Interested in testing a new training aid?

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We've completed testing.

Thanks to everyone for their interest.

Steve


Looking for a few more beta testers for a new high tech stroke training aid.

If you have an interest in stroke mechanics and technology take a look at http://www.cue-md.com/

To participate as a tester you'll need to have an Android phone/tablet and a Windows laptop.

Please PM if you're interested.

Thanks for looking,
Steve
 
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Interesting, I would be interested in trying this out but I have a iphone and not a Android phone. Best of luck with this technology.
 
I have both an android phone and tablet + a windows 7 laptop. I am very interested in being a beta tester. Brian
 
I am interested in testing, PM sent. I have and Android phone and a Windows 7 laptop.

Thanks, John
 
I have an interest in trying this, i am technical and will purchase an Android tablet if selected. I currently have have multiple iPhones and an iPad and Windows boxes. I am a software developer myself.

I would be extremely interested in looking at stroke dynamics as well as motion while building a stance.

Let me know / thanks Dana in Indy
 
slach said:
Looking for a few more beta testers for a new high tech stroke training aid.

If you have an interest in stroke mechanics and technology take a look at http://www.cue-md.com/

To participate as a tester you'll need to have an Android phone/tablet and a Windows laptop.

Please PM if you're interested.

Thanks for looking,
Steve
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Only problem with the top view is it impossible to pull the cue back in a straight line without lifting the cue up..
 
I currently using a similar device that tells me when I mis-stroke:

"Awwwww crappola, I missed again!!!!!!!"

But yours looks cool.

I have an galaxy and windows 7. I'd love to help you test it. I'm a pretty good league player, but that's about it.

Jeff Livingston
 
lee brett said:
Only problem with the top view is it impossible to pull the cue back in a straight line without lifting the cue up..
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Hi Brett- Why is the top view a problem? I don't get it. If you want to see up/down movement while pulling back, use the side view or back view. The top view would show you the side/side movement of the cue (horizontal movement).

OP- Think this would be a good tool, any plans for iPhone application? Put me on the list when you do please.

Thanks,
SoCal Abe
 
Hmmmm I would be willing to take one to the Open and try and get some of the pros on the TV table to hit a few shots to see how straight they stroke... Ohhhhh Bustemante has to be recorded and I know I can get that done in Jersey in Novemeber if I can't get him in Chesapeake........

Chris <---- Sent PM
 
slach said:
Looking for a few more beta testers for a new high tech stroke training aid.

If you have an interest in stroke mechanics and technology take a look at http://www.cue-md.com/

To participate as a tester you'll need to have an Android phone/tablet and a Windows laptop.

Please PM if you're interested.

Thanks for looking,
Steve
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I would be a little afraid of something like that. Those little variations that you have in your stroke are the final adjustments that allow you to play the game.
As you walk around the table you don't always place your feet perfectly or your bridge hand because you are not a robot.

As you stroke the cue at your point of aim you need to adjust. The pool stroke is very fluid and not a piston like pump back and forth. Just watch players Keith M. or Efren, you need to be loose sometimes even a waggle like a golfer.
 
still a lot of useful data

macguy said:
I would be a little afraid of something like that. Those little variations that you have in your stroke are the final adjustments that allow you to play the game.
As you walk around the table you don't always place your feet perfectly or your bridge hand because you are not a robot.

As you stroke the cue at your point of aim you need to adjust. The pool stroke is very fluid and not a piston like pump back and forth. Just watch players Keith M. or Efren, you need to be loose sometimes even a waggle like a golfer.
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Looking at the info at his website there is a ton of useful data from the device. I suspect this thing will be quite pricey just looking at the software development and making a few guesses about the hardware. However, I could see it as a fantastic tool for instructors if not so much individuals. Being able to show stroke acceleration and transition issues would be worth a bunch all by itself.

I think most agree that all that is important about a stroke is an inch more or less while the tip is in contact with the cue ball. Sure takes a lot of before and after to get that inch right though.

This device gives a lot of data. What is useful to the individual player is up to the player or instructor to figure out. Of course the questions with any new device remain, does it work as advertised and will it hold up under normal usage? Sending units out for beta testing is a good sign!

Hu
 
There are equavalents in golf, tennis and baseball.... Running the gambit of pricing from $140 and up..... Being bluetooth is a must and having the software that is cue oriented is the thing that kicks it into the realm of really cool... I do like that the Zepp module attaches to the end of the racket or bat tho so it wouldn't alter the balance of the cue....
 
I'd like to try it.

I have the tablet and computer necessary, and would like to try this device.

Would be happy to do testing sessions at our local Club; 30 members. Some newer players could use a visual representation of their stroke delivery, matched against the more consistent/competent players.

I'm sending a PM with my information.

Charlie
 
One feature that makes QMD stand out is the instant audible feedback. It'll tell you right when your stroke goes off-line sideways (it ignores the up/down movements). You need a smooth, really straight stroke with a loose grip to keep it quiet.
Steve
 
The Renfro said:
Hmmmm I would be willing to take one to the Open and try and get some of the pros on the TV table to hit a few shots to see how straight they stroke... Ohhhhh Bustemante has to be recorded and I know I can get that done in Jersey in Novemeber if I can't get him in Chesapeake........

Chris <---- Sent PM
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If you're going to the trouble of setting up a test, I think you want at least three simultaneous synchronized views and maybe four, and good, fast cameras.
 
I would like to try it. Does it allow you to compare 100s of shots to create your own baseline?
 
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