SVB signs with Cuetec

Jerry Forsyth said:
I am not a lawyer, but I am told that a money match-up between two players is no more gambling than entering a tournament and putting up your entry fee. "Gambling" is what is done by the railbirds who bet on an outcome that they cannot influence.

If money matches, where players put up their own money in an effort to earn a payday, is gambling, then every commission-based salesman is a gambler. Using your skills to earn an income is hardly gambling.
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Jerry, I think this is true in most states.
 
I still don't see how Cuetec makes money. I've never seen anyone with a Cuetec (not even bangers lol),and I have never seen a billiard room with Cuetecs. Something fishy is going on with Cuetec. Maybe Travis Trotter is keeping them in business?
 
Gatz said:
I still don't see how Cuetec makes money. I've never seen anyone with a Cuetec (not even bangers lol),and I have never seen a billiard room with Cuetecs. Something fishy is going on with Cuetec. Maybe Travis Trotter is keeping them in business?
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Well, I have seen people with Cuetecs and also pool halls with them. I am not sure how they make LOTS of money but I can see them making some.

No matter what this is awesome for Shane and I am super happy for him.

BVal
 
rayjay said:
Congrats Shane, this will add a lot of security to your career. Re: Gambling...I honestly believe that Shane and CueTech could turn Shane's gambling prowess into a positive that could be promoted. Since it seems to be imposible to seperate gambling from pool, I think it could be promoted in a way that it's a win-win-win for Shane, CueTech and Pool.
:p
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pool=gambling

pocket billiards is what we play, "pooling" the $$$$ is what we do, in otherwords gambling at pocket billiards. nothing wrong with that, been that way since day one. Its how you conduct your self that matters, SVB is a class act and represents himself and his conduct accordingally
 
Many congratulations to Shane and Cuetec, and thank you Cristina for sharing the news with us!

Re: Gambling... Shane is one of the nicest gentlemen in pool and as long as he continues to conduct himself in that manner, I don't see how it would be a problem. He isn't hustling anyone, and anyone who wishes to gamble against Shane knows what calibre player he is.
 
I'd think it would be extremely difficult for SVB to "hustle" anyone. His speed is too well known.
 
Cris...WOW! That's HUGE news...and what a great deal for Shane! I think it's great that Cuetec Cues (not to be confused with Cue Tech Pool School), is back involved with men's pool! Shane will make an excellent player representative for them. It also says a lot about the playability of their new 360 shaft. If Shane thinks he can win with it, it will draw fans! Pairing up, professionally, with the world's best female player can't hurt either! :D Congratulations to the SouthDakotaKid! :thumbup: Thanks for sharing, Cris!

Scott Lee
www.poolknowledge.com

CrisDeLaGarza said:
Shane is still in China and has little time to spend online but he wanted me to post this to let everyone know about his exciting news.

Shane is happy to report that he will join the Cuetec team with Allison as he signed a 3-year deal with Cuetec yesterday. This is something he has been considering for over a year now and he had interest from other cue companies as well. But after consideration, testing out several products and getting familiar with the company itself, Shane is very optimistic about the partnership with Cuetec and is very much looking forward to working with them. For anyone that doesn't know, they have a new wood shaft out (R360) that is made of Canadian maple which is what prompted him to start considering their offers.

Shane and Allison will be in Vegas in 2 weeks to represent Cuetec at the BCA Expo. This pic is from the players reception in China this week:
ShanenAllison2.jpg


More details will probably be out soon in a press release.
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Hu...This is a great thread, positive for pool, in every way, and your post hit's the nail on the head, about Shane. This 'security' may allow him to relax enough, to live up his potential, as an international, invincible (ala Efren), professional player. I don't think he's even close to his true peak skill level yet...and look how great he plays now! He gains more experience almost every month, and who knows how well he'll play, in another three years! It's exciting for ALL of us, especially with the potential of a new American player, who can hopefully dominate the world's best, for years to come! :thumbup:

Scott Lee
www.poolknowledge.com

ShootingArts said:
There is a world of difference between gambling and hustling, particularly the shadiest side of hustling. We never hear of Shane doing anything that would bring discredit to himself or a sponsor. Having Shane onboard will be a big boost to Cuetec and I think having a little stability in his income for a few years will be a big boost for Shane. Looking forward to good things from both!

