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This channel is designed for pool and billiard product reviews as well as promote the game of pocket billiards (the reral name for American Pool). I am just a person who has played pool off and on for over 20 years & absolutely love every aspect of the game. I am not a pro or “hustler”, just an average guy who plays in leagues & tries to play in a tournament or 2 when my wife will let me! The main goal is to give product reviews as well as show the beauty of the game that I have grown to love with a more entertaining light different from what is currently out there on youtube. Thanks for taking the time to check out my channel.
The mission of this channel is to:
1) Perform billiard product reviews in an cool & entertaining presentation.
2) Show, demonstrate, & educate mostly people new to the culture of billiards (pool) in a healthy manner which hopefully grows the game.
3) Promote the game of of pool with people of all skill levels.
The mission of this channel is to:
1) Perform billiard product reviews in an cool & entertaining presentation.
2) Show, demonstrate, & educate mostly people new to the culture of billiards (pool) in a healthy manner which hopefully grows the game.
3) Promote the game of of pool with people of all skill levels.
What's In The Bag For 2023
Well, it’s finally here, the updated What’s in the Bag video for 2023. A few things have changed in my bag but that’s how it usually goes as you find things that better suit your needs. I hope this helps some of you out and I am very interested in hearing what you may carry so post in the comments below.
DISCLAIMER: I am not affiliated in any way with any of these products and I just love using them. Also, I am not a pro or semi-pro. I am just a regular amateur who loves the game of pool. I play in leagues during the week as well as tournaments in my area.
Thank you as always for watching!!
Link to Quarter King:
quarterkingbilliards.com/aluminum-quarter-holders/
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DISCLAIMER: I am not affiliated in any way with any of these products and I just love using them. Also, I am not a pro or semi-pro. I am just a regular amateur who loves the game of pool. I play in leagues during the week as well as tournaments in my area.
Thank you as always for watching!!
Link to Quarter King:
quarterkingbilliards.com/aluminum-quarter-holders/
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10 Christmas Gifts For Poolplayers That's Under $20 in 2023
Просмотров 3378 месяцев назад
Merry Christmas everyone! I was putting the finishing touches on the What's in the Bag Update video and the thought occurred to me. Why not do a Christmas gift video for gifts that are under $20 so here it is. I really hope you enjoy this and get some inspiration for a pool player in your life. Out of all these, I think Taom V10 chalk is the best on this list. Stay tuned because in a week I wil...
Let's Talk About Stuff & Upcoming Reviews Too!
Просмотров 432Год назад
Hi everyone! I know this isn't a review and I know that's what you want to see, however, I wanted to get a video out that covers what I have to review. Ya, it's only what's coming up but at least you get a peak of what I have. I really want to try and hit this hard the rest of the year and get the content out but please stay patient with me. I hope this motivates me to produce more videos this ...
JFlowers Budget Carbon Fiber Cue Review Part 2
Просмотров 17 тыс.Год назад
FINALLY, I am back finishing this review! I apologize for the long wait. This part 2 review goes over all the in-depth testing and results to see how it stacks up against the Predator Revo, Cuetec Cynergy as well as all the other shafts I have tested so far. Please check out the part 1 review here, ruclips.net/video/GZRikmKiUP8/видео.html, if you haven’t already. Also here is a playlist of all ...
A Budget Cue with a Carbon Fiber Shaft!? JFlowers Cue Review Part 1
Просмотров 20 тыс.2 года назад
J Flowers Cues are smashing into the US pool scene hard with budget-friendly cues that come with a Carbon Fiber Shaft for under $320! Can you believe it? An entire cue with a carbon fiber shaft is over $100 cheaper than a Predator Revo shaft (no butt)? I know it’s hard to believe. So, does this cue even play well? It wouldn’t be worth $1 if it played bad. Well check out this video and see what ...
How Does the Hsunami Shaft Stand-up? The Part 2 REVIEW...The Testing!
