I just recently switched from an OB break cue to a Mezz Power Break II with a Deep Impact shaft, and wanted to give a quick review. Please bear in mind that I'm a new member of the forum and have to learn the ropes here.
I generally play 9/10 ball. In 9-ball, I'd generally make one on the break, at about 80% capacity. In 10-ball, I'd get one on the break about 50% of the time, at about 90% capacity. I've never had a monster break, so I always had to put forth more effort. Using the PBII w/DI shaft, I break at 60%-70% capacity, respectively, and get better results. Now, it's nothing uncommon for me to get 2 balls on the break in 10-ball. I even occasionally drive the 10 ball into one of the corner pockets.
The PBII is roughly 4" shorter than your standard cue, which made me think that I wouldn't be able to generate enough power to get a decent spread. I couldn't have been more wrong. I actually had to dial back the power I was using, because I kept blasting the cue ball off the table. I can use less power, which enables me to increase cue ball control. Another great thing about the PBII is the ability to tailor the weight and balance to your specific needs. 1st-you can adjust the weight by changing the weight bolt in the butt. 2nd-the butt breaks apart, much like a jump/break cue, and you can change the balance by adding or subtracting weight rings.
I've been playing pool for more years than I care to remember and have at least tried most every popular/new item that has come along. For me, the PBII is the best break cue that I've ever used, bar none.
Well, that's my 2 cents worth. Hope someone finds it useful.
I generally play 9/10 ball. In 9-ball, I'd generally make one on the break, at about 80% capacity. In 10-ball, I'd get one on the break about 50% of the time, at about 90% capacity. I've never had a monster break, so I always had to put forth more effort. Using the PBII w/DI shaft, I break at 60%-70% capacity, respectively, and get better results. Now, it's nothing uncommon for me to get 2 balls on the break in 10-ball. I even occasionally drive the 10 ball into one of the corner pockets.
The PBII is roughly 4" shorter than your standard cue, which made me think that I wouldn't be able to generate enough power to get a decent spread. I couldn't have been more wrong. I actually had to dial back the power I was using, because I kept blasting the cue ball off the table. I can use less power, which enables me to increase cue ball control. Another great thing about the PBII is the ability to tailor the weight and balance to your specific needs. 1st-you can adjust the weight by changing the weight bolt in the butt. 2nd-the butt breaks apart, much like a jump/break cue, and you can change the balance by adding or subtracting weight rings.
I've been playing pool for more years than I care to remember and have at least tried most every popular/new item that has come along. For me, the PBII is the best break cue that I've ever used, bar none.
Well, that's my 2 cents worth. Hope someone finds it useful.
