Does cue brand matter?

[THam]

So, I'm kind of new to playing pool. Recently I ordered a Viking pool cue with a Vikore shaft because I figure it will last me a while. So far I love it.

Now to my question. I'm looking at ordering a separate cue for breaking, and it has me wondering if the brand of stick really matters?

I was looking for suggestions. I'm not looking to spend a whole lot on the break cue. As of now I am looking at the Rage heavy hitter break cues because, I hear Rage makes good beginner cues for your money.

 

[scsuxci]

As long as your comfortable with it then your good to go. Sometimes
people think that getting a different cue will improve there game.
In some cases it may improve but many times I've seen it work the
opposite way and there game falters.
I've had a cue for years that was given to me because it was warped by a AZ
member years ago.I still pull that cue out and run racks with it.
The cue flipping is a hobby but if your serious about your game, stick with one
cue, get use to it and play with one only.Goodluck

 

[DEXTER]

Rage

You can't beat the Rage jump break cue for the price. IMHO.
Breaks well, and jumps easily.

 

[AlexandruM]

J&J break or break/jump cues can be also a good choice, I tried one and it was OK, my advice is to get a 18-19 oz cue. A heavy cue is not for everybody.

 

[asamimasa]

I briefly owned a J&J. It did a good job of breaking and jumping, but I quickly found that I didn't like the 14mm shaft for breaking. Found a BK2 for a good price, and it's been much more comfortable to use a diameter closer to my playing cue. Did it have to be a Predator? Nope, but I had briefly used one in the past, and especially liked the weight/feel of it, so it's what I went on based on past experience.