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I ordered a Mike Gulyassy SPTX shaft several years ago. I still like it a lot; traditional maple with some ld characteristics. Mike will make any of his shafts to whatever specs you want - diameter, collar, ring work, pin, etc. - Andrew

I tried an original Sledgehammer several years ago. I liked it, but not enough to replace the Stinger I already had. I still use the Stinger for breaking, but I've changed it to a White Diamond tip; breaks great. - Andrew

If you haven't pulled the trigger on something new yet, it was previously suggested to change the tip. I bought a Stinger almost a decade ago with the original phenolic tip; liked it a lot. When phenolic was banned for a while, I purchased a second Stinger shaft with the Samsara tip. I liked...

looking forward to it Thanks for providing this series. As an intro article, it seems to be outlining where the series will go; I think some folks have missed this point. I'm looking forward to it's continuation. Even if I only learn one or two things that help, and don't get or disagree...

It only takes a few seconds to fill in the short form. Bravo to ESPN3! :)

playing cue I voted for playing cue. One of my friends has anger management issues, and shattered his almost new Lucasi against a telephone pole after losing a game. Finite abuse, for sure. - Andrew

reaper I also have a Reaper jump cue. It's lite weight (6 oz w/the one piece handle) makes it simple to use w/o being top heavy. I've let several people try it at the my pool hall; they've all liked it, even those who don't jump at all (short or full cue). The only downside is the price, but...

great guide http://forums.azbilliards.com/showthread.php?t=51018&page=1&pp=15 I purchased the tools in this guide, and have been changing tips for a few years. The only issue I have is that the Shaver is designed for 13mm tips, so smaller tips can come out a little cone shaped due to the...

my purchase I purchased a cue from Tim in Oct 2012. There was some back and forth communication prior to payment (usually a few days waiting to hear from Tim each time), but the cue was received in a timely manner after paypal payment was sent (delays in US Customs not withstanding). Even...

had to switch back to firefox I've experienced the 500 error on almost every forum post while using Chrome (version 27.0.1453.110 m). I've tried all the browser tricks, and tried all the forum skins. The only solution for me has been to switch back to using Firefox (version 21) for forum...

thanks Thanks for sharing the article, mohrt. I especially appreciate the paragraph on eye dominance. I, too, am right handed and left-eye dominate, and was trying to establish visuals and stance a-la-John Morra; most of my misses were off to the left of both right and left cuts. Yesterday...

Sptx I ordered a 29" SPTX with 12.5 mm tip in Oct. 2012. I have small hands, and the extended taper has helped me using a closed bridge when using a long bridge. The same for longer rail bridge shots; the tip stays the same height thought the shot. (I was previously using a euro/conical...

I have a Reaper jump cue by Mike Gulyassy (babysproshop.com). I've had it for a few months, and no longer use my jump/break for jumping. It's only about 6 ounces, which is great for dart-style jumps (my shoulder doesn't like the overhand jump stroke). Everyone who's tried it likes it, too...

Great jump cue!!! I received my Reaper on Wednesday (Aug. 22). It's extreme light weight makes jumping almost effortless, especially for close jumps with a dart stroke. I won't be using my jump/break for jumping anymore. Thanks for the great new cue, Mike. Many thanks for the great...

I've used the tools and steps in this thread to change a few tips. It works well with a little patience and practice. How to retip cues...... without a lathe. Hope this helps. :smile: - Andrew

Mike Massey draws well, too http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hbnxQWe_OTg

I actually pay $600 ($50/month) for a daytime membership at my pool hall. It's good 11am-7pm every day, and includes table time. I wouldn't pay the membership plus added table time - defeats the purpose in my mind. I might pay additional $ to play on a Diamond once in a while, but certainly...

I bought my cue 4 1/2 years ago; it was advertised at 19.5 but weighed 19.7. A couple of weeks ago I thought I'd experiment by taking out the weight bolt, expecting to it be around 18. The bolt was 3oz(!), so now I'm at 16.7. It's a nice change that feels great, and I won't put the bolt back...

Aramith magnetic ball If you get the Aramith ball, be aware is still may not work. I bought one for my league team to use at home, only to find out our "wonderful" Dynamo table requires a heavy ball. The magnetic aspect made no difference.

I prefer to lag for the break - skill vs. luck imo. I think it's odd the older guys (50+, I'm 35) in my local tourny prefer to flip, and give dirty looks and pissed off attitude if they have to lag (local rule is you must lag if one of the two players wants to). I figure the lag is a specific...