Hello, I've been browsing around for a while now waiting for my membership to get activated and I'm quite excited to be able to post and contribute now. I've learned a lot already.
I used to play somewhat regularly years ago and then took a few years off and am just starting to get back into it. Back when I was playing regularly I picked up a base model Viking and have played with that ever since. I've decided to get a new cue and turn the Viking into my break cue (thinking I'll get a break only shaft made for it...I live right outside Madison, WI so Viking is very conveniently located for me). In my search to find a new cue I originally thought something like Meucci or other brand name cue. Then I started learning a little about all the custom makers out there. Turns out my dad works with Pat Diveney and I guess he's a pretty good cuemaker from what I've read. Also I heard about Jeff Olney who lives very close to Ames, IA where I went to school. I emailed him and it turned out he had a couple Plain Jane cues he was just finishing up. I put my name on one and it should be here tomorrow I think. (I'll put some pictures and thoughts in the cue review forum when it arrives). I was very excited to learn I could get a nice plain cue from someone like Jeff rather then a more mass produced name brand cue for the same price.
So, rambling aside, I was wondering if anyone has a suggestion for a good book. I need to polish up my skills and would love a good basic book that covers everything from stance and stroke to specific drills and tips on improving your game. The small amount skill I once had is now long gone and I know it's going to take a lot of work to get it back again. Thankfully that type of work is fun
