How important is having a decent pool stick?

June 12th, 2009

Is it the stick that makes the player? That depends on where you play as well as how often you play. If your someone who plays all the time, for example, in a league, or weekly with your friends, you most likely will have your own stick. If you are the person who only plays pool after a night out drinking with friends or that rare occasion you and your friends get together to play. Most likely you will have to use a stick that is at the pool hall, so it will not be a custom fit and perhaps that may be the reason your game is off. Here are a few simple tips to look for when choosing a stick, whether it be your personal or the one your borrowing from the pool hall down the street. If you consider yourself a beginner then I would suggest a heavier stick. The heavier the stick the better chance that it will not roll around and you will have a better grip. If your shooting and you’re a beginner the last thing you would want is to shoot on your turn and have the stick be so light that your stick may slip out of your hands by using the wrong stick. If you’re an expert or professional shooter and you happen to have a stick that is heavier than most sticks. Imagine it is your turn and you grab your stick go and try to shoot the nine ball in the left corner pocket, you are getting the feel of the shot , so you pull back and release. Then BOOM! Your stick was much heavier than usual so you did not have complete control of the stick at hand. Your feeling down and you then realize that the saying you would hear people say was true, you need a stick that is right for your level of expertise. That is something that you will not get from a public pool stick that everyone and there grandmother has used down at the local pool hall. If you aresomeone who is playing pool at least once a week then I feel it would be a wise decision to invest in your own stick. Buy at least two sticks and make sure that they each weigh different. That way if you have improved your game then you can use the lighter stick as well as when you happen to be having an off night, which we all do from time to time then you can use your heavier stick. That doesn’t mean that if your not playing as frequently then you should not invest in your own stick. You should have your own stick after all that is one of the only ways you will improve your game. I hate it when I go out to play pool with some friends and I am spending what feels like an eternity searching for the perfect stick. I had my own stick for awhile but it has since been lost in a cross country move.

Blaze Pool Cues: The Wonder of Color

June 11th, 2009

Blaze Pool Cues are set apart from the rest with their designs. They are modern and hard rock. They have a cutting-edge aspect that many players are drawn to. They are also cost effective which is excellent for their quality. These cues are especially well known for their design aspect and quality ratio. The VR-5 is one of the greatest looking cues in its price class, but the VR-1 is a top seller. The color combinations are vast. They have blue, purple, pink, green, black and many more. These cues are constructed out of rock hard maple and support pressed linen shafts. The tips are Le Pro. There is a stainless steal butt and the ferrule is made with linen fibers. There are many cues to choose from with this company. The colors and steady stile bring fun and whimsy into play. When choosing a pool cue consider a blaze cue.

Things You Should Know When Looking For A Billiards Table

April 16th, 2009

Buying a billiard table is a fun process, but be sure to ask the right questions before making your purchase. The answers to your questions will be essential in getting the right table for your space and for your game. First, what size table is best for gaming? Pool tables come in various sizes, and not all tables are regulation sized. A standard size is an 8-foot table, but this size may not fit your space. Smaller tables can create clustered balls while playing and may be frustrating for gamers. Second, does the table come with a warranty and repair services? It is natural for pool tables sustain damage when used, and fixing them yourself is not always wise. Be sure to ask about warranties and repair services to eliminate hassle later on. It is also worth asking if retailers provide installation services to assist with leveling the table once it is in your home. Third, what is the table made of? Cheap tables use wood underneath the cloth exterior while more sturdy tables use slate. Slate lasts longer than wood but it must be installed by professionals to prevent breakage or seams. Finally, the all important question about color and accessories. Be sure to choose an aesthetically appealing table, but leave the question of color and style until the end.