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i love to play pool but when i go out to play pool all the pool sticksare all messed up and id love to have a nice cue stick?any suggestions?
i play just for fun and just need a nice smooth one that will last im no pro or anywhere near being one but i do play kinda good
This is a very subjective question. Nobody is going to agree on what is the "best" cue stick or even what makes one cue stick better than another. It's rarely a matter of price, although up to a certain point, you will get what you pay for. Below $100 and you're likely playing with a Wal-Mart special. Anything you pay beyond $500 is likely due to a cue's collectibility and expensive materials. I'm guilty of being in the second category due to the collectibility of my cue. If a person understands enough about cues, then it becomes clear that the best playing cue in the world is a straight, one-piece house cue with a properly rounded tip, probably retailing for around $25. Of course, it just isn't practical to carry a 58" cue around with you. There are many factors to take into consideration when selecting a cue. If this is your first cue, don't spend a fortune on it. The reason being, that you probably don't know what you like in a cue and you'll be getting another one before too long. For me, the third time was the charm. My first cue was a McDermott, the second was a Viking, and now I play with a Ray Schuler custom cue. It took me time to find what I really wanted in a cue and what makes one cue superior to another. I don't especially like to endorse specific products publicly as it causes so much debate, so I'll leave it at that. Best of luck. M.D.-BCA Instructor/Referee.
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getting my own table, want a good cue stick that i can eventually pass on to my son one day. So what are some good cue sticks? what should i look for in a cue stick as far as grip, wood make, etc? I don’t need or want a flashy looking stick, just something reliable and that will last a while. At the same time, i am not a professional and so don’t need a really expensive stick.
After you research various pool cues, I HIGHLY advise that you try the cue out BEFORE you purchase it. No matter the brand, the most important factor is that the pool cue FEELS good, “right”, and comfortable for YOU! If you do buy a pool cue before you try it out, be sure that you get a 100% money back guarantee with your purchase! I have NEVER purchased a cue that I didn’t try out first or compare with other cues. It’s so important that you FEEL a few cues. You WILL know what cue and weight is right for you when you feel, stroke and compare different weights and brands.(The only cues I have that I didn’t try out first, were pool awards).
Average price for a decent cue: 75.00 on up.
Most cue manufacturers make affordable and good cues in various weights. For a decent cue in your price rage, I suggest looking at Dufferin, McDermott, Cuetec, Mali, and Scorpion pool cues (not necessarily in that order). They are well-made and very affordable. You’re not going to pay more for a 20 oz. cue than you would for a 21 oz. or even an 18 oz cue. Most pool cue makers have a bottom of the line (doesn’t mean it’s garbage) all the way up to a “top of the line” cue. The variances usually have to do with whether each cue is handmade or machine made. Also they vary in price for the detail involved (intricate inlays, precious stones, hand designed artwork, etc.). A pretty cue does NOT make it a better cue. If you’re looking for a good solid cue, just stay away from the “artsy” cues and buy a well-made cue that has a good ferrule (the white piece between the tip and the shaft) and a good ‘joint’ (the screw that joins the butt to the shaft) and is made of solid maple or of a good hard wood. You can always buy your own tips (hard leather). I also suggest a pool cue with an Irish Linen wrap (non-laquered —but it’s not the worst thing either) around the butt of the cue. Do NOT settle for cotton or silky thread wraps! For under $150.00 you WILL find a quality pool cue. Also remember that if you can’t break with it, it’s NOT worth buying! Your pool cue will last you a lifetime, if you take good care of it. Don’t lean/balance it against any surface that the pool cue can fall to the ground. If you’re not holding your cue in your hand, lay it on the pool table —never balance it on end, against any table.
http://billiardwarehouse.com/cues/duffer… (click on the “CHOOSE CUE MAKER” tab to see a variety of brand name cues)
Call toll free: 1-888-809-7665 <–The Billiard Warehouse. They carry a wide variety of pool cues.
NOTE: I would NOT tell them that you’re looking to buy your “first cue”. Tell them that you are looking to purchase a well-made, SOLID, and affordable cue without any fancy inlays, that will last you a lifetime and that you can break with. Make sure it has an IRISH LINEN WRAP that is non-laminated (though it’s not a big concern if the wrap is laquered). Ask the cue dealer if he will make you a deal on a decent case for your pool cue too. (Never leave your cue out in your car, even if it is in its case). Your cue WILL last forever with proper and good care.
Take your time with your search.
Feel free to contact me with any questions or comments you may have.
All the best -
LAG
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Never use any household cleansers.
I always chalk the shaft frequently during play and tournaments.
Slight abrasive from the chalk should keep clean and silky smooth.
Cleaning agents will leave an oily residue, possibly causing miscue.
That is second best reason for not using house sticks.
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It was almost $200 dollars online. Are Scorpion cues any good? Which company sells the best cues? I have the Scorpion jump break cue. The black one. It's ok i guess. i like it alot but it squeaks when i chalk and people make fun of it.
S Q U E A K Y ! ! !
Try using a different cube of chalk after you shape and scuff your tip. I think you'll find the squeaking stops.
As to whether or not a Scorpion is a good cue, that is a personal preference. You'll receive as many different answers from as many players about that question.
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i am using cue tip cement and i have put a nice amount of cement on, and then clamped it put pressure on the tip, but as it doesnt seem to stick strong enough. any tips? how long i need to leave it, it said 2 minutes,, but ive left it at least a few hours and still not sticking strong
You need to sand down the ferrule (the white part between the tip and the wood) when the tip is off to make sure it's flat. Rough up the back side of the tip just a little bit too, then make sure both of those surfaces are clean. Apply the cement and clamp it. I usually leave it overnight, but it depends on the cement. Check the video at the link (I could only get it to work in Internet Explorer).
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The best they can find for the most indorsement money is my guess!!……….Predators would one of the most popular and Cuetec!!
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have no clue