New Cue
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jojopiff said:
How long have you been playing, and how often do you play? I wouldn't get a new cue if you're going to use it once a week, but if you're playing often that should be plenty of time. Heck, last weekend I used a brand new cue for the first time in league and got out like it was my job!
-J
Depending on YOUR ability to adapt, I would think it could be enough time. if the Joss and the Schon both have a SS joint it will take less time. Yes I know the taper, balance, and weight may take some getting used to, but if the one you buy plays BETTER (in your mind) than the Joss, you may find yourself playing better that you are now. Not knowing why you are changing cues, it's hard to say, but I have some some good and great players adapt to a new cue quickly, and some never get used to their "new cue" I'm sure this doesn't help much but I say go for it. If you get a new cue and the learning curve is not working for you, you could always go back to the Joss for the Tournament IMO
I'm also considering getting the Predator Z-2 shaft with the Schon CX-66.
I have played exclusively with the Joss since I started playing about 6 years ago.
So I'm pretty used to the way it plays and I was looking at the deflection rating on the Platinum Billiards website.
I see there is a VERY big difference in the Joss shaft and the Predator Z-2 shaft.
Thoughts
I have played exclusively with the Joss since I started playing about 6 years ago.
So I'm pretty used to the way it plays and I was looking at the deflection rating on the Platinum Billiards website.
I see there is a VERY big difference in the Joss shaft and the Predator Z-2 shaft.
Thoughts
jojopiff said:
If you're going to buy it either way (before or after the tourney) why not buy it now, and start using it. If you adjust quickly then great, if not just go back to the Joss you know so well. It's not like you're going to forget how to shoot with the Joss forever as soon as you touch the Schon.
I agree.........it depends on how quickly you adapt to new cues. I would give it a try and see how you adjust. If you can't adjust quickly, switch back.
I got my new Starkey cue and adjusted to it in about 2 minutes. No lie!!
Let us know how it works out for you!!
Russ......
I got my new Starkey cue and adjusted to it in about 2 minutes. No lie!!
Let us know how it works out for you!!
Russ......
Why don't you take that money to Vegas with you & then test hit with all the thousands of different varieties of cues there. Use your Joss for the tourney & buy a cue to take home. Then you'll have a trusted cue for the game, and then all summer to get aquanted with the new one before fall season kicks off. If you need help or advice, myself & Wes Hunter are coming out for the team event around the 13th. My team's name is Sugartree. Wes is just coming along for fun. Don't worry, we are not looking for business so if you need advice, it would be 100% unbiased & genuinely intended to get you going in the right direction. You'd have two accomplished custom builders to use as a resource if you need But otherwise, I reccomend getting a cue out there. They are cheaper because nobody wants to not sell cues, and there's a bunch to choose from. Plus you can test hit them before making any decisions.
But otherwise, I reccomend getting a cue out there. They are cheaper because nobody wants to not sell cues, and there's a bunch to choose from. Plus you can test hit them before making any decisions.
qbilder said:Why don't you take that money to Vegas with you & then test hit with all the thousands of different varieties of cues there. Use your Joss for the tourney & buy a cue to take home. Then you'll have a trusted cue for the game, and then all summer to get aquanted with the new one before fall season kicks off. If you need help or advice, myself & Wes Hunter are coming out for the team event around the 13th. My team's name is Sugartree. Wes is just coming along for fun. Don't worry, we are not looking for business so if you need advice, it would be 100% unbiased & genuinely intended to get you going in the right direction. You'd have two accomplished custom builders to use as a resource if you need
Not that I get to do this that often to correct Eric
Our team name in Vegas will actually be Shooter's Hustlers. Our shirts will have Sugartree Custom Cues on them though. Also excellent advise on picking up a cue out there. There are MANY choices and usually some pretty good deals.
I would post a WTB on the Wanted For Sale Forum.
Should get many offers.
Should get many offers.
qbilder said:Why don't you take that money to Vegas with you & then test hit with all the thousands of different varieties of cues there. Use your Joss for the tourney & buy a cue to take home. Then you'll have a trusted cue for the game, and then all summer to get aquanted with the new one before fall season kicks off. If you need help or advice, myself & Wes Hunter are coming out for the team event around the 13th. My team's name is Sugartree. Wes is just coming along for fun. Don't worry, we are not looking for business so if you need advice, it would be 100% unbiased & genuinely intended to get you going in the right direction. You'd have two accomplished custom builders to use as a resource if you need
couldn't agree more with this statement. wait til you get there - play with your Joss, and test the heck out of everything you can get your hands on out there. unless you KNOW you won't be happy with anything but "that" schon, testing a buncha different options is ideal!!!
Pushout said:
I'm used of the Z-shaft in just a few minutes. Changing from an ultra fat taper
, with high deflection . But it was a 12mm tip, so it's a little similar to the Z .But if you ask me, you can trust Pushout. It's surely not enough time to get used of the pred.