Hu
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Matt_24...Good point! I think this is what will happen too. At best, he can keep his old shaft (and have it retapped for the Cuetec butt), and have the 360 shaft, custom-made to his specs...using either, as desired, or needed.

Scott Lee
www.poolknowledge.com

Matt_24 said:
He could have them make a butt that fits his shaft? :) Why not....since almost everyone uses an aftermarket shaft these days.

I'm totally buying an SVB model Cuetec when it comes out (w/ pred shaft).
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It is so great, to get information, 'straight from the horse's mouth'...so to speak! It answers things perfectly, and quells all the rumors immediately! Thanks again, Cris! :thumbup:

Scott Lee
www.poolknowledge.com

CrisDeLaGarza said:
Shane will most definitely be shooting with a a full Cuetec cue...shaft and butt. I am not sure which Cuetec shaft he will use but it will definitely be made by them. After his tournament in Quatar he will make the switch to his new cue.
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See how it goes boys!!!!....

1. your the next upncoming world beater.

2. you win EVERYTHING, and the pool world loves you!

3. you go out and crush the worlds best players with ease....and win the U.S. Open.


THEN!....you get a nice sweet girlfriend......next thing that happens is you are playing with.....a CUETEC!:eek:


just kiddin you all!

so Shane, did you guys set the date yet?......buy that first house?.....

I got 2 words........china pattern!


LOL

G.
 
Gatz...The U.S. market is a tiny fraction of the overall Cuetec market, worldwide. They have a 1,000,000,000 poplulation to sell to, in Asia...imagine what 1/100th of 1% is (100,000 cue sales a year)? A little slice of a very big pie is worth millions annually to Cuetec. I'm glad to see them investing in some new technology, that will attract attention, if it plays well...and Shane will make an excellent addition to their stable of players!

Scott Lee
www.poolknowledge.com

Gatz said:
I don't undetstand...how does Cuetec even make any money? I have never even seen anybody "PLAY" with a Cuetec lol.

Are Cuetecs really popular in the states? They must be.
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CrisDeLaGarza said:
Shane is still in China and has little time to spend online but he wanted me to post this to let everyone know about his exciting news.

Shane is happy to report that he will join the Cuetec team with Allison as he signed a 3-year deal with Cuetec yesterday. This is something he has been considering for over a year now and he had interest from other cue companies as well. But after consideration, testing out several products and getting familiar with the company itself, Shane is very optimistic about the partnership with Cuetec and is very much looking forward to working with them. For anyone that doesn't know, they have a new wood shaft out (R360) that is made of Canadian maple which is what prompted him to start considering their offers.

Shane and Allison will be in Vegas in 2 weeks to represent Cuetec at the BCA Expo. This pic is from the players reception in China this week:
ShanenAllison2.jpg


More details will probably be out soon in a press release.
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GR8 news!!! Hope S makes the transition to his new weapon quickly and realizes unprecedented success.

On a side note i always thought ALLIE was a fox, but, is it just me or is she taking on some sleek, sinewy cougar type charachteristics:confused::smile:
 
It wont be much of a difference for Shane, since he does not use a low deflction shaft anyway.
 
neither of you are far wrong

Scott Lee said:
poolplayer2093...Yeah, you're right! A cue company is gonna do whatever the player wants them to, for his personal playing cue! Good point! :thumbup:

Scott Lee
www.poolknowledge.com
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Cris has said the cue will be all Cuetec and unless or until she or Shane himself says something different I would take that as bible. Judging by past history of many sponsor/competitor relationships, the cue Shane plays with may or may not be tuned to his exact preferences. Many a sponsored competitor isn't playing with an off the shelf item.

One thing I very much respect is that Shane has been considering this deal for some time. He didn't jump into it rashly and I am quite sure that Cuetec didn't. Whatever he plays with, I'll bet it doesn't hurt his game although there might be a short transition period.

Hu
 
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