Mike Sigel shares "the Key" he learned from Irving Crane in Dallas Texas

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CJ..

How about sharing some of the "FREE" info Mike extended to you with some of us here on the forum. From your original post.

"Every time I've ever had an extensive conversation with Mike Sigel he always expands my knowledge, which leads to deeper understandings. Now that he's retired from competition he's even more generous with communicating his "inside specialties". He shared some techniques that I looked forward to trying out on the table, and today I did."

Or is this just another carrot in front of us donkeys as a teaser for your next video?

Don
 
Poolshootindon said:
CJ..

How about sharing some of the "FREE" info Mike extended to you with some of us here on the forum. From your original post.

"Every time I've ever had an extensive conversation with Mike Sigel he always expands my knowledge, which leads to deeper understandings. Now that he's retired from competition he's even more generous with communicating his "inside specialties". He shared some techniques that I looked forward to trying out on the table, and today I did."

Or is this just another carrot in front of us donkeys as a teaser for your next video?

Don
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Don:

You're not getting it. The idea is to take "free" information, and repackage it for a cost. "Touch of Inside" has more than one meaning -- e.g. "how to 'touch' information such that it's now 'inside' info worthy of attaching a price tag."

;)
-Sean
 
sfleinen said:
"Touch of Inside" has more than one meaning -- e.g. "how to 'touch' information such that it's now 'inside' info worthy of attaching a price tag."
-Sean
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I always though TOI stood for "Taking Off Idiots" :thumbup:!!! "Touch of Inside" huh??? Touching the inside of wallets all over the globe is more like it!!!

Maniac (realizes the "holy grail" is unattainable)
 
Maniac said:
I always though TOI stood for "Taking Off Idiots" :thumbup:!!! "Touch of Inside" huh??? Touching the inside of wallets all over the globe is more like it!!!

Maniac (realizes the "holy grail" is unattainable)
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Ouch. Watch out for that wallet thing; people get sensitive when you actually point out you have your hand inserted in it without an invite.

Afterall, "The Backlash is the Teacher."

:p
-Sean
 
Bob Jewett said:
I think they're made by Toyota. Sometimes they're rebranded and sold as low-end Audis in Europe.
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Or, aren't they an extremely large ray found in the oceans? Methinks scuba-certified people can swim with mantra rays.

-Sean <-- oh wait, there's no "r" in that word
 
CJ Wiley said:
Every time I've ever had an extensive conversation with Mike Sigel he always expands my knowledge, which leads to deeper understandings. Now that he's retired from competition he's even more generous with communicating his "inside specialties". He shared some techniques that I looked forward to trying out on the table, and today I did.

This morning I set up a break shot and ran 82 balls playing straight pool without even warming up - I could have easily ran over 100 but had to leave for a lunch meeting. I've always known it's essential to line up the cue to the hand and body, and now I have one more "tool" to make sure everything's systematically connected to the "shot line".

The most satisfying thing about it was not running the balls, it was how much fun it was to learn a new technique that is immediately effective. I forgot what it was like {when I was young} being influenced by the likes of Buddy Hall, Nick Varner, Efren Reyes, and Mike Sigel - sometimes it takes one sentence from a champion to increase my awareness two or three levels....it's happened to on several occasions.

Mike was in rare form {last night} sharing many of his own competitive experiences and "the Key" he learned from Irving Crane that he used as a mantra to win many tournament titles. Mike is 60 years old and can still run 300 balls any time he sets his mind to it - now I understand more about how he does it utilizing the "31 Degree Rule".

I've played and watched many champion players through the years and I still believe Mike was the toughest to beat in the big matches. Not only has he mastered all games "inside" and out, he also understands the deep level of competition. Most champion players will agree that they would rather face anyone in the finals other than Sigel!

Mike will be doing an exhibition tonight (7PM) at the FOX & HOUND on Campbell RD - just west of HWY 75 tonight in Dallas Texas. Mary Avina and I will also be there to check out his show and enjoy the always entertaining "Captain Hook".

We hope to see you there if you live in the DFW Texas area.
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Ya know that video where the owner is talking to his dog about how he made this amazing sandwich ......and then ate it. That's how I feel after reading some of your posts. You tell us about this amazing new info and then go on for 5 paragraphs without actually saying anything!

I heard that dog ended up biting the owner. ;)

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The best place to get some of Mike's tremendous knowledge is to ask him for some lessons. You know, go straight to the horse's mouth, so to speak.

But Sigel does have perfect fundamentals. Not sure about the parallel thing with the foot, but his head is always in perfect line with the shots. This photo was from the Aug 87 Pool and Billiards Magazine (more in Mike's prime years). But that works for him obviously, might not for everyone.

Personally, I think the "key" to Mike's success is hitting about 5 billion pool balls.

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If you have any specific questions, or areas I can answer them

Poolshootindon said:
CJ..

How about sharing some of the "FREE" info Mike extended to you with some of us here on the forum. From your original post.

"Every time I've ever had an extensive conversation with Mike Sigel he always expands my knowledge, which leads to deeper understandings. Now that he's retired from competition he's even more generous with communicating his "inside specialties". He shared some techniques that I looked forward to trying out on the table, and today I did."

Or is this just another carrot in front of us donkeys as a teaser for your next video?

Don
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I have a feeling if I explained what Mike told me the entire thread would be moved to another section. If you have any specific questions, or areas of curiosity I will be happy to answer and share what Mike and I talked about anytime.
 
flyvirginiaguy said:
The best place to get some of Mike's tremendous knowledge is to ask him for some lessons. You know, go straight to the horse's mouth, so to speak.

But Sigel does have perfect fundamentals. Not sure about the parallel thing with the foot, but his head is always in perfect line with the shots. This photo was from the Aug 87 Pool and Billiards Magazine (more in Mike's prime years). But that works for him obviously, might not for everyone.

Personally, I think the "key" to Mike's success is hitting about 5 billion pool balls.

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You don't need to ask him for lessons he will more than gladly tell you for free
One thing Mike isn't is lost for words


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CJ Wiley said:
I have a feeling if I explained what Mike told me the entire thread would be moved to another section. If you have any specific questions, or areas of curiosity I will be happy to answer and share what Mike and I talked about anytime.
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So what would be wrong with the thread being moved, so long as the information and discussion is good?
 
CJ Wiley said:
I have a feeling if I explained what Mike told me the entire thread would be moved to another section. If you have any specific questions, or areas of curiosity I will be happy to answer and share what Mike and I talked about anytime.
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CJ I think what they are saying is( specific question and area of curiosity )

What did Mike tell You???????
 
justadub said:
So what would be wrong with the thread being moved, so long as the information and discussion is good?
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Exactly. Except, this is another ploy to end-run the rules, by blaming the rules themselves as the reason for "obfuscation."

"I can't give you the information because if I do, it will be moved to another forum and dash my hopes of exploiting the largest/Main forum for marketing purposes."

::sigh:: :o
-Sean
 
sfleinen said:
Exactly. Except, this is another ploy to end-run the rules, by blaming the rules themselves as the reason for "obfuscation."

"I can't give you the information because if I do, it will be moved to another forum and dash my hopes of exploiting the largest/Main forum for marketing purposes."

::sigh:: :o
-Sean
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It's good having you back posting again :p
 
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