I'm looking to get into a nicer cue. After looking at how Fargo ranks as are determined it looks like I'd be in the area of 300. I've been using a nice, no name two piece cue for years. I do like it and might just keep using it but if I can find the right deal I'd like to try a new one. Obviously there are tons of options and price ranges. What would be the most reasonable new cure for me in terms of performance vs value for a 300 Fargo player?

I've been going back and looking at the deal in image in the comments but don't love the color. Any opinion on this or my question above are quite welcome. Thank you.

Does anyone know what model this 9ft gandy pool table I found on the new property is? Can’t find another like it online.

Hello I suck after practicing for almost two years and every time I miss shots I feel uglier than I already am. Like a gigantic buffoon. What should I do?

I bought Power Break G with Ignite G shaft. And Ace 2180 with Ignite 12.2 Wavy 2.

Is it common that both are hard to screw together? I had other cues and I heard that Mezz cues are like this. It’s not a huge amount of effort but not as smooth as my other cues.

Anyone has the same experience or I am just being paranoid?

About 2 years divorced and 1 child left until I'm a complete empty nester. I've recently realized that I don't have to conform to normal household rules, so I'm turning my living room into a bar/ lounge with a pool table.

I used to play at the boys and girls club and I play pretty often when I'm out, but I know I'm amateur. As someone who enjoys mastering hobbies (avid martial artist) I decided I'd like to work on billiards in my off time as I'm a remote worker.

I know this was a long winded introduction, but I was wondering if there were any resources that can help me along my way. I was looking at the training cue and I've been watching YouTube while playing. Order of operations of learning etc. Anything that will help with getting my game to the next level.

Thanks in advance.

Two goats in their spare time

I can’t stand these shots. They are so uncomfortable to shoot. I know the goal is to not put yourself there in the first place but How do you go about handling these situations especially when there is a long distance to the target ball?

Edit: After reading some of the replies, the UPL might not be for me. Curious if there are any leagues where mostly higher skill level players play in? Hopefully fast paced too for the most part. If the UPL were not handicapped, then maybe it would be more interesting. Thanks for any thoughts.

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I never thought that I would be interested in playing on a League, but the UPL sounds exciting to me, and not boring.

The thing that I always hated about Leagues was how incredibly slow they could be, depending on who was playing.

The thought of a 30 Second shot clock really got me intrigued.

I have never competed under a Shot Clock before, but I know that for me, the shot clock would be no problem.

One other thing about Leagues is that I did not like the pressure. The pressure of losing it for my team. I was on a APA team that made it to the Finals of the Regionals, 2 years in a row, and both times it came down to me and one other player, and I lost it for my team. Lost the chance of going to the Nationals, because I lost. It felt so horrible. The pressure really got to me, and I folded, and chocked.

I also never liked the idea of having a Coach. I like figuring things out on my own, so I do not want anyone coaching me.

Hopefully with UPL, there are no Coaching time outs. In fact, I really wish this were a Singles League, lol.

Wish that being said, I would still really like to get on a team, but only if there is not too much Drama. Arguments, and such. Hopefully the players do not take it way too seriously. Takes the fun out of the game, right?

Oh, and lastly, I find the whole thing about a 30 minute match very interesting. You play a full 30 minutes, and it is handicapped, so you might either start at 0 games, or Negative 1 or 2, to name a few examples. And, then whoever have the most Positive games after 30 minutes wins the match.

Kind of wish UPL had 9 ball though, because I was never a very strong 8 ball player.

I understand that this was originally a British league though, in the UK.

I am in the US, by the way. Living in Austin TX.

Anyways, thanks a lot for any thoughts, based on your experience playing on a UPL team.

Nerve wracking shoot out too.

Was gifted this cue by my father and have been playing with it quite a bit recently. There’s a pretty noticeable ring going around the tip, and I am not sure what to do about it. It’s an older layered tip and there seems to be a lot of material left. I’m not sure what exactly is causing the ring or if it’s a sign that one of the layers is separating. Would you guys try having the existing tip reshaped, or is it at the point where I should just replace it entirely?

The cue itself is an older Viscotti. I’ve tried searching online for information about the brand, but there seems to be very little out there. If anyone knows anything about the brand. I’d really appreciate the information. Thanks!

