Why Delta 13?

[Delta-13Rack]

Difference between Elite and Regular Delta-13

Regarding the difference between the two Delta-13 racks, you may want to read our FAQ at www.delta-13.com which answers many of the questions posed. Below is summary of the features of each rack:

Delta-13 Regular Price Range $39.95 to $59.95. Made from cast aluminum and machined to meet rigid specifications. The rack is powder coated as cast material cannot be anodized. There are centering marks on the rails to help align the rack on the table. Colors include black, white, chrome, red, and blue. This rack cannot be engraved but you can add laser engraved leather inserts on the exterior of the rack. The regular rack will last a lifetime with proper care.

Delta-13 Elite Price range $109.95 to $139.95. Made from 6061 extruded aluminum and machined to meet rigid specifications. Each rack is measured on a coordinate measuring machine. The flatness, angles, and perpendicularity measurements are included with each rack. The tight tolerances the rack dimensions are held to make it terrific for identifying undersized balls. The rack rails are anodized in one of 5 colors.....black, gold, green, red, and blue. The corners are clear anodized. The anodize keeps the aluminum from tarnishing and creates a smooth finish. This process embeds the molecules of the color into the molecules of the aluminum using electrical charges. The rails can be custom engraved. Stainless screws hold the 3 rails and 3 corners together along with metal Loctite. Laser engraved leather inserts can also be added.

Both racks have the following features:

Both the powder coat and anodize finishes reduce the friction on your cloth and reduce cloth wear unless the rack has been abused.

Both racks have the patented ergonomic grip which was designed to help make rack separation from the balls, much easier and quicker.

Both racks will maintain the same qualities and rack consistently whether the climate is dry or damp.

Thank you for your continued support. :thumbup:

 

[berlowmj2]

country of origin

Regarding the difference between the two Delta-13 racks, you may want to read our FAQ at www.delta-13.com which answers many of the questions posed. Below is summary of the features of each rack:

Delta-13 Regular Price Range $39.95 to $59.95. Made from cast aluminum and machined to meet rigid specifications. The rack is powder coated as cast material cannot be anodized. There are centering marks on the rails to help align the rack on the table. Colors include black, white, chrome, red, and blue. This rack cannot be engraved but you can add laser engraved leather inserts on the exterior of the rack. The regular rack will last a lifetime with proper care.

Delta-13 Elite Price range $109.95 to $139.95. Made from 6061 extruded aluminum and machined to meet rigid specifications. Each rack is measured on a coordinate measuring machine. The flatness, angles, and perpendicularity measurements are included with each rack. The tight tolerances the rack dimensions are held to make it terrific for identifying undersized balls. The rack rails are anodized in one of 5 colors.....black, gold, green, red, and blue. The corners are clear anodized. The anodize keeps the aluminum from tarnishing and creates a smooth finish. This process embeds the molecules of the color into the molecules of the aluminum using electrical charges. The rails can be custom engraved. Stainless screws hold the 3 rails and 3 corners together along with metal Loctite. Laser engraved leather inserts can also be added.

Both racks have the following features:

Both the powder coat and anodize finishes reduce the friction on your cloth and reduce cloth wear unless the rack has been abused.

Both racks have the patented ergonomic grip which was designed to help make rack separation from the balls, much easier and quicker.

Both racks will maintain the same qualities and rack consistently whether the climate is dry or damp.

Thank you for your continued support. :thumbup:

Where are these racks made?

 

[whitewolf]

There is no such thing as a perfect rack unless the balls are perfectly all the same size (not likely especially after an period of use), the table has no divots in the rack area, and the racker must be skilled in racking.

Most people don't realize how must skill it takes to rack. You literally have to have "the touch" to make balls freeze. Hence the reason we have so many talented "rack mechanics" who can rack themselves a wing ball every time or rack their opponent badly (even when rack looks perfect).

There is no rack that will give you are perfect rack without all those conditions in place. Some are more durable in construction but that is the only consistent factor, but still doesn't mean the racker will or even can give you a perfect rack!

Come on guys!!!! With the Sardo rack, there is less chance that a racker can screw with the rack. Your hands NEVER TOUCH THE BALLS - YOU JUST PUSH DOWN THE TOP and bingo, EVERYBODY IS ON A LEVEL PLAYING FIELD. The breaker just has to check to see if the rack wasn't tilted, and if a ball within the rack has a little separation, then TOUGH SH!T. No pool balls are made perfectly round either. They should not be able to complain about this - only that the rack is not set straight.

The Delta 13 rack was used in the US Open. Can someone please tell me why the players took so freaking long to rack the balls. Then all the players have to come up and inspect the rack from every possilbe angle, put their hand up to block the light etc. This is so freaking stupid not using the Sardo rack I have lost interest in the US Open.

 

[Mike in MN]

Come on guys!!!! With the Sardo rack, there is less chance that a racker can screw with the rack. Your hands NEVER TOUCH THE BALLS - YOU JUST PUSH DOWN THE TOP and bingo, EVERYBODY IS ON A LEVEL PLAYING FIELD. The breaker just has to check to see if the rack wasn't tilted, and if a ball within the rack has a little separation, then TOUGH SH!T. No pool balls are made perfectly round either. They should not be able to complain about this - only that the rack is not set straight.

