Pool Cue Tip Maintenance

MAINTAINING YOUR CUE TIP The pool cue tip is active in every one of your shots and is of utmost importance to have a good, clean tip at all times. Cleanliness affects backspin, accuracy, touch, smoothness of stroke, and the precision of each shot. When your pool cue...
Choosing a Pool Cue

Choosing a Pool Cue

HOW TO CHOOSE A POOL CUE When it comes to choosing a pool cue, it’s difficult to tell if you’d like a cue stick just by reading about it. The terms that people use to describe characteristics (hard, soft, harsh, stiff, forgiving, well-balanced, etc.) are...
How Pool Cue Sticks are Made

How Pool Cue Sticks are Made

The most essential piece of equipment for the game are the pool cue sticks, or simply the cue. They are tapered, typically 58 inches long and range between 18 and 21 ounces. They are primarily made of wood, but occasionally covered with other materials such as...

Break Pool Cues – Does Weight Matter?

Do light or heavy break pool cues result in better breaks ? That’s a question many people wonder. A good break is one in which the balls scatter and none are left touching another and starting the game with a good break is extremely important. Initially, you...