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I've been on my table practicing with a practice ball that shows (chalk mark) where you are hitting the cueball. I am putting unwanted right English on the CB. It very consistently comes off the end rail to the right (not a lot, probably an inch or 2). After watching my stroke in the mirror...

Thanks, Steve. I am still interested in getting some instruction from you. I read all your posts here and like the way you approach problems. I am certainly going to try the exercise with the spot shot.

Thanks, Scott. I didn't mean to imply that I used my shoulder muscles. I was just wondering if that might be why my elbow waggles on speed shots. The rest of your suggestions were pertinent and helpful.

Thanks! Lots of great ideas and info. Thank you. I like the gym mat idea because it seems to be relatively inexpensive and effective. One of the main reasons for tightening the pockets is because it is almost impossible to dig an opponent's ball out of his pocket...we're talking really big...

I have an old Gandy Big G. It has Simonis 860 cloth and plays really well. The pockets, however, are buckets and VERY forgiving. I would like to make the pockets smaller. Can this be done with new rails and changing the angle of the pocket cut? I really don't want those spring-loaded shims...

I don't know what else to call it. My arm is in the correct 90 degree angle with the forearm and elbow aligned with the cue/shot. I seem to miss shots because this does not remain steady and in line with the shot on my final stroke. I also tend to "chicken wing" on speed shots such as one...

I am an APA player and I have an account. I don't understand this statement.

I have the same problem going from shooting well on a 9' Diamond and going to a 7' Diamond in the SAME pool hall (same equipment, state of cleanliness, same cueball, etc.). I can be shooting normally at my level or better on the bigt table. I am really prefer the larger tables. I am shooting...

Thanks...duh. These books look very expensive. Any idea what price range he refers to as "worth considering?

Where is w/fs?

Thanks, Ratta. I am watching some really good 8-ball. The Europeans are really professional in their demeanor. Some of that class would help American pool. :) nelldrake@lakemartin.net

Lock N Load: I think your reasons for wanting this information are valid and commendable. However, when you are dealing with people who have widely diverse abilities, desires, funding, and time constraints it is very difficult to quantitatively answer your question. The answer is probably 2...

Yes, I do definitely prefer a 9' table but I was just missing shots that are easy for me (on the 7') and then I think I got frustrated and started shooting too hard which only compounded the problem. Tonight I will think about what I am doing and try to concentrate more on the shots and letting...

I bought one awhile back and mine is yellow, too. I don't like the color but it works fine. I would really rather it be white. If you find out what caused the yellow color and what can be done about it I would appreciate your letting me know. Thanks, nelldrake@lakemartin.net

Thanks, Steve, for responding. To clarify, I was playing on a Diamond 9' and moved to another tavern with 7' Diamonds. Cueballs were identical. This doesn't always happen but it did Thursday night and I really am at a loss as to why my game fell apart. Sometimes I shoot well on the 7'...

You are right, Ratta. I am trying to get better at cueball control (speed, etc.).

I am working on speed control, Grey Ghost, by playing one pocket. BTW I watched one of your one pocket matches on Ustream. You shoot great... I like your hat!

APA on 9' versus 7' tables All of our APA matches are played on 7' Diamonds. You can shoot your match on the 9' (we have two) if the other player agrees but they are accustomed to the 7 footers and are afraid of the 9 footers. (Especially against someone who spends a lot of time playing 14.1...

I sometimes have problems after playing on a 9' table for about four hours then going to the 7' for APA league match. I can be shooting really well (for me) on the 9'. Then when I get on the 7' I can't seem to do well at all. This doesn't always happen but enough to concern me. Can anyone...

Type two copies, I'll sign one. nelldrake@lakemartin.net