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A flat cue tip cannot hit the cue ball with predictable results. Cue tips are typically rounded to "nickel" or "dime" shapes. These terms indicate how round it is - with a dime shape being identical to the curvature of a dime, and nickel shpae somewhat flatter like the curve of a nickel. The cue tip in use by a good player when using much "English" will use the dime tip, as it will stay in contact with the ball longer than nickel shape. The nickel shape is more forgiving and an all around use shape, and is more common for most players.
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What are cue tips?
The tip of the cue is provided with a multi-layered leather tip on its end that allows better contact with the cue ball. Without a properly maintained cue tip, a player cannot have proper cue ball control, one of the most important features of the game.
Can you fit a snooker tip in a pool cue?
No. The typical snooker cue tips are much smaller than the typical pool cue tips. So, you can fit a pool cue tip to a snooker cue, but not a snooker cue tip on a pool cue.
What is put on the end of cue when playing billiards?
A pad, known as a cue tip, is glued to the narrow end (tip) of the cue. A small block of cue chalk is rubbed on the pad to prevent the cue tip sliding off the billiard/snooker/pool balls.
Can either end of cue be used?
No. Rules published by BCA are very specific. The cue ball must be struck with the leather tip of the cue.
What do you call it when you twist chalk onto the tip of a pool cue?
It is called chalking the cue. The pool chalk is an abrasive, not chalk, and provides more frictin between the cue ball and the cue tip.
What is the best cue tip to get soft medium or hard?
Medium most likely. The soft tip is the best only if you know that you want very good cue ball control, using english, draw, and even masse. It is for the very experienced player and will not last very long, having to get replaced fairly often. If you use your cue for break shots, you should not have soft tip because full power transfer. A soft tip is usually given a dime tip. The medium tip will last and can give very good cue ball control. If using a medium tip, you now need to decide whether you want a dime or nickel shape. The dime shape keeps the tip in contact longer with the cue ball, allowing better cue ball control. The nickel shape allows the tip to simply last longer and is more forgiving. The cue with a medium tip can be used for breaking. The hard tip is for powerful shots, including a break shot, and will last a long time. The hard tip is most often used with a nickel tip and is common on house cues. The hard tip is forgiving but difficult for cue ball control for the average player.
Why do snooker players use chalk?
To help prevent the stick from slipping when it hits the ball. *Added - The chalk increases friction and is very important to be applied to the cue tip for anything other that a perfect center stroke to the cue ball.
How do you remove a ferrule from a cue stick?
The old ferrule is cut off, the tip is cleaned, and the new ferrule is applied using cement. After this has dried, the cue tip must be applied and clamped. After the cement for the cue tip has dried, the cue tip need to be properly finished.
Can you use a standard pool cue to break with?
Yes, and most people do so. However, if your cue has a medium or soft tip, as many cues do, this cushions the contact with the cue ball, and lowering the force of the break. In addition, it will lower the lifespan of the cue tip drastically. The advantage of using a dedicated break cue is to be able to use a very hard tip to get as much energy into the break as possible.
Why use chalk?
it is easier to use. Chalk is an abrasive substance applied to the tip of a cue. It helps the cue tip grip the cue ball on off center hits(spin or English) avoing a miscue. Chalk should be applied to the tip before each shot.
How do you get a stuck cue tip out of my ear?
See a doctor.
How do you use tools for pool cue shaping?
Here is a site and an excerpt to get you started:The first thing you should do to your tip is shape it. If you don't have a shaper yet, you can use a cue file, but a shaper cube works best. This basically takes the hard edge away and gives your cue more precise tuning possibilities. With the hard edges, if your stick hits the cue ball at an angle, you lose your shot. With a rounded edge, you have a little leeway with your angle and get more shooting surface for the cue ball stroke.* http://www.zukunftjetzt.org/poolcuecare.htmlAnother site:* http://www.pooldawg.com/article/pooldawg-library/shaping-your-pool-cue-tip