Просмотров 8 тыс.2 года назад
WELCOME BACK!! The testing results are in for the Hsunami shaft by RJH Custom Cues. The results don’t lie, so tell me what you think. Check out where it stacks up to other shafts I have tested/reviewed so far (as of Feb 2022). The shafts I have done so far are the HXT Skinny, Predator Revo, Cuetec Cynergy, Becue Prime M, and the GO Custom. It’s very interesting to see how a Kielwood (torrified)...
What I think about the Predator Arena Billiard Light!? WATCH the install!
Просмотров 7 тыс.2 года назад
Finally, I am publishing this video install of the Predator Arena Billiard Light installation and this thing is nuts! This video is not a review even though I talk about what I think but it's the install followed by the before and after to show the difference in lighting. For those who follow this channel, you know what's coming next, beautiful footage (hopefully) of the Hsunami shaft testing w...
The Hsunami Shaft!! Just how Good Is It? Part 1 REVIEW!!
Просмотров 21 тыс.2 года назад
Hey everyone, I am BACK!! I know it's been a while but here is my next review, The HSUNAMI SHAFT!! This shaft has been quietly taking the pool world by storm and I will tell you, this review was pure enjoyment. If you are looking for a carbon shaft alternative because you love wood shafts too much then this is a shaft you want to try. You should give this shaft a try even if you love carbon fib...
Review: GO Custom Carbon Fiber Shaft. Is This the One!?
Просмотров 22 тыс.3 года назад
I have to apologize for the camera focus throughout this video. I was having some camera troubles. Have you wondered how a GO Custom carbon fiber shaft plays? Well, here is my experience with it and it is my long and overdue review. Go Customs is out of the Netherlands and it has been a shaft gaining in popularity the last couple of years. It has a reasonable price which starts at $399. Goran K...
REVIEW: The X10R Cue Extension & Why it's Something to Check Out!!
Просмотров 8 тыс.3 года назад
Have you ever wanted an extender that you can use on any cue and not risk damaging your prized possession? I have had a bad experience with one of these extensions before and you can check it out at this link: ruclips.net/video/cEOCaydzmAA/видео.html Anyways, I thought all hope was lost and then Terry from X10Rs reached out to me and asked if I would like to review his company’s new universal c...
Travel Bags!!! How Do you Travel with your cues?
Просмотров 4,6 тыс.3 года назад
Welcome back, or at least welcome back for me, right?! Anyways, this video has been a long time coming (and is a LONG VIDEO, sorry) and now it’s finally here! This is my travel bag video where I go over different bags that I have used, researched, and thought about getting for my travels. Most of you know I travel for my current job and that has made me do a lot of research on ways to travel wi...
Revo, Cynergy, Prime M, HXT Skinny Shaft Comparison Part 2 of 2
Просмотров 12 тыс.4 года назад
Revo, Cynergy, Prime M, HXT Skinny Shaft Comparison Part 2 of 2
Revo, Cynergy, Prime M, HXT Skinny Shaft Comparison Part 1 of 2
Просмотров 19 тыс.4 года назад
Revo, Cynergy, Prime M, HXT Skinny Shaft Comparison Part 1 of 2
REVIEW: Got Dirty a Shaft and Balls? Checkout This Handy Billiard Towel, It's Rather Unique!!
Просмотров 1,5 тыс.4 года назад
REVIEW: Got Dirty a Shaft and Balls? Checkout This Handy Billiard Towel, It's Rather Unique!!
2 Year Anniversary + The POOL GLOVE GIVEAWAY WINNER ANNOUNCEMENT!!😯🤑
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2 Year Anniversary The POOL GLOVE GIVEAWAY WINNER ANNOUNCEMENT!!😯🤑
REVIEW: BeCue Prime M Shaft review! How good is it?
Просмотров 17 тыс.4 года назад
REVIEW: BeCue Prime M Shaft review! How good is it?
REVIEW: THE EXTREME CUE EXTENSION!!! But is it worth it? WATCH BEFORE YOU BUY!
Просмотров 9 тыс.4 года назад
REVIEW: THE EXTREME CUE EXTENSION!!! But is it worth it? WATCH BEFORE YOU BUY!
Review: Cuetec Cynergy 15K Carbon Fiber Shaft review! Is it any good? -RELOADED!
