Do you really need a break cue?

One of the main reasons players opt for a breaking cue is to avoid wear and tear on their playing cues. Breaking requires more force and has a greater impact on the pool cue's tip, especially if it is a leather tip. With repeated breaks, the leather tip of a nice cue will mushroom over time.

Do you need a break stick in pool?

Do you need a break cue? No, you do not need a break cue to play pool. There are many great players out there that break with a regular pool cue. While it's not required, it certainly has benefits for those who are wanting a little more out of the game.

Should I break cue heavy or light?

In general, a lighter cue will allow more control over finesse shots, and a heavier cue will allow more cue ball (CB) speed with less apparent stroke effort. A heavier cue might also be easier for some people to keep on line during the stroke, but this is a very individual thing.

What weight break cue do pros use?

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

What pool cue do most pros use?

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What is the hardest cue tip?

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.

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.

What is the cheater stick in pool called?

A cue stick (or simply cue, more specifically billiards cue, pool cue, or snooker cue) is an item of sporting equipment essential to the games of pool, snooker and carom billiards.

How do professionals break in pool?

Why do pool players use two cues?

It is a type of cue stick that is widely used today. The two-piece cue has a mid-point or a joint that you can find in the middle of the stick. Many players prefer this stick because of their convenience. Because of the adjustable size, you can take it anywhere with you and store it away easily as well.

Should I sand my cue tip?

The light ferrule-end sanding will help the glue bond better. Make sure all tip material and glue is removed before continuing. You should also wipe off any dust on the top of the ferrule with a clean rag or paper towel (and optionally clean with acetone) to ensure a clean gluing surface.

Does chalk actually help in pool?

Chalk lets you add friction to the cue tip, which allows you to make a shot, rather than have the cue slipping off the ball prematurely. Your pool cue tip will come in great condition to play, but over time, it will get worn down, which is why having solid chalk is key to staying on top of your game.

What should a new cue tip look like?

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 is a good breaking cue?

What type of cue should I use to break with? 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.

What is the best shape for a break cue tip?

The most common shape for a pool cue tip is either a nickel radius or dime radius. The common belief is that the more curvature you put on your tip, the more english you can apply.

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 cue did Tom Cruise use?

The famous scene in the 1986 sequel to The Hustler, The Color of Money where Tom Cruise is given a beautiful cue by Paul Newman and told, “It's a Balabushka,” made the name Balabushka synonymous with top quality pool cues.

Do pros use hard or soft cue tips?

The choice is entirely up to the player. Because of their density, hard tips last longer. Soft tips, especially when utilized for break shots, can quickly mushroom. Some players, on the other hand, enjoy the feeling of their soft cue tips mushrooming and compressing.

Is a heavier break 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.

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.

What is the best pool stick ever made?

REVO® carbon fiber shafts are the best in billiards technology and performance. Not only the most accurate shaft ever made, REVO® provides effortless action and power with more consistency than wood shafts.

Does a nice pool cue make a difference?

If by chance you wish to up your pool/billiards/snooker game, you might want to consider buying your cue. Can a cue make a difference? Absolutely. As is the case with other activities such as bowling, golf, frisbees and darts, using better equipment will usually result in more proficiency at the designated game.

Why wont chalk stick to my cue tip?

The tip doesn't hold chalk when it is packed down from hitting the cue ball and the surface is slick. If you tap the tip to give the surface some texture, it will hold the chalk better.