I agree somewhat...I use either my new sledgehammer, or my DZ s/p with a SUMO water buffalo tip on it. SUMO tips are about as hard as you can get without going phenolic IMO
im using a white diamond jubp break tip.breaks like a 10lb hamer.put alot of spin in the cue if you want it but you have to hit as close to center as you can are it will jump off the table. took alittle bit to learn how to use it but i love it now. jeff
I've tried lots of tips. I strongly recommend the WB brand "black" water buffalo tip. (There is a black one and a reddish one-the black one is harder). This tip is ideal for someone who hits the ball fairly hard (over 20 mph). I have tried the Talisman xtra hard. This tip is pretty good too, but doesn't give the same feel as the water buffalo. Still, I would recommend it. It has lasted years.