In 8 ball on a 9 foot table I usually break center table right on the kitchen line and hit the 1 ball square. My normal bridge length when potting balls is the recommended 6" to 8" length. The only time I use a long bridge is when I'm stretching instead of using a mechanical bridge. Today, while practicing my break, for no apparent reason I extended my bridge to about 12" to 16". I was surprised but it seemed more effective in making balls on the break.
I ran a search on this forum but could only come up with a paragraph from Dr. Dave (Colo.StateU):
" "Smoother acceleration is possible, especially when using more power. Not as much force will be required over the longer distance to achieve a desired cue speed. The stroke will tend to be jerkier and usually more susceptible to errors with a shorter bridge, requiring larger forces over the shorter distance to achieve the desire cue speed."
I would appreciate any input on this subject - is a longer break bridge more effective in making balls? That also raises the question should I be using a longer bridge on other particular shots?
I ran a search on this forum but could only come up with a paragraph from Dr. Dave (Colo.StateU):
" "Smoother acceleration is possible, especially when using more power. Not as much force will be required over the longer distance to achieve a desired cue speed. The stroke will tend to be jerkier and usually more susceptible to errors with a shorter bridge, requiring larger forces over the shorter distance to achieve the desire cue speed."
I would appreciate any input on this subject - is a longer break bridge more effective in making balls? That also raises the question should I be using a longer bridge on other particular shots?
