Billiards: The Cue
Your cue can make all the difference in a game of pocket billiards. Get expert tips and advice on pool cues and billiards tables in this free video.
Series Summary
The game of pool, or billiards, was developed, like other cue sports, from outdoor stick-and-ball lawn games similar to golf or croquet. Pool was originally played on tables without pockets. Holes were added later, used first as a hazard and later as a means of scoring. The term 'pool' was derived from 'poolrooms,' which were off-track betting facilities where gamblers would 'pool' their money to determine the odds on horse races. These facilities were often equipped with a few billiards tables, and the words 'pool' and 'billiards' soon became interchangeable.In this free video series, our expert Roger Long will teach you everything you need to know about cues. He'll teach you about cue specifications, choices, construction, and price ranges. He'll also tell you about tip curvature, the tip shoulder, and tip maintenance. He'll even talk a bit about shaft maintenance, wraps, and pool cue care.
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Pool Cue Tip Curvature
Tip curvature for pool cues is very important. Get expert tips and advice from a certified pool instructor in this free pool instructional video.
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Pool Cue Tip Shoulder
The tip shoulder is important for pool cues. Get expert tips and advice from a certified pool instructor in this free pool instructional video.
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Pool Cue Wraps
Pool cue wraps provide the player with a better grip on the cue. Get expert tips and advice from a certified pool instructor in this free pool instructional video.
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Pool Cue Specifications
Pool cues must conform to certain specifications. Get expert tips and advice from a certified pool instructor in this free pool instructional video.
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Pool Cue Shaft Maintenance
The shaft of a pool cue requires a certain amount of maintenance. Get expert tips and advice from a certified pool instruction in this free pool instructional video.
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Pool Cue Tip Maintenance
The tip of a pool cue requires a certain amount of maintenance. Get expert tips and advice from a certified pool instructor in this free pool instructional video.
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Pool Cue Price Range
Price range is something you'll need to consider when buying a pool cue. Get expert tips and advice from a certified pool instructor in this free pool instructional video.
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Pool Cue Care
Pool cues require a certain amount of care and maintenance. Get expert tips and advice from a certified pool instructor in this free pool instructional video.
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Pool Cue Components
Get to know the various components of a cue and how they affect the hit and feel of pool shots. Get expert tips and advice from a certified pool instructor in this free pool instructional video.
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Pool Cue Choices
Choices abound when shopping for pool cues. Get expert tips and advice from a certified pool instructor in this free pool instructional video.
