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The nice thing about the resources available regarding squirt is that they combine theoretical physics and experimental physics. The agreement between the two approaches strengthens them both. Even if you're not into the mathematical proofs, some of the experimentation is easily duplicated on...

If you read Dave's technical proof (here) and Ron Shepard's paper (here), you'll see that the use the term "effective end mass"; which may include flexibility to some small degree, but is primarily driven by the actual mass of the last 6-10 inches of the cue, especially within the realistic...

I think we both have a similar understanding of what's going on with squirt and deflection, but you stated that you can't get the same "fullness" of hit with an LD shaft of a shot where you "squerve" into the object ball as you would with a regular shaft, and that's not the case. An LD shaft...

You can shoot the exact same shot with an LD shaft and get the same "fullness" of hit. LD shafts don't affect the swerve so if you hit them both at the same speed with the same angle into the cloth, either an LD cue or a regular cue will swerve the same amount. The difference with the LD cue is...

The claim is that it is easier to estimate the amount of aim compensation necessary to offset cue ball squirt if the amount of squirt falls within a smaller range. The effect is most noticeable over long distances because squirt is a change in the angle that the cue ball comes off the cue.

Back when I captained an APA team, I would put up first if I won the toss in order to control the later match-ups. As you suggested, I would put up a mid-level player to start and then have control of the 2nd and 4th match-ups. Between the numbers and the players remaining, the 5th match-up is...

During the regular session, this shouldn't come as much of a surprise. I would expect them to tighten up their game a bit when they get to playoffs or regionals, at least in the case of the 9's. It's possible that a 7 just doesn't see defensive opportunities well; you can make it to a 7 if you...

I agree with that. LD just has to do with aiming when you're using english. I've seen great players with both LD and regular shafts. LD shafts are just a slight equipment advantage that is available for anyone who chooses to pay for it. As a comparison, consider modern golf clubs. They are way...

Maximum draw is the result of striking the cue ball as far below center with as level a cue as possible without miscuing, so the LD properties of a shaft don't really make a difference. For people that think their LD shaft draws better, it's usually because of the smaller tip or shape of the tip...

Unfortunately for those that are used to regular shafts, it's not the same. Less cue ball squirt means less of a range you have to adjust over. Adjusting for squirt within 1 inch of the true object ball target is easier than adjusting for it within a 3 inch range. Actually, since the adjustment...

I highly recommend the resources on Dave's website to anyone that really wants to understand how "low-deflection" (technically, low-squirt) shafts will affect the path of the cue ball under various conditions. Personally, I have almost always played with a LD shaft, and have played with the...

Thanks for the clarification. Now I get what you're saying. I had misread your first reply to mean that you get the "plink" when you hit center, and what you meant is that center gives you the "thunk".

Would that mean that you can't get that sound unless you are hitting center ball, or very close to it?

I've never heard it called that before, but think I know what you mean. When someone is shooting well, you can hear it. It's like the opposite of a miscue. Do you know why it sounds different? I assume it has something to do with the cue's movement being in line with the cue when it contacts the...

Thanks for the reply, CJ. It's good to hear that from a high caliber player, and I'm sure there are many more that would agree with you. I believe that the loose grip is often taught in an effort to combat steering of the cue, so there is some merit to it, especially for a beginner. I think the...

This reminds me of something I've been playing around with a bit. I've been playing for over 10 years and have always had a loose grip. The prevailing wisdom on the matter says that's a good thing, but I think that there are times where my grip is too loose. So loose, in fact, that the cue is...

This is one of the funniest things I've seen on AZ in a while. I'm right there with ya. My self-image is still 18 years old, but my reflection is 33. :o

I hope that when you say you are "playing" on tables that tight, you just mean that you are practicing on them. I also frequently practice on a tight table, but don't consider play on anything that plays much tighter than a 4.5" Diamond a good indicator of someone's overall pool game. I can't...

I have one and can say that it jumps pretty effortlessly, but I can say the same about most dedicated jump cues. It does seem like the CB settles down after landing more quickly with the Mezz than when I used someone else's jump cue, but that may just be because I've tuned my jump stroke for my...

In handicapped leagues, I have usually been the strongest player on the team, and in non-handicapped leagues, I have usually been the captain. Both situations usually result in playing more matches. I have never made a big deal of it, but I understand how it can be irritating to feel like you...