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Want to purchase a new cue stick but aren’t sure whether to buy a light or heavy one? There are some things you should consider when looking for the right cue stick. Before buying a cue stick, it’s important to hold it in your hand to get a feel for how it would handle. You should first check its weight and straightness. Finally, you should test the cue stick out on a pool table.
What Cue Stick Weight Should I Go For?
This depends on your preference. However, the recommended cue stick weight range for beginners is between 19 and 20 ounces.You should try out different cue sticks by playing a number of games to find out which one is better suited to you. If you’re unsure about the weight, choose a 19-ounce cue stick.
What is the Most Common Pool Cue Stick Weight?
Majority of cue sticks measure around 59 inches and their weight ranges between 17 and 21 ounces.19-ounce cue sticks are the most common. The sticks have a tip diameter that measures 12-14mm.
What is the Best Snooker Cue Weight?
For a snooker cue, you want one that weighs between 18 and 20 ounces. Ideally, you should get a cue stick weighing 18.5-21 ounces for American pool and one that weighs 17-19 ounces for English pool.
What Weight Should My Break Cue Be?
The ideal cue stick weight varies and depends on one’s personal preference. However, heavier sticks providing similar accuracy and speed tend to break with greater power than lighter cues. For the break cue, you want a stick that falls under the standard weight (18-21 oz).
How Should I Select My Pool Cue Stick?
There are many factors to consider when choosing a cue stick. Apart from weight, consider the wrap type (leather wrap, Irish linen wrap, or no wrap), tip (soft, medium, or hard), joint pin (metal joint collar or wood-to-wood), shaft taper (10-15 inches), and shaft diameter (12mm-13mm).
What Size Cue Should I Use?
The length of a standard cue is 57-58 inches. Cue sticks measuring 50-56 inches are ideal for shorter people and children while 61-inch sticks are perfect for tall people.
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