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I have a number of McDermotts, a couple of Schons, and a custom cue. I would sell or trade anything I have except for the McDermott D-19. There's something I just love about that cue. I use to play with it but had it refinished and now just look at it. My player now is a Schon Ltd SC-221...

For those of you that think $70 is a little pricey, I say, you get what you pay for. I have already made changes in my stance and pre shot routine and have seen immediate results, much to the chagrin of my pool playing buddy. I'm a year older than the price of this book, you're never too old...

This is so true. I tell myself to stop thinking about the shot when i am down in the shooting position. I just don't know how to shut it off. It's like, when standing, I figure out what I want to do, then when I am down, I am questioning myself as to whether I am really on for the shot. I...

Elbow I struggle with delivering a straight stroke consistently. The other day, I set up a mirror at the end of the table. What I saw was an elbow that was not in alignment with the rest of my body. It was hit or miss and if I didn't have the mirror I wouldn't have known how bad it was. I'd...

Should treat people that steal cues like they did horse thieves in the "Old Wild West". Hang the bastards. Probably a little overboard but I hate thieves. What's that you say? Cruel and unusual punishment? Too bad!!!!

Have you ever wondered why a male would choose to be a proctologist over being a gynecologist? Is it the money, geography, or something else?

I have PMed CJ on a number of occasions and he has always gotten back to me. He not only sells a product but he will help you if you have any questions. I bought something from someone else and I was having a problem understanding part of it. I was not satisfied with this person's short and...

That's funny. I'm in the same boat. Just heard a story about a woman telling her doctor she was regular. She told him she had a movement at 5:00 AM every day. The doctor said that was amazing, then she said, "but I don't get up until 6:00".

I don't know how many of you are baseball fans, but lets take a look at my favorite team, the Boston Red Sox. They were pitiful in the 2012 season, coming in last in their division. They got rid of a few high priced players, brought in players that were known for being great in the club house...

Seeing where it's the Christmas season, I'm feeling generous, I'll give anyone of them that wants to play, the 8, or maybe the 7 or the 6. Merry Christmas girls, you sure brightened up my day.

I would have to say, that in reading the time of the average response, Earl has already run the rack. He never ceases to amaze me. 'Long live the Pearl'.

Speaking of Jean Balukas, I wish there was some way of getting her to come back to the game. You talk about one of the greatest ever, that's Jean.

I have always used a damp cloth and an iron. I don't know how this would work on a laminated shaft, I've never tried.

I always spend a certain amount of time shooting left handed when I am practicing. Like anything else, it's real difficult when first starting out. However stick with it and you'll be surprised at your progress. It really comes in handy at times.

I don't know how old you are, I'm past 70 and everything tends to ache after extended periods of time on the table. However, a good night's sleep usually cures the problem.

I think the USA fielded a great team. If anything was lacking, it was probably motivation and the desire to win. So, for the 2014 Mosconi Cup, I would hire Lou Holz to captain the team. Get the team together a couple of weeks ahead of time and have daily meetings with motivational speeches by...

I think Earl is probably one of the best players to ever play the game. I do not like it when he acts out. I wish the referee would take control of a match. The first comment would be to the crowd. No flashbulbs or cell phones. Also something should be mentioned about outrageous behavior or...

The one thing that I hate to hear when someone has just lost their match, is any form of an excuse. Yes, you can have a really bad day and not play up to your potential. However, when you get beat, it is usually by a better player. Notice I said usually. If it goes hill/hill and someone gets...

Thanks CJ CJ, you have enhanced my game considerably. For that, I am very grateful. I wish you and yours a very Happy Thanksgiving. Go easy on the stuffing.

Great advice Fran! I would like to add that you can also learn from watching others. Monday night I was watching a rack running player in 9 ball. He was taking his time on each and every shot. When he got down to shoot the 9, which was a fairly easy cut shot, he hurried the shot, forgetting...