I got a question to Balance Rite extension owners
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There are two versions, 2 ounce and four ounce. Why do you want the balance point? Given the ratio of cue extension mass to cue mass, the slight forward balance (due to pin weight) would not change your cue balance point any differently than if all the weight was at either end.
that's interesting, I didn't study the product close enough to notice that
I assume that the balance point of the whole set-up would be different (though a little) in the case of different balance point of the Balance Rite extender. Also I was curious whether they paid any attention to special balancing or just came out with an extension of a particular weight.
Thanks for your input!
The balance point of the extender alone is going to vary widely since it's a function pin used (and the effect is doubled since the same volume of material is removed at the butt-end as added at the shaft-end). A 3/8x10 extender will have a very differenct balance point as a 5/16x18.
But since it's only a couple of inches -- in the center of the cue -- the overall effect on the cue's balance point would probably be too small to even measure.
Note: the extender will change the balance point of the cue. But the difference in pin-size of the extender will have virtually no effect.
But since it's only a couple of inches -- in the center of the cue -- the overall effect on the cue's balance point would probably be too small to even measure.
Note: the extender will change the balance point of the cue. But the difference in pin-size of the extender will have virtually no effect.
A bit wide of the topic, however I have a very good shaft that was damaged severely at the first 5 " of the tip end. I sawed off the damaged section and would still like to install a new ferule and tip. HOWEVER now the cue is noticably shorter then original when attempting to use. It has a radial pin joint. My thinking is to install an extender OR is there any practical way to add a new piece of shaft to the now squared off end ? Hate to abandon a $200 + shaft.
Here is the extension that I have:
Length: 103 mm (4.055 inch)
Diameter: 215 mm (8.465 inch)
Weight: 60 gr (2.1164oz)
Pin: 5/16 x 14
I measured the balance point on my Joss J69 cue, 58' length
Without extension balance point is at 46.5 cm from the bumper (butt cap), with extension, balance point is at 52.5 cm from the bumper, 6 cm difference.
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Length: 103 mm (4.055 inch)
Diameter: 215 mm (8.465 inch)
Weight: 60 gr (2.1164oz)
Pin: 5/16 x 14
I measured the balance point on my Joss J69 cue, 58' length
Without extension balance point is at 46.5 cm from the bumper (butt cap), with extension, balance point is at 52.5 cm from the bumper, 6 cm difference.
http://forums.azbilliards.com/showpost.php?p=4697729&postcount=5
http://forums.azbilliards.com/showpost.php?p=4697730&postcount=6
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I love the thing and shoot with it full time. Increased the weight on my cue from 17+ to 19+. I've always had a long bridge but this thing has further increased my bridge length so sometimes I need to reel myself in and keep it at a reasonable distance. I am not sure if the hit is different but I do like the more forward balance in my hands.
Am I shooting better because of it? Probably not. However, I've been told my stroke looks smoother. I also like not having to use the mechanical bridge as much.
Am I shooting better because of it? Probably not. However, I've been told my stroke looks smoother. I also like not having to use the mechanical bridge as much.
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I painted mine black and really like the look on it. You can see it here: http://youtu.be/Ca7o-Hz9c6c
I used the extension all time, over 2-3 months and I feel good using it.
In July 2014 I had a training with Darren Appleton, and he advised me and another guy, to get off the extension, because he thought I have the tendency to grip the cue too far back, and not getting a 90 degree angle when I start the stroke.
Now for 3 months I don't use it all time, only when I have a longer shot, and I don't want to use rack.
The reason I bought the Extension was to generate more power on my shots, but Darren fixed couple things in my stroke, so now I can get the power without extension.