
Another popular one is the QXtender.Īll of your new gear should fit nicely into a 2x4 case, and then you will be prepared for anything. That means it won't disrupt my stroke on shots that I can't quite reach. I use the Longoni cue extension because there isn't a big flare where it attaches to the cue. I would recommend a London Bridge or a Moosehead that you can slip onto your break cue in a pinch.ġ0. The glove has the benefit of guaranteeing a fluid movement. As the game progresses, your hands become moist, which can impede the slide of the shaft. Far from being a stylish detail or comfy bonus, the billiards glove truly helps improve your accuracy. Most bridges offered at pool halls and bars are fairly useless when shooting over balls. The billiards glove helps you execute a straight, fluid, continuous movement when shooting. I can't express the importance of this one. I play with the Kamui Super Soft Black.ĩ. There are all different kinds of tips out there, and it may take some experimenting to find the one that is right for you. A quality tip on both of your low deflection shafts. I have a Lucasi Purex that actually breaks into three pieces for variable lengths when breaking or jumping.Ĩ. I highly recommend breaking with a different cue, and if you're going to carry a second cue, you may as well be able to jump with it. Remember that low deflection shaft I was talking about? Well get two in case one loses a tip mid game.ħ. I carry my bottle of Cue Silk everywhere I go, and it has saved me numerous times.Ħ.

If you're not into wearing a glove, then get yourself a good shaft conditioner. When you play in places that are hot and humid, you'll find that your cue won't slide smoothly between your fingers and it will affect your stroke. Some good ones are the Q Wiz Cleaner/Polisher, and Nick's Edge burnishing papers.ĥ.

To get rid of the roughness until you get it to the cue repairman you can use burnishing papers. Your cue is bound to fall or get nicks from general use. Find 1pc left hand anti slip breathable solid billiards glove with reinforced stitching and high elastic lycra mesh at Temu, part of our latest Sports. Three of my favorites are the Cuetec 3 in 1 Bowtie tool, the It's George tip tapper/shaper, and the Kamui gator grip tip tool.Ĥ. There are some great multiple purpose tools out there.

After many hours of play your tip will become flat and smooth, and you will start to miscue. My personal fave is the Lucasi Hybrid Slim.ģ. There are many on the market, and all the big cue companies make them. Great, consistent play starts with a low deflection shaft, and almost all of the top players use them. I know they don't come covered in skulls or emblazoned with half naked ladies, but a real pool player needs a real cue. If you go from bar to bar, you don't know what kind of chalk they will have so its best to arrive prepared.Ģ. Whether you like Master, Kamui, Triangle or Blue Diamond you should always have at least one spare cube in your case. Many players start with this equipment, and that is ok for recreational players who don't want to improve their skill level, but once you decide you want to be a real player there are certain essential items you must carry at all times.ġ. If you want to be able to call yourself a pool player, it's not enough to just sling a 1x1 case holding a fiberglass cue over your shoulder.
