ready appearance, while the rounded toe, traditional flexibility and full-length suede sole retain the specialist Ballroom construction of the Sandstorm model.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvailable in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNormal and Wide fittings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, the Black Patent Sandstorm uses a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1-inch Pro-Glide Impact heel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and is suitable for DanceSport, social dancing, weddings and debutante events on clean indoor floors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBest For\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBallroom, Standard and New Vogue\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWaltz, Tango, Foxtrot, Quickstep and Viennese Waltz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDanceSport competition and demonstrations\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSocial dancing and training\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDancers who prefer a polished Black Patent finish\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNormal or wider feet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGrooms and debutante partners\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTraditional full-sole Ballroom-shoe wearers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA Polished Ballroom Shoe Designed for Dancing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Black Patent Sandstorm provides the formal appearance of a polished dress shoe with the specialist construction required for Ballroom movement.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIts rounded toe creates a traditional men’s Ballroom line. The lace-up fastening allows the upper to be adjusted securely across the foot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSports-grade heel support helps stabilise the rear of the foot, while the antibacterial lining supports comfort during extended dancing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA removable, biomechanically developed full-length latex insert provides integrated arch support and heel cushioning.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe lightweight construction and traditional flexibility allow the dancer to move without the stiffness and weight commonly associated with an ordinary formal shoe.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFull-Sole Ballroom Construction\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Sandstorm uses a full-length suede dance sole to create continuous support and broad contact with the floor.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis makes it a strong choice for dancers who prefer the traditional feeling of a full-sole men’s Ballroom shoe and controlled support through heel leads.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe suede sole is intended for clean indoor dance floors and should not be treated as an outdoor formal-shoe sole.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoose Your Fit\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Black Patent Sandstorm is available in \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNormal and Wide fittings\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, depending on the selected size.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoose Normal when your foot sits securely within a standard Ray Rose fitting without uncomfortable forefoot pressure.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConsider Wide when you consistently require more room across the ball of the foot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo not increase the shoe length solely to gain width. Excess length can permit heel movement and reduce control.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContact Elite Dancer when you are unsure between Normal and Wide or have not previously worn Ray Rose.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlack Patent or Black Leather?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoose \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlack Patent\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for a polished, high-shine presentation suited to competition, demonstrations and formal events.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoose \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlack Leather\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e for a softer-looking, more understated finish suitable for regular social dancing, training, competition and formal use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBoth share the Sandstorm’s full-sole Ballroom construction, support system and specialist heel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompetition and Formal-Event Use\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Black Patent Sandstorm is suitable for men requiring a polished shoe for:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBallroom and Standard competition;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003edemonstrations;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewedding receptions;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003edebutante events;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eformal social dances.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor weddings and debutante events, put the shoes on after arriving inside the venue. Do not walk across car parks, gardens, wet surfaces or rough flooring in the suede soles.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePractise in the shoes before the event rather than wearing them for the first time on the day.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSizing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRay Rose dance shoes use \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUK sizing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAustralian and New Zealand street-shoe conversions are approximate and should not be the sole basis for selecting a specialist dance shoe.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConsider:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003emeasured foot length;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eforefoot width;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eusual street-shoe size;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eprevious dance-shoe brand and size;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewhether you normally require a Wide fitting;\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehow securely your current shoes hold the heel.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElite Dancer can assist with sizing before your order is placed.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBrand: Ray Rose\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel: 330 Sandstorm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColour: Black\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eUpper: Black Patent\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSuitable styles: Ballroom, Standard and New Vogue\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdditional uses: DanceSport, weddings and debutante events\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eToe: Rounded\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFastening: Lace-up\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eConstruction: Full sole\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSole: Suede dance sole\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFlexibility: Traditional Ballroom flexibility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLining: Antibacterial lining\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeel support: Sports-grade support material\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInsert: Removable full-length biomechanical latex insert\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupport: Integrated arch support and heel cushioning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeel: 1-inch Pro-Glide Impact\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeel feature: Cushioning and anti-slide design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFittings: Normal and Wide\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSizing: UK sizing, with available combinations shown in the selectors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCare for Black Patent\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRemove light dust and marks using a clean, soft cloth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor more persistent surface marks, use a product specifically intended for patent footwear and test it on a small inconspicuous area first.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDo not use abrasive brushes, harsh solvents or ordinary leather polish on the patent surface.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid crushing or sharply folding the upper during storage. Keep the shoes away from direct heat and separate them from light-coloured materials that could be affected by colour transfer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWear the suede soles only on clean, dry indoor dance floors and maintain them with a dance-shoe brush when required.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNeed Help Choosing?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElite Dancer is an Australian family-owned dance specialist serving dancers across Australia and New Zealand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eContact us with your foot measurements, usual shoe size and previous dance-shoe experience for personalised fit guidance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs the Black Patent Sandstorm a proper dance shoe?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. It is a specialist men’s Ballroom shoe with a full suede dance sole, support insert, specialist heel and secure lace-up construction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat dance styles is it designed for?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is designed for Ballroom, Standard and New Vogue, including Waltz, Tango, Foxtrot, Quickstep and Viennese Waltz.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs it available in Wide fit?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes, selected Black Patent Sandstorm variants are available in Wide as well as Normal fit.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat is the difference between Patent and Leather?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePatent provides a polished high-shine appearance, while Black Leather provides a more understated finish. Both share the Sandstorm’s specialist Ballroom construction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCan it be worn for weddings and debutante events?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes, on a suitable clean, dry indoor floor. Do not wear the suede sole outdoors.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIs it suitable for competitive DanceSport?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYes. Its formal Patent presentation and specialist Ballroom construction make it suitable for competition when the selected size and fitting are appropriate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow should I care for the patent upper?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWipe it gently with a clean soft cloth and use only products intended for patent footwear. 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