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    quitting smoking and pool

    As mentioned the craving only last a few minutes & its the other stuff in cigs that are most harmful not the nicotine. Google e-cig forum lots of help there including vendors etc. I use one & have cut my nicotine level way back. I tried other ways but it never worked. Give it a try, I quit...
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    WRISTS - The "hidden power catalyst" of a great stroke or "just along for the ride"?

    I agree with you CJ, that's the way I deliver the cue. Likewise its a smooth transition & no snapping motion. I think some feel they snap but a smooth transition is likely the reason. A deliberate snap IMO is not desirable or as effective as its a forced motion. Of course the silent killer is...
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    10 Footer's At The Classic Pockets don't take much more than center pocket

    I agree with Lee, it looks like the pockets accept balls very well. With new slick cloth they play soft for now. Like all Diamonds though in due time they will be a challenge. Doesn't apply to Diamonds only, all tables tighten up with worn cloth. Rod
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    What's more common?

    Maybe a silver dollar flipped high in the air. A coin has to land on the table. Personally I'd rather lag but to help speed up tournaments a flip is ok. It depends on house or tourney rules but BCA says you lag for the break. I suppose you could contest a coin toss & try to enforce the rule book...
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    Watching TAR technical details

    If you use Firefox & ad block + it should not be a problem. I agree though Ustream is turning into a piece of shet. Rod
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    "Taper Roll"

    Sure if its slight. 12.5 to 13mm is .020 appx. If it is a taper roll - meaning out of round - and no more than .010 out of round it will clean up. Rod
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    do we have to win every time?

    Fun --- hell its a war out there. You can either win or have a droopy tail and moan about it all you want. Personally I want to win but if I don't I do not carry it with me. Its usually some stupid mistake, so I live to fight another day. Or sometimes you get out played, shake the guys hand &...
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    "Taper Roll"

    Taper roll is uneven sanding as in a flat spot on a shaft. The shaft is not round. Rod
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    Taper roll/warp/does it matter??

    No the Wiki does not need an update on those terms. Yes a warp is a warp but a taper roll is like a flat spot on the taper, uneven sanding etc. The problem is sellers grew fond of the term. So rather than say warped (which does not favor the seller) they call it taper roll. I"d say even if its...
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    "Taper Roll"

    Its just a good way of saying (favors the seller) that the shaft is warped! Which would you rather hear - its warped .020 or it has a taper roll? Lets not forget usually they never put a number on how far its out, just that it has a taper roll. A taper roll does exist but in most cases that's...
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    John Schmidt Poll

    Only because you brought it up! :rolleyes: I heard he whined some - typical for many pool players Rod
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    My cue shafts keep warping

    I think this could be cue related. What kind or who made the cues are we talking about here? If the wood is not seasoned they can warp. Its natural for wood to move some in humid conditions. But if its a big warp, humidity & inferior wood is a bad combination. Keep them inside for a few days &...
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    Longest Extreme Draw Shot Recorded

    There are tons of players that can draw two lengths. I think Nevil probably has the strongest draw stroke 1 or two handed. Rod
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    A mini pool related get away ....suggestions please

    Well we are short a beach but lakes are near by, perhaps take her Bass fishing? :grin: Lots of sun, no worries about that in an hour you'll be roasted! Carry on --- Rod
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    What level are tournament green fees usually at?

    NO its not the norm. Some places I might pay slightly higher green fees if the tables are well kept, a decent menu, good service & clean restrooms. The norm is closer to $3 per player with a $10 entry but usually its more than 8 players. Here we have a few two day events & the green fees are...
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    What's the best worst-performing over-rated cue that people love to hate?

    plus 2 in my book! some peeps just like to hear their lips flap :grin: Rod
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    Optic Calculation

    The missing part for me is astigmatism. It should give the best power option but that's it. They make hand held lenses about two inches around instead of binoculars. I just looked thru a couple today after my eye exam. Looked great but I also had my contact script changed as well. I do not play...
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    One Pocket Breaks

    Sometimes I use the 2nd ball if conditions are sticky. Its not as effective as a reg break but when its sticky it may pay to do so. Especially getting a tight rack & a corner ball leaks out & gives up a shot. Kick breaks are seldom effective, usually its a fairly easy escape. Rod
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    Predator Users, Input needed!

    If you want less english just use less offset or if you want more, use more offset its that simple. I understand if you don't like how a tip feels but changing tips for an rpm or two isn't how its done. An accurate stroke is how its done. Rod
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    Swerve question

    I agree with Bob & I think when the lines cross is relative to speed first & distance for a given speed. Rod
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