How much is a decent snooker cue?

You can easily buy a Snooker cue from Amazon for $30, but expect it to be made from low-quality wood which makes it no different than your everyday stick.

Which snooker cue is best?

Peradon cues are of the highest quality and Peradon have more experience than anyone and Peradon are the oldest cue makers in the world, so if they don’t know how to do it no one does. So if you’re looking to buy a quality snooker cue then you can’t go wrong choosing a Peradon Cue.

Are Chinese snooker cues any good?

They are superb cues, have intricate and perfectly aligned points and inlays, and hit better than some British made cues I have tried.

Is a lighter snooker cue better?

In general, a lighter cue will allow more control over finesse shots, and a heavier cue will allow more cue ball (CB) speed with less apparent stroke effort. A heavier cue might also be easier for some people to keep on line during the stroke, but this is a very individual thing.

What cue does Ronnie use?

What snooker cue does Ronnie O’Sullivan use? Ronnie O’Sullivan has been known to use both Hunt & Osborne and John Parris cues. His cues are often around 58.25 inches in length.

What size cue tip is best?

It is generally recommended that newer players start with cue tips that are large (about 13 mm) in diameter. The greater surface area of the cue tip can help you land even those tough shots more easily. As your pool skills advance, you can experiment with smaller cue tips and master that sidespin.

How long does a snooker cue last?

As for the tip, well it really depends on how much you are playing. If you are playing every day you might change the tip every three or four weeks but if there is a gap it could last longer. I’ve had the same cue for about the last three years or so.

What kind of cue does Ronnie O’Sullivan use?

What is the best weight for a snooker cue?

between 17 to 19 ounces
Cue weight is a personal preference. Pool, snooker and billiard cues range from 17 ounces to 21 ounces, and we recommend a cue between 17 to 19 ounces for snooker and standard English and Australian pool playing.

Is a 10mm tip good for snooker?

Generally speaking most pool players prefer and 8mm to 8.5mm tip for a 1 & 7/8 pool cue ball, and most snooker players prefer a 9.5mm to 10mm tip for a full size 2 1/16 snooker cue ball.

What weight snooker cue is best?

18 to 19-ounce
A heavier cue will offer you more power to drive into a shot but will be less accurate. In comparison, a lighter cue is much more accurate but will have a weaker drive. The more you play snooker the more you’ll get a feel for what works for you, but to start, a middle ground 18 to 19-ounce cue would be a good choice.

Is a heavier snooker cue better?

Cue Weight If your cue weighs much more than 19oz, you will find it difficult to accelerate the cue precisely and play the controlled stuns and screws required. Conversely, if your cue weighs anything below 17oz, you may find the opposite problem of over-accelerating your arm to get any consistent cue ball movement.

Why choose snooker cues from Thailand?

Here at Snooker Crazy we have decided to stock a snooker cue range from Thailand; Why? because Thailand cue makers have pretty much got their hands on most of the ash, maple and exotics nowadays so they certainly have the best choice with their huge stocks and cue making skills.

Are Thai cue brands the best in the world?

Working with wood is second nature to the Thai culture and with the emergence of the now established Asian cue brands like Omin, Niche, Ton Praham and Maximus it comes as no surprise that cues from Thailand are now among the best cues in the world.

Who makes the straightest shooting snooker and pool cues?

The straightest shooting snooker, pool, and carom cues in the world. (Chinese, English) Feel the difference. Each cue is one of a kind. J. Michael Durbin has teamed up with Mark Wilson to craft a cue that is designed to out perform anything on the market. Artistic engineering.

How do snooker cues get finished?

Once in the UK, the cues are allowed to settle for a while to acclimatise and then they go through the various stages of finishing until they reach that smooth surface and deep wood look that we all love. At Snooker Crazy, we like to add an Elkmaster Milk Dud tip as they provide good grip and can be shaped without mushrooming.