Originally Posted by matthias View Post. Originally Posted by bluenose View Post. I play with a 58" cue myself but find that I have my grip hand some two to three inches up the butt. I am only 5ft 6 ins tall and so a shorter cue would probably be better for me.
I can't find anyone local who could shorten it for me though. Speak up, you've got to speak up against the madness, you've got speak your mind if you dare but don't try to get yourself elected, for if you do you'll have to cut your hair. What vmax is saying is absolutely true. Shortening a cue is a complicated thing and even when done by an expert can change the characteristics of a cue so the owner can't use it anymore.
A lot of people don't recognize that shaft flex plays a big part in why someone likes a specific cue. If you want to go to a shorter cue, 57" or maybe 56" maybe be right for you although 57" is the more common length done by cuemakers. Try out other cues which are shorter than yours and see if you get on with any at a specific length. Three years ago I had a new ferrule fitted and lost about 5mm in length - not an issue as the cue was 60". However, when the cue was refinished they slightly thinned the shaft out and now it plays completely different.
Thank you for your replies vmax and Terry, much appreciated as always. Something to check — Players with a cue for a number of years could be using near 9mm or even less without knowing, the cause is usually a combination of re-tipping and constant cleaning of the ferrule using an abrasive paper. Choosing a preferred weight is personal preference. We all have different body frames! The golden rule is never use a cue that is too short, this will stop you giving a correct delivery through the cue ball and hinder what you can do on the table.
The good news is you will know when a cue is too long for you! How to check what cue length is suitable Take up stance as if you were about to play a shot. This will ensure you have enough length for a full cue action. This information will give you a good indication to how long your cue needs to be.
This will determine how a cue feels in your hands. Some players prefer a rear weighted cue while others like the weight to feel further forward. Lots of things can influence a balancing point, joints, natural densities of woods, shaft and butt size and tapers. The problem with balancing points is sometimes they can be misleading, but as a rule if you like to feel some weight in your grip hand Why do I pay more for a cue because of shaft grade.
Good cue makers who grade shafts correctly will charge you more for stronger shafts with better visual grain pattern. Strength — A shaft must have good strength to be able to produce a good strike and reaction with the cue ball. Shafts with more strength usually produce less deflection.
This contributes to a more solid strike and better reaction with the cue ball. Have you ever used a cue which feels light on the bridge hand, when striking the cue ball it feels hollow? These shafts tend to have quite a lot of flex, the playability of the cue will be limited when shafts have a lack of natural weight and density.
The best shafts have good strength but also a bit of flex which creates spring, this is what helps to get a good reaction with the cue ball, making creative shots easier to play. Visual Grain — For some players is very important for others less.
You will pay more for cues with good visual grain because it is a contributing factor when grading shafts. Perfect visual arrows can be difficult to find.
Remember this — The best cue makers know how to select the best shafts, and grade them accordingly. Only cue makers with knowledge and experience can do this well. Top Tip — For players that prefer shafts with feel and some flex. These cues have selected shafts that will be more suitable for you. Also here is an example for you to think about. We once had 8 cues made to the same design, with exactly the same specifications.
Design and specifications say they were but how they felt and played it could not be further from the truth. A few of them were similar in how they played and felt, but most of them were very different, even though they were all 18oz some felt lighter or heavier than others.
Why is it so difficult for me to settle with a new cue? The most common specifications players choose are tip size around 9. For most players keeping to these specifications will do the job fine. If you are struggling to find a suitable playing cue after several attempts my advice to you is to visit us, we have probably the best selection of cues in the country in our showroom.
You can compare and test cues out to find what feels and plays well. Our experience is that players often have fixed ideas on what they want in terms of specifications and design, the opportunity to try different cues often ends up with players finding a cue they love, with specifications they would never have considered without trying.
We are available to help and give advice when required. When a player is looking for a new cue they generally have an idea of design, size, length and weight but deflection is never mentioned.
So, what size you should use depends on the table you have, your height, and what size fits well in your hand. When you are considering the size of your cue stick, you must not forget this aspect to avoid any discomfort in future — the shaft diameter. It is not the same for everyone. The margin of variation is small yet it can make a difference.
If you have small hands, then the small diameter will feel comfortable to you. Conversely, if you have big and strong hands, a big diameter shaft will feel nice. Unfortunately, there is no scientific way to determine which size is best for your use. You can measure your cue stick by using a measuring tape, but measuring your comfort can only be done by playing with it.
So to measure that, hold the cue you are going to buy in your hands and take a normal stance. Keep the cue tip a half-inch away from the cue ball. Now see your position — your forearm must be perpendicular to your cue. If your backhand is closer along the cue stick inches towards the cue ball from the balance point, this means your cue stick is bigger than you need.
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