Recent content by Sherman Duke

I don't know... but a properly roughed tip will hold it better. I tend to apply chalk lightly and avoid rings on the ferrule. Using fresh chalk helps. Run away from cubes with deep craters in them. Some chalks are oilier, but I don't like them. I tried the Kamui, but prefer Tweeten chalk.

I wore out a Triangle and am trying out a thick water buffalo tip. I need to shape it a bit more, but it draws well. I can't go more than about a tip and a half on the cue ball without miscuing. It's less forgiving at this point.

A good cue maker should be able to build whatever feel the buyer needs. That's the whole point in getting a custom design.

My cue was designed for me. The maker watched me shoot and measured my body like a tailor. I told him the weight, length, tip size and taper that would best meet my needs. Three weeks later I was enjoying the cue.

My understanding is that a heavier cue favors top spin, while a light cue is better for draw.

I do not know his history here... just sad that he passed away. I'm sorry brought up a sore point.

I know he had his issues with this site, but Fast Larry Gunniger passed away earlier this week. His wife died a day earlier in a tragic traffic accident. Here's the link: http://www.poolchat.net/forums/index.php?/topic/10321-r-i-p-fast-larry-and-wife-sarah/ I hope people can forgive whatever...

Not sure, but some folks cut them down anyway.

I pretty much adjust up and down the grip depending on the shot. My cue is very light and longer than a house cue... made for my reach. On delicate shots I tend to choke up, while gripping near the end on long shots.

My cue maker had a tape measure and recorded my joint measurements and all. He built the exact dimensions, weight, and balance requested. Every piece was handcrafted in his shop.

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Chuck Norris can't play pool because.... Bruce Lee busted his balls! :cool:

:confused: I'm supposed to be focused? :eek:

I lost a game of straight pool and had to buy my opponent an order of fries earlier this week. Does that count? I stay out of the circle games, but we have people playing for a grand a game.

Love to see someone try to draw the ball with a triangular tip. :grin-square: