7' tables are easier for sure. However run outs aren't common because of congestion of balls. So I play and practice on a 7' table because it's available to me but would rather play a 8-9'.
Seriously, Do you like pool events on 7 foot table?
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7' tables are easier for sure. However run outs aren't common because of congestion of balls. So I play and practice on a 7' table because it's available to me but would rather play a 8-9'.
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I very rarely approach pool from a purist mindset. I don't obsess over trying to create a gameplan to create more exposure for the sport that I love so dearly. I play and improve my game because I find tons of intrinsic pleasure in it.
I love the game, and I love watching matches and streams regardless of the race, table conditions, size of the tables, size of the pockets, etc.
Now, maybe pros play on bar tables because it is what most amateur players and beginner's relate to best. These same amateurs want to see the pros run out racks, not play lock-up safety battles (the viewers loss, at that). I haven't seen a statistic yet but I'd be curious to see the number of viewing subscriptions on bar box events vs. 9-foot events.
Again, at the end of the day, I find it pleasurable to watch any kind of pool, on any size table.
I love the game, and I love watching matches and streams regardless of the race, table conditions, size of the tables, size of the pockets, etc.
Now, maybe pros play on bar tables because it is what most amateur players and beginner's relate to best. These same amateurs want to see the pros run out racks, not play lock-up safety battles (the viewers loss, at that). I haven't seen a statistic yet but I'd be curious to see the number of viewing subscriptions on bar box events vs. 9-foot events.
Again, at the end of the day, I find it pleasurable to watch any kind of pool, on any size table.
Bar table 8 ball is the only game that I want to see the pros play. One of my favorite tourneys every year is the Us bar table championships. Some of the best shots that I've ever seen were in that event! John Morra had the best shot that I've ever seen in the finals a few years back!!
I agree 100%.
Don't particularly enjoy watching it, but that doesn't mean it requires any more or less skill to compete at it against other good players.
Your opponent defines the "difficulty" of any game, not the equipment, and I can see bar box pool being something of a mind****, since you're never, ever safe, despite any lead. I remember reading a story about Ernesto Dominguez playing King Kong on a bar box. Ernesto was up 6-0, feeling good, and then King Kong responded with an 18 pack!
Again, that above situation would be boring to watch, but intensely demanding to play, especially during a long gambling session, which makes more sense for bar table pool. It shouldn't be a tournament game.
Your opponent defines the "difficulty" of any game, not the equipment, and I can see bar box pool being something of a mind****, since you're never, ever safe, despite any lead. I remember reading a story about Ernesto Dominguez playing King Kong on a bar box. Ernesto was up 6-0, feeling good, and then King Kong responded with an 18 pack!
Again, that above situation would be boring to watch, but intensely demanding to play, especially during a long gambling session, which makes more sense for bar table pool. It shouldn't be a tournament game.
I would say pros should always play on the hardest setup there is for the game type and would say 7 footers have that place in 8ball. That or they should add 8-10 balls on a 9 footer so they have the same clutter to deal with. :smile:
For pros pockets should always be tight with nice size shelves, and that includes the sides. Though Diamonds get so much praise on how much more difficult they are, I have seen plenty with side pockets on them that even I couldn't miss shooting into.
I do not like to watch it. I witnessed Dennis run 8 racks at Smokin aces and it was boring to say the least! Watching any pro on a bar box is less than exciting for me. They belong on a 9 ft table with tight pockets. Its that simple. These up and coming bar box pro's are not even on the same level as the big table guy's. Not even close.
IMO, 9-ball and 10-ball are boring to watch on any size table. Straight pool, american rotation and one pocket are fun to watch on 9' or 10' tables with moderate pockets (I think Diamond struck a good balance with their "pro cut"). 8-ball is usually pretty boring at a pro level, but playing on a smaller table increases the odds that you'll see some congestion that will call for an interesting pattern or break out shot.
Yes, mainly because I struggle on a bar box still.... 
I am OK with having a specialized pro event for 7 foot tables, but not what CSI did. And this is from someone who thinks CSI is the best organization for pool, in the US at least.
I'm with you RF. Good point.
Why stop there?
How about Pro players only play on 12' tables with 2 3/8" pocket openings using 8mm hard plastic tips without chalk and strobing lights?
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Playing on any 7 foot table.......
is like Put-put golf! I mean can you picture Tiger Woods on a miniature golf course, timing the "windmill" so it doesn’t knock his ball off the troll bridge?
I can't believe some of these APA events I see where people have Schon's, Joss's and even Ginacues, waiting to play on some Valley Table with bad cloth, unmatched rails, dirty and chipped balls, I mean you cannot be serious!
is like Put-put golf! I mean can you picture Tiger Woods on a miniature golf course, timing the "windmill" so it doesn’t knock his ball off the troll bridge?
I can't believe some of these APA events I see where people have Schon's, Joss's and even Ginacues, waiting to play on some Valley Table with bad cloth, unmatched rails, dirty and chipped balls, I mean you cannot be serious!