Mcdermott Intimidator i1 for breaking?

sponge bob

sponge bob

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Hey everyone,

Just wanted to know if anyone has used the Intimidator i1 shaft to break with. It seems that would be an excellent application for it, especially with a white diamond or phenolic tip. If you have one but dont break with it, chime in anyway, want to hear your opinions.

Thanks in advance!
Asgar
 
I tried one and they are super stiff, but...
I don't think you need to spend that much money (shaft+new tip)to get a good break shaft. If you had one already and wanted to convert it, it would work well for you.
 
longhair said:
I tried one and they are super stiff, but...
I don't think you need to spend that much money (shaft+new tip)to get a good break shaft. If you had one already and wanted to convert it, it would work well for you.
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I understand what you're saying. I can always use the J&J J/B cue if I wanted something that gets the job done. What I am wondering is if this thing can make an exceptional break shaft, extra large sweet spot, low deflection for control, ect.
 
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sponge bob said:
I understand what you're saying. I can always the the J&J J/B cue if I wanted something that gets the job done. What I am wondering is if this thing can make an exceptional break shaft, extra large sweet spot, low deflection for control, ect.
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Ah, I see. My break isn't strong enough for me to give meaningful input on those questions. It's a cool idea.
 
Wouldn't it be easier just to try and pic up a used BK if your wanting a low deflection shaft for breaking?:confused:
 
deep said:
Wouldn't it be easier just to try and pic up a used BK if your wanting a low deflection shaft for breaking?:confused:
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This is exactly why this thread was created in the first place, so we can compare with other products in the same segment. I would like to hear peoples first hand experience with this shaft either breaking or playing.
 
Well i did have one, i used it as a playing shaft on a DZ sneaky that i used to own. I'm not a expert when it come to low deflection shafts but it played pretty good and hit better than the predator shafts that i've tried.
 
deep said:
Well i did have one, i used it as a playing shaft on a DZ sneaky that i used to own. I'm not a expert when it come to low deflection shafts but it played pretty good and hit better than the predator shafts that i've tried.
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Sounds good!

Anyone else?
 
I'm not too knowledgable on the i-series by McD, but I personally use a BK2. I like the hit and the shaft is pretty solid in my opinion. before I just had a generic cue for breaking with a hard tip, but the BK2 allows me to work less for a better break.

The i-series I haven't had a chance to play with but if I do get a hold of one I'll be sure to post here to let you know. enjoy.
 
I've used a 314 to break with, and it's lasted two years somehow. I have a big break and it's still in tact. I'd imagine any I-1 would be fine to break with.
 
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