pool cues... any recomendations?

[pdeacon]

played alot of pool (8 ball) back in the day - thinkin of getting back into it...
wanna buy a new cue. whats the way to go? 1 piece graphite? 2 piece?
whats the new technology?
weight in ounces for the average player?

thanks for any info....

[jkwhat]

This.

http://www.wimp.com/pooltable/

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[MCMLXXXIX]

graphite cues kick ass

no-warp ftw

[ukthunderace]

Well, the best I ever played with was a snooker cue (when I lived in England). You end up having to replace tips all the time because the billiard balls are heavier than snooker balls, but the control and English you can get is amazing.

[johnL]

What is your budget?

[PIMPIN THE E92]

McDermott cues are awesome

[Bayani]

Having been born in the Philippines, billiards was a huge part pastime. I'd say visit the P.I. and grab yourself a nice Pampangan, handmade cue. The craftsmanship which goes into the making of these cues is unparalleled. Plus, they just look amazing. They stroke like nothing else and there is just something very organic about those cues. I suppose I'm bias, though.

[Spool]

Who buys 1 piece cues these days? LOL



I have a over 10 cues and my two favorite are my Meucci and my Sneaky pete Olivier



Get a custom Olivier like the one i have, and don't look back...will cost u 300 tho

[KiokenM3]

ive always shot with quetec's. never wanted to try any other brand.

[pdeacon]

^ this is some good info - budget is not really an issue... ill pay whatever gets me a great cue... but visiting the phillipines is out of the question lol

sounds like McDermott, Meucci, Olivier and Quetec are some to check out...

thanks guys - preciate it....

[Bayani]

Originally Posted by pdeacon

^ this is some good info - budget is not really an issue... ill pay whatever gets me a great cue... but visiting the phillipines is out of the question lol

sounds like McDermott, Meucci, Olivier and Quetec are some to check out...

thanks guys - preciate it....

Haha, I know, I was just kidding around. I'd say go with Lucasi cues or Cuetec. I have a Cuetec graphite cue and I love it.

[pdeacon]

Originally Posted by Bayani

Haha, I know, I was just kidding around. I'd say go with Lucasi cues or Cuetec. I have a Cuetec graphite cue and I love it.

thanks bro - im gonna check out some graphite sticks pretty soon - never felt one but it sounds like their the way to go...
im not sure if i should buy online or go to a local shop cuz id really like to feel the thing before purchase...

[Heinzftw]

Viking cues

Hi,
Pool cues are tapered sticks usually made of wood. These are essential equipment in billiards and pool games. Some of the cues have graphite or fiberglass as an outer covering.... Thanks...

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[hayjoelb]

Originally Posted by MCMLXXXIX

graphite cues kick ass

no-warp ftw

Meh I don't like graphite. The shafts build up residue really quickly, so u either have to use a lot of chalk or use a glove...and gloves are ghey. Had one for a bit and got rid of it.

OP if you're just getting into pool, don't get too crazy. At first you won't even be able to tell much of a difference between a $100 and $1000 cue. If you're not looking to spend much money, I'd go with a Players cue. Other good, slightly more expensive brands (their entry-level lineup) are McDermott and Lucasi. Go with either 18 or 19oz weight.

[pdeacon]

^ appreciate the info - thanks bro.
not new to billiards - long time player - but havnt played in awhile...
with all the different brands mentioned in this thread, i got plenty of info to go down to the local shop and check out what they got....