How to Buy Curling Shoes

When you participate in the sport of curling, your shoes play a part in the game. To play the sport you don't need to buy new curling shoes, but you do need to have special equipment. You can either buy curling shoes or a slider that goes on the bottom of your regular shoes.

Instructions

1. Determine if you need to buy a complete curling shoe or if you just need a slider to put on shoes that you already own. The built-in slider on a curling shoe will be better than one that you can place on a street shoe.

2. Try on a variety of curling shoes. They feel different than a regular street or running shoe. The goal of the curling shoe is to be comfortable, provide support and give a sliding surface that aligns with the player's skill level. The shoes will also provide the trailing foot with a gripping surface.

3. Decide what material you would like the shoes to be made of. Curling shoes come in vinyl, leather or a combination. Buy a leather curling shoe if you are an avid curler because leather provides the best performance.

4. Look for shoes that give you the thickness of the sole that you feel comfortable with and will give you the right amount of insulation.

5. Be aware of the thickness of the slider on the curling shoe. A thicker slider will go faster, but will be less flexible. Be sure to buy the slider that matches your skill level and sliding speed.

6. Buy a slip-on slider to go over your regular shoes if you are just starting out and don't know if the sport of curling is for you. A slider can be used until your skill level improves.