Post by: komike on June 05, 2003, 03:18:31 AM
Thanks,
Mike
Post by: MI 2 AZ on June 05, 2003, 06:29:00 PM
If you have the money, you might want to try the PBS shoes that there is already a topic about. Do a search in the Forums for 'PBS'. About $80 shipped.
They have some teflon pucks included in the optional puck kit.
Hope this helps.
Post by: channel surfer on June 05, 2003, 09:30:19 PM
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Post by: Bogeyman on June 05, 2003, 09:54:43 PM
I took one of the heels that I was not going to use and found a shoe smith that glued a piece of gray leather to the heel to make it like the red slide heel. As far as slide it fits right in between the red and the #5. I has not solved all my problems with synthetic approaches but has helped a lot. My left leg don't bother me after bowling.
Rob
Post by: omegabowler on June 05, 2003, 10:25:34 PM
they move up in small increments and I love these things. I was about ready to scrap my Dexter because of that same reason. 1 combo slipped and the next lower stuck.
These ran about 100.00 and they are worth it. they are far more durable and the increment is finer. 10 soles and 11 heels. I will probable own them all at some time.
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Post by: Kevspins2 on June 05, 2003, 11:11:45 PM
Komike - I have friends that have bought a Tru-slide from me, it is made of teflon and provides a slick slide without loosing traction on your 3rd step.
Here is a link, http://www.bowling.com/display.asp?SKU=320
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Post by: Smash49 on June 06, 2003, 08:54:15 AM
www.bowlersslidesock.com
You can wear it on just about any kind of approach. It doesn't matter if it's slick or tacky. Gives a consistent even slide no matter what the condition. We have many customers that never take it off. Many SASBA bowlers use it in different conditions all over the country. In a different house every week. If you can't find the SLSM Designs Bowler's Slide Sock at your local pro shop go to the website and order one shipped directly to your door. Cost $7.95 plus $1 shipping and handling
Smash49
A totally different sock!
If you are using something else this sock will make you throw the others away.
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Post by: Constantine on June 06, 2003, 08:36:31 PM
Komike,
I wear the #10 on sythetic approaches. It took me awhile to get used to stepping with my slide foot on my second step (4-step approach). I bascially had to get less aggressive with that step which help my game because I tend to generate too much speed.
I've been meaning to try teflon on the #2 sole that I'll never use. It sounds like a good option, I just haven't got around to trying it.
Post by: DON DRAPER on June 06, 2003, 09:25:37 PM
Post by: MI 2 AZ on June 06, 2003, 10:28:05 PM
Post by: Smash49 on June 06, 2003, 10:53:27 PM
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Post by: 10 In The Pit on June 06, 2003, 11:18:08 PM
Another option for the Linds Exxxtra is to make some homemade teflon inserts, using a Tru-Slide teflon pad and cutting it to size to fit the inserts.
If you don't have the variable sole and/or variable heel shoes, your quickest and easiest route to try is the Slide Sock that Smash49 advertises.....for $8.95 delivered, it's good to have one stashed back in your bowling bag, just in case you happen to come across some very tacky approaches. AMF and Cal Slide also make slide socks, but Smash49's slide sock seems to be built stronger for about the same price.
Post by: Bruce on June 07, 2003, 01:17:44 AM
Bruce
Post by: 10 In The Pit on June 07, 2003, 01:24:37 AM
Post by: DON DRAPER on June 07, 2003, 11:15:13 AM
Post by: charlest on June 07, 2003, 06:06:44 PM
Post by: komike on June 07, 2003, 06:09:13 PM
Thanks,
Mike
Post by: DON DRAPER on June 07, 2003, 09:11:33 PM
Edited on 6/7/2003 9:16 PM
Post by: Smash49 on June 07, 2003, 09:31:28 PM
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Post by: MI 2 AZ on June 07, 2003, 09:44:12 PM
Post by: Strider on June 07, 2003, 11:02:58 PM
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Post by: MI 2 AZ on June 07, 2003, 11:04:47 PM
Besides, the use of powders is against the rules of ABC:
Approaches Must Not Be Defaced
Rule 12. The application of any foreign substance on any part of the approach that detracts from the possibility of other players having normal conditions is prohibited. This includes, but is not limited to, such substances as talcum powder, pumice and resin on shoes; also soft rubber soles or heels that rub off on the approach.
