bridge use question
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We had a similar situation recently as well.
Kevin
We had a similar situation recently as well.
Kevin
For 14.1, I usually just double up on bridges to shoot over the stack. That's legal from how I've seen.
Never seen it done, but also never seen a rule against it.
I would think legal.
I would think legal.
per the rules the cue stick is not being used as it is intended
so not legal
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1.3 Player’s Use of Equipment
The equipment must meet existing WPA equipment specifications.* In general, players are not permitted to introduce novel equipment into the game. The following uses, among others, are considered normal. If the player is uncertain about a particular use of equipment, he should discuss it with the tournament management prior to the start of play.* The equipment must be used only for the purpose or in the manner that the equipment was intended. (See 6.17 Unsportsmanlike Conduct.)
(a) Cue Stick – The player is permitted to switch between cue sticks during the match, such as break, jump and normal cues. He may use either a built-in extender or an add-on extender to increase the length of the stick.
(b) Chalk – The player may apply chalk to his tip to prevent miscues, and may use his own chalk, provided its color is compatible with the cloth.
(c) Mechanical Bridges – The player may use up to two mechanical bridges to support the cue stick during the shot. The configuration of the bridges is up to the player. He may use his own bridge if it is similar to standard bridges.
(d) Gloves – The player may use gloves to improve the grip and/or bridge hand function.*
(e) Powder – A player is allowed to use powder in a reasonable amount as determined by the referee.
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so not legal
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1.3 Player’s Use of Equipment
The equipment must meet existing WPA equipment specifications.* In general, players are not permitted to introduce novel equipment into the game. The following uses, among others, are considered normal. If the player is uncertain about a particular use of equipment, he should discuss it with the tournament management prior to the start of play.* The equipment must be used only for the purpose or in the manner that the equipment was intended. (See 6.17 Unsportsmanlike Conduct.)
(a) Cue Stick – The player is permitted to switch between cue sticks during the match, such as break, jump and normal cues. He may use either a built-in extender or an add-on extender to increase the length of the stick.
(b) Chalk – The player may apply chalk to his tip to prevent miscues, and may use his own chalk, provided its color is compatible with the cloth.
(c) Mechanical Bridges – The player may use up to two mechanical bridges to support the cue stick during the shot. The configuration of the bridges is up to the player. He may use his own bridge if it is similar to standard bridges.
(d) Gloves – The player may use gloves to improve the grip and/or bridge hand function.*
(e) Powder – A player is allowed to use powder in a reasonable amount as determined by the referee.
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So would it be legal if you used two bridges? It may come in handy if you could.
Just saw the complete picture. Couldn't that be argued that they were using two bridges like is stated in the rules. We all know there will be some that would press this issue, so I would like to know what to do if I run across something like this in the future.
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I would let it slide, but I would be a little salty inside if it cost me the game afterwards. I'm not concerned to much about WPA rules. The cue is still being used as intended, the intention is the cue is still being used to hit the cue ball.
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Thanks for clarifying that for me.
But the cue stick is not in question, rather the orientation of the second, yet legal, bridge. I don't see anything in rule C that says this isn't legal.
Me too. The rule isn't specific enough.
If someone used that setup playing me, it wouldn't bother me in the least.
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(c) Mechanical Bridges – The player may use up to two mechanical bridges to support the cue stick during the shot. The configuration of the bridges is up to the player.
This part of the rule says the configuration is up to the player, so I would have to interpret that as a legal configuration of two mechanical bridges.
This part of the rule says the configuration is up to the player, so I would have to interpret that as a legal configuration of two mechanical bridges.
I think its a perfectly legal manner in which to use a bridge - or even 8 of them at the same time... a Bridge is intended to be used to aid the player in gainful purchase on a shot. Legal.... I've actually used that in a Tournament with no problem. It's not the kind of thing that pops up very often.
Complaining about something like this is kinda like leaping out of your chair, screaming: "He didn't call the pocket!!!!" on an obvious straight in shot. Gimme a break....(and the 5 out)
Lesh
Complaining about something like this is kinda like leaping out of your chair, screaming: "He didn't call the pocket!!!!" on an obvious straight in shot. Gimme a break....(and the 5 out)
Lesh
If the room had one of these:
there would be no problem.
There is another configuration that is similar except with only one bridge placed across the cushions like the lower bridge in the picture. Then you make a normal hand bridge on top of the handle of the bridge.
Another solution is to use a Russo bridge that allows the heads to lock together to get a very high bridge.
there would be no problem.
There is another configuration that is similar except with only one bridge placed across the cushions like the lower bridge in the picture. Then you make a normal hand bridge on top of the handle of the bridge.
Another solution is to use a Russo bridge that allows the heads to lock together to get a very high bridge.
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Interesting conclusion. A bridge is intended to support the cue stick while shooting a shot.
If you read part c, it clearly states that 2 bridges may be used, and the configuration of the bridges is up to the player. How much more clear could that be.
Clearly legal by that definition.
KMRUNOUT
A sturdy bridge for a jump shot in the middle of the table can be achieved by placing the butt end of a bridge on the cloth and wrapping the bridge hand around it to make a bridge. Not the intended use though.
A 16 or 20 ounce cup works good too turned upside down. Not legal either.
A 16 or 20 ounce cup works good too turned upside down. Not legal either.