cue extension advice
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That will be something for you to decide as there some variables to consider...
Ex.
- Will u keep it on the whole time you're playing? Or are u just wanting to use it as needed instead of a bridge?
- do u prefer to add weight up front or at the rear?
You'll need to try both and see which one feels most comfy for u. I have the rear extension but I only use it as needed.
Good luck!
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Ex.
- Will u keep it on the whole time you're playing? Or are u just wanting to use it as needed instead of a bridge?
- do u prefer to add weight up front or at the rear?
You'll need to try both and see which one feels most comfy for u. I have the rear extension but I only use it as needed.
Good luck!
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Predator QR extension
I like my Predator Extension, it goes right into the WC system and all you do is change the rubber bumper out for the metal quick release bumper. I'm not a fan of anything going between the shaft and butt as it seams to change the hit quite a bit, plus I'm pretty tall so I don't need it too often - Hope you find what suits you.
I like my Predator Extension, it goes right into the WC system and all you do is change the rubber bumper out for the metal quick release bumper. I'm not a fan of anything going between the shaft and butt as it seams to change the hit quite a bit, plus I'm pretty tall so I don't need it too often - Hope you find what suits you.
Google "balance rite front"
I much prefer the ones that you put on the end.
Regards, Dave
I know you already made the purchase, so this is just some reassurance. I have a balance rite that goes in at the joint. A couple of the regulars at my local room have the predator extensions that screw on the butt. What I have experienced is that the predator extensions are about twice as long (at least the ones I have seen) and probably weigh half as much as the balance rite. I don't know the specs but I would be surprised if the predator extension weighed more than an ounce. If I had a predator cue, I'd have one of those extensions that screws into the butt of the cue.
According to Budget Billiards website, the Predator extension weighs between 4.0 and 4.5 ounces:
http://www.budgetcues.com/predator-qr-extension.htm
That turns your 19 oz. cue into a 23 oz. cue! Unless you use it full time and remove the weight bolt(s) from the butt.
http://www.budgetcues.com/predator-qr-extension.htm
That turns your 19 oz. cue into a 23 oz. cue! Unless you use it full time and remove the weight bolt(s) from the butt.
I bought a 'Balance Rite about 2 months ago for extra reach on 9' tables. I like idea of extra 4" reach but my player with the extension brings it up to almost 21oz. For me heavy and not as nimble and my cue has no weight bolt to remove extra weight.
Moved the balance point from 18.5" forward to almost 20" which was ok for my open bridge but having trouble with the feel and 'hit'.
For me, I had a tough time adjusting after hours of practice and play so it sits in my case for now. It is well made, matched up nice at joint and a good value @ only $32. I will probably give it another go because I did enjoy 62" of reach.
Last these 'Mid Extentions' are not convenient to change out in match or tournament like the quick release Butt extensions. Once installed you are pretty much committed.
Have a good weekend,
-Kat,
Moved the balance point from 18.5" forward to almost 20" which was ok for my open bridge but having trouble with the feel and 'hit'.
For me, I had a tough time adjusting after hours of practice and play so it sits in my case for now. It is well made, matched up nice at joint and a good value @ only $32. I will probably give it another go because I did enjoy 62" of reach.
Last these 'Mid Extentions' are not convenient to change out in match or tournament like the quick release Butt extensions. Once installed you are pretty much committed.
Have a good weekend,
-Kat,
I know you've bought yours, but for anyone else out there considering it, I echo the comments re ease of change with the end extension. I had a mid cue extension and very rarely used it because I would have to unscrew, insert the extension and then reverse the process every time. On the other hand, I use the butt extension a lot.
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So I love how I can reach everything and I love how easy it is to take off if I need to. It's definitely making the cue heavier but I haven't found that it's affecting my ability to draw balls or anything.
Are there any known disadvantages to playing with a heavier cue? Doesn't seem to hurt Earl Strickland.
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Are there any known disadvantages to playing with a heavier cue? Doesn't seem to hurt Earl Strickland.
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I wanted just about 2 inches and a little forward weight added. mid ext from newsherriff. Fits perfect with no wooble,dead straight. Very Happy !!!
Step 1: Play with a heavier cue (or with the extension on full time in this case.)
Step 2: Ask yourself: "Do I like how the cue plays?"
If "yes", then great, continue playing with it.
If "no", then yeah, there are some disadvantages.
If it fits your taste, why are you trying to find problems when there aren't any for you?
I have a predator extension and can confirm it makes a very noticeable difference in the weight. It doesn't seem to affect performance too much, probably because when you need it, you are necessarily moving your bridge much closer to the center of the cue, so the balance is still relatively "normal".
I will also say that have the extension has won me many games, and several other people in our pool hall have bought predators specifically because they have seen me use the extension.
I play with the Balance Rite Mid Extension Full Time and I add my Predator QR Rear Extension as needed on occasion. Makes for an extremely long cue but I can reach everything. Cue plays great, wouldn't change back for anything.
Black Cat
Black Cat
No the Butt Cap Threads are too long, will only go in partially. Cap would have to be modified to work, could be done. Early BK2's didn't have the threaded end. This was a later design change, it is purely a factory design.
Black Cat
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No the Butt Cap Threads are too long, will only go in partially. Cap would have to be modified to work, could be done. Early BK2's didn't have the threaded end. This was a later design change, it is purely a factory design.
Black Cat
Thanks for the reply.
If you want to be sure it the predator extension will fit your cue, find someone with a predator cue and try to screw on his bumper into your cue. If it fits, then the modified threads on your cue will accept the extension as well.
This is what i've done. I have a poison cue, whitch is not advertised to accept the predator extension. However, I've noticed that my cue had a screw on bumper, borrowed a predator bumper from a friend of mine, found out it fits, so I bought the extension and I couldn't be happier
