Jump Cue Length Question

[mooseman]

This might seem a strange question but here goes:

The minimum length of a cue in the BCAPL is 40 inches. I have an OLLLLDDD joss jump cue butt with an original joss shaft from a joss cue that I purchased in late 80s/early 90s. When put together the jump cue is a little over 39 inches. Definitely NOT 40 inches.

Can I add a longer bumper to technically meet the minimum length requirements?

 

[dirtypool40]

I don't see why not, unless it specifically says that's a no-no.

I hear rumors of guys still wanting to "shaft jump" after the 40" rule came out jamming drinking straws into the shaft hole to get the 40" they needed.

 

[MitchAlsup]

Technically, you could embed a (sewing) pin in the end and make it legal. As long as the pin remaind in the butt while the cue was in use.