Damn straight shots!
- Thread starter Jesse Gilbert
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Straight in shots
Aim the cue ball as if you were trying to scratch into that pocket.
Aim the cue ball as if you were trying to scratch into that pocket.
I think what you did is both funny and could be beneficial.
Putting some pressure on yourself to do better on those damned straight-ins could be just the thing.
If it doesn't end up working you can always add "Loaned Me His Case". :thumbup:
best,
brian kc <--- alse been known to dog a straight in or two. :embarrassed2:
Putting some pressure on yourself to do better on those damned straight-ins could be just the thing.
If it doesn't end up working you can always add "Loaned Me His Case". :thumbup:
best,
brian kc <--- alse been known to dog a straight in or two. :embarrassed2:
sorry/not sorry for being a d*ck, all that money spent on that case could have been put toward table time practicing straight in shots.
"LOST HIS CASE TO ME"
That's what I will have John add when we play some One Pocket.
That's what I will have John add when we play some One Pocket.
There it is. Thats the "secret" to straight shots.
I shoot thru the ball to a spot in the pocket.Pretend the ball is not there.
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That is helpful. Also , if you line up not even looking at the CB works well for me.
Some look at the CB on the final stroke on straight ins..... One if not all of these will most likely be beneficial.
A long time ago I had the same problem, always cutting them a hair one way or the other.
Then I sat down (stood at a table) and set up long straight shots for 5 hours in a row.
Now I don't seem to have that problem anymore.....
Then I sat down (stood at a table) and set up long straight shots for 5 hours in a row.
Now I don't seem to have that problem anymore.....
The secrets to "straight shots" are:
1.) Make sure your vision center is aligned properly with the line of the shot.
2.) Make sure your tip is on the vertical centerline of the CB (see how to find the CB center).
3.) Make sure your cue is as level as possible (to minimize swerve) in case 2 isn't perfect.
4.) Check your aim very carefully and don't take the shot for granted.
5.) Stroke as straight as possible using good stroke mechanics, especially keeping your elbow still during the stroke into the ball and staying down and still during and after the shot.
FYI, more info and advice can be found on the straight-in shot resource page.
Regards,
Dave
1.) Make sure your vision center is aligned properly with the line of the shot.
2.) Make sure your tip is on the vertical centerline of the CB (see how to find the CB center).
3.) Make sure your cue is as level as possible (to minimize swerve) in case 2 isn't perfect.
4.) Check your aim very carefully and don't take the shot for granted.
5.) Stroke as straight as possible using good stroke mechanics, especially keeping your elbow still during the stroke into the ball and staying down and still during and after the shot.
FYI, more info and advice can be found on the straight-in shot resource page.
Regards,
Dave
Ralph Eckert does a video on how to shoot straight in shorts here:
http://www.checkbilliard.com/en/videos/
http://www.checkbilliard.com/en/videos/
Another version of this advice: aim your stroke at the OB's center.
This can be a helpful technique for any kind of shot - aim your stroke at the spot on or near the OB where it would contact the ghost ball.
Why aim your stroke?
1. Where you point your stick without stroking may be different from where you point it while stroking.
2. It helps keep your stroke straight and online - helps prevent "steering".
3. It helps with initial alignment.
4. It helps with aiming (builds more precise "aiming memory").
To do it well you'll have to train yourself to see your shaft, CB and OB all in the same "shot picture" using your peripheral vision.
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Jesse Gilbert
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I dot think you would like that game my friend. Lol
Great thread here. Gave me a few laughs and some really good info.
Except this...
I'll never understand why some people feel the need to tell people how they should spend their money. For all we know, this person is a multi-millionaire with 3 tables in their home. It's not always about the money... it's about not having the time to put into practice.
Except this...
I'll never understand why some people feel the need to tell people how they should spend their money. For all we know, this person is a multi-millionaire with 3 tables in their home. It's not always about the money... it's about not having the time to put into practice.