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    Billard games

    Hi there, I have been enjoying my new Black Crown II pool table with my kids. I bought it so we could play as a family. So far, we have been playing 8 ball, 9 ball and cut throat. Are there any other games anyone would recommend? One pocket does not interest me. We also play snooker (my 10 year...
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    Pool table covers

    I wanted to know if people cover their pool tables? It is a nightly event and sometimes a pain. I know the main purpose is to keep dust off of it. Any comments appreciated.
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    What lines/markings for new simonis install?

    Hi, I am getting new Simonis Tournament Blue 860 on my table and was looking for suggestions on what lines I should put on it. I have a 9 foot table and play 8 ball and snooker. Would you do the lines, dots and semi circle or do the least markup possible? Thanks.
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    What type of balls should I buy?

    Hi, I am a newer billiards player and my son and I are addicted. We bought our second table (Canada Billiards Black Crown II) which came with Simonis 860. I had a previous set from our import table and did not know that they are more prone to leaving burn marks. I am trying to decide on...
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    Commercial tables and home tables

    I have a Canada Billiards Black Crown. It is a nice table and looks similar to a GC and seems to be very nicely built. Comes with simonis 860 and master speed cushions (which I believe are k66???? - anyone know for sure?). http://www.canadabillard.com/black_crown_ii/p2018.aspx My wife wanted...
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    Cue advice

    I need to invest in some decent, but inexpensive cues. I used the Cuetec Typhoon at a pool hall and liked it as did my wife. My wife and I are just beginning to enjoy our new table. The cues that came with it have an 8 ball in the handle. Some are dufferin as well (from 17 ounce to 21 ounce). I...
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    New table install - mechanic did not wax seam

    Hi, I bought a new 9 foot table earlier this month and during the install, I asked the mechanic if slate seams were to be waxed or sealed. He said "not required" as first time table being installed. He said there wouldn't be any gap or anything. He indicated when slate installed again (if...
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    Canada Billiards Black Crown

    Hi all, this is my first post on this site and I have become addicted to billiards I had a Chinese table for a couple of years (8 foot) and after playing on 9 footers at pool halls, began resenting my old table. I bought a Black Crown (as Diamonds are hard to come by in Ontario and Gold Crowns...
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    Canada Billiards Black Crown

    Hi all, this is my first post on this site and I have become addicted to billiards :) I had a Chinese table for a couple of years (8 foot) and after playing on 9 footers at pool halls, began resenting my old table. I bought a Black Crown (as Diamonds are hard to come by in Ontario and Gold...
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