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Back in the day when I frequented the taverns on a regular basis I often played a game within the game. I had a habit of playing the balls in in order such as 1 through 8, or 9 through 15 then the 8 ball when I played against someone on a lower level than I was. It would be more of a challenge...

After 18 years of retirement a friend talked me into playing pool again. My first open tournament that is held once or twice a month at a local bar/pool hall I fell flat on my face and was given a 397 rating. I have shot in 3 tournaments since and each time working my way closer to the money...

So far my favorite tip is the Ivory Medium. Does anyone here have experience with the Ivory soft? Wondering how well they keep their shape.

I have been using the Ultraskin Ivory medium tip and really like it. It holds it's shape well, holds chalk well, doesn't need much attention, and I like the feel and sound on contact. I will be trying the Fire medium next to see how it performs.

Just wondering what kind of in store specials they offer as well as what kind of discounts they offer on surface blemished cues?

Understanding Cue Shaft Flexibility To understand why a whippy cue shaft can create more spin on the cue ball, we need to break down several key concepts related to cue mechanics, including flexibility, energy transfer, and tip contact. 1. Definition of Whippy Cues A whippy cue is characterized...

Understanding Cue Tip Softness and Spin To understand how a soft cue tip can increase the amount of spin on a cue ball, we need to break down the mechanics of how the cue tip interacts with the cue ball during a shot. 1. Contact Time and Friction When a player strikes the cue ball with a soft...

I have not played competitive pool since around 2006 at which time I would say I was probably a 520 player compared to todays fargo rating. I recently started playing again at a friends pool room and am shooting a little under people in the 520 rating but improving as the rust falls off. I...

Tonight I played in my first Fargo reporting tournament and I realize that 200 games are needed to establish a true rating. My question is this - can I still play in Fargo sanctioned tournaments even though I am at beginner rating? I don't shoot league anymore but plan to start shooting in a...

Has anyone tried all 3 of the Ultraskin styles? I have the Ivory Medium on my regular player and really like the results so far, but am wondering how the Fire Medium compares to it? I have a Black Medium on my cheap break cue and am getting good action from the cue ball with it. I have a Black...

Going through my pool supplies from the 90's I came across 3 LePro tips and either a Champion or Crown?? It has a red pad on the bottom and the pad itself has two little holes in it. Any help identifying appreciated.

I believe the Meucci I have was made in the mid or late1990's ?? It is the 97-11 and has a Rainbow stained birdseye maple forearm. It was made for and sold through Mueller Pool and Darts catalog. It is similar to the HOF 1 but is a bright Rainbow stained instead of grey stained. Any idea what...

Years ago I used to buy Elkmaster tips and work them up with a pliers until they were spongy before putting them on my cue. They almost had the feel of using a rubber tip and the amount of spin I could produce on the cue ball was crazy... especially when doing masse shots.

I have been looking at a couple different cues lately as I would like to replace my original cue from the 70's, and would also like to get a Break/Jump cue. I will probably purchase a cheaper McDermott to use as a backup/second cue that I can use for everyday play and keep my Meucci for...

I currently have one of the Ultraskin medium Ivory tips on my cue and appreciate the feel and amount of english I can achieve with it. I ordered a variety of the Ultraskins and will be experimenting with them. I also have one of the Bulletproof tips on the way which is scheduled to arrive...

The first cue I ever bought was an Eckes cue made a few miles from here in Marshfield back in the mid 70's. I still have that cue as well as the Meucci 97-11 I bought around 2000 (give or take a few years) My Meucci 97-11 was a cue that was made for and sold by Mueller sporting goods. It has a...

Does anyone know if Schmelke Cues is still in business? I see some distributors have their cues for sale, but I have been unable to contact Schmelke through email and their website is down.

I will be placing an order in a few days and would like a little info from someone familiar with all 3 types. I tend to use a lot of english and am wondering how the three different tips compare to each other? How well do they hold up without mushrooming? (especially the soft and very soft) What...