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32 Players Pool Comp Draw
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So many request for a 32 player pool comp draw, so here it is!
We offer pool and billiard cloth
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We offer pool and billiard cloth, felt, Arcade pool table cloth and everything else you need for recovering and refelting. Our pool table cloth comes cut to your table size.
We have cloth that can fit bar tables, coin operated tables and 7 foot, 8 foot, 9 foot pool tables and the odd 12 foot snooker table.
Aramith Super Pro-Cup Casino 2 inch Pool Balls
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Aramith Pro-Cup Tournament Champion 2 inch with 1 & 7/8 measle Spot Cue Ball
Super Aramith
2 inch Pro-Cup red & yellow object balls
2 inch Pro-Cup new style 8 ball
1 7/8 inch Pro-Cup cue ball
Pro-Cup cue ball with 6 red dots
The Aramith balls are the only one in the world made of pure phenolic resin, making them last up to 5 times longer than other balls made from Polyester or other polymers. Thanks to their exceptional playing characteristics, the Aramith balls are used in virtually all tournaments worldwide. The extra hard vitrified phenolic surface of the Aramith balls reduces drastically wear and burn spots on both balls and cloth, guaranteeing the lowest cost over time.
Designed to be resistant to high impact, burn spot resistant - balls designed to prevent cloth wear, excellent durability, guaranteed excellent rebound rebound and outstanding ball balance - provides accurate shots every time. Manufactured using phenolic resin - ensuring the balls retain perfect shape, coloring, balance and weight.
Genuine Aramith - manufactured by Saluc in Belgium. Endorsed by the Australian Eight Ball Federation, Australian Blackblack Federation and the World Eightball Pool Federation.
Aramith Tournament Champion Snooker Balls Cue Sports Australia
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Aramith Tournament champion snooker balls are the best you can buy.
This full size 2 1/16” (52.4mm) snooker set is a genuine top quality premier ball set. These sets are used in Tournament matches throughout the world. This set is recommended by the World Professional, Billiards and Snooker Association (WPBSA) as the best balls for snooker and they are used in many World Championship events.
- Set Features Include:
- Burn Spot Resistance
- High Impact Resistance
- Constant Desity
- Balance
Phenolic resin for optimal rebound Maintains its high quality and condition for much longer than its rivals Aramith balls are the only balls in the world that are manufactured using phenolic resin. This ensures the balls retain their perfect shape, electric colouring, balance and weight far longer than any other ball sets. Aramith balls last on average 5 times longer than any other balls available on the market. If you love cue sports then you will love Aramith.
Get the perfect cue case for your pool cue!
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Get the perfect cue case for your pool cue! We offer about a hundred styles. A pool cue case is a MUST. Protect that cue investment! All of our cases will lend some protection to your cue, some better than others.
Price, when taking into account the effects of materials and styling, is a fair indicator of the protection the case will give your cue. Above all, it is more important to choose to buy a case than which case you choose.
With economical lightweight cases, smart popular hard cases, the classic look of the traditional box case, and the creme-de-la-creme deluxe hard case, this section has something to offer to every pool player.
We do offer price matching if you find a pool cue case at a lower price on another website
Buying a Snooker or Pool Cue
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Buying a Snooker / Pool Cue
| Object Ball Size | 1 7/8" Balls | 2" Balls | 2 1/16" Balls | 2 1/4" Balls |
| Cue Ball Size | 1 7/8" | 1 7/8" English | 2 1/16" English | 2 1/4" American |
| Table Size | 6 x 3 | 7 x 3.6 or 8 x 4 | 12 x 6 | 9 x 4.6 |
| Game | Kids Pool | English 8 Ball | English Snooker | American 9 Ball |
| Cue Length | 48" to 54" | 57" is standard | 58" is standard | 58" is standard |
| Tip Size | 11mm | 9mm 9.5mm 10mm | 9.5mm 10mm 11mm | 13mm 14mm |
| Weight | 16 to 17oz | 17 to 18 oz | 18oz to 19oz | 21oz |
| Beginner | 11mm | 10mm | 11mm | 13mm |
| Pro | If you like spin 9mm | 10mm | 13mm | |
| Shaft | Ramin | American White Ash | English Ash | Canadian Maple |
Note: The Average Australian Pub Pool Cue is a 57" Ramin Cue with a 11mm Screw on tip
So you are considering buying a new cue Well you'll be pleased to know that we've put together this article to answer some common questions and to help you decide on which cue suits you...
Q1) What is a splice and how does it effect the quality of the cue
The splices of the cue are the points you see where the ebony/rosewood part of the butt goes into the shaft. In terms of playing quality, the splices do not affect the cue, although, I would say that in machine spliced cues (where the splices are sharp pointed), the overall quality of the cue is compromised by a reduced quality shaft....basically manufacturers save their best shafts for the more expensive hand spliced cues. In terms of overall quality, then you would say that extra splices mean extra quality because the extra work and extra wood that is required to make a multi-spliced cue means that it will cost you more money!
Q2) Does playing with a snooker cue or a small tip cue mean it would be a bad thing to hit balls hard, such as when a lot of power is needed - high draw shots, breaks, etc. Would I have to get a seperate break cue Snooker players don't really hit balls hard and the table's natural, yet fast, speed, take care of that.
Most players have between an 8 and 10mm tip. Some break with their playing cue but it is becoming more and more common to have a seperate break cue. Obviously, repetitive stress (e.g. break off shot) on any material causes a degree of wear so you are wearing your playing cue tip by breaking off with it. However, if you achieve a good split of the balls with your playing cue then you should probably stick with it.
