A slide step should conclude in line with the previous power step if alignment

is sacrificed, so is accuracy
Alignment implies a that both toes and heels of feet should be in line with the
target
With the toes, heels, shoulder and armswing aligned, the release will always be of
superior quality. Don Carter, the great bowler of the 70s, was unconventional in
approach, with a crouch, and a shuffle towards the foul line. But his slide was of
perfect alignment and his superior shots were a reflection of faultless footwork.
If you are not able to get into the alignment while bowling, you can correct this by
practicing the stance without a ball. Begin the approach, walk the steps, slide and
check for your position.
Rehearse several times until you can slide with ease and the confidence that you
are well aligned to make that good shot.
The sole of your bowling shoes is very important in helping you execute the slide
with aplomb. Special bowling shoes are made with Velcro inserts for heels and
soles to accomplish sliding and braking.
The stability of the slide also depends on the execution of perfect footwork. If
your slide is faulty:

The hips will not be cleared for the descent of the swing
The weight of the ball creates an imbalance in the right side of your body
You may tend to sway or fall to the right
As a result the ball gets shot out of direction

Practice for this alignment of slide. Incessant practice will not only make it
possible for you to have a faultless slide, it will, in fact, become a habit, and
something you do with no extra effort!

Hint: Bring in the slide a fraction of a second earlier than the release. This will enable
you to

have your feet firmly planted in position

wait for the swing to descend to a flat plane
release the ball from its greatest leverage position
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Shoe Slide Problems

If your shoe presents a problem when you slide, buy a slide sole with a Velcro self
sticking fastener. Cut the slide sole and Velcro the same size as the rubber heel of the
slide shoe. Paste the fastener onto it and fix the slide sole to the Velcro fastener.

- 39 2004, HowToBowlStrikes.com