Просмотров 51 тыс.4 года назад
Review: Cuetec Cynergy 15K Carbon Fiber Shaft review! Is it any good? -RELOADED!
REVIEW Pool Gloves x4: The Predator 2nd Skin, Molinari, Longoni Black Fire, & Poison!!
Просмотров 11 тыс.4 года назад
REVIEW Pool Gloves x4: The Predator 2nd Skin, Molinari, Longoni Black Fire, & Poison!!
PSA- I have something to talk about, Plans for the Future w/Pool Addiction
Просмотров 2874 года назад
PSA- I have something to talk about, Plans for the Future w/Pool Addiction
REVIEW: Rubber Cue Tip Protectors, what are they and should you get them?
Просмотров 3,7 тыс.4 года назад
REVIEW: Rubber Cue Tip Protectors, what are they and should you get them?
Is It Worth It? The Predator Revo Review!!
Просмотров 81 тыс.4 года назад
Is It Worth It? The Predator Revo Review!!
REVIEW: Pool Cue Shaft Cleaning "Smart" Wipes!!😃
Просмотров 2,9 тыс.5 лет назад
REVIEW: Pool Cue Shaft Cleaning "Smart" Wipes!!😃
Is Magic Chalk Really Magical?✨😃 (Chalk Review)
Просмотров 9 тыс.5 лет назад
Is Magic Chalk Really Magical?✨😃 (Chalk Review)
Another Poolhall in Okinawa, Japan...Its N Billiards
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Another Poolhall in Okinawa, Japan...Its N Billiards
Okinawa, Japan: Peace Billiards....A Poolhall Review!
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Okinawa, Japan: Peace Billiards....A Poolhall Review!
What's in the Bag? (My Pool EDC Gear)
Просмотров 32 тыс.6 лет назад
What's in the Bag? (My Pool EDC Gear)
HXT Skinny Low Deflection Pool Cue Shaft REVIEW!!!
Просмотров 55 тыс.6 лет назад
HXT Skinny Low Deflection Pool Cue Shaft REVIEW!!!
Now the question: Go custom vs Prime m?
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Thank you for a great review of this Revo shaft!
One year later, I'm wondering what your favorite cue is and why. My views on cues has changed year after year. Looking back, I don't think cues make much of a difference...wood, carbon, kiel, etc. Today, cues over $300 are all good for the most part from what I've seen. I've tested many cues of my teammates and after a while, they are all the same. It comes down to preference in my opinion.
I agree preference is key. Some people like different weights, balance, length, and diameter. All that comes into play with your preference. I do notice less deflection with the CF and keilwood shafts over a normal maple shaft. Some people don't like less deflection and that's a preference also. Thanks for the comment!
@@PoolAddiction 👍
Can you break with this cue
Yes, you can break with it.
What model is this?
Sorry for the delayed response. It's the JF10-11
Are these shafts Go custom SL?
Sorry for the delayed response. Yes, they are the SL shafts.
shorter videos please. maybe skip all the shooting.
Thanks for the feedback. I am always trying to find ways to make things better.
I find my Revo 11.8 does come loose quite often. I have added tightening the shaft to my pre-shot routine, as the shaft comes loose often enough to make tightening the shaft mandatory for each shot just like chalking the tip. It is slick, but here in the Philippines the slick shaft is a real plus (high humidity). I have also dropped my cue enough times to make me appreciate the no nicks on the shaft. Even though this is four years after the initial upload of this video, I really appreciate your review. I like my Zan hard/medium hybrid tip on my Revo.
I am 70 years old and off and on I played pool. I once owned a Mc Dermott about 30 years ago it cost $295. I’m thinking about playing more because I need to be more active because I just retired. I’m thinking of several brands, I believe having my own Cue. What would be a decent Stick to purchase? I miss more shots then I make and I am hoping with practicing and my personal Cur, it could help me. Thanks
I don’t think you need something that costs a lot and I wouldn’t recommend a carbon fiber shaft right away. Depending on how much you want to spend can depend which brand is good. If I went off of $300 like what you had 30 years ago, I’d say maybe Lucasi. If you wanted to a bare bones model a Mezz, Predator, or Joss might have one in that price range. Out of the three, I’d go with the Mezz.