Q3) I have learnt that a small tip means one can generate more spin from the cue ball but is harder to register the middle of the cue ball. However, does a small tip also mean the tip is a lot more delicate and shots such as masse and swerve will potentially damage the cue Apart from chalking, what would one have to do to maintain an 8mm tip
A well fitted 8mm tip should allow you to play all types of shot. Adding to my response to question 2, due to the nature of a masse shot (i.e. when you are striking down on the cueball), you are placing stress on the tip. Since the action required to generate the neccessary spin onto the cueball involves the cueball sliding towards the edge of the tip during contact, you will inevitably, wear the tip down quicker if you are playing a lot of masses shots. So, my advice is to play masse shots only when they are required (not just when you want to show off in the pub!) and to regular shape and burnish your tip. Also, tips with a harder consistency such as triangle tips will last longer so you could experiment with your tip choice until you find a type that suits you best.
Q4) If the tip is bigger, does this mean a tip which can give less spin Or is it all in the dome shape of the tip
Much depends on how well you strike the cue ball and time your stroke. I know top pool players who achieve more spin with a 10mm tip than most do with an 8 mm tip. However, what I would say is that you may find it easier to generate spin with a smaller tip but I haven't seen you play. Adding to my response to question 3 - with a smaller tip, you may apply unintentional side to the cueball, especially when you are under pressure because your action may not be as smooth. Again, a lot depends on personal preference but a tip between 8 and 9mm should be about right for you.
Q5) I am just over 6ft (tall for a 20 yr old!), so what cue length would suit me
Standard cue length is 57-58 ". There are players as tall as you who use cues shorter than this but I think it would be wise to go for a standard length cue.
Q6) How do I know if a cue does not suit me or it is just because it is new and I need to "wear it in with practise" This is important if I buy a cue off the internet, where choice is much more of a luxury but also where it'd be impractical to buy a cue, return it, buy another one, and so forth.
You'll need at least 4-6 weeks of practice to know whether a cue is right for you. During this time you'll experience highs and lows (hopefully more highs!)....what you must try to do during low points is to believe in and to know your own ability. Your thoughts when buying a cue should be to buy something that fits to your own game and playing ability. A new cue can improve your game but you must also apply yourself in the right way....don't expect miracles immediately but persevere and you'll find that you'll start to like a new cue once you've really got to know it plays.
Q7) What is the difference between a maple and ash shaft Does one or the other give a better performance
In appearance terms, a maple shaft is clear whilst an ash shaft has grain (you probably know this already)...my opinion is that most (but not all - and some will disagree) maple cues have a stiffer feel than ash shafts. My own cue certainly does but it is quite an old piece of wood. However, what you will find is that some maple cues are very whippy. Regardless of whether it's maple or ash, every piece of wood has it's own characteristics - my advice would be to stick to ash unless you try and like the feel of a particular maple cue.
Q8) Is there a difference in aluminium and plastic cases (the cheaper/cheapest ones) I have heard about humidity and certain case factors effecting the cue. Can anyone shed some light on this Does the rubbing the tip does on the case interior damage the tip When I leave my cue in its case and in the car, which is driven everyday, and play, I see a lot of chalk marks in the case.
A good quality aluminium case is well padded on the interior. This padding is enough to protect your case during travel. There aren't many examples of plastic cases these days, with the exception of the long tube cases perhaps. With regards to the humidity factor, I'm really not sure which would be better but the plastic cases I know of don't have padding and so I think that an aluminium case will be your best option.
Game Room Accessories
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Game Room Accessories - Decorate your game room! We have billiards floor stands and wall racks to store your pool cues, spectator chairs, posters (including dogs playing pool!), and billiards signs.
Check out our billiard ball coat racks, bottle openers, pool ball key chains, 8-ball ash trays, towels, and more.
Need a billiard clock We have neon clocks as well as traditional-looking solid oak billard ball clocks. We can help you make your billiard room and gameroom more attractive and more fun!
All the pool supplies and accessories
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All the pool supplies and accessories you could ever want. Bridges, pool cue chalk holders, and a slew of pool cue tips are just a small part of our billiards offerings. Need a tool to shape your pool cue tip Check out our many tip tools, including the full Joe Porper line, the Tip Pik and the Ultimate Tip tool. We have cue shaft cleaners, pool cue holders, joint protectors, and more. We have the largest selection of pool cue accessories anywhere!
Triangle Chalk is similar to master billiard chalk since it is made by the same company, although it feels a little harder or firmer. Most common chalk in Australia. It has trouble sticking to layered tips.
Master Chalk Green, covers the pool cue tip well, and adheres equally as well. It is less messy than master blue but it has a propensity to cake, which forces a little mid-session cleaning.
Master Chalk Blue is usually a preferred chalk since it adheres well to the pool cue tip, it isn't messy, and it generally acheives the purpose of billiard chalk.
Masters Chalk, Tan, consistently gets the highest reviews. This is by far the most recommended based on my readings. Beyond that, all of the other masters chalk colors receive very high ratings.
Silver Cup billiard chalk is too powdery, doesn't last, but it does cover the cue tip very well.
Brunswick billiard chalk also quite powdery. It can be sometimes tough to find in certain colors. It can also be expensive as hell too.
Decorate your game room!
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Decorate your game room! We have billiards spectator chairs and pub tables.
With great pool and billiards furniture, spectators chairs, pub tables and wrought iron furniture you'll make your game room more attractive and more fun!
We do offer price matching if you find pool furniture at a lower price on another website.