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One of the most important pieces of personal equipment in curling is the shoes. These specially designed shoes have two different soles. One shoe, known as the "slider," typically has a Teflon surface, making it easy to slide on the ice. The other shoe, the "gripper," has a rubber sole for traction when walking on the ice. This asymmetrical design allows players to deliver the stone smoothly while maintaining stability and safety. As a beginner, you might not have these shoes right away. In that case, some curling clubs provide slip-on sliders that can be worn over your regular street or athletic shoes. These sliders offer a temporary solution for new players getting their first taste of the sport. (责任编辑：) |