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Good post. I'd definitely like to see some modern testing. KMRUNOUT

This really is a great idea. Very nice post. KMRUNOUT Sent from my iPhone using AzBilliards Forums

I would just like to correct this part. I've played on several of Mike Zuglan's tournaments, including Turning Stone a few times. I believe I may have mischaracterized his position on this issue. The rule for his tour is to rack for your opponent. You can certainly request a re-rack. Among...

Many many many people value the break shot as it is. They enjoy it, practice it, and want it to be a skillful shot. Your solution solves the "disagreement" problem, but does not solve the general racking problem. A template does however. As long as people are ok with 9 ball being a runout...

Nick, From the way you talk it sounds like I would get a decent rack from you. I do think you are in the minority. You have, however, pointed out something very important: there needs to be a concrete standard for what constitutes a good rack. I'm really not sure what would have ever given...

I'm surprised your not considering that *most* people want to give a good rack. The problem is that many well intentioned people simply lack the knowledge of what a good rack even is, or lack the skill or discipline to produce that. That includes a huge number of tournament directors I've...

I agree with this one. Generally speaking it allows for a large position zone to play for the other balls. Also, unless you are straight in on a ball in the side, you are typically going to a rail and possibly moving a distance with the cue ball. Better to do that when there are plenty of...

Excellent point! Well said. KMRUNOUT

This would require a very specific definition of what "good" is. I've had plenty of people that barely know which end of the cue to use declare a rack "good" that was a complete disaster. There is no "thinks it's good". There are either gaps, or there are not gaps. Until someone offers...

Marek, It sounds great. Hard to argue with this. The only issue I can see is that many tournaments in the states are not so organized, and take place in pool halls. Since you have a wide variety of people bashing balls around on the tables throughout the week, it must take some time and...

People were ignorant of a lot of things pool related back then. In the 80's, all the rack information was not widely known. Now we know. We can't go back in time. We can't unlearn what we have learned. Applying principles from before new information came to light to address a time after it...

Like a push out lol. KMRUNOUT

Not even look at it? Is that how people approach going into the stack in straight pool? No look for a dead ball...just hit and hope? I disagree with your post on a number of levels. First of all, if reducing the time racking is your overriding goal, rack your own achieves that in most cases...

Tap tap well said sir. KMRUNOUT Sent from my iPhone using AzBilliards Forums

I've owned a Jacoby with the extension for years and absolutely love it. I've used nothing better. However, I've tried a LOT of jump cues and for me the Hanshew is the equal of the Jacoby. The build quality of the Hanshew may even be a bit better. Both are amazing and I don't think you can...

Your question needs clarification. Are you asking on which table you might be most likely to establish a personal best high run or something? Or are you asking on which table are you more likely to win? My point is what is your definition of "harder"? For example, I'm a decent amateur...

By rack one dead, do you mean "a tight rack"? A good frozen 9 ball rack broken square from the correct spot...the corner ball is dead every time. I haven't read this whole thread, but this one comment seems to involve some confusion about the nature of a 9 ball rack. When I rack for myself, I...

Ah gotcha. Yes it seems to be functioning ok. Its just that it is poor resolution. As bad or worse than Sunday. That tells me it is likely that it is "working as intended", which is even more disappointing than it not working correctly. KMRUNOUT

I'm not concerned with freezing. I'm concerned with low resolution. The stream I purchased looked to be a really nice 240p type resolution. Edges of balls, rails, etc. were all very blocky and low res. I have a ridiculously fast internet connection and a very nice modern desktop computer...

I haven't watched. Although the previous comments about stream quality being totally ignored is not a good sign. Not sure who or where to give feedback or get support. Anyone know? Thanks, KMRUNOUT Sent from my iPhone using AzBilliards Forums