@@PoolAddiction I walked into a store run owned by an old timer, he knew the people that ran the pool hall where I bought my last Cue Stick from (211 Union Street, Seattle). I ended up buying a stick that felt great in my hands, and it has a leather handle. It’s the Mc Dermott 327. It’s a few hundred more than I thought I would spend, and looks completely different from the colors I had in mind, overall it’s brown. Seems like a lot of places that have pool tables around me open for business close to 3 PM. 2 I’ve found feature a Happy Hour for three hours. These run from $12.00 to $5.00. Thanks for your help, now I am watching videos on how to improve my shooting. It gets me out of the house, usually I play for 1.5 hours. Right now I’m just trying to make shots, practicing some draw and follow through.
Hi, great review. I cant find infos on the ferrule of the cynergy, is it 'hollow' like typical LD ferrules ? Because Im looking for a LD shaft to play balkline but we often do hard massés that would be tough on ferrule like that.
They’re filled with some proprietary foam combination. I’m not exactly sure of how it’s placed in there unfortunately.
@@PoolAddiction I ve just been told that they are rather soft inside.
@@JeezVince I wish I can disect them to see how they are made but that would be reather expensive. I have seen an x-ray image of several CF shafts and you can see how they are constructed, sort of.
Your video is what made me decide to get a Tsunami 2.0. On a side, you stood up on that 7 ball. Reminded me of me -working on it Thanks again for the review
I’m glad you liked the video! I love my Hsunami shafts, they are may regular playing shaft. I have the 2.0 myself and love it.
How does the deflection compare to the revo?
All the carbon fiber shafts are very similar. I believe the Revo was slightly better though. Thanks for watching!
There is no such thing as kielwood. These shafts are simply maple that has been baked in ovens. And they also come with a finish, which is completely unnecessary, as roasted maple is completely dry and will likely never warp because it cannot hold moisture after being baked. Also would have been nice to hear how the shaft hit 5he balls without the music.
Yes the term kielwood has been pretty coined by the industry but it is torrified wood and I believe talked about it in either part one or two of the review of this shaft. As far hot sounds, there sound of hits in the part 2 video at around the 6:15 mark. Hope you liked the video and thanks for watching!
I don’t get it sir, which one won the deflection test?
I had the measurements on the video, however, I have the live recap video where I go over things more. It’s a long form video but around 21 minute mark I talk about my personal preference. Before that I talk about how other things went with the testing.
Dennis O...beat SVB with that cue...
They have more than one size. There is a 11.8 as well as the 12.5
Yes they do have those now but when I made this video it was only offered in the one size. I do have an 11.8 that I plane to review when I get time. Thanks for watching!
nice scratch ruclips.net/video/g7WaVBAHIdQ/видео.html
Hsunami now has a 2.0 shaft. Any chance you'll be reviewing it and love to hear your comparison to the Revo.
I have the 2.0 and plan on reviewing it to us year. Thanks for watching!
Molnari XL
I've packed my cue case in my roll away luggage. It just fits in on a corner to corner with the ends padded with my clothes. The hard case is made of the very stiff foam that have the tube hole for the cue which is a 4x8 case. Now just like one of your cases the cues do stick up a bit into the lid. But the luggage is 32 L x 13 W x 13.5 H and so far I've never had any problems and this a some what a soft duffle bag. I've been wanting to get a JB case now but it come a little taller and the case then won't fit, not sure if I can find a luggage that will meet the airline required limit for size, without having to pay extra. But I liked your video and I'm glad that someone else likes JB cases.
My first decent cue.
It’s about time we hear about traveling with cues😊
Have your tip shaped on a lathe. Use a shaper to loosen the surface of the tip as it packs. And your tip will last much longer if you chalk as needed and not as a reflex.
Where is the reviews????
I had to re-film some parts of the Defy shaft review so that has added some delays to that review. I’m going through the editing now. I hope t have it out soon. This short was quick on my phone so there wasn’t much editing to do. Sorry it’s been so long, I always seem to have a lot going on.
i hate the molinari one because the thumb is just too short,but i like the way it fits because i love snug gloves,but yea i still choose my predator secondskin over molinari
What song!???
