Cue Stick elevation?

[dr_dave]

Excellent additions. I've added a quote of your post here.

Regards,
Dave

There are some other possible reasons for elevation:
1. Easier on the back.
2. Can't make a flat bridge for draw.
3. Elevation is required on some shots due to obstacles or the cushion. If you choose a substantial, fixed elevation of maybe 12 degrees, you can use that elevation for nearly all shots and you do not need to learn (subconsciously) the adjustments required for lower elevations.

"Surfer Rod" Curry, a bar player from Colorado, used to be the poster player for elevating on all shots.

 

[Majic]

How @ Earl??? EZMoney is not talking about a 30 degree jack, instead, just a hair. And if I'm relaying it right, the shaft is coming through the bridge a little higher off the table because he doesn't "ground" with his palm. Here's a shot I took of him recently.

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Looking at this pic I would have so say that Earl is trying to get max draw by elevating the cue a bit. It sure isn't 30 degrees though:wink:

 

[dragon81]

I have been told I elevate on a lot of shots...not sure why...one of the reasons is when I have to avoid hitting the table on my follow through.
I haven't video-taped myself in awhile so I have no clue what I look like. lol