A cross-linked, extruded article comprising an elastomeric base material, the surface of which is applied with a thermoset slip coat material, the article exhibiting enhanced slip and a coefficient of friction of no greater than 0.25 and process of making is provided. An extrudable, cross-linkable slip coat comprising a cross-linked thermoset polymer capable of bonding with an elastomeric base material in the absence of adhesive or binder upon contact and process of making is also provided.