Cuetec Cynergy vs Predator revo

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Having a hard time deciding between these two shafts, biggest worry is that I've heard cuetec shafts seem to be alot 'skinnier' compared to other shafts, any thoughts on the taper between the two and is there a drastic difference?
 
I prefer the Revo 12.4 over the cuetec. Actually I prefer the 6 other CF shafts I've tried over the cuetec. The taper on the cuetec is the same though over the 1st 15" before any chance. It's 12.5 the whole 1st 15". I like the feel, finish and no ferrule on the Revo better, also the tip. Couldn't stand the tiger that comes with the cuetec.
 
gregnice37 said:
I prefer the Revo 12.4 over the cuetec. Actually I prefer the 6 other CF shafts I've tried over the cuetec. The taper on the cuetec is the same though over the 1st 15" before any chance. It's 12.5 the whole 1st 15". I like the feel, finish and no ferrule on the Revo better, also the tip. Couldn't stand the tiger that comes with the cuetec.
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I have been playing with the Cuetec for the last two months. Previously, I played with a regular maple shaft.

One of the main reasons I picked the Cuetec is that a number of reviewers I read complained about the revo taper, and complimented the Cuetec taper--or lack of it. Based on these comments, I thought I would like the Cuetec, and I do. To me, it does not seem skinny, and I find no taper in the first 15in to be very comfortable. I have hit a ball or two with the revo, and I do not find the taper totally offensive.

I have to say that I disagree with friend here on the Tiger tip. The tip does feel a little "soft" to me when you first get it, but as I have played with it, I think it has become hard and durable, and I think it is a great tip. Of course, this is very subjective. I do think the feeling the tip gives you changes from when it is new.

I picked the cuetec because of the taper and tip (at least in part), and I am very satisfied, but I admit some of this stuff is very subjective. I wanted to pick a cue that came out of a big shop, as I think there would be fewer lemons where there is a big operation. This narrowed my choice to basically Revo and Cuetec. I have to admit, I have a buddy whose Revo basically exploded the second time he hit a ball. It was hard for me to pick Revo, knowing that, and a lot of guys complain about the Revo tip. I didn't want to deal with tip changes where there is no ferrule.

I understand Revo may be fixing this. However, it is long overdue in my opinion.

kollegedave
 
I picked up 2 R12.9's when they first came out. Used them for a bit and got comfortable with them. Grabbed a R12.4 to give it a whirl and didn't like the taper and it felt terrible to me. When the C12.5's came out I instantly preferred them over any of the Revos. So I purchased two and haven't looked back.

Pros: much preferred taper, love the white vault plate, not as hollow / pingy sounding, nice firm hit. I was able to sell my Revo's and only add another $40 to get two Cynergys!

Cons: hate the tip and will change them to Predator softs at some point.

I think it is best to try them all out if you can. Hit is all subjective and you personally may prefer one over the other.

Good luck!
 
I’ve played with most now and honestly I feel like they all play the same as far as hit. It comes down to taper. I felt like the cuetec was to thin and flimsy so it wasn’t for me.
 
I’ve played with the 12.4, 12.9 Revos, Prime M, Jacoby Black, and CueTec. I’ve never noticed any difference in the taper. What I have noticed big time was the Revo’s squirt less. I’ll stick with my 12.4 Revo. If anyone has a 12.4 radial pin Revo that wants to trade for my Jacoby Black give me a shout.

The Victory soft tip on the Revo sucks. I’ve had two fall apart.
 
Having played extensively with both shafts I would give the nod to the Cuetec for the following reasons – in no particular order;

1. Better CF Finish. Compare a new Revo and a New Cynergy side by side and look at the quality and consistency in the finish.

2. Feel and Touch. While the REVO certainly is low deflection, it's also very muted in terms of feedback. If I can't feel how I hit the ball, how do I develop good muscle memory? I have worlds more touch and control with a Cynergy shaft.

3. Ferrule. You can replace the ferrule on a Cynergy shaft. You can also actually see it for those of us with eye dominance issues. A white vault plate on a Revo is useless when you're chin down on the ball. It's too short to be seen.

4. Straight Taper. While both of these shafts have very low rise tapers. I prefer the straight taper of the Cynergy, especially when I've been left on the rail or I'm bridging over a ball.

5. Price $$$$. The Cuetec is available in so many joints at $399 and it comes in a better package, and has a limited lifetime warranty, just like the Revo. I'll use that $100 bucks I saved on trying the latest tip du jour for the hell of it.

6. Pro Feedback. When you look at the number of Pros who have dropped using the REVO and gone back to wood compared to every Cuetec Pro using Cynergy it gives me pause. I know Predator has an army of pros, but their best guys aren't using it (Filler, Kaci, Appleton, Biado, Albin) This probably isn't a good reason, but it makes me think I'm right about the tough issues with the Revo.

Anyway, just my two cents, what do I know – I haven't seen a table in what feels like forever. Stay safe !
 
Nice post :thumbup:

9ballhasbeen said:
Having played extensively with both shafts I would give the nod to the Cuetec for the following reasons – in no particular order;

1. Better CF Finish. Compare a new Revo and a New Cynergy side by side and look at the quality and consistency in the finish.

