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  1. dr_dave

    Parallel vs BHE vs tuck and roll vs "intuitive" English vs whatever else you use.

    I don’t have a dedicated video on parallel English, but I do have an explanation here: parallel English resource page
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    Parallel vs BHE vs tuck and roll vs "intuitive" English vs whatever else you use.

    For those interested, this technique is covered in detail here: swoop/swipe stroke
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    Good Books to Learn From

    You’re welcome. I aim to swerve (literally). 🤓
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    Parallel vs BHE vs tuck and roll vs "intuitive" English vs whatever else you use.

    This video covers and evaluates many different approaches to aiming with sidespin:
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    Good Books to Learn From

    See: recommended pool instructional books
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    New WPA Official Rules of Pool … Learn About All the Changes

    FYI, the WPA finally updated the rules and regulations files on their website, so now all the changes are totally official. Here are the new documents: WPA Rules of Play WPA Rule Regulations
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    "Lock and load" the shoulder to control movement?

    I am glad you are finding my stuff helpful. I hope it makes a difference for you.
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    "Lock and load" the shoulder to control movement?

    For those interested, this technique is discussed and demonstrated in several places on this page: elbow and shoulder issues resource page
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    Most Amazing Pro BANK SHOTS of All Time

    Thank you, and you're welcome. I aim to swerve. 🤓
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    Most Amazing Pro BANK SHOTS of All Time

    One shot I neglected to include was SVB's jump-two-rail-bank-combo against Alex: Can you guys think of any other famous or impressive shots that should have been included in my pro bank shot compilation (9-ball, 10-ball, or 8-ball)?
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    Most Amazing Pro BANK SHOTS of All Time

    Thank you for posting this. That would have been good to include (even though it wasn't 9-ball, 10-ball, or 8-ball). I've added it to Filler's list here: great pool shots video collection
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    Most Amazing Pro BANK SHOTS of All Time

    The Magicians definitely make videos like this more entertaining,
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    Most Amazing Pro BANK SHOTS of All Time

    Agreed. Many shots that make it into videos like this are not always “high percentage.”
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    Most Amazing Pro BANK SHOTS of All Time

    Agreed. That was a special shot. I also included it in my SVB Tribute video since it was such a great shot:
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    Most Amazing Pro BANK SHOTS of All Time

    FYI, I just posted a new video that presents a categorized collection of the best banks shots ever from 9-ball, 10-ball, and 8-ball pro pool tournament matches. Check it out: Contents: 0:00 - Intro 0:16 - Position Plays 0:57 - Two-Way Shots 1:52 - Jump Banks 2:21 - Multiple-Rail...
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    8 Ball Break - Hitting the 2nd Ball

    Here another pertinent quote from the 8-ball break resource page: If bridging from the side rail using a rail bridge, which is recommended, place the CB as far from the rail as possible to get the cue more level while creating the desired bridge/stroke length (longer is better if you can...
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    Table Difficulty Factor (TDF) for measuring table "toughness"

    Sounds like a fun challenge. I doubt I can find the time for it, but I will try. If not, hopefully others will give it a try and report their results here.
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    Table Difficulty Factor (TDF) for measuring table "toughness"

    For those interested in how the TDF factor weights were chosen, see the "How were the values and ranges chosen for each of the TDF factors?" section here: Table Difficulty Factor (TDF) System
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    Table Difficulty Factor (TDF) for measuring table "toughness"

    Thank you for your opinions, but I obviously disagree. I hope others will also share their experiences. The difficulty level of different tables obviously depends on the player and the game being played, but big pockets certainly make life easier for most people. Although, if you play good...
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    Table Difficulty Factor (TDF) for measuring table "toughness"

    And the results seem mostly consistent with experience. That has certainly been the case for all tables I have evaluated.
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