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What is a good pool cue for under 30. I am looking for a 2 piece cue with a 12mm screw on tip around 19-21 ounces. It doesnt have to be a professional stick just a nice one to use for recreational use?
Pool cues are typically 13mm, and you will not find a 12mm except for the more expensive cues. The best choice is a good used cue, but you can look for a low end new cue such as Viking or Adams.
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.
Why are snooker tips made from leather?
About 1820, Francois Mignaud demonstrated the use of leather cue tips to allow cue ball control. Cues began using leather tips soon afterwards.
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 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.
What are the consequences of scratching the cue ball in pool according to the official rules?
Scratching the cue ball in pool results in a foul, which gives the opponent ball-in-hand, meaning they can place the cue ball anywhere on the table for their next shot. This can give them a significant advantage in the game.
What cue does Ronnie o'Sullivan use?
After problem with a cue tip during an important match (Graeme Dott), I heard that Ronnie had a chat with John Higgins and got recommended Talisman Cue Tips. As far as I know both John and Ronnie and a number of other pro players use them
What cue tip does Ronnie o'Sullivan use?
After problem with a cue tip during an important match (Graeme Dott), I heard that Ronnie had a chat with John Higgins and got recommended Talisman Cue Tips. As far as I know both John and Ronnie and a number of other pro players use them
Is pool a popular sport in China?
Yes, and China produces a very high volume of cue tips and pool cues for the rest of the world.
What are some good pool tips for a beginner?
Some good pool tips for a beginner is to line your cue stick up with the white ball and the ball you are attempting to hit into the hole. Do not sink the ball 8 ball.
A standard size for a pool cue tip?
For pocket billiards, the most common tip is a 13 mm tip. However, 14 mm is very common for "house cues". Many custom built cues have smaller tips, and 12 mm is not uncommon. The smaller the tip, the less forgiving the cue, but some players can get more ball control with smaller tips.
Can you explain the rules and consequences of a cue ball scratch in a game of pool"?
When playing pool, if the cue ball is pocketed or goes off the table after hitting the object ball, it is considered a scratch. The opponent gets ball in hand, meaning they can place the cue ball anywhere on the table for their next shot. This gives them an advantage in the game.