2. Feel and Touch. While the REVO certainly is low deflection, it's also very muted in terms of feedback. If I can't feel how I hit the ball, how do I develop good muscle memory? I have worlds more touch and control with a Cynergy shaft.

3. Ferrule. You can replace the ferrule on a Cynergy shaft. You can also actually see it for those of us with eye dominance issues. A white vault plate on a Revo is useless when you're chin down on the ball. It's too short to be seen.

4. Straight Taper. While both of these shafts have very low rise tapers. I prefer the straight taper of the Cynergy, especially when I've been left on the rail or I'm bridging over a ball.

5. Price $$$$. The Cuetec is available in so many joints at $399 and it comes in a better package, and has a limited lifetime warranty, just like the Revo. I'll use that $100 bucks I saved on trying the latest tip du jour for the hell of it.

6. Pro Feedback. When you look at the number of Pros who have dropped using the REVO and gone back to wood compared to every Cuetec Pro using Cynergy it gives me pause. I know Predator has an army of pros, but their best guys aren't using it (Filler, Kaci, Appleton, Biado, Albin) This probably isn't a good reason, but it makes me think I'm right about the tough issues with the Revo.

Anyway, just my two cents, what do I know – I haven't seen a table in what feels like forever. Stay safe !
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9ballhasbeen said:
Having played extensively with both shafts I would give the nod to the Cuetec for the following reasons – in no particular order;

1. Better CF Finish. Compare a new Revo and a New Cynergy side by side and look at the quality and consistency in the finish.

2. Feel and Touch. While the REVO certainly is low deflection, it's also very muted in terms of feedback. If I can't feel how I hit the ball, how do I develop good muscle memory? I have worlds more touch and control with a Cynergy shaft.

3. Ferrule. You can replace the ferrule on a Cynergy shaft. You can also actually see it for those of us with eye dominance issues. A white vault plate on a Revo is useless when you're chin down on the ball. It's too short to be seen.

4. Straight Taper. While both of these shafts have very low rise tapers. I prefer the straight taper of the Cynergy, especially when I've been left on the rail or I'm bridging over a ball.

5. Price $$$$. The Cuetec is available in so many joints at $399 and it comes in a better package, and has a limited lifetime warranty, just like the Revo. I'll use that $100 bucks I saved on trying the latest tip du jour for the hell of it.

6. Pro Feedback. When you look at the number of Pros who have dropped using the REVO and gone back to wood compared to every Cuetec Pro using Cynergy it gives me pause. I know Predator has an army of pros, but their best guys aren't using it (Filler, Kaci, Appleton, Biado, Albin) This probably isn't a good reason, but it makes me think I'm right about the tough issues with the Revo.

Anyway, just my two cents, what do I know – I haven't seen a table in what feels like forever. Stay safe !
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I had the opportunity to play with both the Revo 12.4 and the Cynergy 12.5 for a couple of months before I made my decision. I went with the Cynergy and will second reasons numbers 1 through 5 above with extra emphasis on number 2. I don't use a glove and agree the original tip has gotten harder with time. However, the original tip on a shaft is just something you go through with time.
 
I bought a Cuetec Cynergy because it was the only CF shaft available for 3/8x11 pin at the time. I wasn’t impressed. The taper didn’t bother me and I liked the white ferrule. The hit and feel for me was okay. I did not like the Tiger tip at all and I still wonder if I would have liked the shaft more if I would have changed it. The main two things I didn’t like were:

1. The shaft always felt a little grimy. I felt like I had to wipe it multiple times during a match. It wasn’t something I was used to with a maple shaft and it drove me nuts.

2. I didn’t notice more cue power or spin compared to a maple shaft. Maybe I was expecting too much?

Needless to say, I sold it and haven’t thought about it much since. I’ve shot with a Revo 12.9 and 12.4 and I liked them slightly better. Not enough to spend $500 though. I’ll stick with good ole maple, thanks!
 
HyperioN said:
I bought a Cuetec Cynergy because it was the only CF shaft available for 3/8x11 pin at the time. I wasn’t impressed. The taper didn’t bother me and I liked the white ferrule. The hit and feel for me was okay. I did not like the Tiger tip at all and I still wonder if I would have liked the shaft more if I would have changed it. The main two things I didn’t like were:

1. The shaft always felt a little grimy. I felt like I had to wipe it multiple times during a match. It wasn’t something I was used to with a maple shaft and it drove me nuts.

2. I didn’t notice more cue power or spin compared to a maple shaft. Maybe I was expecting too much?

Needless to say, I sold it and haven’t thought about it much since. I’ve shot with a Revo 12.9 and 12.4 and I liked them slightly better. Not enough to spend $500 though. I’ll stick with good ole maple, thanks!
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Hyperion,

How much break in / beat in time did you give the Tiger Sniper tip on the Cynergy?

I ask as I hated it straight out of the box, but after I beat it in properly, I thought it firmed up well and played quite consistent.
 
I used one the other night in the pool hall. it was the 11.8 Cuetec. After 3 racks I bought it off the guy. Haven't played this well in quite a while. I tried the Revo a couple times and just couldnt get used to the tink sound. I normally use a 314-3 shaft.
 
I hit both before I purchased and I liked the feel and sound of the Cuetec better.

I also get my supplies wholesale and as it turned out the time the Revo was about 449 WS while the Cuetec was closer to 250.
 
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