The above is from the ABC Rulebook at www.bowl.com
Edited to add: I dont think anyone has a problem with applying it to the shoe, then brushing it off so that there would be no loose residue to transfer to the approach.
Edited on 6/7/2003 11:10 PM
Post by: DON DRAPER on June 07, 2003, 11:45:48 PM
Post by: 10 In The Pit on June 08, 2003, 10:13:15 AM
Like I mentioned before, the slide sock that Smash49 markets (www.bowlersslidesock.com) is very well built for the long haul, and should definitely help you out on sticky synthetics. For $8.95 delivered, the Slide Sock definitely makes for a good option for sticky approach conditions, and it is very quick to install or remove. For the price, it sure beats the cost of buying a pair of variable sole shoes, although the variable sole shoes are also a good option.
Post by: Jerry Weller on June 08, 2003, 04:36:32 PM
Is it any different in texture than a regular old sock cut up for just that purpose? I ask because I've seen bowlers use an old white sock during high humidity as a sliding aid. I tried it and felt like I was going to break my neck. It slides TOO GOOD.
Post by: 10 In The Pit on June 08, 2003, 05:50:29 PM
However, I can definitely agree that the Bowlers Slide Sock is built much sturdier than the other brands, and should hold up much longer (although I don't really think that wear would be a significant problem on the other models either).
Post by: Smash49 on June 08, 2003, 07:12:28 PM
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Post by: debs130 on June 23, 2003, 08:58:11 AM
Thanks for your help, Smash.
Debbie
Post by: Nicanor on June 23, 2003, 09:49:49 AM
Debs make a god point about the slide sock. It really does work on synthetic approaches. I don't use the slide sock but I have seen many other bolwers use it. I use the red heel and I took the non-slide Dexter V slide sole and glued on a True Slide (the one that is glued on, not the one that is pre glued, peel and stick). I keep them the red heel and this modifed sole in my bag for sticky synthetic approaches. This also works very well.
V/R,
Nicanor
Post by: 10 In The Pit on June 24, 2003, 02:24:47 AM
Age and injuries plague a lot of areas of the body, and the sudden jarring force of slamming to a stop on the approach may be more stress than certain body parts are happy with. In some cases, the need to slide is significant enough that the bowler must either be able to slide, or sit out on the sideline. Bowlers with slide knee injuries (waving my hand here, multiple times), hip problems, shoulder problems, spinal problems, and a whole host of other difficulties need to be able to slide a desirable amount so that they can unload the pressure of the approach and delivery. A 19 year old youngster might be able to get away with a plant and rip delivery, but a 49 year old bowler with knee problems might find that planting at the foul line takes him completely out of the game due to pain. I do see some older bowlers who don't slide, but these bowlers have made compensations in their approach and delivery in other ways to limit the stress on the body. I can think of one fellow in his '70's who bowls with me, and he simply walks slowly down the approach and gently lays the ball down on the lane as he lands on his slide foot....he has compensated by reducing his approach speed and significantly reducing his ball speed. So, you can't say that all older bowlers slide, but most of them prefer a longer slide for the stress reduction as well as the ball timing improvement.
Anything you can do to improve your slide to get what you feel comfortable with is a plus. Of course, some of the possibilities are against the rules (EZ Slide or baby powder on the approaches), but you have options such as the slide socks, Tru-Slide, Glide Slide, and variable sole/heel slide shoes. Somewhere in that combination of methods lies an answer for just about any situation. You don't have to live with tacky approaches, unless you fail to explore the possible remedies.
Post by: 10 In The Pit on June 24, 2003, 03:41:23 AM
In case you aren't familiar with soapstone sticks, they are commonly used for marking metal.....the stick is a somewhat soft solid, and you can find them in either rectangular shapes or cylindrical shapes. Your best bet to find some is a hardware store (some hardware stores will stock it for about 25 cents a stick), or you can find it at a location where they do metal working and welding.
Post by: Smash49 on June 24, 2003, 08:59:02 AM
Komike: We received your order but were unable to contact you. I sent email's and left voicemail. Your using Dexter SST6's. A couple of months ago we were at a tradeshow and walked into the Dexter booth. We were talking with the reps and David Ozio about new shoes coming out and they went "So your the guys covering our SST's". Many people use the Bowler's Slide Sock on SST6's. In fact we would custom make them in the early days for the 6. One way to look at is as if you were carrying another slidesole as an alternative.
Smash49
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