HOW TO RACK FOR 9-BALL To Rack for 9-Ball Pool Game, the obvious thing to take into account is that 9-ball has a totally different system of racking than 8-ball (obviously) since you are only playing with nine balls. (I know, right?) While you may use the same rack...
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...
ABOUT REGULATION POOL BALLS Obviously, one of the major pieces of equipment needed to play pool is the set of balls. Regulation pool balls are designed specifically for the game and coincide with the physics involved in overall play. As you read, you will learn how...
This slow motion billiards video always intrigues me! Check it out: This slow motion billiards video has been around a long time but it’s one of my favorites. If you love shooting pool as much as my wife and I do, you’ll probably enjoy it too. While video...
A Brief Intro To The Game of Snooker Many times, when people hear about billiards and pool, another form of the game is often mentioned. This game, called Snooker, varies from the American form of pool. Though it is in the same group as the other cue sports, it...
