Over the years of playing I have learned that it is a good thing to hold your pool stick loosely in your back hand. I now hold my cue loosely on all of my shots. Ive noticed that when I break with a loose grip I get a good spread and good cue ball control. I have heard others say that there are times that you have to grip the cue tight with a few different shots. I was wondering if anyone could give me any insight to any of this. Are there any particular shots where you would want to grip the cue tight? Any information would be appreciated. Thanks in advance
Grip Question
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theoneandonly said:
I can't think of a single time when a heavy grip is better than a light one. How heavy your grip should be does fall under the "whatever works best for you" to a certain degree but as a rule, your grip should never be tense.
An explanation...
If as a baseball player, you overgripped the bat, it would distract from the whole of trying to connect with the ball. To make the whole a fluid motion, over emphasis on any one detail part of it disrupts what is needed to attain the final goal. Along with a properly balanced cue, you need a balanced stroke for good results.
If as a baseball player, you overgripped the bat, it would distract from the whole of trying to connect with the ball. To make the whole a fluid motion, over emphasis on any one detail part of it disrupts what is needed to attain the final goal. Along with a properly balanced cue, you need a balanced stroke for good results.
Snapshot9 said:
Uh...have you ever played baseball? The bat must be gripped very tightly because the vibration from the bat striking the ball is VERY painful and can actually damage your hands and forearms.
always loose for me, even with the break shot. but i know i hold it more firm when stretching out for a shot.