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Gdub1717

Gdub1717

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I don’t own a table but am lucky enough theres a good pool hall less than 10 minutes from my house. I plan on practicing/playing at least three days a week for 2-3 hours at a time. Right now my billiards 1x1 hard case contains my playing cue (2022 Viking B2001) with the standard v-pro shaft and Lepro medium tip, my last 4 ever nickel shaper/scuffer, my Kamui glove since chalk is not acceptable there and a small towel. I haven’t seen the need for anything else but I wanted your opinions if there’s anything essential missing from my bag. Thanks
 
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I don’t own a table but am lucky enough theres a good pool hall less than 10 minutes from my house. I plan on practicing/playing at least three days a week for 2-3 hours at a time. Right now my billiards 1x1 hard case contains my playing cue (2022 Viking B2001) with the standard v-pro shaft and Lepro medium tip, my last 4 ever nickel shaper/scuffer, my Kamui glove since chalk is not acceptable there and a small towel. I haven’t seen the need for anything else but I wanted your opinions if there’s anything essential missing from my bag. Thanks
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Chalk is not acceptable? Do you mean powder? I always keep some powder in my case and use it sparingly.
 
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I recommend tipping the staff every time. It will go a long way. They might "forget" some of your table time after while.

Find a friendly regular/mentor who enjoys shooting and interested in getting better and if possible set a regular schedule to play.

Not whats in your case, but how you act and with who at the hall will make all the difference. Those are my suggestions.

Good luck.
 
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You absolutely need:

-Custom cue, at least $2500 in value.
-Carbon fiber shaft
-Custom Jump cue
-Custom break cue
-Kamuii chalk
-Shaft cleaner
-Gloves. Most play with only one glove, but they are only half as good as anyone with two.
-At least four tip tools
-Your own cueball. Better if you just carry an entire set of Aramith Pro balls.
-Pool shoes.
-APA patches--be legit, yo.
-Shaft burnisher
-A second custom cue, just in case.

Seriously, carry enough cash to cover food/drinks/table time. A cue--you can break with your playing cue, it doesn't really hurt a tip. If your shaft feels sticky, wipe it down with a damp paper towel and burnish it with a dry paper towel--the brown ones in most restrooms are excellent for smoothing shafts. That's it.

Oh, remember to wear pants, your tighty whities will draw attention.
 
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