THINGS TO CONSIDER WHEN BUYING A POOL CUE

You will need to do extensive research before you make a purchase. The process can be overwhelming and tedious, enough to make even the most seasoned shopper want to give up. You don’t have to buy a new pool cue.

These five tips will help you choose the right cue, whether it’s for yourself or for someone else.

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1. BUDGET: FIND THE RIGHT CUE WITHOUT BREAKING THE BANK

Many of us base the choice of cues we buy on our budgets. Rest assured. You don’t need to spend a lot of money to find the perfect pool cue. You will see a greater benefit in your game if you use a two-piece maple pool cue than if you play with old, beaten-up house cues. The appropriate price of the cue should be determined by the player’s ability.

1. SKILL LEVEL- CONSIDER HOW SERIOUS EACH PLAYER IS.

A reliable starter cue is affordable for most beginners. Players may wish to upgrade to something meatier once they start playing in tournaments or leagues.

1. PERFORMANCE-PICK A CUE THAT DONES WHAT YOU REQUIRE IT TO.

The cue technology required for serious players will be more complex. Predator cues include a low deflection shaft that is specifically designed to improve accuracy and performance. This brand is my favorite when it comes to low-deflection products. McDermott and Cuetec Cynergy also make similar products. This video will explain cue ball deflection and help you decide if it is right for you. You can find out more!

If the cue is not required for high performance, most cues come standard with a traditional maple shaft. You can increase the performance and life of your cue by not storing it in a leaning position, or in extreme hot or cold temperatures.

1. STYLE – CHOOSE A LOOK TO FITS THE PLAYER.

If you are deciding on fashion over function, once you have determined the price range, skill levels, and performance level of a cue, think about the budget. This will limit your aesthetic choices to a few options. The quality of the cues is generally the same for all price ranges. Fashion is more important than function when the price difference applies.

1. WEIGHT/BALANCE: CHOOSE THE RIGHT WEIGHT & BALANCE.

What is the ideal weight and balance for a cue you love? Cues typically weigh between 18 and 21 ounces. The cue’s total weight is indicated by the number displayed. The majority of house cues have most of their weight in the butt. A house cue that is too heavy for a vertically challenged shooter (like me) can cause the shooter to feel “butt heavy”. This can lead to two things: (1) The player may grip the cue too far back in an attempt to compensate; or (2) the tip of the cue will pull up during follow-through due to excess weight at the back.

Look for a cue with a greater forward-weighting if you are shorter. Production cues allow for easy additions and removals of the butt weights. The cue’s total weight may affect the balance. 19oz is the ideal weight for the back.

Pool Cues: Balance Weight

A designated jumping or breaking cue may become necessary as a player gets better and more serious. These cues have special technology and will require additional research. These five factors will help you to spend more time with your pool cue than buying it.