Most professional players tend to use lighter sticks but again, it is up to the individual. The weight of the cue has nothing to do with the player’s physical strength but more what is comfortable to the player. Tournament and leagues will usually play with 25 or 27 ounce cues. Most pool cues weights will run between 18 and 21 ounces but these are not intended for league play or tournaments. What’s the deal with the varying weights? This will also impact the feel of the cue stick during play. Most serious players prefer wood, however, a benefit to graphite is that it doesn’t warp like wood can.Īn important concept to remember is that the harder the material the more power they player will have, where conversely, if the material is softer it will give the player more control over the ball. The two main materials that companies use are wood and graphite/fiberglass. There really isn’t a ‘best’ material, rather a best for the player. Is wood the best material for a cue stick? You can try both and see which you prefer! The main difference is that two pieces are easier to transport in a carrying case than a one piece cue stick is.
Other players disagree and say that a good brass joint should make up the difference, leading to zero change in feel. Some serious players argue that you can never have the same ‘feel’ with a two piece as you can with a one piece cue. one piece has on the play and feel of the cue stick. There are differing opinions on the effect that two vs. Is it mostly at your house where you’ll be doing all your sharking and winning or will you be taking your trick-shot-show on the road? This should impact your decision making on whether to get a one or two piece cue. Think about where you’ll be using your pool cue. The joint is commonly made of metal (brass) and has a pin that fits into the center of the cue shaft. When the cue is a two piece they are joined in the middle of the stick with what is called a joint. The tip and ferrule are regularly replaced on cue sticks from wear and tear of play.Ĭues can also come in one or two pieces. On the opposite, tapered, end you have the cue tip that is glued to the ferrule. (Tip: Butt cap is also a handy insult to throw at your opponent in heated competition.) On the butt of the cue you will find a round rubber piece, this is the bumper or butt cap. As you might have guessed the base or larger end of the cue is the butt, and the tapered end is referred to as the shaft. Pool cues are made up of two main pieces: the butt and the shaft. So to answer your question: the sky's the limit, however, for someone just starting out a good price range is between $100-$150. Most of that is for looks and makes the cue much more expensive than what you would need just beginning. These cues usually display mouthwatering inlays, come in a multitude of colors and glisten with a showroom-shine. If you’ve been around the game of billiards for any time at all, you’ve probably seen the fancy professional sticks. Like virtually everything else, this depends largely on the quality of the product in question.
Everything will be okay…everything will be okay…. “But Game Room Guys blogger! There are literally thousands of choices! Where do I even begin?!”Ĭalm down, I’m here to help now. The first step to improving your game and understanding billiards is purchasing your first cue stick. Well, do you want to be a pool player that is compared to an aggressive fish? I thought so!
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