Pool Cue

[Jose0921]

I've been playing pool recreational for a few years and now im getting serious about playing. I was wondering what would be a good first pool cue i should buy. Im not looking to spend hundreds of dollars, just want to get a good beginner cue to start off.

 

[BryanB]

I would say you could spend $150-250 and get a decent playing cue that you will be happy with. Many of the production cue companies make nice cues. Once you start paying hundreds of dollars you are paying for name, design, and maybe resale value.

 

[Jose0921]

Any specific suggestions on pool cues? honestly i was looking to spend under 100 but im not sure if that would get me anything good. Im not playing in any tournaments any time soon so i dont want to spend too much money

 

[BryanB]

For under $100, maybe a Scorpion, Action, or Cuetec brand. There are so many really. Her's a link to Pooldawg's website with cues in the $50-100 range
http://www.pooldawg.com/category/3/50-99-99?sort=price_desc

 

[Jose0921]

Should i buy the cue online or should i look for billiards stores around my area to purchase a cue?

 

[measureman]

Take a look at Players cues and if you buy on line it will be about 20% off retail at a store. They are the best bang for the buck.
http://www.billiardwarehouse.com/cues/players/players_pool_cues.htm

I would also consider Schmelke cues-the sneaky petes look good
http://www.billiardwarehouse.com/cues/schmelke/schmelke_pool_cues.htm

 

[Jose0921]

Which would you recommend from the players cues? I dont really have experience in choosing cues, i usually just play with the cues at place i play.

 

[measureman]

I would spend a little more and get something from the X series. I have heard good things about them.

 

[Sloppy Pockets]

Which would you recommend from the players cues? I dont really have experience in choosing cues, i usually just play with the cues at place i play.

I like my Players cue a lot. I went through a whole rack of them at the local billiard supply store and found one with a really great shaft. You won't be able to do that online, so I feel it's worth the extra money paid to be able to pick a good one. Besides, this one had an older price on it, and it was a little shop worn so I got the sales clerk to knock 20% off anyway.

Paid $48 for it, took it home and cleaned it up and it looks great... except for the decal "points". I took it to a lesson with a well-known and respected teacher and she thought it played great, so I guess it was a good purchase.

Recently I changed out the Le Pro tip it came with for one if those UltraSkin soft tips that Tom Hay sells at a great price to AZers. What a nice playing cue it is now! Sure, I'd love a sweet custom cue, but this one shoots nice and straight for me, and gets good action on the CB. I never had much of a draw my whole life, but now I can draw the ball easily. They say the tip is the most important part of the the hit, so whatever you get, consider putting on one of his tips. Best bang for the buck I've found in pool to date.

 

[Sloppy Pockets]

Oops, I forgot. This is the one I have:

http://www.billiardwarehouse.com/cues/players/players_g-1003.htm

 

[Jose0921]

Thanks for the help guys. I found a store in my area and im probably going to buy a c9913 players cue for $80. What do u think?

 

[measureman]

Thats a nice looking cue. Try out the Le Pro tip first. You may want to change it to a layered tip later or you just might like it. Le Pro tips are hit and miss. If you get a good one they are pretty good tips.

 

[Jose0921]

Yea I checked it out today and it seems like a pretty good cue. Im gonna try it out tomorrow and see how it shoots. Thanks for the help

 

[measureman]

Yea I checked it out today and it seems like a pretty good cue. Im gonna try it out tomorrow and see how it shoots. Thanks for the help

Let us know what you do. So many threads like this end with no feed back. We would like to know how it worked out for you.

 

[Jose0921]

Let us know what you do. So many threads like this end with no feed back. We would like to know how it worked out for you.

Definitely! I'll be shooting with it all day tomorrow so ill leave some feedback after i test it out

 

[allanpsand]

When you get your stick, find a local cue maker or cue mechanic.

One of the things you want to check out is the different weights that give you the best feel and stroke follow-through. The cue guy can set different weights and you can try out each variation in 1/2 and 1/4 ounce adjustments.

When you get your stick at the right weight and balance is is a joy to stroke each shot.

 

[Jose0921]

Hey guys I tried it the players cue yesterday for about 3 hours and so far I'm loving it. It's 19 oz and it seems like the perfect weight. And I noticed that using English is a lot easier than when I used a regular cue.