CTE Pro One makes no sense to me...

[mohrt]

I bought the CTE video in May 2013 when I started playing again.
I'm not dumb but I couldn't make sense of the video.
I also searched you tube and watched all of the CTE related videos and none of it made any sense.
So I said if there are 7 points on the object ball and 2 possible pivots for each point, that would mean you could generate 14 angles with CTE.
That didn't sound like enough so I created the attached visual.
Just for the limited shots in the diagram, you would need 36 angles.
In reality you need closer to 90.
If someone who knows CTE could tell me the the distinct visuals and pivots, I will try them and probably convert to CTE.
Notice, Center To Edge is always parallel to the long center line.

What you have to get past is that a specific CTE visual does not equate to a specific angle. You can't think in angles with CTE. Every CB/OB position on the table will have a unique physical alignment. For instance:

Take a straight in shot. If it is exactly straight in, a CTEL/C with left pivot, or CTEL/A with right pivot will pocket the ball. Now, move the OB slightly (say 1/4 inch) to the left, so now the shot is not quite straight in. Logic tells you if you apply the same perception, you will likely miss the pocket by a margin, as the straight in no longer applies, yes? Well that is not quite right. The exact same perception/pivot still pockets the ball center pocket. That is because the perception is physically unique for the given CB/OB address. Yes the same perception/pivot applied results in a unique physical ball address, and ultimately still lands at the pocket. The CB/OB orientation affects our perception this way. These things will slowly become understood as you practice the DVD shots and learn the material.

 

[Neil]

What you have to get past is that a specific CTE visual does not equate to a specific angle. You can't think in angles with CTE. Every CB/OB position on the table will have a unique physical alignment. For instance:

Take a straight in shot. If it is exactly straight in, a CTEL/C with left pivot, or CTEL/A with right pivot will pocket the ball. Now, move the OB slightly (say 1/4 inch) to the left, so now the shot is not quite straight in. Logic tells you if you apply the same perception, you will likely miss the pocket by a margin, as the straight in no longer applies, yes? Well that is not quite right. The exact same perception/pivot still pockets the ball center pocket. That is because the perception is physically unique for the given CB/OB address. Yes the same visuals/pivot applied results in a unique physical ball address, and ultimately still lands at the pocket. The CB/OB orientation affects our perception this way. These things will slowly become understood as you practice the DVD shots and learn the material.

Made it a little clearer for you.

 

[Patrick Johnson]

What you have to get past is that a specific CTE visual does not equate to a specific angle. You can't think in angles with CTE. Every CB/OB position on the table will have a unique physical alignment.

Another way to think of this (that might make more sense to you) is that you simply learn to see slightly different visuals for slightly different cut angles based on your practice and experience - a combination of the system and your practice-developed "aiming intuition".

pj
chgo

 

[cookie man]

Another way to think of this (that might make more sense to you) is that you simply learn to see slightly different visuals for slightly different cut angles based on your practice and experience - a combination of the system and your practice-developed "aiming intuition".

pj
chgo

Keep on guessing.

 

[Patrick Johnson]

Keep on guessing.

Keep on wishing.

pj <- I think you get 3
chgo

 

[ENGLISH!]

Another way to think of this (that might make more sense to you) is that you simply learn to see slightly different visuals for slightly different cut angles based on your practice and experience - a combination of the system and your practice-developed "aiming intuition".

pj
chgo

:thumbup2: :thumbup2:

 

[hboat333]

So much good information is being shared here. And for some, rather than leading to increasing one's understanding a beneficial tool, all that gets posted are closed-minded, silly taunts. Sheesh.

 

[tonythetiger583]

So much good information is being shared here. And for some, rather than leading to increasing one's understanding a beneficial tool, all that gets posted are closed-minded, silly taunts. Sheesh.

They're just very concerned that you don't potentially waste your time. Very concerned.

 

[SpiderWebComm]

Keep on wishing.

pj <- I think you get 3
chgo

If the Genie would pass on a strong case of Dupuytren's Contracture to you it would be good for starters and still leave two more in the hopper.

 

[hboat333]

They're just very concerned that you don't potentially waste your time. Very concerned.

Thanks for pointing that out, Tony. I'm totally remiss is misunderstanding the sincere concern for my well-being...

Speaking of time, that's one of the things I love about CTE. I've always been a fast player, but with fuller cuts, CTE helps me 'see' the shot in a fraction of a second. I take a little more time w/ the thinner cuts. And I admit to all, that it takes some practice and some time to pick up and see the visuals--to understand what they mean and trust them. And banks shots--figure out how to adjust for a table that plays short or long, and then find the hole.

 

[ENGLISH!]

Thanks for pointing that out, Tony. I'm totally remiss is misunderstanding the sincere concern for my well-being...

Speaking of time, that's one of the things I love about CTE. I've always been a fast player, but with fuller cuts, CTE helps me 'see' the shot in a fraction of a second. I take a little more time w/ the thinner cuts. And I admit to all, that it takes some practice and some time to pick up and see the visuals--to understand what they mean and trust them. And banks shots--figure out how to adjust for a table that plays short or long, and then find the hole.

I'm not sure if Tony was being serious or facetious in his earlier post. But I agree with its literal wording about concerns regarding anyone wasting time thinking they will be getting something that they may not be getting.

That said, once invested & into CTE, I wish nothing but success to those individuals. If successful & one's game has improved, it certainly does not matter as to the hows, whys, wherefores, & there-ofs.

I wish You & Everyone nothing but the Best of Luck with using CTE.

Best 2 You & Yours... & All,
Rick