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Yikes! I am way dumber. :( -td

Comparing top of the line ball sets to the bottom of the barrel isn't really an accurate comparison. You could that type of analysis with anything and make the premium product sound suspect. Pool, golf, tools, watches, cars, whatever. A better comparison would be top-tier vs top-tier...

IMO, the market for $700+ pool balls is very limited. You could indeed make a small profit, but it might be a while. I think they play well, but really not much better than any other set. So, I guess I see not using them. Meh, just use them. You have them already! -td

I use mine. They’re on the table now.

I didn't interpret your question as contentious. It's actually a good question. The rules permit pattern racking, and this pattern is very good for a ghost challenge. I think I got it from Corey or one of the other pros that pattern rack. I find that it can improve run out percentage...

I'm not sure it's a burn mark. What chalk are you using? Are you sure you can't clean it off? I strongly suspect the "lines" you are seeing are residual chalk lines. Maybe use a lightly damp cloth and try to wipe the table down? The are a couple reasons I'm suggesting it's not a burn mark...

I guess the end of the year is a good time to update my 9-ball ghost attempt. Normal [not pro]. 10-0. Was 9-0 and I decided to give it one more. Video is below. 4X speed also below for those that don't want to stare at a 28 minute video. 9' Diamond. Pro cut pockets. Original cloth -...

Jay - what are the odds you have a signed Efren ball? I suppose I can wait to get one on his next trip to the US, but figured I'd ask. -td

They are both good but you won't use it as much as you think. You could save the extra money if that's a key consideration. Also, PPB integrates with Poolbilliards.co from your phone so you can do drills just by browsing the web. It's a nice feature and one that I use the most. -td

I understand that one of the PBB folks left and started the ICA with PBB tech. That said, I wasn't involved and just heard it second hand. I'm sure there's more to the story and folks can probably call both PBB and ICA to find out if they are interested in getting details. -td

PPB is the way to go. Integrates with Poolbilliards.co for drills. Lots of content. The system isn't the expensive part, it's the projector. You want a bright pool table which means you need a brighter projector. That adds some $. FWIW, I recall that there was some backstory to the ICA...

There was a guy that sold the short end on eBay. I bought a few a while back. They came with a pin and you just screw it into your shaft. Or you could get a blank one and put your own pin in it. Here's a radial one I have lying around. [edit: it was Fisher cues, called the Shorty Jump...

Thanks, Hu! Hope all is well! -td

G'dam. Even Gape Owin... Someone put a stop to it.

Yes. On Etsy. https://www.etsy.com/shop/OverThought3D

I literally designed a 3D printed chalk holder for this exact reason. It has spacers that push the chalk up and let you use it to the bitter end. No more using coins for me! I also integrated a ball marker into the holder, but it comes in handy once in a blue moon. -td

Thanks (again) for the insightful writeup! The only thing I would add from the remove view perspective: I'm glad Matchroom is trying different things to attract viewers. Having a tik tok live feed was pretty interesting. I understand what they're trying to do and it was probably great for...

Agreed. I've been around pool for decades and this doesn't offend me in the slightest. Here's just a small spattering of examples, including Mosconi Teams, SVB, Biado, etc. 2023 Mosconi 2022 Mosconi 2021 Mosconi 2022 World 9-ball 2021 World 9-ball [commentator: “…staying...

Pool was in the crapper for decades and now it’s not. New blood. New world. New celebrations. Good for him AND the sport.