The Delta 13 rack was used in the US Open. Can someone please tell me why the players took so freaking long to rack the balls. Then all the players have to come up and inspect the rack from every possilbe angle, put their hand up to block the light etc. This is so freaking stupid not using the Sardo rack I have lost interest in the US Open.

Sorry dude, the Sardo rack is junk. It creates divots and craters in the cloth ... no thanks.

 

[jay helfert]

Regarding the difference between the two Delta-13 racks, you may want to read our FAQ at www.delta-13.com which answers many of the questions posed. Below is summary of the features of each rack:

Delta-13 Regular Price Range $39.95 to $59.95. Made from cast aluminum and machined to meet rigid specifications. The rack is powder coated as cast material cannot be anodized. There are centering marks on the rails to help align the rack on the table. Colors include black, white, chrome, red, and blue. This rack cannot be engraved but you can add laser engraved leather inserts on the exterior of the rack. The regular rack will last a lifetime with proper care.

Delta-13 Elite Price range $109.95 to $139.95. Made from 6061 extruded aluminum and machined to meet rigid specifications. Each rack is measured on a coordinate measuring machine. The flatness, angles, and perpendicularity measurements are included with each rack. The tight tolerances the rack dimensions are held to make it terrific for identifying undersized balls. The rack rails are anodized in one of 5 colors.....black, gold, green, red, and blue. The corners are clear anodized. The anodize keeps the aluminum from tarnishing and creates a smooth finish. This process embeds the molecules of the color into the molecules of the aluminum using electrical charges. The rails can be custom engraved. Stainless screws hold the 3 rails and 3 corners together along with metal Loctite. Laser engraved leather inserts can also be added.

Both racks have the following features:

Both the powder coat and anodize finishes reduce the friction on your cloth and reduce cloth wear unless the rack has been abused.

Both racks have the patented ergonomic grip which was designed to help make rack separation from the balls, much easier and quicker.

Both racks will maintain the same qualities and rack consistently whether the climate is dry or damp.

Thank you for your continued support. :thumbup:

I got mine in Phoenix, part of my pay for running the tournament there two years ago (at least I got something). I think it's the Delta Elite based on your description. It's the nuts when it comes to racking the balls, although I would be interested in the inserts that make it quieter to use. Thanks, just another pool player trying to get a good tight rack. :smile:

 

[skip]

I got one because they support so many tournaments. I take every chance I can to support the very few sponsors this sport has. An by the way the rack is super an will only last you a life time. :thumbup:

 

[woody_968]

After 5 years of heavy use and abuse from irresponsible guests during parties (read lubricated) my rack actually began to splinter up and leave wood debris on the table. And the balls began to stick to the front of the rack during removal.

Wow, what kind of parties do you guys have down there? :grin::grin::grin::grin::grin::grin::grin::grin:

 

[DogsPlayingPool]

The Sardo is a contraption. Looks like it was used to set pins in a bowling alley in a previous life. No thanks.

 

[PaulieB]

I only use the best, I have the gold plated Delta 13. *leans over to kiss his mini giraffe*

I love that commercial.

 

[Tony_in_MD]

Talk to the tourney promoter I am sure to have a rack used (thus promoted) in the open you have to pay for that privilege.

The year that Shane won the open do you remember the rack used? It was not being used because it was the 'best' rack out there.

......The Delta 13 rack was used in the US Open. Can someone please tell me why the players took so freaking long to rack the balls. Then all the players have to come up and inspect the rack from every possilbe angle, put their hand up to block the light etc. This is so freaking stupid not using the Sardo rack I have lost interest in the US Open.

 

[Tony_in_MD]

The answer is the magic rack. I don't care who you are, when you set the balls on this rack template, you get a perfect rack every time regardless of the table or ball conditions.

Also IMHO it takes more than just a good rack to make a wingball all of the time. I am happy if I make one 90 percent of the time.

There is no such thing as a perfect rack unless the balls are perfectly all the same size (not likely especially after an period of use), the table has no divots in the rack area, and the racker must be skilled in racking.

Most people don't realize how must skill it takes to rack. You literally have to have "the touch" to make balls freeze. Hence the reason we have so many talented "rack mechanics" who can rack themselves a wing ball every time or rack their opponent badly (even when rack looks perfect).

There is no rack that will give you are perfect rack without all those conditions in place. Some are more durable in construction but that is the only consistent factor, but still doesn't mean the racker will or even can give you a perfect rack!

 

[whitewolf]

The answer is the magic rack. I don't care who you are, when you set the balls on this rack template, you get a perfect rack every time regardless of the table or ball conditions.

Also IMHO it takes more than just a good rack to make a wingball all of the time. I am happy if I make one 90 percent of the time.

I just watched the second part of the video on the Magic Rack. After you break the balls it just sits on the table with its own REAL craters. What do you do if a ball lands in one of those craters. My only comment is: You have got to be kiddding.

 

[whitewolf]

Sorry dude, the Sardo rack is junk. It creates divots and craters in the cloth ... no thanks.

