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    Show me some segmented handles ,

    https://forums.azbilliards.com/threads/segmented-handle-cues-post-your-pics.247422/
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    A reality check on aiming systems of all kinds

    Respectfully, that doesn’t address my point. I personally have a straight stroke, but I aim more accurately with systems that aren’t based on fractions or visual edge references. Also, how is an aim system defined? You’d be surprised how many of my students increase their percentages once I...
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    A reality check on aiming systems of all kinds

    With respect, why wouldn’t they need an aiming system? Relying solely on the “visible edge” may not be the most effective aiming reference for them individually.
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    The quickest path to a straight, repeatable stroke, and the best metric used to evaluate it.

    A cue-mounted laser will show deviations in your stroke. Project the laser spot or laser line on a nearby wall as you stroke. Nearly every pro has slight deviations in their stroke but the laser will show any obvious deficiencies. Fromt there, it's not usually willpower to straighten your...
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    Discussion: Focusing on the cue ball compared to other sports

    You hit the right note with "creative". CBL works for some pros, most are OBL except on very specific shots.
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    Frank Paradise Cue

    Sweet "Bird of Paradise"! My old Paradise hits a ton.
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    Taking the Pocket Out of Aiming

    Almost all strong players (think VERY strong) who pivot, do so in their mind's eye and then bring the cue straight down on their chosen stroke line. I don't use CTE but on some cuts, I start by looking at ball "edges" then adjust.
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    Dumping - caught

    Hmmm, perhaps the forum has more details, how were the phone shots taken. Skeptical here...
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    Perfect Aim / THE SHIFT will be on the road again. First stop will be Phoenix, AZ. FREE mini lessons everywhere I go......5/13/2026 1st day.

    I am sincerely sorry for all the health challenges. Please let me know if you’ll be visiting Florida or South Georgia.
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    Straight Stroking Drills

    Bob, I didn’t realize they’re $500 now—the original retail price was closer to $200. Have you used a CueTrack before steering people away from it? It can fine‑tune straighter strokes for players at different levels, from beginners through pros. It can also be used for some fascinating trick...
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    it's good to be the run-out King

    Good on 'ya mate, long live the King! Congrats on that many break-and-runs. Sorry the "normal" opponent couldn't deal with a winner!
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    Straight Stroking Drills

    Straight up, I’m not a gadget guy and I dislike most pool gadgets for teaching. However, I worked personally with Tony Mattina—right up through putting pros and aspiring pros through their paces with CueTrack in person—and they loved it. If you find one to buy, I’ll be happy to give you tips...
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    Seeing the contact point on the object ball.

    You take a rough approximation of the contact point from any position where you’re not fully down in your stance at address. The contact point you identify while standing will naturally “move” as you get down into position. You also don’t need to stare at the object ball’s contact point the...
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    OB slow roll to the pocket and stops at the very edge - foul

    I think you're asking whether it's a foul or legal stroke if an edge of a ball passes beyond the rail while not quite pocketing... yes?
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    Taking the Pocket Out of Aiming

    Excellent! Jimmy Reid once posted a graphic with this concept:
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