Why do people put chalk...

Biggest offender for bad chalk etiquette = SVB.

During his play I don't think the cube ever ends up oriented right.

A while back I was playing a guy I didn't know some cheap sets, ironically, at Blue Cube in Orange, CT, and not only did he put the chalk down sideways or upside down, but he smacked it on the rail. This, maybe because he wasn't shooting well.

I very politely asked him if he would put the chalk down so as not to get the residue all over the rails. He looked at me like I was a martian or something. Of course, he continued his dirty deeds and finally, I said, "look, I don't want chalk all over my clothes and hands." I tried to appeal to his logical side, underscoring how chalk creates friction and that is an obsticle to smooth cueing.

I guess his logic had left him because all he wanted to do then was have a fistfight. Seriously, a physical battle over chalk orientation. :confused:

Wonder what might have happened if I insulted his mom.

With hindsight, maybe I should have just kept my mouth shut and twenty dollared him to death. That would have covered the dry cleaning bill. :wink:

Best,
Brian kc
 
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Kickin' Chicken said:
Biggest offender of bad chalk etiquette = SVB.

During his play I don't think the cube ever ends up oriented right.

A while back I was playing a guy I didn't know some cheap sets, ironically, at Blue Cube in Orange, CT, and not only did he put the chalk down sideways or upside down, but he smacked it on the rail. This, maybe because he wasn't shooting well.

I very politely asked him if he would put the chalk down so as not to get the residue all over the rails. He looked at me like I was a martian or something. Of course, he continued his dirty deeds and finally, I said, "look, I don't want chalk all over my clothes and hands. I tried to appeal to his logic, underscoring how chalk creates friction and that is an absticle to smooth cueing.

I guess his logic had left him because all he wanted to do then was have a fistfight. Seriously, a physical battle over chalk orientation. :confused:

Wonder what might have happened if I insulted his mom.

With hindsight, maybe I should have just kept my mouth shut and twenty dollared him to death. That would have covered the dry cleaning bill. :wink:

Best,
Brian kc
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People's stupidity never ceases to amaze me. You should have twenty dollared him to death. Fistfight over chalk orientation is nutz.
 
metallicane said:
...on the rail upside down or on its side? It leaves chalk EVERYWHERE.QUOTE]

They try to compensate with ignorance for what they lack in ettiquette.

When I come across these guys, I always make a point to to "fix" the chalk as they approach the table...the ones that ask why, i gladly tell them and they now make the effort...

the ones that don't get it find that the chalk is always in my hand or on the floor when the need it...its weird but it works.. lol

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additionally, I learned this as a newbie, when I guy simply said to me, "I don't know if anyone ever told you, but its un-gentlemanly and poor pool ettiquette to place the chalk sideways or upside down" that was enough for me
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But if people didn't do this then John wouldn't have hooked up with Christopher Walken due to the blue chalk marked crease in his pants!




PS- That movie was cool when I just picked up a cue for the 1st time, it kinda sucks now.
 
9BallPaul said:
You may be right about that. But you're one of those people I'd like to gamble with. Bring a satchel of cabbage; we'll play the last game for your satchel.
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Interesting since you know nothing about me. For example, it seems you don't know that I have less than zero interest in playing anything, gambling or otherwise, with anyone who intentionally acts like an ass. Your lack of respect for the game and your opponent would cost you the chance at all the "cabbage" you believe you would win from me.

Good luck,

KMRUNOUT
 
i wonder how many of you would say something to efren if playing him. i noticed that he puts the chalk down.
 
LuckedOut said:
I usually set the record straight from the git-go at my place.
I make folks wash their hands before playing on my table and tell them the table is to kept clean.

If they can't handle that, then it's back to the bar boxes for them. So far no one has refused.
I do offer up the mandatory suggestion in a polite way though.:rolleyes:
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Yep, I do the same. My house rules of etiquette posted on my wall:

Please:
- Wash hands first.
- If you foul, retrieve the cue ball and hand it to your opponent.
- Place chalk cube face up when setting it down.
- Be seated in your chair when it's not your turn (or leave the room).
- Help retrieve the balls from the pockets when the game is over.