This is a myth. At home I have NEVER run into a divot or crater made from the Sardo rack.

If you think about the Delta rack, which I also use, it wears out the cloth from the rail to the headspot. Most people throw the balls into the rack while it is sitting next to the rail, and then slide the rack up to the spot and then shuffle the rack back and forth - a FEW THOUSAND times before you go buy a new cloth. To me this is JUNK. And like I have stated previously, it is hard as hell to get a tight rack with the Delta.

 

[sjensen1207]

I own a Delta-13. It's the best rack i've ever used...besides the noise (I had to buy the leather inserts to keep it quieter)..

I chose it for the following reasons:

1) It's one piece forged aluminum, so it's solid.

2) It won't dent like wood racks if balls are dropped on it, and it won't break like plastic racks.

3) It won't be affected by humidity changes in the air during the seasons. Wood racks will expand and contract (even slightly) due to changes in humidity. And plastic racks can do the same with temperature changes.

and it just provides a consistent rack.

 

[DogsPlayingPool]

The Magic Rack is simply not a replacement for the Delta or any other triangle.

I have the Magic Rack. I also have the Delta. And I use both. The Magic Rack is just not a viable choice for full rack games such as 8 Ball and especially 1 Hole and Straight Pool.

 

[Tony_in_MD]

After you break you pick up the rack, real EZ to do if there are no balls on it. 99.9 percent of the time there aren't any on the rack.

I have also let it stay on the table and never had an issue with a ball landing in a 'crater'

I just watched the second part of the video on the Magic Rack. After you break the balls it just sits on the table with its own REAL craters. What do you do if a ball lands in one of those craters. My only comment is: You have got to be kiddding.

 

[Tony_in_MD]

I agree it is not the rack for straight pool or one pocket, but then again, the nature of how well the balls are racked don't effect those games as much as with 9 and 10 ball.


There is a version for 8 ball (and I have it but not used it yet) as the only two games I play are 9 and 10 ball.

When forced to I will play 8 ball.

The Magic Rack is simply not a replacement for the Delta or any other triangle.

I have the Magic Rack. I also have the Delta. And I use both. The Magic Rack is just not a viable choice for full rack games such as 8 Ball and especially 1 Hole and Straight Pool.

 

[lfigueroa]

Regarding the difference between the two Delta-13 racks, you may want to read our FAQ at www.delta-13.com which answers many of the questions posed. Below is summary of the features of each rack:

Delta-13 Regular Price Range $39.95 to $59.95. Made from cast aluminum and machined to meet rigid specifications. The rack is powder coated as cast material cannot be anodized. There are centering marks on the rails to help align the rack on the table. Colors include black, white, chrome, red, and blue. This rack cannot be engraved but you can add laser engraved leather inserts on the exterior of the rack. The regular rack will last a lifetime with proper care.

Delta-13 Elite Price range $109.95 to $139.95. Made from 6061 extruded aluminum and machined to meet rigid specifications. Each rack is measured on a coordinate measuring machine. The flatness, angles, and perpendicularity measurements are included with each rack. The tight tolerances the rack dimensions are held to make it terrific for identifying undersized balls. The rack rails are anodized in one of 5 colors.....black, gold, green, red, and blue. The corners are clear anodized. The anodize keeps the aluminum from tarnishing and creates a smooth finish. This process embeds the molecules of the color into the molecules of the aluminum using electrical charges. The rails can be custom engraved. Stainless screws hold the 3 rails and 3 corners together along with metal Loctite. Laser engraved leather inserts can also be added.

Both racks have the following features:

Both the powder coat and anodize finishes reduce the friction on your cloth and reduce cloth wear unless the rack has been abused.

Both racks have the patented ergonomic grip which was designed to help make rack separation from the balls, much easier and quicker.

Both racks will maintain the same qualities and rack consistently whether the climate is dry or damp.

Thank you for your continued support. :thumbup:

I am compelled to ask:

So you have this aluminum thingie made to incredibly high tolerances... and then you add leather inserts?!! What does that do to all those squeaky tight tolerances?

Lou Figueroa
inquiring minds
and all that

 

[Mike in MN]

This is a myth. At home I have NEVER run into a divot or crater made from the Sardo rack.

If you think about the Delta rack, which I also use, it wears out the cloth from the rail to the headspot. Most people throw the balls into the rack while it is sitting next to the rail, and then slide the rack up to the spot and then shuffle the rack back and forth - a FEW THOUSAND times before you go buy a new cloth. To me this is JUNK. And like I have stated previously, it is hard as hell to get a tight rack with the Delta.

If it's hard for you to get a tight rack with the Delta, then something isn't right. Maybe it's all those divots you pounded into the cloth with your Sardo that are interfering with it.

 

[DogsPlayingPool]

I am compelled to ask:

So you have this aluminum thingie made to incredibly high tolerances... and then you add leather inserts?!! What does that do to all those squeaky tight tolerances?

Lou Figueroa
inquiring minds
and all that

Lou, the outside of of each of the three sides has a cut out. The inserts are placed into these cut-outs on the outside of the triangle. Doesn't change the inside dimensions at all.