How a snooker cue tip should look?

A billiard cue's leather tip should have a rough texture, not smooth. This is to allow the billiard chalk to stick to the leather. A tip should also be convex or “domed”. Pool cues should have the same curvature as a nickel, while snooker cues should be like that of a dime.

What does a good snooker tip look like?

Therefore, a rounded tip is better than a flat tip. You shape the tip with a tip scuffer, a file, a piece of sandpaper, and other similar abrasive tools. Most players like their tips rounded with the radius of either a nickel or a dime; a coin can be held next to the tip for reference.

How do you know if a snooker cue is good?

If you like the look of the grain in ash then try look out for good quality ash. Look for things like a straight grain, arrows which point towards the tip and check the hardness of the ash. Maple cues tend to have microscopic grains, but look for a cue that has as few imperfections as possible.

What cue tips do professional snooker players use?

What is Ronnie O Sullivan's cue tip?

A frustrating week at the Welsh Open ended with a whitewash defeat to Tian Pengfei, and Ronnie O'Sullivan bit the tip off his cue before departing the scene. O'Sullivan had to battle against adversity in Llandudno, as his tip came off mid-match on three occasions. Available on Eurosport app.

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What is the most popular snooker cue tip?

Medium-hard tips

This is the most common cue tip, and it gives players a good balance of cue ball control and consistency. Medium-hard tips also require less maintenance than soft tips. Most beginning and intermediate players will benefit from the medium-hard tip.

Should a snooker cue tip be rough?

A billiard cue's leather tip should have a rough texture, not smooth. This is to allow the billiard chalk to stick to the leather. A tip should also be convex or “domed”. Pool cues should have the same curvature as a nickel, while snooker cues should be like that of a dime.

Should snooker cue tips be hard or soft?

A harder tip has a slightly better hit efficiency (energy transfer) than a softer tip. This will result in slightly more CB speed for a given stroke speed. This can provide a slight advantage for draw shots, where, where slightly more CB speed will retain slightly more backspin on the way to the OB.

Are cheap snooker cues any good?

When you choose a snooker cue, don't be fooled by prices. Just because a cue is cheap does not mean it isn't any good. On the other hand, any cue over £100 or more is sure to be a quality piece of wood.

How do I choose a cue tip?

It should always be the same diameter as your shaft – no smaller. A smaller tip will give you more control over spin, but may also cause more miscues. A larger tip will give you less spin control, but a more powerful, consistent shot. With American cues, the standard size is usually around 12 or 13mm.

Should I change tip on new snooker cue?

As for the tip, well it really depends on how much you are playing. If you are playing every day you might change the tip every three or four weeks but if there is a gap it could last longer. I've had the same cue for about the last three years or so.

Is a heavier snooker cue better?

A heavier cue will tend to create more CB speed for a given stroke effort. A heavier cue might also be easier for some to keep on line during the stroke, but this is a very individual thing. More weight can also help prevent stroke deceleration.

What is the best snooker cue tip size?

Professional snookers players prefer tip sizes of around 9-11mm which offer great ball feel and control on larger tables using 2 1/16 inch balls.

What weight snooker cue do pros use?

Most players these days use cues which weigh at least 17 or 18 ounces. Some of the three-quarter cues are a bit heavier, like Barry Hawkins' which is over 19 ounces. He's had it for a long time, it's a very reliable cue which has stood him in good stead.

How tight should you hold a snooker cue?

You HOLD the cue, gently cradling it with your index finger or second finger, closing the hold with your thumb. ​The classic analogy is to pretend that the cue is actually a small bird. You want to hold it tight enough that it does not fly away, but you don't want to hurt or kill it, even through the entire shot.

Should a snooker cue be flexible?

Flex / Spring – Shafts need to be strong, so a shaft that is easy to bend isn't ideal. The best shafts have good strength but also a bit of flex which creates spring, this is what helps to get a good reaction with the cue ball, making creative shots easier to play.

What is the hardest cue tip?

Why is snooker cue so expensive?

There is a big difference in the manufacture process. Making a Hand-spliced cue is a longer process and often involves extra splicing and includes more exotic woods. The cheapest cues that many suppliers sell are not spliced at all and are in fact painted to look like they are spliced.

What cue does Judd Trump use?

Judd Trump uses a John Parris cue.

What size tip is the O Sullivan cue?

Funky Chalk Riley Ronnie O'Sullivan MIDNIGHT ROCKET 48 Inch 2pc Junior Kids Snooker Pool Cue and Soft Case Set - 9.5mm Tip.

Does eye dominance matter in snooker?

If you adopt a low stance and use your dominant eye, you have the best ability to line up the cueball and object ball. Most people go somewhere in between, where they can line up the balls while still having a general view of the table to guide the speed of their stroke.

Do snooker players look at cue ball or object ball?

Best results can vary from one person to another, but it is generally recommended to focus on the object ball (or the center of the ghost ball, desired contact point, ball-hit fraction, or a point on the cloth or cushion) instead of the cue ball during the final stroke.