Putting backspin on the cue ball is the most profound pleasurable experience in life.
The thing I enjoy most about pool is when I am at the table nothing else matters. I am almost certain that the roof could blow off while I am shooting and I wouldn't even notice until later. When I am shooting there is nothing else besides my cue, the felt, the balls, and 6 pockets.
Knowing that there is a "best" shot each time up and trying to figure it out/execute it properly.
Craig
It's challenging, meditative, and in the moment.