If someone doesn't read the rules or just forgets and places the chalk face down or sideways, I don't say anything. I just remove all the chalk. I have a pocket chalker that I use. When they want some chalk I'll hand them another pocket chalker and ask them to keep it in their pocket and away from the table.

As for public tables: I just let people play as they may and don't get upset about much of anything. However, it is very easy to spot others with good etiquette and let them know you appreciate playing with them because of it.
 
metallicane said:
...on the rail upside down or on its side? It leaves chalk EVERYWHERE. I played a friend of mine yesterday at my house and I leave IPT chalk on the rails for him to use. I have a cube of Kamui in a holder I use. Anyway, there is chalk all over the place. Is he clueless, does he just not care, how do you tell someone that they are making a mess without offending?

This may seem petty and for those that think so, I am sorry. It is one of my pet peeves.
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I use to do it. I never gave a single thought that one way would be better than the other. Someone had to tell me and now i dont do it.
 
NewStroke said:
One way to get your point across is to say "Hey dickhead, the chalk is upside down"
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i don't really pay attention to the chalk but i believe i place it the proper side up but if someone said "Hey dickhead, the chalk is upside down" to me, we better be friends or we be having some words :)
 
Home rules

For the originator of the post:

Your house... Your Rules!


For eveyone:
Is it an attention to detail subject. Or is this an etiquette topic that relates to class. In other words etiquette = class level.

Therefore the lower the class of the person the less etiquette to be expected from them.
 
KMRUNOUT said:
post deleted...I thought it was 9ballpaul responding to me. My mistake poolhustler. I did not know 9ballpaul's sportsmanship was a recurring thing ;-)
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I tried to send you rep, but can't. Tired to send you PM, but your box is full.

Have a Happy New Year!!
 
KMRUNOUT said:
Interesting since you know nothing about me. For example, it seems you don't know that I have less than zero interest in playing anything, gambling or otherwise, with anyone who intentionally acts like an ass. Your lack of respect for the game and your opponent would cost you the chance at all the "cabbage" you believe you would win from me.

Good luck,

KMRUNOUT
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Thanks for wishing me good luck. One question: If you and I are playing poker, and I have a personal quirk (think twitch) that really irritates you, am I cheating the game, or dishonoring any rules by exploiting your weakness?

Gambling on pool is no different. You let me get under your skin, I'll do it in a heartbeat. If we're playing a friendly social game (fine by me), I'll play like the Duke of Edinburgh.
 
Anal nits. I don't know if I put chalk up or down. I don't care. If your
focused on chalk position instead of ball position you have created one
more obstacle to winning.
I take my own chalk to the table and from the table. I dump baby powder in my left hand pocket in case I need it and it is not allowed in the room. But you'll never see a hand print on the table from me.

I guess I am a booger eating(yum-yum), skid-marked, low-life ignoramus of
the lowest class of human being but there is one aspect to 'etiquette' that I follow but you have conveniently forgotten. That is TOLERANCE for those
of whom are not up to your definition of a high standard of human behavior.

One more thing. It is definitely ill advised etiquette to call a man with a club in his hand a, "Dickhead.":kma:
 
The only solution is to have a chalk holder on a string or personal chalk holders for each player. I don't care how you put the chalk on the table. I'm more interested in what I'm doing. Your personal etiquette won't affect my game.

If I mention upside down chalk to somebody, you can bet it is a close friend or family member. Otherwise, I catalogue your indiscretion and fagedaboudit. Concentrate on running out on the table and running out the door with the greenery.

Best,
Mike
 
I can't believe that this is actually an issue with some people. Go cry about it to your mommy. It's chalk, it's messy, so what if you get a little dirty. Are you at the table to play or to look pretty? Get over it and play pool HONKY!
 
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No reason to allow anyone to leave Chalk on your Table ... Period !!!

I play Snooker two days a week at a friend's home and it is definitely a "No No"
to leave Chalk on the Rail. I use a Custom Pocket Chalker (from Saint1) and find
it works best for me.
 
If you let something like 'chalking your cue while walking away from the table' get into your head then I could beat you with simple mind games alone.

I'll make eyes at your girlfriend and watch you explode.

Try asking the opponent to stop and if he continues then just keep some chalk in your pocket. You do carry your own chalk with you when you play right?

Don't get beat by mind games.
 
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