Natural Bridge lenght

Pangit

Pangit

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I'm about ten inches, no pun intended. I've lived in the PI for many years and it still amazes me how long the Pinoy's "natural" bridge is. Is there Something in the water?
 
Pangit said:
I'm about ten inches, no pun intended. I've lived in the PI for many years and it still amazes me how long the Pinoy's "natural" bridge is. Is there Something in the water?
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This is an excellent question and one worthy of exploration. I look forward to the colloquy in this thread from the experts.

I've heard from one strong player I know well that in order to execute certain shots, it is necessary to extend your bridge pr "stroke" length, making it longer.

If I get a chance, I will get that pool player I know to post on this thread. He has written about this topic, and though I'm not sure I understand why lengthening the bridge or "stroke" is that important for some shots, he can explain it better than I can, so hopefully readers will comprehend the reasoning better. :smile:
 
JAM...I believe that most of us have a 'natural bridge length, that we will use for a majority of normal shots (shots where there are no obstructions). What we teach is that once you find out what that length is, and where the appropriate grip area that corresponds with the bridge is, all you need to do is change both the same way, when you lengthen or shorten your bridge for certain shots (i.e.: move your bridge hand back 3"...move your grip back 3"). This keeps the contact point on the CB consistent, and the natural finish the same. I also believe that you can make almost any shot with lalmost any bridge length...which is what we see in the real world.

Scott Lee
www.poolknowledge.com


JAM said:
This is an excellent question and one worthy of exploration. I look forward to the colloquy in this thread from the experts.

I've heard from one strong player I know well that in order to execute certain shots, it is necessary to extend your bridge pr "stroke" length, making it longer.

If I get a chance, I will get that pool player I know to post on this thread. He has written about this topic, and though I'm not sure I understand why lengthening the bridge or "stroke" is that important for some shots, he can explain it better than I can, so hopefully readers will comprehend the reasoning better. :smile:
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Without getting out the tape measure I think my bridge length runs about 8 inches on average.

I have noticed that for more accurate shots I tend to have a shorter bridge (and I choke up with the grip hand)and for shots requiring more power my bridge tends to be longer.

But when it comes to a accurate power shot I guess I'm screwed!
 
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JAM said:
This is an excellent question and one worthy of exploration. I look forward to the colloquy in this thread from the experts.

I've heard from one strong player I know well that in order to execute certain shots, it is necessary to extend your bridge pr "stroke" length, making it longer.

If I get a chance, I will get that pool player I know to post on this thread. He has written about this topic, and though I'm not sure I understand why lengthening the bridge or "stroke" is that important for some shots, he can explain it better than I can, so hopefully readers will comprehend the reasoning better. :smile:
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You're going to really let the cat out the bag?
 
SpiderWebComm said:
Randy-

Could you explain? I would think that a longer forearm would automatically call for a longer stroke (bridge). Just curious to hear your thoughts :)

Dave
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Hehe,

i ll wait for this answer from Randy also-- very interested for it :-)

lg
Ingo
 
Cdryden said:
Without getting out the tape measure I think my bridge length runs about 8 inches on average.

I have noticed that for more accurate shots I tend to have a shorter bridge (and I choke up with the grip hand)and for shots requiring more power my bridge tends to be longer.

But when it comes to a accurate power shot I guess I'm screwed!
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Power comes from speed. The idea that longer bridge gives greater force and less accuracy is wrong. Take for example a 170-178 degree cut 3-4 diamonds from object ball. Taking the longrail angle back for position to balls resting along the shortrail you're shooting from, is a really fun shot to execute. A long bridge will not ensure proper execution.
 
K.Mcphee said:
Power comes from speed. The idea that longer bridge gives greater force and less accuracy is wrong. Take for example a 170-178 degree cut 3-4 diamonds from object ball. Taking the longrail angle back for position to balls resting along the shortrail you're shooting from, is a really fun shot to execute. A long bridge will not ensure proper execution.
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Wut ????????? 170 degrees
 
SpiderWebComm said:
Randy-

Could you explain? I would think that a longer forearm would automatically call for a longer stroke (bridge). Just curious to hear your thoughts :)

Dave
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Why?

The longer forearm just puts you closer to the middle of the table.
I have seen long arms with 10" bridges and short arms with 16" bridges.
Doesn't the stance have a lot to do with the front half?

The normal bridge length (measured from the back of the cue ball to the Vee in your hand) is 8-12 inches.

Just thinking
randyg
 
Here in Missouri the length of the bridge is a little longer than the width of the river.

Sorry, couldn't resist.
 
randyg said:
Why?

The longer forearm just puts you closer to the middle of the table.
I have seen long arms with 10" bridges and short arms with 16" bridges.
Doesn't the stance have a lot to do with the front half?

The normal bridge length (measured from the back of the cue ball to the Vee in your hand) is 8-12 inches.

Just thinking
randyg
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How about rail bridge? Everyone has the same rail bridge no matter your size.
 
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