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Could a player in the main rotation games conceivably be a threat if he was a B-level offensive player but was the best safety player and kicker in the world? Think of this player playing racks something like this. Due to his subpar offensive play, he gets out of line often mid-rack, like most...

While smashing an idiotic argument from a notable blowhard in another thread, I found some interesting stats about pool television drawing power, specifically in Asia: - 20 million Filipinos tuned into both the '06 and '07 World Championship Final. Worth mentioning is that the tournament was...

Finally, after 20 some years, getting around to converting the garage to a game room. I currently have a 9 foot Brunswick Heirloom from the 80's. Nice table, with 1.25" 3 piece slate, but I'd really like to own a Gold Crown (budget doesn't allow for the latest and greatest Diamond). Problem is...

Was reading an older thread that was talking about how there's not enough risk taking and creative shotmaking (because of the fact that missing one ball can mean losing the match) in professional pool these days. Even CJ dislikes the conservative play in rotation games and wants to see a return...

pool or a specific pool player? In all my years of watching the network, I've never seen the slightest mention of any billiard sport or player on Sportscenter, Outside the Lines, etc. I think I read Danny Basavich was interviewed on First Take, but I didn't catch it. Besides, that's a fringe...

"The Color of Money." No, not a remake of Scorsese's film, but a film that remains faithful to the book. For those who haven't read it or might not know, Scorsese's film is a completely different story altogether. In Tevis's book, there's no Vincent, Carmen, or Grady Seasons. Eddie is not a...

Just got in yesterday and finished watching it about an hour ago. Better than I thought. First off, this is a bare-bones independent production and it won't be for everyone. For the film buffs out there, think Cassavetes, Larry Clark, early Scorsese, and early Altman. It's rough, gritty...

Funny thing happened tonight. In my practice sessions, I usually devote some time to this shot, hitting it around 50 times. Since I've picked up the game again in Nov., I haven't enjoyed any kind of consistency with it. It's a sighting problem that has been hard for me to correct. I aim by...

that pool doesn't? I'm with the poster who is angered by the discrepency in payouts to pro golfers vs. that of pro pool players, which can foster a skewed perspective that Gold is a much greater game than pool. I like Golf, but I'm not an enthusiast, and I know many here are passionate about...

Taking a cue from the "I practice great, but..." thread, I'm wondering if any of you have encountered a player who is of world class talent when playing for fun or small stakes, but can't find that same level in a tournament or a money match with significant stakes. I've always been fascinated...

Wondering if any of you guys know Danny Allen? When I frequented F. Galindo's room, "Gold Ball" here in San Bernardino years ago, he was a fixture and as far as I know, probably the second best player in that room behind Francisco. He was bald, somewhat hyper and cussed a lot when things...

regarding cue sports? I'd like to ask our European neighbors and any "Yanks" in the know why cue sports are very popular over there while suffering for even the smallest recognition here. For instance, SVB is having a great year, would make a great story, but ESPiN and other similar outlets...

Okay, we all know about the great roadmen, champions, hustlers, even the backers, but how about a shout out for the unsung heroes of high-stakes pool: The Muscle. What's a 120 pound hustler to do if his opponent stiffs him? Without Muscle, that ten pack he put up to win 5k means nothing...

Looking at the old thread where Gerry converted half his garage to a room, I'm considering doing the same. My garage is quite big and I'm thinking of dividing it in half with a wall, using the other side for that "garage" stuff :) My greatest concern is how to get heating and cooling in there...

In the Poolhall Junkies thread, I talked briefly about this film. For those of you interested, here's a trailer: http://www.chalkfilm.org/ You can also buy the DVD via Paypal (Can't get this on Netflix or buy it at Best Buy). I haven't seen it, but Ebert gave it 3 stars and the other of...

(Who's :) )I have an old sneaky I bought years ago that I can't identify. It's fairly common, since I've seen the logo on many house cues, which is an Elk or a Buck framed by a triangle. Anyone know?

Hi Guys, As some of you may know, I'm looking for a new cue so I thought I'd ask your opinions since many here have hit with a lot of different cues Doing some research, I noticed a lot of players like a stiff hit/shorter taper for control and consistency. I've shot with nothing but gradual...

Hi Guys, Thanks for all your help in my past "recommend a cue" threads, but after some thought and a little bit of PokerStars fortune, I've decided to bump up my budget to around 350-450. Doing some searches, I've seen many recommendations for Mezz and their standard low-deflection shafts. I'm...

I'm still looking for my new cue. Haven't been able to pull the trigger yet. I found this Lucasi on BW, and it really caught my eye: http://www.billiardwarehouse.com/cues/lucasi/lucasi-bw-1.htm It's between this and a Schmelke Coco. sneaky with some added custom options. Any thoughts?

I know this question has been asked a number of times, but the search feature is down. Looking for a new cue ball, and I was wondering if the measles is of that much better quality to warrant double the price than the standard Aramith Super pro or the red dot. FWIW, I have Centennials. Any...