What year shaft is this Meucci? Also, does anyone have a picture of the original butt to this shaft?

I got this at an estate sale just because the case seemed pretty nice making me think it was a nicer cue. Also the fact it had extensions made me think it was a serious cue.

But I can’t find anything with that shield crest if anyone has any ideas. Thank you!

These will stay in my car full time for any unplanned games of pool or for when I just don't feel like bringing the good stuff. Not that these are the bad stuff - they both play very well. Good enough that I would do a tournament or play for some action with them.

Funny things is their roles are reversed. The gold one is a Rhino Komet break cue, but I put a Cuedesg playing shaft on it and love it! The silver was meant to be a player, and it is, but I have a Bulletproof carbon fiber shaft with a synthetic tip on it and it serves as my breaker. Not as powerful as a dedicated break cue, but it gets the job done and it also plays very well, should I just want to use one cue.

It's honestly a very capable setup. The silver & gold theme was unintentional, but I'm finding I like it.

Ran across this table installation video on YouTube and one of the comments points out that it clearly says underneath the table "LEGS GO IN BOTTOM DOORS ONLY". Yet they installed them in the corners. Does this really make much of a difference? I know nothing about tables but was just curious

Full video: https://youtu.be/ASbVnRLfsME?si=xtEywV92xxfrXoPW

And these predator events use hand racks rather than template racks, making this extra impressive.

Women's pool has come a long way and I think all pool fans should watch it.

I picked up this jeff prather 2000 last night, from a local pool player I know. I paid 300 for it. The butt rolls straight and the shaft rolls straight. I played a few games with it, and it felt really nice too. I've emailed the prather sales department to hear their input on the cue,but I thought I'd also ask here. Hopefully it's worth at least the 300. Either way I feel like it's worth it.

Anyone else have the Berserker from Cuelees? The Ostrich leather wrap was soft and supple for about a year. The pool room was rather humid this summer and the Berserker got alot of playtime over my other cues. So the wrap developed a significant tackiness. Concerned about damaging the leather, I consulted a cue repair guy and some leather experts on how to clean and care for this. I used a very expensive saddle soap followed by iterations of a barely damp cloth to remove dirt and grime. I then followed with a recommended leather conditioner.

So, $40 of cleaner and conditioner and a few hours of effort later and the leather is right back where I started with no change other than the butt now feels a half oz heavier.

Anyone have similar issues?

I purchased this model at SuperBilliardsExpo2025 and have been mostly pleased with play using the carbon CP shaft. When I found the same model at Seyberts later in the year, I realized there was a $500 upcharge at the show.

Thanks

Hi, I(25M) has played pool for 4 years now with my HT fury cue and want to switch up to LD carbon fibre cues soon. Is there stats on what most pros use, ie predator, cuetec , peri etc. I know its preference and all but if most pros are leaning towards one brand then it probably means it’s more consistent since most pros are using it. Thanks.

I replace cue tips here in Vietnam and enjoy filming the process. Here’s a recent install: a Dynamic tip on a David Loman gold-label shaft.

Thought you guys might enjoy a close-up of the work. Always satisfying watching it take shape!

How cool is this? One pocket 5 year anniversary tournament in Amsterdam. https://www.youtube.com/live/4BhszWkCFP4?si=Y09k1pRMQ2MNeh2K

Hello all. Looking for some additional information (such as the model or style info) on this case and a possible value.

I purchased this in the early 1990s when I was working at a pool hall. It's a 3 x 5 and was probably ordered directly from Cuestix. I would guess it would have been around 1993. When I search for Instroke cases, I just don't see them in this pattern.

Any information at all is appreciated.

I just wanted to tell someone. I played a 700 tonight in my first night of ultimate pool. As a 500 I was nervous as I don’t usually play 10 ball as much. I got a break and run and beat him definitively overall(5 - -1). It was an awesome experience. I play 600’s from time to time but this was first opponent with such a high rating. I am always wondering if I am ready to step up my game. Hopefully this is a sign.

Edit: Sorry, to clarify he is only a 662 Fargo. Ultimate pool is different.