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leftybowler70

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Shoe slider....
« on: November 02, 2017, 10:33:11 PM »
For those who have experienced both, is the shoe slider a better, yet more lasting slider?  I'm switching from planting to sliding and have tried various higher slide soles, but doesn't provide much slide, and even then I've applied a little baby powder to maintain some slide to the sole.

For those who have experienced these 2, lmk is the shoe slider a better option, thanks.
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Re: Shoe slider....
« Reply #1 on: November 03, 2017, 08:35:52 AM »
Don't mean to open a can of worms but you may want to review this:
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, talcum
powder, pumice and resin on shoes, and/or soft rubber soles or heels that rub off on the approach.
Commonly Asked Question – Rule 12.
12/1 One of the bowlers is having a difficult time sliding on the approach and applies a
 commercial product purchased at the center pro shop to the bottom of his/her shoes.
 The product is designed to help a bowler slide. The secretary says she has received a
 complaint from the opposing team and notifies the individual to stop using the
 substance or the game will be forfeited. Can an officer tell a bowler to stop using the
 substance and declare the game forfeited?
 Commercial products, talcum powder or any substance applied to the shoe or approach could
 be in violation of Rule 12. If a league participant uses a substance and somebody complains
 that it prohibits him/her from having normal conditions, the league officer should require the
 individual to immediately stop his/her action. If the individual refuses, his/her games are
 subject to forfeiture.
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Re: Shoe slider....
« Reply #2 on: November 03, 2017, 04:00:16 PM »
Quote from: leftybowler70 on November 02, 2017, 10:33:11 PM
For those who have experienced both, is the shoe slider a better, yet more lasting slider?  I'm switching from planting to sliding and have tried various higher slide soles, but doesn't provide much slide, and even then I've applied a little baby powder to maintain some slide to the sole.

For those who have experienced these 2, lmk is the shoe slider a better option, thanks.

What do you mean by a "shoe slider"?
Is this a generic category or a specific product?

I have heard of socks to be put over shoes; some places even manufacture them.

Plus what "high slide shoes" and their soles have you tried?
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leftybowler70

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Re: Shoe slider....
« Reply #3 on: November 03, 2017, 04:31:40 PM »
That's what I mean..... the ones that you can put over your shoes; was just wondering if their more beneficial than a slide sole, or even a sock the bowlers use.
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Re: Shoe slider....
« Reply #4 on: November 03, 2017, 06:08:12 PM »
your pro shop should have a slide sole that you can stick on to your slide foot shoe..
I have used one for years and they do not wear out.
You can also buy a fabric shoe cover that makes your shoe slide better.
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Re: Shoe slider....
« Reply #5 on: November 03, 2017, 07:14:25 PM »
Quote from: leftybowler70 on November 03, 2017, 04:31:40 PM
That's what I mean..... the ones that you can put over your shoes; was just wondering if their more beneficial than a slide sole, or even a sock the bowlers use.

I find the Slide Sock to be very consistent, BUT, often, I don't find it slippery enough. I use Dexter 8s and Brunswick TPU-X shoes. Their #10 slides are more slippery than a slide sock. The Slide Sock is generally equivalent to between a #8 and # 9 for me.

Someone recommended you go to your pro shop to get one. I have not found them as good, as long lasting, nor as reliable as The Bowler's Slide Sock, http://www.bowlersslidesock.com/home.htm. They are a significant improvement over Brunswick's, Storm's and Ebonite's slide socks.
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Re: Shoe slider....
« Reply #6 on: November 03, 2017, 07:36:41 PM »
Thanks for the info guys, I will look into your suggestions.
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Re: Shoe slider....
« Reply #7 on: November 04, 2017, 07:37:55 AM »
In the past, I have used socks.  Athletic cotton socks did not give me quite the amount of slide that I was looking for, so I tried a dress socks that have a lot of nylon in them.  It slid much further.  I have also used stick-on Teflon soles, but the nylon mesh stick on soles worked the best for me.  None of the stick-on soles work when the glue separates, comes off, and you end up doing a face plant on the approach.  Now I wear Dexter SST8 with an S10 sole with a H7 heel.  The H7 is a red felt heel that also slides. I cannot use the more traction heels, because I slide flat footed and the stickier heels cause my slide to stop, giving me the feeling of sticking.  Do not use powder, because it is prohibited by USBC rules.  I have been the victim of people using it, and almost fell a couple of times.  Not fun!
« Last Edit: November 04, 2017, 07:44:25 AM by dmonroe814 »
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Re: Shoe slider....
« Reply #8 on: November 04, 2017, 03:14:07 PM »
In my search for a better slide on synthetic approaches, I have tried various slide socks but I found that I much preferred teflon discs. 

I bought a batch of teflon discs about 1.25 diameter on ebay although I don't see them listed right now.  I then use a presidential dollar coin to trace circles on the bottom of a removable slide sole, and cut the holes out with a razor blade.  Save the circles to use for regular slide discs. 

Buy some heavy duty velcro from WalMart and use a quarter to trace circles and cut those out. Apply velcro to bottom of teflon discs.  Use a couple the first time to determine if you need to add more or remove one to adjust the slide to your preference on the approach.  When the teflon discs wear out in about 6-8 months, just replace them.

Now, when others are complaining about sticky approaches, I don't worry about it.

Edited to add:
Some soles are thicker than the velcro so you have to make an 'extender' so that it will stick to the shoe.  Use a nickel to trace out circles on both the hook and loop strips of velcro, cut them out and carefully stick them to each other.  Now you have an extender you can attach between your shoe and the teflon disc.  The teflon disc will extend above the shoe sole surface but that just allows it to slide better.
« Last Edit: November 04, 2017, 03:18:36 PM by MI 2 AZ »
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