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  1. berlowmj

    conflicting advice on 2nd ball break

    Thank you very much. I had a feeling that this person's suggestion was either ignorant or malicious. Thanks for the confirmation. Your consensus gives me renewed confidence in my reliance upon Charley Bond's Great Break Shot book. The edition I bought at Derby City was a real bargain, because...
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    conflicting advice on 2nd ball break

    I have been making some progress taking for granted that I should solidly hit the 2nd ball. I was recently advised that it is preferable to hit between the balls eg 1st & 2nd or 2nd & 3rd. The advice was casual & from an unknown source, so I would appreciate some confirmation from A-Zers upon...
  3. berlowmj

    Phil Capelle?

    Phil Capelle player or just instructor I read his great record as an instructor, but has he competed?
  4. berlowmj

    FS First generation sledgehammer

    phenolic It takes more than a few weeks.
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    Is the Shaft the most important or does the Butt make a difference also?

    Universal Smart shaft (USS) Why did you omit the USS?
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    sledgehammer update

    Seyberts finally straightened the shaft, but I was so impressed by Mike's offer to help out on a cue purchased elsewhere that the next cue I buy will be directly from him.
  7. berlowmj

    Chatroom

    your topic? My question got no response so what do you wish to talk about?
  8. berlowmj

    Chatroom

    There is very little discussion of the Universal Smart Shaft. Where is it made? How does it rank with OB 1 ,Predator etc?
  9. berlowmj

    The hip-hop young crowd

    Blues You must enjoy the Blues music at Bankshot.
  10. berlowmj

    Do Chinese Made Pool Products Also Contain Lead?

    Universal Smart Shaft-Chinese? Does anyone know if it is made here or in China?
  11. berlowmj

    Private Billiard Clubs?

    For those of us with basements too small to accomodate a table, unlimited table time would be cost effective. A club would mean serious players, who do not get drunk & who do not insist on loud music. Equipment would be respected in a setting where players would not even think about putting...
  12. berlowmj

    OB-1 vs. USS

    Where is the USS manufactured? U.S.? China? ...
  13. berlowmj

    Tribute to A-Zers

    Thank you so much for the warning about plateaus! I'm sure that it will save me much grief.
  14. berlowmj

    Tribute to A-Zers

    thanks I appreciate the advice I have received on this forum.
  15. berlowmj

    Tribute to A-Zers

    sincere My statement is sincere. Are you being sarcastic?
  16. berlowmj

    Tribute to A-Zers

    As many of you know, I have been working on my rhythm based upon reading & your indispensable clarification. Tonight, I decided to put my practice to the test of combat. After my wife fell asleep, I went off to the local bar (no other choices) & remained undefeated for about 1.5 hours until...
  17. berlowmj

    balance point on cue

    40 mph power break
  18. berlowmj

    balance point on cue

    Where should it be? Is it different for playing cue vs break cue?
  19. berlowmj

    Arthur Cranfield Straight Pool Bible

    Thank you all. I'm going to buy it used on Amazon.
  20. berlowmj

    bridge length

    My improved rhythm has accelerated my learning curve, however I have noticed that my bridge length is shorter than average. I am wondering whether to make a conscious effort to lengthen it.
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