I have the stinger as well and think it's a decent enough jump cue with the stock tip. Not a great breaker, but it does the job. I'm currently on the hunt for a new dedicated break cue, though.
I never wore a glove until I bought CF. I was using masters chalk and it would get on the shaft and make it sticky. I switched to Taom and a glove and like the feel.
I live in Florida, though...
It was similar in the final. All break and runs, except for 2 dry breaks from Bergman. The last two matches, not a single ball was missed, nor safety played.
Bergman/Morris match...WOW!
First 10 racks are break and runs until Rodney breaks dry and Justin takes it. Just amazing pool by both there. The only mistake was a dry break.