First jump cue

[SeniorTom]

I am an beginner/intermediate player who is wanting to learn to jump the cue ball. I am looking for an inexpensive, but capable, jump you that will work easily for me. Looks are secondary to capability of jumping to me, so what would you recommend for me?

 

[Boseph]

Pechauer JPJMP. $150ish, jumps like a rabbit.

 

[JABSolstice]

A lot of people around here will say JJ. I haven't used one so I will say to look for a used Predator. That's what I found and I love it.

 

[TrxR]

Jacoby is another to look at.

 

[boogieman]

I am an beginner/intermediate player who is wanting to learn to jump the cue ball. I am looking for an inexpensive, but capable, jump you that will work easily for me. Looks are secondary to capability of jumping to me, so what would you recommend for me?

Shop - Bunjee Billiards

www.bunjeebilliards.com

The bunjee jump cues perform great. They are $65-90 depending on which style you like the looks of.

 

[David in FL]

Jacoby.

Light weight is your friend in jumping

The Jacoby at a little bit over 7 ounces is one of the very lightest on the market

Well under $200…

 

[SeniorTom]

Here is the jump cue that I bought, hope it works out, have to get some lessons on how to jump. Any suggestions?

Lucasi L-2000JC Jump Cue

The Lucasi L-2000JC Jump Cue has a super light butt for easy stroking and a bakelite tip. The quick release joint saves time between shots.

www.billiards.com

 

[David in FL]

Here is the jump cue that I bought, hope it works out, have to get some lessons on how to jump. Any suggestions?

Lucasi L-2000JC Jump Cue

The Lucasi L-2000JC Jump Cue has a super light butt for easy stroking and a bakelite tip. The quick release joint saves time between shots.

www.billiards.com

Looks like a good little cue that should serve you well.

Simply find someone who jumps well and ask for 10 minutes of their time. Then like everything else it's simply a matter of practice.

Early on you'll need to decide whether you prefer a traditional stroke or a dart type. I'm a bit unusual in that I prefer the dart stroke for everything, primarily because of shoulder issues that keep me from getting as high as I need to with a more traditional stroke. I also find it easier to aim shorter jumps because I'm standing taller.

The one thing to remember is that it's not a "hard" stroke it's a "quick" stroke…

Have fun. I promise that within a short period of time you will really appreciate having another tool in the toolbox…

 

[j2pac]

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