Got my first break cue!

[Shooter08]

Get the harder tip and don't break so hard that you can't control where you are striking the cue ball. Better to start good habits now, you can always increase speed of break as you learn to consistently strike the cue ball.

 

[couldnthinkof01]

Thanks to everyone for the replies. A further question, please.

I have read online that getting a harder tip on a break cue also means there is more of a chance of a miscue on an off center strike of the cue ball. At my humble APA Level 4, I don't want to give that potential disadvantage away, so is that a legit concern that it might just be better to use a regular tip for now or go all in on a harder tip as in the long run it should pay off?

Thanks.

You don't really need a hard tip. Especially if the majority of your play is on bar tables.

Loss of control is less of a hard tip issue and more of a fundamental issue. As long as chalk covers the surface it will be fine.

Maybe try a few friends break cues see what you like.