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After problem with a cue tip during an important match (Graeme Dott), I heard that Ronnie had a chat with John Higgins and got recommended Talisman Cue Tips. As far as I know both John and Ronnie and a number of other pro players use them
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What cue does Ronnie o'Sullivan use?
After problem with a cue tip during an important match (Graeme Dott), I heard that Ronnie had a chat with John Higgins and got recommended Talisman Cue Tips. As far as I know both John and Ronnie and a number of other pro players use them
Why use chalk?
it is easier to use. Chalk is an abrasive substance applied to the tip of a cue. It helps the cue tip grip the cue ball on off center hits(spin or English) avoing a miscue. Chalk should be applied to the tip before each shot.
What snooker cue does ronnie o sullivan use?
The Acuerate® 147
Can you use a standard pool cue to break with?
Yes, and most people do so. However, if your cue has a medium or soft tip, as many cues do, this cushions the contact with the cue ball, and lowering the force of the break. In addition, it will lower the lifespan of the cue tip drastically. The advantage of using a dedicated break cue is to be able to use a very hard tip to get as much energy into the break as possible.
What kind of cue Ronnie o Sullivan use?
Ronnie O'Sullivan currently uses a John Parris cue. You can view the range of cues Parris Cues offer or customize your own cue on their official website: https://www.parriscues.com/ That may have been true but i know Ronnie has been using a Hunt & Osborne Green Plate cue for about a year now. That pleases me because i have been using Robert Osborne and Will Hunt cues for many years. Their work is second to none. Check them out at http://www.robertosbornecues.com/UK/index.htm
Is a flat or rounded cue tip better?
A flat cue tip cannot hit the cue ball with predictable results. Cue tips are typically rounded to "nickel" or "dime" shapes. These terms indicate how round it is - with a dime shape being identical to the curvature of a dime, and nickel shpae somewhat flatter like the curve of a nickel. The cue tip in use by a good player when using much "English" will use the dime tip, as it will stay in contact with the ball longer than nickel shape. The nickel shape is more forgiving and an all around use shape, and is more common for most players.
What is the hardest ferrule that you can use on a pool cue tip?
Any material can be used as a ferrule on a pool cue, but not all materials can be used for the tip. G10 is a type of fiberglass and is the hardest that can be used for both the ferrule and the tip. There are also cues that have stainless steel or brass ferrules, but these cannot be used as the tip material.
Do you use chalk on a phenolic cue tip?
Yes, although it will not be retained for more than a single shot.
What is the best cue tip to get soft medium or hard?
Medium most likely. The soft tip is the best only if you know that you want very good cue ball control, using english, draw, and even masse. It is for the very experienced player and will not last very long, having to get replaced fairly often. If you use your cue for break shots, you should not have soft tip because full power transfer. A soft tip is usually given a dime tip. The medium tip will last and can give very good cue ball control. If using a medium tip, you now need to decide whether you want a dime or nickel shape. The dime shape keeps the tip in contact longer with the cue ball, allowing better cue ball control. The nickel shape allows the tip to simply last longer and is more forgiving. The cue with a medium tip can be used for breaking. The hard tip is for powerful shots, including a break shot, and will last a long time. The hard tip is most often used with a nickel tip and is common on house cues. The hard tip is forgiving but difficult for cue ball control for the average player.
Why do snooker players use chalk?
To help prevent the stick from slipping when it hits the ball. *Added - The chalk increases friction and is very important to be applied to the cue tip for anything other that a perfect center stroke to the cue ball.
Does the Billiards Congress of America have pool stick tip standards?
The BCA Rules require that the tip be 9 to 14 mm in diameter and the tip must be made of leather to perform a jump shot. If a metal ferrule is used, it cannot exceed 1 inch in length. However, BCA tournaments may use WPA Rules. In this case, there is no cue tip minimum and the cue tip must be of leather.
How do you use tools for pool cue shaping?
Here is a site and an excerpt to get you started:The first thing you should do to your tip is shape it. If you don't have a shaper yet, you can use a cue file, but a shaper cube works best. This basically takes the hard edge away and gives your cue more precise tuning possibilities. With the hard edges, if your stick hits the cue ball at an angle, you lose your shot. With a rounded edge, you have a little leeway with your angle and get more shooting surface for the cue ball stroke.* http://www.zukunftjetzt.org/poolcuecare.htmlAnother site:* http://www.pooldawg.com/article/pooldawg-library/shaping-your-pool-cue-tip
