That and its tougher and easier to maintain. No pilling(the little fur balls) so way less brushing/vacuuming is needed.I think the big reason is that it's just not as fun. Faster cloth gives you way more options with way less effort.
You sell cloth?? That was tight. I'd buy from you after that.Napped or looped is cheaper cloth.
Better weaving technology.
Longer wearing.
There are several different brands of billiard cloth, but basically only two types: Napped and Worsted. Napped billiard cloth is considered standard and is generally included with most tables purchased by consumers. Worsted billiard cloth is a higher quality and is noted for its enhanced playability and durability.
Napped cloth is a loop weave, and has a “nap” to it as the name describes. It requires more brushing, a little more maintenance, and may slow the ball down a bit in standard play. If you’re an average player and want to save a little bit of money on your table purchase, napped cloth may be right for you.
Worsted cloth is a flatter weave and is more expensive, but it promotes a faster play of ball and prolongs the life of the cloth. If you want professional-grade playability from your table, and want to ensure the quality of your cloth doesn’t deteriorate in the future, worsted is your best choice.
Why is slow nap cloth no longer used?
Have you ever played on it? Its like rolling a giant bowling ball through corn stalks.
My home table of 17 years is slow nap cloth.
I got excited when the IPT used slow nap cloth.
My home table of 17 years is slow nap cloth.
I got excited when the IPT used slow nap cloth.
Have you ever played on it? Its like rolling a giant bowling ball through corn stalks.
I think the big reason is that it's just not as fun
. Faster cloth gives you way more options with way less effort.
I heard it was because Simonis came out with 860 just for 9-ball. Simonis 860, Texas Express, TV balls were the ingredients to help showcase pool on TV back in the 80's/90's.