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    Etiquette if playing in a tournament with childhood idol

    My advise is to wait until after your match, From what Ive seen some of the pros have no problem chatting a bit after a match, and when waiting for the losers side to play out is a good time to approach them.
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    The Existential Geometry Of Pool

    Johnny Holiday taught to think in triangles for straight pool......
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    What pro player still plays with a Meucci

    Cory Duel and Max Eberle use Meucci Cues
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    Pool Room Stories: What's the most shady thing you've seen happen in a pool room?

    When I was a kid my dad had been a fight with a guy, really the guy had sucker punched him and saw him at the pool room and played it cool, guy wants to play a game, and starts to rack the balls, My dad stands there and when he bending over to get the balls , my dad takes that cue and smacks him...
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    Any good 2 rail kicking systems out there?

    Take a look at: Bob May’s One-Rail Kicking System http://aceswebworld.blogspot.com/2007/09/bob-mays-one-rail-kicking-system.html or 2-Rail Kicking System http://www.poolplayers.com/2-rail-kicking-system/ or: Two Rail Kick Shots http://www.ozonebilliards.com/tworakish.html or: A Simple...
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    One Pocket: A Game of Controlled Aggression

    Yes , I have a copy, and it was well worth the wait. Tom writes like a master, very clear and easy to understand, The shots he shows are excellent examples of what happens during play, the shot and expected outcome, The Photos are supper, almost like your standing over the table. I keep getting...
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    Over 1 Million Viewers For First 6 Episodes of "The Hustlers"

    Hope these numbers help, it seems the show is getting better each week, Challenging other rooms appears to be the best so far. Was wondering if , you set your cable box to remind me of when the show starts would help to drive the numbers?
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    Selling "Pal Joey" Tip Tappers

    Bought one, great workmanship, would recommend that you get one, it works great.
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    TAR: Darren Appleton Perfect Practice 2 Presented by Predator Cues

    Can you tell me if they are going to sell this as a DVD?
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    Thanks to the A-Hole who recommended using a +/-.005 machinist level for my table...

    Well, I would thank that guy for saving you about $800.00 bucks, What your screaming for is a Master Level, cost about $900.00 199Z W/SLC Master Precision Level from Starrett that does .0005 verse a Machinist level
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    Lou Butera Passed Away this Morning :(

    He will be missed, a real gentleman and promoter of pool, My wishes for the family
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    Rude Hand Shake ???

    It may look odd, but have you ever started a game with a hand shake from a bone crusher, really squeeze your hand to the core. I try to avoid them, People say its a fish shake, well having had a pinched nerve and corrective surgery, I came away with it with the grip strength of a 5 year old...
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    Meucci Pro Shaft info

    I have a Pro Shaft and was impressed from the first shot, bought cue direct from Meucci, with 2 shafts, Shafts $250. each, Everyone that has shot with this cue likes it and made good comments. I may be a bit bias, have used a Meucci for over thirty years , but this new line of pro shafts is...
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    UltraSkin Pro Hardness question

    That , Pro, is SOFT, works great, holds up, and 1/3 the cost of other trendy tips.
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    :: Warning!! :: Don't visit Red Shoes @ Chicago ! Unless.....

    Why did you post that Pizza, now Im hungry for one , it looks good
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    Steinway Billiards v. Buffalo Billiards: Meet the Real Hustlers!

    I am truly excited by Buffalo Billiards Video, they are thinking outside the box and may have a great Idea to help pool expand. No I am not a bigot, Have been to LA. and enjoyed it, People were very friendly. Yes the subways in NY can be a bit nasty, and don't recall seeing a bathroom in one...
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    House Cue Tips

    Thanks for the replies, I always used Le-Pro in the past, but was not sure exactly what those house cues came with, Some great posts thanks again.
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    Steinway Billiards v. Buffalo Billiards: Meet the Real Hustlers!

    This could the next phase of the show, Pitting hall against hall, But I will tell you that Steinway has some shooters, they may seem a bit brash at times but the have some style and class, I don't know Buffalo at all, but my impression from the Video was that place needs a paint job, and the...
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    House Cue Tips

    I may be asking a strange question, but was wondering what types of tips do house cues use, or are used when replacing them. Any recommendations? I am looking to replace some tips on house cues , but not sure what works for the long run. Thanks
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    Willard Tipping Machine or Porper Big Shaver

    Im looking to buy one or the other to start replacing tip for others and myself. I was wondering if anyone has any experience with either of these Tip tools. Could you tell me which you prefer, and any likes or dis-likes about what you used.
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