Question about cue extensions

[justadub]

Trying to wrap my brain around what to get, and as usual, I overthink things (paralysis by analysis, lol)

Doing some Google and Amazon searching, and I can only find extensions for McDermott cues in 4" or 11" lengths.

Never having used one, it just seems to me that 4" isn't likely to be enough in many cases, and 11" seems to be too much... (I know, I know, the jokes will write themselves) and would make the cue unwieldy.

Wouldn't an 8" extension seem to make more sense? Am I missing something, you folks that use cue extensions? I play on 9' tables a vast majority of the time.

Suggestions on where or who I might contact to find one in that length?

 

[slide13]

Do you plan to keep it on all the time, like SVB, or just put it on when you need the extra reach?

If the first, then 4" might be nice and 8" would be doable too though.

If you only want it for the long reaches then I think 11" is great. I'm playing a Predator cue these days and I have their 3" extension and 8" extension. I got the 3" to try as an always on but don't really use it. The 8" I put on for long reaches and it's often great but sometimes I could use a bit more. I'll probably buy the 12" one eventually. For something you add only when you need the added reach, I think longer is probably better.

 

[DaveM]

I think the material and weight will matter also. I have some extensions that are wood and one that is carbon fiber.
8" seems to be long enough but a friend makes carbon fiber extensions with the same quick release as the one Josh Treadway
made when he built my cue. The carbon fiber extension is very light and I think around 11", this is the one I use.
I've seen some posts here on AZB praising Rick Roper's extensions but do not have one. If you do a search I'm sure some threads will pop up.

 

[garczar]

I use a full-time 3" R. Roper cf ext. on my Mezz and really like it. I'm 6'2" and with this set-up i rarely touch a crutch. I don't like having to install/remove all the time. 61" covers almost everything for me.

 

[ChrisinNC]

I use a full-time 3" R. Roper cf ext. on my Mezz and really like it. I'm 6'2" and with this set-up i rarely touch a crutch. I don't like having to install/remove all the time. 61" covers almost everything for me.

Just curious, do you know does Rick Roper live in western NC and go by the nickname Yoyo? He used to occasionally play in our weekly tournaments and our bigger Sunday tournaments here at Family Billiards outside of Boone, NC, but he hasn’t played up here since pre-Covid.

 

[WobblyStroke]

Best would be to see if there's a supplier near you to try some out. The various lengths/weights and placements (joint vs butt cap) will affect the balance and playability of your cue differently and you may find you have a rather strong preference for one over another as I did. A 5inch joint extension was best for me and how it fit with my cue and style.

 

[justadub]

Thanks for the replies. I don't plan on keeping it on all the time, just when I need the reach. There is no dealer anywhere near me to actually "try" anything.

The ones I see online are marketed specifically for McDermott cues, which includes a weight bolt that you use to replace the one that is already in there, the new one being able to accept the extension screwing in. So I don't know that it will be easy to try so-and-so's particular extension, unless they too have a way to make the cue accept it.

Thanks for the replies

 

[The_JV]

I have a slightly different insight on extensions that generally doesn't get mentioned. I do have an 8" one and do use it at times when only required.

However...

What most seem to glaze over is what these extensions do to your stroke. ...or better said that they can highlight the flaws in your stroke. As everyone knows. The spacial relationship between your bridge and cue is a lever. The closer your bridge hand is to the tip. The less cueing error you'll experience due to mechanical deviation in your stroke. Now if you're a tall player or have a larger than normal wing span, then this is probably moot. However for those who are of average height or worse yet on the smaller side. Using an extension can cause you tip placement problems if you bridge hand shifts back enough to highlight flaws in your backhand delivery. To the extreme, your bridge hand could land oddly on your shaft's taper which makes matter exponentially worse.

My point... I know pool players are generally terrified with a mechanical bridge, but it is a tool that if mastered can save you substantial heart ache.

My advice is to go with a 8"er as it covers all the bases and is convenient, but also learn how to become proficient with the mech. bridge. It won't bite, I promise.

 

[gerard soriano]

Thanks for the replies. I don't plan on keeping it on all the time, just when I need the reach. There is no dealer anywhere near me to actually "try" anything.

The ones I see online are marketed specifically for McDermott cues, which includes a weight bolt that you use to replace the one that is already in there, the new one being able to accept the extension screwing in. So I don't know that it will be easy to try so-and-so's particular extension, unless they too have a way to make the cue accept it.

Thanks for the replies

I know Amazon has a few with free returns ,so nothing to lose .

 

[garczar]

Just curious, do you know does Rick Roper live in western NC and go by the nickname Yoyo? He used to occasionally play in our weekly tournaments and our bigger Sunday tournaments here at Family Billiards outside of Boone, NC, but he hasn’t played up here since pre-Covid.

yes, thats him.

 

[bbb]

the slip over extensions are another option to consider
this is one example (and doesnt leave marks on the butt of your cue)

The Bazooka CX-19 Cue X-Tension

The BAZOOKA CX-19 Cue extension can be used alone or with the bridge for added reach. One of the main reasons for miscue is you can't reach a shot. The Bazooka fits right on most any cue for added reach to your long shot.

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