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JasonATX · Nov 5, 2026

I can't find a durometer reading for it, but I like the Taom BJ3 for a laminated break tip. Here's the chart on Dr. Dave's website. There are a couple around the hardness you want: https://drdavepoolinfo.com/resource_files/tip_hardness_chart.pdf

sjm · Nov 5, 2026

JAM said:
If I had my pick for the wildcard, it would be Billy Thorpe because he gets along well with the others and brings enthusiasm and excitement to the team.

He's got the experience of playing on the big stage, and I think he can bring it on. He's hitting 'em strong as of late and attending a lot of events.

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I'm a Billy Thorpe fan, but there is no evidence of any kind that he makes those around him play better. His enthusiasm and excitement has not translated to better performance for either him or his teammates.

tonyboy59 · Nov 5, 2026

Bump...

sjm · Nov 5, 2026

Rocket354 said:
Justin is a clear upgrade over Billy, but nowhere near enough. Team Europe is still a strong favorite.

No, he isn't, but I might entertain "slight upgrade." To my knowledge, neither has ever won a major championship at 9ball or 10ball.

JasonATX · Nov 5, 2026

fish2 said:
Ding resistant, not really, I tried a friends CF shaft, and it was dinged like a house cue. He is the type of player that would use his cue to get a ball by repeatedly tapping the ball.

That's either a really thin-walled CF shaft or he's beating the crap out of it.

Kamikazecuetips · Nov 5, 2026

sjm · Nov 5, 2026

8cree said:
Do you have any suggestions on who those younger picks would be? Which younger players have put in the time and effort and winning pedigree? I watch a lot of pool, maybe not as much as some, but I can't come up with any names that would fit the bill... can you help me out a little here?

Well, we'll have to momentarily throw out the participation requirements that would make them eligible, but if you'll allow me that: 1) Lukas Verner, 2) Lazaro Martinez, 3) Sam Henderson, 4) Nathan Childress, 5) Eric Roberts, 6) Landon Hollingsworth and 7) Payne McBride.

dpaulnot · Nov 5, 2026

About 2 months used. I prefer a 30 inch shaft and have ordered one.
29 1/2 inches, 3/8-8 radial pin, .842 diameter at the joint, 12.8mm tip, new Thoroughbred Medium.
$300 , I will cover shipping inside the US.