Do you clean your shaft during play? Using what?

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I'm just curious if anyone has items to clean their shaft during play. I see pros carry large white towels but that's excessive. After a while the chalk builds up on my hands like crazy and on the cue. Also if I cue over the rubber pockets I tend to get streaks on my cue.

Any suggestions?
 
Go to the nearest dollar store and buy a three pack of microfiber dish drying towels for $2. Clip one to the cue case, keep a spare in the car, and give the last one to a friend.
 
ctyhntr said:
Go to the nearest dollar store and buy a three pack of microfiber dish drying towels for $2. Clip one to the cue case, keep a spare in the car, and give the last one to a friend.
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Sweet.. sounds like a decent option!
 
That's exactly what I use - a washcloth sized micro fiber towel. Wipe down the shaft with it periodically. I also use hand sanitizer (not on the shaft but on my hands) to keep my hands clean of excess chalk and dirt from the cloth without having to leave the table and hold up play.

Really that's about it for keeping my shaft clean - at the table or not. I've not yet put any substance on a shaft to clean it.
 
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I usually keep my shaft clean using Mr. Clean Magic Eraser, they work great and are not very abrasive, I also use them on my white sneakers. When I am playing and its a long session or somewhat sticky I wash my hands and face and the paper towel I dry my hands with I use on the shaft and have a dry one to dry it off, simple as that. :)
 
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Fast Lenny said:
I usually keep my shaft clean using Mr. Clean Magic Eraser, they work great and are a natural type sponge so they are not abrasive, I also use them on my white sneakers. When I am playing and its a long session or somewhat sticky I wash my hands and face and the paper towel I dry my hands with I use on the shaft and have a dry one to dry it off, simple as that. :)
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Lenny, I normally just make jokes about people wanting squeaky clean shafts and resorting to "magic erasers". But you are spreading misinformation here.
They are not natural, they ARE abrasive, and by adding liquid of any kind you are risking further damage to your cue strictly for looks.
Magic Erasers are melamine foam. Google it.
Chuck
 
use a Magic eraser prior to match or tournament play. After you start your match use a damp cloth to wipe the chalk of your shaft and then use a micro fiber towel (with a firm buffing) to take off any residual moisture and chalk build-up off of the shaft :thumbup:
 
conetip said:
I use paper towels/napkins.
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YUP....

besides clean hands that don't have gymnastics chalk on it.......

damp paper towel (NOT WET) and buff on shaft till hot....

dry paper towel and buff till hot....

shaft now feels brand new....

no magic eraser, no scotch brite, no voodoo or any other kind of black magic

works perfect,
-Grey Ghost-
 
I used to used Magic Eraser after each season, but no longer unless its really really gross. I'm now under the impression that the more you 'touch' the shaft, more harm than good.

For really dirty shafts, I agree with using Magic Eraser with a little dab of alcohol. Then buffed with 2000, 4000, and 8000 grit sandpaper before burnishing with a suede side patch of leather.

Fast Lenny said:
I usually keep my shaft clean using Mr. Clean Magic Eraser, they work great and are a natural type sponge so they are not abrasive, I also use them on my white sneakers. When I am playing and its a long session or somewhat sticky I wash my hands and face and the paper towel I dry my hands with I use on the shaft and have a dry one to dry it off, simple as that. :)
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RiverCity said:
Lenny, I normally just make jokes about people wanting squeaky clean shafts and resorting to "magic erasers". But you are spreading misinformation here.
They are not natural, they ARE abrasive, and by adding liquid of any kind you are risking further damage to your cue strictly for looks.
Magic Erasers are melamine foam. Google it.
Chuck
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I have used these magic erasers for about 2 years now and have had no problems, I was under the impression that they were natural but after reading I see they are not so thanks for the info. It says from what I read it is slightly abrasive but never noticed anything on my cue shaft other then the residue of the sponge. My shafts are straight and clean, I will continue to use it every few months when the shaft is blued.
 
greyghost said:
YUP....

besides clean hands that don't have gymnastics chalk on it.......

damp paper towel (NOT WET) and buff on shaft till hot....

dry paper towel and buff till hot....

shaft now feels brand new....

no magic eraser, no scotch brite, no voodoo or any other kind of black magic

works perfect,
-Grey Ghost-
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i use wet paper towel
 
SK, I hope you posted the link to Scotch Brite with tongue in cheek.
Tell us the benefit of using as scouring pad on a shaft.
 
greyghost said:
YUP....

besides clean hands that don't have gymnastics chalk on it.......

damp paper towel (NOT WET) and buff on shaft till hot....

dry paper towel and buff till hot....

shaft now feels brand new....

no magic eraser, no scotch brite, no voodoo or any other kind of black magic

works perfect,
-Grey Ghost-
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Same here.. :wink:
 
During a match I wash my hands, dry w/a paper towel and then use that towel to wipe the shafts, IF they become sticky, and use a dry towel between turns at the table.... in the unlikely scenairo where I happen to miss. :groucho:
 
IN the old days one would use a fresh dollar bill. Dleaning products and stuff are fine I guess but I personally don't leave home without a clean cotton bar towel.
 
3M Lens Cleaning Cloth

I use 3M's microfiber eyeglass cloths. I bought a bunch at Walmart a few years ago for $3 each. They are approximately 6x7 inches and fit nicely in the case. The catalog number is #9021-100. I figured if it won't scratch plastic eyeglass lenses, it is safe on a cue. The worst part is not being able to use fabric softeners when washing them. I wipe my entire cue including the tip before putting it away. I use larger microfiber cloths on them at home.
 
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