Cue stick slides out of my hand...

pmata814

pmata814

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Is this ok? I was experimenting with my shooting template today (shooting a progressive stop shot drill) and noticed that as the shot got farther away my follow through got longer. I hadn't noticed but it turns out that I'm holding my cue so loose that when I start adding speed to my stroke the cue stick is sliding out of my grip about an inch or two. Is this ok or do I have to tighten up on my grip as I start to add speed?

This starts happening when the OB gets to 4 and 5 diamonds apart. Its not a problem under 3 diamonds. And it is MUCH MORE when I'm trying to draw the ball from that distance. My normal follow through of 6 3/4" grows to about 10+ inches. Any input on this would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance!

P.S.
In case it matters... my shooting template is 12.5 in bridge and 6.75 in follow through.

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This is call 'Slip stroke'.

Use the search engine and search for slip stroke.
There are discussions and video postings in the main forum.
 
pmata814 said:
Is this ok? I was experimenting with my shooting template today (shooting a progressive stop shot drill) and noticed that as the shot got farther away my follow through got longer. I hadn't noticed but it turns out that I'm holding my cue so loose that when I start adding speed to my stroke the cue stick is sliding out of my grip about an inch or two. Is this ok or do I have to tighten up on my grip as I start to add speed?

This starts happening when the OB gets to 4 and 5 diamonds apart. Its not a problem under 3 diamonds. And it is MUCH MORE when I'm trying to draw the ball from that distance. My normal follow through of 6 3/4" grows to about 10+ inches. Any input on this would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance!

P.S.
In case it matters... my shooting template is 12.5 in bridge and 6.75 in follow through.

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I like it, keep it up. The end result is a loose cradle.
randyg
 
Thank you very much for the replies. My mind is at ease now. :)

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It may help to use a wrap-less cue or one with a sprayed wrap, or even a soft leather wrap. They don't slide in your hand as easily as a typical linen wrapped cue. I recently coated the wrap on my bar cue for the same reason. I have come to realize that I play better with a very grippe handle.
 
3kushn said:
I call it a Stroke Slip.
Works for me. Light is good.
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I prefer 'release.' I know you can release it on the way back as well, but in sports, usually 'release' refers to letting go while something is moving forward, whether it's your fishing line or your golf club or your pool cue.
 
FranCrimi said:
I prefer 'release.' I know you can release it on the way back as well, but in sports, usually 'release' refers to letting go while something is moving forward, whether it's your fishing line or your golf club or your pool cue.
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Yes exactly what I do. Good or Bad form?? so far its what helps me get the CB action I'm looking for.

I question myself a lot as I see just the opposite from most good players. They seem to grip the cue at the end of the stroke. Hand closes which is said to be "Natural"

Some shots I do this for certain effect like killing the action. But not often. I suppose the argument is the hand doesn't close till the ball is gone. Guess I don't have that kind of timing or patience anymore to learn it. Can't dance either and don't care.
 
3kushn said:
Yes exactly what I do. Good or Bad form?? so far its what helps me get the CB action I'm looking for.

I question myself a lot as I see just the opposite from most good players. They seem to grip the cue at the end of the stroke. Hand closes which is said to be "Natural"

Some shots I do this for certain effect like killing the action. But not often. I suppose the argument is the hand doesn't close till the ball is gone. Guess I don't have that kind of timing or patience anymore to learn it. Can't dance either and don't care.
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I've seen Reyes release many times. I do it too on some shots, particularly when I need to apply a lot of spin on thin cuts. I've done a lot of experimenting with the release. My friend, Gene Nagy (RIP) took the release concept to a whole new level, and I learned a lot practicing with him.

However, I've concluded that it's not something I want to use for every shot but rather another weapon in my arsenal that I can pull out when I need it.
 
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