Should break cue be heavy or light?

The idea is that the lighter the cue, the faster you can swing it. And the faster you can swing it, the harder you can break. Because this theory revolves around acceleration and speed, lighter break cues are good for players who are able to be accurate with a fast, athletic break stroke.

Are heavier break cues 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 weight for a pool break cue?

Cue weight is very much dependent on the individual player. Some are more comfortable with a light cue while others are only happy playing with a heavy cue. What is right for one person is not necessarily right for another. That being said, the most common weight for a pool cue of any kind is 19oz.

What should I look for in a breaking cue?

It is best to use a dedicated break cue, which is beefier and has a hard tip (usually phenolic). Power breaking with your normal playing cue can cause damage over time, and it will flatten the tip. It is advisable to use a break cue with a natural pivot length well matched to your preferred break bridge length.

Are break cues lighter?

A shaft on a cue that's made for both jumping and breaking usually has a lighter shaft than a jump-only shaft.

Break Cue Weight Suggestion

How much does a professional break cue weigh?

A: The pros use cues which weigh 19 to 19.5 ounces. Available pool sticks range from a low of about 15 to as much as 27 ounces, an extra half-pound over the pro cue.

Are break cues heavier?

Breaking cues are generally heavier than average playing cues. Playing cues typically range in weight from 18 – 21 oz. The average and most common weight is around 19 oz. Breaking cues, on the other hand, usually start at 21 oz.

What break tip do the pros use?

Phenolic tips

This type of tip is frequently used for breaking. Phenolic tips transmit the most energy when touched and require the least amount of maintenance.

What is the best tip size for a break cue?

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.

What size tip for breaking cue?

Generally speaking most pool players prefer and 8mm to 8.5mm tip for a 1 & 7/8 pool cue ball, and most snooker players prefer a 9.5mm to 10mm tip for a full size 2 1/16 snooker cue ball. American pool uses an even bigger cue ball so the tip sizes are normally between 12.5 mm and 13.5mm.

What is the most popular pool cue weight?

While professional billiards players tend to use pool sticks that weigh about 19 ounces, it is a better idea for beginners to use pool sticks that are a bit lighter (around 15 ounces) while they are still learning how to pocket those tough shots with ease.

How heavy should your cue be?

Pool, snooker and billiard cues range from 17 ounces to 21 ounces, and we recommend a cue between 17 to 19 ounces for snooker and standard English and Australian pool playing. A heavier cue (between 20-21 ounces) is often recommended for American Pool as the balls and table are bigger.

What is a good break stick for pool?

Our Personal Pick: McDermott Sledgehammer SH1 Break Cue Stick. The McDermott Sledgehammer is one of the premier dedicated pool break cues. Available from 18 to 21 oz., the Sledgehammer utilizes McDermott's patented ferrule technology for optimal energy transfer.

Where is the best place to hit the cue ball on break?

The best place to put the cue ball is close to the center of the table, off to one side by a few inches. This helps direct the most power through the rack. Additionally, if you hit the head ball square, the two balls in the second row have a decent chance of making it into the side pocket.

How often should you chalk your cue?

How Often Should You Chalk Your Cue? Some players find success re-chalking after every other shot, but others prefer to re-chalk before each shot they take. You can chalk your cue more sparingly if you want, but if you need to take a shot with some spin, it's a good idea to apply some chalk.

How often should you change your cue tip?

When or how often should you replace a cue tip? Usually, a tip is replaced either when you want to try something new or if your current tip has worn down too low, where there is almost no tip material left on the shoulder of the ferrule.

Is a nickel or dime cue tip better?

– Nickel or dime radius only makes a difference on very small diameter tips. – On very small tips it's better to have a dime radius than a nickel radius. from Patrick Johnson (in AZB post): To avoid hitting on a tip's edge, it should be shaped to a curvature radius less than its width.

Is a soft or hard cue tip better?

If you're the type of player that likes to work the cue ball around the pool table, then a soft tip is what you should play with. Unfortunately, though, softer tips tend to "mushroom" and need maintenance more frequently. Medium Hard Tips - are the most commonly used type of cue tip.

What is the heaviest legal break cue?

Per BCA rules, a pool cue may not weigh more than 25 oz. There is no maximum length specified. The tip may not be wider than 14 mm, and the ferrule may not be longer than one inch. Note that many people feel, intuitively, that a heavier cue would break better, but such is not necessarily the case.

Are break cues legal?

Two common examples of bad sportsmanship are: conceding an unfinished game; and breaking down a cue during play. Both forms of conduct are frowned upon by professionals, and have no place in amateur play. All players are asked to allow opponents to finish the game before racking the balls or breaking down cues.

How much does a 8 ball break cue weigh?

Dimensions (Averaged):

Cue Tip Size: 10mm. Cue Length: 58 Inch. Optional Cue Weight From 17-19oz.

What is the average speed of a cue ball on break?

The speed of break shots ranged from 22 to 26 MPH, the average being 24 MPH. The top speed of 26 MPH was recorded for several break shots by Mike Sigel. At this speed, the cue ball reached the one ball in 0.12 seconds.

How much does a rage break cue weigh?

Description. The three-piece Heavy Hitter jump break cue from Rage cue features 100% Hard Rock Maple construction with stealth matte black forearm and butt, double Turbo Lock™ quick-release joints, wrapless handle, and heavy 25 ounce weight.

How do I get more power on my pool break?