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    Can and how do you clean these, I need a slider on my shoe and mine isn't working like it used to. Do I just need a new one or can they be cleaned somehow?
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    I would presume that you could toss one in a washing machine. I've never tried, I always just throw them out, they are so cheap.

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    Have you thought about investing in shoes with interchangeable soles and heels?

    I'm just guessing here, but those add on sliders, I don't think tossing them into a washing is wise. what's wrong with the one you have? is it sticking too much? or just dirty?

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    Quote Originally Posted by LOUVIT View Post
    Can and how do you clean these, I need a slider on my shoe and mine isn't working like it used to. Do I just need a new one or can they be cleaned somehow?
    The best way to find out is to contact the MFG. (Email) and ask.

    I have never used one (seen plenty being used) But, It will probably depend on the brand just how to clean it.

    I did a quick look the only reference to cleaning them was from Bowler's Slide Sock by SLSM Designs which said wash them every 30 days. Now what they mean by wash I don't know.

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    These are new shoes, my issue is that most of my weight in on my heel but for some reason the sliders work. I put the new shoes on and they were like sneakers. So I threw on the slider. Someone said with new shoes they rub them on the sidewalk..lol. I don't want to spend 200.00 on shoes and changing soles etc....The slider is ok right now except it seems to stick a bit. just thought there was an easy fix, and yes they are cheap so I will order new one. Also can I do something to make the sole or heel slide a bit more?. Sand it or wire brush?
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    Quote Originally Posted by LOUVIT View Post
    These are new shoes, my issue is that most of my weight in on my heel but for some reason the sliders work. I put the new shoes on and they were like sneakers. So I threw on the slider. Someone said with new shoes they rub them on the sidewalk..lol. I don't want to spend 200.00 on shoes and changing soles etc....The slider is ok right now except it seems to stick a bit. just thought there was an easy fix, and yes they are cheap so I will order new one. Also can I do something to make the sole or heel slide a bit more?. Sand it or wire brush?
    Wire brushing from toe toward the heel should make the sole slide more. The heel is suposed to act as brake so I don't think there's much you can do with it. In my experience, on the cheaper shoes the heel gets harder and less grippy as the shoe ages.
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    I have 2 sliders and when they need to be washed I just toss them in the washer and let them air dry afterwards. Never had an issue either.
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    Quote Originally Posted by 1VegasBowler View Post
    I have 2 sliders and when they need to be washed I just toss them in the washer and let them air dry afterwards. Never had an issue either.

    I have 2 one is real old and someone gave it to me when I first came back to the sport, then I bought a new one and it's been on the shoe for close to 6 months. so maybe I will wash one.....thanks.
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