I'm looking to get a new set of balls that play well. Which do you all prefer and why? Thanks for any input....
Cyclop, Super Aramith, or Centennial Balls?
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I'm thinking of Cyclop, Brunswick Centennial, or Super Aramith Pro....
asiasdad
Banned
As much as I like my centennials, I have to admit these are the best
out there:
http://www.amazon.com/Aramith-Tournament-Ball-Set/dp/B004AA22XY
out there:
http://www.amazon.com/Aramith-Tournament-Ball-Set/dp/B004AA22XY
While I use Centennials (I got a good deal on them), I have had both the Aramith Premium and Pro sets.
In terms of value, the Aramith Premier and Premium's are excellent balls. This is what I would buy as replacements for my Centennials if I wanted a good deal. Playablity wise, in my opinion the expensive sets like the Pro and Centennials are in the same category as the "Emporer's New Clothes". I can't tell the difference between the upscale, expensive balls and the lesser expensive alternatives. I see no reason to use Cyclop's with all the good choices out there from Aramith.
The main thing is to play with a decent set of balls that are not well used, worn out, etc. The average set of used pool room balls should be thrown out and can't even compare to a new set of the cheap balls.
In terms of value, the Aramith Premier and Premium's are excellent balls. This is what I would buy as replacements for my Centennials if I wanted a good deal. Playablity wise, in my opinion the expensive sets like the Pro and Centennials are in the same category as the "Emporer's New Clothes". I can't tell the difference between the upscale, expensive balls and the lesser expensive alternatives. I see no reason to use Cyclop's with all the good choices out there from Aramith.
The main thing is to play with a decent set of balls that are not well used, worn out, etc. The average set of used pool room balls should be thrown out and can't even compare to a new set of the cheap balls.
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I'm in the market for a new set, and I'll have to admit that I'm tempted to give the Cyclop set a tumble. The Traditional color set of course. I've read all the pros and cons, and I've just been itching to form my own opinion the old fashion way.
I'd buy a used set of Centennial before Cyclank.
If it ain't made in Belgium, I ain't buying.
If it ain't made in Belgium, I ain't buying.
I'm a huge Aramith head myself, but with Diamond going all in on Cyclop, I'm wondering what all the fuss is about. haven't seen them anywhere to play them locally.The worst that can happen is my two year old has 15 oversized marbles to roll around the basement floor :grin-square:
asiasdad
Banned
The skittle balls nickname quickly changed to skiddle balls
in my area for a reason. I cannot imagine any difference in the traditional
color set. I'm glad someone took my set off my hands.
You're a good dad
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I was listening to an interview with Diamond and Cyclop. They were saying that they use the same recipe from the Centennial Balls to make the Cyclop Balls. Don't know... Here it is below:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2bxBqVyQnSw
Aramith tourneys are the best they make, in my opinion and in Aramith's as well. I've got the Super Aramith Pros too, but the tournament set is better. Nice, classic look too.
http://www.saluc.com/html/billiard/index.php?idlien=41
http://www.saluc.com/html/billiard/index.php?idlien=41
Lol .... I almost needed mine to read your post!
Made me laugh. Just having a little fun w the OP.
Super Aramith Pro Cup TV, because of the matched measles ball.
The Tournament look better, but usually are rather expensive; the Supers you can get used or almost-new readily.
The Super Pro simply have a much better contact than the Premium and Premier; by better I mean a very elastic and short contact, where the balls kind of "spring" apart.
The Premium and Premier don't do that and get fine cracks.
It does help with accuracy and consistency.
Cheers!
The Tournament look better, but usually are rather expensive; the Supers you can get used or almost-new readily.
The Super Pro simply have a much better contact than the Premium and Premier; by better I mean a very elastic and short contact, where the balls kind of "spring" apart.
The Premium and Premier don't do that and get fine cracks.
It does help with accuracy and consistency.
Cheers!