Man this was a while back but I found it. I use Epidemic Sound for my music and the Artist is Of Men and Wolves, the song is State of Dystopia (Instrumental). I was searching all over the place and Shazam actually recognized it. I never thought would've being that they are not main stream.
What cue do you use? Looks like a shön
It's a Chris Nitti.
I just ordered a hsunami 2.0. He said it will take 14-16 weeks but I am sure this is because demand is high. I’m getting mine with a tiger onyx and 12.5 mm tip. Hopefully it works out well.
I have mine and it's really nice. I need to get off my butt and get to reviewing. Richard is very busy fulfilling orders. His shafts are really popular and he's a one-man show.
you sound like tobey maguire
Lol
I have a Willard from 1985. They last forever.
That's an amazing testimony! Thanks for the comment and watching!
I was wondering could you possibly do a review of the rhino cf shaft? Oh just tell me what you think if you're played with one. Ty
I will see what I can do. I have seen the ads for them.
@PoolAddiction ty. I just bought one. Haven't tried it. Never ever used a cf shaft before so I won't know if it is good or not
I'm purposefully waiting until I see your review on the McDermott Defy to buy one. I WILL make it. If It kills me, I will make it. 😄
It's coming, I am working on it, I promise. The one doing though is the first gen version since that was the only one I could my hands on. I going to try and explain the supposed differences in the generations in the video. Thank you so much for your patience.
@@PoolAddiction ???? So....the Defy......????
I am so sorry, I had to refilm almost all the video. I plan to explain why in the video. I am down to filming my final thoughts (again) and it should be done.
I just ordered my first predator. 1/28/24 hopefully. I hit with the tiger, Jacoby, rouge, defy, meucci, cynergy, koda?, viking and I think becue? I narrowed it down to defy... But too "soft". Rouge (awesome) and cynergy (long taper lost it for me). So pechauer and predator felt like the ultimate so it came down to other intangibles. $950 for the pechauer i liked vs $944 for the predator i liked. Negligible. Both have lifetime warranties. All the dealers in my area said that both companies were extraordinary to work with. But predator came through in the end because they hold their resale value, the unilock joint which is much easier to come by than the pechauer joint and I can get the same extension for the cue for $75 less ($170 was insluting, even though most are doing that crap except cuetec and predator). Except for one guy that traded his predator for a Jacoby and one that traded his for tiger, I can't get anybody in the Central or Eastern Pennsylvania area to bad mouth that Revo shaft. Even my carom playing buddies are enamored of it.
That's awesome that you were able to try all the different options out there. You're right about Predator holding their value, everybody knows them. I haven't used the Revo in a while but at the time I was 100% sold on it. I really liked the Becu shafts and still do. I found when doing these reviews, you're really spltiing hairs when it comes to performance but feel and feedback, which is subjective, is where the main differences are. Thanks for the comment! Comments like this really help out the community.
how do you clean and maintain kielwood shaft?
I mostly wipe it down with my towel when I am finished for the night for regular cleaning. The finish of the Hsunami isn't as porous as a regular maple shaft so it doesn't get as dirty like a regular shaft does. I have used some cleaners after it started feeling a little grimy and I used regular cleaners that you would use on a regular shaft. It did the trick but the paper towel had a light stain from the shaft in the color of the kielwood. The shaft looked ok but since then, I use a damp paper towel and then put a coat or two of shaft wax.
Great video and I have this cue and was hoping you could provide the sandpaper and other solutions you used to make it a better smoother and accurate cue. Thanks in advance.
I use microburnishing paper which is ultra-fine sandpaper grits. You can get them online at Pool Dawg or Seyberts. Unfortunately, Cleaning the shaft up to make it smoother won't make the shaft more accurate, you have to practice. Thanks for watching!
