It seems that I simply enjoy trying out new tools of the trade.
A recent product that caught my attention was the Pro Shot Glove. I read some limited information about the product and was intrigued.
I received the Pro Shot Glove yesterday which is made by Great Billiards Inc. (www.greatbilliards.com)
After reading the disclaimer which included a few warnings about some people having allergies to latex products and the uses of the Pro Shot Glove, I dove right in.
This is a pool training aid. Most people who have an unintentional wrist curl could benefit immensely from using this device. I can see how players who have a little lateral movement in their wrist could benefit immediately from wearing the glove. Contrary to my initial reaction after reading the Disclaimer, the glove was comfortable to wear, even though it restricted the side to side motion of my wrist.
It comes with velcro straps in different configurations which are adequately depicted in the Instructions however the photos used could have been of higher resolution. Still, I had no trouble attaching the Pro Shot Glove to my stroking hand.
I was a little apprehensive about wearing it for extended periods of time because of the disclaimer but decided I would give it a fair shot and so I wore and played with the glove for approximately two hours, practicing different shots.
The Pro Shot Glove gives additional stability to your wrist and I didn't feel abnormally restricted while wearing it. I was able to make the same shots with the same consistency as usual and there were times when I started believing that it actually helped my accuracy but that was on long power shots where I have a natural tendency to twist my wrist outside or inside. It seemed that I was able to make more power shots with the glove but I didn't record any statistics to subtantiate that.
Tonight I plan to use the glove in our weekly handicapped tournament and see how I play with it.
This glove has been tested and used by professional players and been given a thumbs up. I give the glove a thumbs up and will see how I do tonight.
For the record, this is not a cheaply designed glove. This glove reminds me of some of the high end orthopedic devices on the market.
If you are inclined to have some unwanted lateral movement in your wrist, this is definitely the product for you.
I've heard people complain for YEARS about their inability to produce a straight stroke and I know that lateral wrist movement is one of the main culprits. Besides the adjustable velcro straps and comfortable glove the product utilizes a set of comfortably housed, small pieces of lightweight metal which helps keep the wrist in line. BTW, the glove did not appear to have any effect on my forward and backward natural motion of my stroking hand.
Much more information is available about this product and you can even register for a chance at a free 3 hour pool lesson and dinner with the ICEMAN, Mika Immonen by clicking here.
Hope you enjoyed the JoeyA HEADS-UP and we'll see you on the tournament trail.
A recent product that caught my attention was the Pro Shot Glove. I read some limited information about the product and was intrigued.
I received the Pro Shot Glove yesterday which is made by Great Billiards Inc. (www.greatbilliards.com)
After reading the disclaimer which included a few warnings about some people having allergies to latex products and the uses of the Pro Shot Glove, I dove right in.
This is a pool training aid. Most people who have an unintentional wrist curl could benefit immensely from using this device. I can see how players who have a little lateral movement in their wrist could benefit immediately from wearing the glove. Contrary to my initial reaction after reading the Disclaimer, the glove was comfortable to wear, even though it restricted the side to side motion of my wrist.
It comes with velcro straps in different configurations which are adequately depicted in the Instructions however the photos used could have been of higher resolution. Still, I had no trouble attaching the Pro Shot Glove to my stroking hand.
I was a little apprehensive about wearing it for extended periods of time because of the disclaimer but decided I would give it a fair shot and so I wore and played with the glove for approximately two hours, practicing different shots.
The Pro Shot Glove gives additional stability to your wrist and I didn't feel abnormally restricted while wearing it. I was able to make the same shots with the same consistency as usual and there were times when I started believing that it actually helped my accuracy but that was on long power shots where I have a natural tendency to twist my wrist outside or inside. It seemed that I was able to make more power shots with the glove but I didn't record any statistics to subtantiate that.
Tonight I plan to use the glove in our weekly handicapped tournament and see how I play with it.
This glove has been tested and used by professional players and been given a thumbs up. I give the glove a thumbs up and will see how I do tonight.
For the record, this is not a cheaply designed glove. This glove reminds me of some of the high end orthopedic devices on the market.
If you are inclined to have some unwanted lateral movement in your wrist, this is definitely the product for you.
I've heard people complain for YEARS about their inability to produce a straight stroke and I know that lateral wrist movement is one of the main culprits. Besides the adjustable velcro straps and comfortable glove the product utilizes a set of comfortably housed, small pieces of lightweight metal which helps keep the wrist in line. BTW, the glove did not appear to have any effect on my forward and backward natural motion of my stroking hand.
Much more information is available about this product and you can even register for a chance at a free 3 hour pool lesson and dinner with the ICEMAN, Mika Immonen by clicking here.
Hope you enjoyed the JoeyA HEADS-UP and we'll see you on the tournament trail.
