Predator Z VS Predator Z2
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BPG24 said:
Wow. How could they do this?
I used to play with the z shaft (30") and switched to the z-2 (also 30") and to be honest, the difference in play is barely noticeable. I do like that the new ferrule material stays much much cleaner. If you are going to use the stock tip, the everest that comes on the z-2 is IMO a significantly better tip than the le-pro that came on the first gen.
Using the same tip on both, the Original Z has a softer hit. However the Z2 has less deflection but a little more zip. I play with the Z2 I originally played with the Z. When I find that I'm shooting a little to hard and the pockets are spitting balls as a result of the speed and spin, I'll switch to my Z until I get my stoke and speed back in line then I'll switch back to the Z2.
Black Cat
Black Cat
I measured up two 314-2's ordered at different times against my old 314's. There is a different taper, more meat on the 314-2 and it's stiffer. Predator said the taper hadn't changed, but they defintely measure different than the old shafts. My assumption is the different manufacturing process resulted in a stronger taper.
If you liked the old Z, I would say to also try a 314-2. It's stiff enough and gives a great hit. I play with 30" shafts and it's plenty stiff. I can't play with a whippy shaft either.
Chris
If you liked the old Z, I would say to also try a 314-2. It's stiff enough and gives a great hit. I play with 30" shafts and it's plenty stiff. I can't play with a whippy shaft either.
Chris
I have a Z Predator sp cue and I must bought a Z2 shaft for my Sailor cue.
I don't care much for the Predator sp w/the z but I can't say enough good things about the Z2 shaft I just got with the 5/16x18. I put a Talisman Xhard tip on it first thing and it is just wonderful. I thought my Starkey cue was sure to become my new playing cue but my old Sailor w/the Z2 is the nuts. Love it!
I don't care much for the Predator sp w/the z but I can't say enough good things about the Z2 shaft I just got with the 5/16x18. I put a Talisman Xhard tip on it first thing and it is just wonderful. I thought my Starkey cue was sure to become my new playing cue but my old Sailor w/the Z2 is the nuts. Love it!
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The 314-2 shafts changed to the z-2 style shafts taper new material and lenght. Put Kamui II with no proporsity They shoot very straight, they back cut balls very well. I've played with the 30 inch as well. They do seem not to take the wear and tear a 250. shaft should be able to take. Your just destined to have to buy a new one every few yrs. I think its the foam and the ferrule application. Alex P uses one plus what many pro's I've seen. On every make of cue. You will need to tighten up bridge hand a little and have straight stroke. I will say my gilbert and martinez hit the ball very straight accuracy is the key on the break as well. Mark There is no magic shaft. magic tip Kamui II play with one or get beat by one.
The 314-2 shafts changed to the z-2 style shafts taper new material and lenght. Put Kamui II with no proporsity They shoot very straight, they back cut balls very well. I've played with the 30 inch as well. They do seem not to take the wear and tear a 250. shaft should be able to take. Your just destined to have to buy a new one every few yrs. I think its the foam and the ferrule application. Alex P uses one plus what many pro's I've seen. On every make of cue. You will need to tighten up bridge hand a little and have straight stroke. I will say my gilbert and martinez hit the ball very straight accuracy is the key on the break as well. Mark There is no magic shaft. magic tip Kamui II play with one or get beat by one.