Have you ever played with the McDermott I3 shaft it costs about $340 it's a low deflection shaft I'm a beginning to intermediate player I'm waiting for it to come in the mail
I haven't played with an I3. I have a few friends that uses or have used one regularly and like it a lot. I hope you like it, thanks for watching!
i really like your review. i skip over the noisy metal music though. not my cup of tea
Sorry, you didn't like the music but glad you liked the the rest of the video though. I try to change up the music here and there but I do lean towards metal.
Is that a perimeter light? What size table?
Yes, it’s the Predator arena light. I have a 7ft table, I would have a 9 if I could fit it in my house. I made a video on the arena light. Here’s a link to the video. ruclips.net/video/pObqaYRDwoo/видео.htmlsi=wGqwv4LRre4Oz4Kh
I have a 8ft pro table but heard maybe I should get the 7 ft light so it lights up more of the inside of the table and not cast any shadows.
I don’t think they make an 8ft. I think the 7ft would work if it’s high enough. I’d say if you standard height ceilings, mount it as close to the ceiling as you can do it casts a broader light.
Wrong caliper handlung. The way you do it you measure where the caliper jaw points are, so way under the ferrule.
Yes, however, I was trying to get the shaft and the calipers in the camera, and the only way to do is the way I did it. I was aware of it and was making sure I was as centered as possible.
I am thinking about getting the 3 Seconds glove. I notice it has five fingers versus the typical 3 fingers. I also like how the wrist isn't too high, so you don't have to take your watch off.
It's pretty nice just runs a little small.
Does anybody recognize that rack?
It's the V Rack. They are not cheap but are nice. Here is the link. www.thevrack.com/
@@PoolAddiction Nice. Thank you, brother.
Do a deep review on the hsunami 2.0
I will when I get the chance. The Defy shaft is coming out soon and the next shaft will be the 2.0, I already have one......or two. Thanks for watching!
I thought you still use the cynergy 😂
I did for a while after I bought it and did the review. I like it but I like the Hsunami more.
I'm speechless....SMH
Sorry you didn’t like it.
Me too.@@PoolAddiction
Nice Video again. 👍🏻 Beautiful playing cue. Hope you're doing well. Best regards from germany
Thank you! Nitti cues are nice. I have tried others but I still like the Nitti the most. Happy New Year my friend!
What kind of mechanical rack is that? I want one
It's called The V Rack. It's not cheap but it's a great option if you don't like a template rack and find bar racks too loose. I bought it mainly for a review. Here's the link. www.thevrack.com/
Becue jump cue is the easiest jump cue I've ever used. Light enough that it's super easy to jump with it
It's weird at first because of the weight or lack thereof. I love it though, never been able to jump at a really close distance until this jump cue. I really want to try the second generation.
Sorry I couldn't do a premiere with everyone. I know a few have been wanting me to put this out for a while now and here it is. Thank you as always for your support!
Maybe next you can do one with everyone but thanks for the video
Is it the predator throne by any chance? Because that's the only predator line of cues that starts with T that I know of
@@zanethind It's an SP2. I thought the wood started with T but I don't think it is after all, I found it on their site and it's stained maple.
How would you describe the hit of the Nitti? Is the butt fat or normal?
@@joshsomebody832 the hit feels more or less comes from the shaft, but the cue butt has a lot to do with the balance which effects how the cue feels in your hands in your stroke while shooting and it feels real solid. Some like cue that's perectly balance to where you don't feel the cue at all in your hands, for me though, I like something that's close to that but is ever so slightly forward balanced so the weight follows through the shot. A lot of production cue are more rear balanced due to the weight bolts being in the butt of the cue. I guess when I think about it though, the balance does make the hit feel a certain way and I'd say I like the feel. As far as the thickness, I forget the measurement but it's thicker than a Predator but it's not really thick. It has a really nice taper which makes it feel right.
dr dave deflection test is MORE accurate and it also matches what predator say that the revo pivot at 19 in ther website
The one problem I’ve found with some of my testing is that I’m on a 7 foot table instead of a 9 foot. When I did this I tried to do Dr Dave’s pivot test using the side pockets like he did, however, I found myself with my bridgehand practically in the other side pocket. I’ve since started using the corner pocket instead. It’s not ideal but it works better since I’m on a 7 foot.