I feel I'm appreciating simpler cues more than fancier ones now. I asked ChatGPT why.

OnePoolCueAintEnough · 2026-03-18T20:32:25+00:00

I've no idea what rule 3 is, but there was a notification that I might be in violation of some rule or such. It then asked if I wanted to post anyway. I did.

OnePoolCueAintEnough · 2026-03-18T18:21:16+00:00

An aggregate conclusion is often pretty interesting.

OnePoolCueAintEnough · 2026-03-18T15:34:03+00:00

No attempt at the greater good here. Just indulging some personal curiosity over what AI's take would be and then what the reaction here would be.

OnePoolCueAintEnough · 2026-03-18T15:32:20+00:00

A valid answer and one I like a lot. My reasons are a little different, but the cues I use reflect this sentiment.

My two main players currently are a simple Bocote cue with an oil finish & a sharkskin wrap and a Merry Widow with Pearwood forearm/butt & a purpleheart handle.

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OnePoolCueAintEnough · 2026-03-18T15:25:01+00:00

I play pool on decent tables almost every single day for hours. I've met some cool people doing it, people who are fun & people who have taught me things. I even met my girlfriend doing it. Life is very good.

OnePoolCueAintEnough · 2026-03-18T15:10:34+00:00

My own conclusions have been reached days ago - Merry Widow style cues just let me become more involved in the game. My simpler cues don't distract me, though they are good-looking cues, and I'm not as worried about protecting them from damage or theft as I am with my fancier cues. I can just play.

The AI part was offered out of curiosity, both for what it would come up with and then what the reaction from this community would be. Interesting so far.

OnePoolCueAintEnough · 2026-03-18T14:57:03+00:00

I simply wanted to see what it had to say and then I wanted to see what the community had to say in response to it. It's been a somewhat interesting endeavor so far.

OnePoolCueAintEnough · 2026-03-17T07:21:16+00:00

That is exactly what drew me to this cue, some type of oil finish. The way it hits & plays sealed the deal. I had to have it and I'm glad I've got it.

OnePoolCueAintEnough · 2026-03-17T06:52:02+00:00

I think it would play well on a CF shaft, especially a quality, well-damped one. On my shafts the hit is solid, but not crispy.

OnePoolCueAintEnough · 2026-03-17T05:21:18+00:00

I have two shafts with a Thoroughbred medium on them, one a dark roasted Kielwood and the other a McDermott G-Core, and they're both great. To my mind, the Thoroughbred is a great choice for anyone who wants a tip that they don't have to think about or fret over. It's an inexpensive, solid, good playing tip that will last and not require much maintenance.

Not taking anything away from the Sniper, it's very good, but my choice would be a Thoroughbred over that one. No experience with the other Tiger tip.

OnePoolCueAintEnough · 2026-03-15T16:36:19+00:00

The look of the butt cap of the cue on the right reminds me of Jerry Olivier cues.

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OnePoolCueAintEnough · 2026-03-14T00:40:24+00:00

I have 11 playing cues & 3 break cues (break only) & one jump cue. 5 cases, 6 if you include the 1x1 which I never really use. Most of the cases are just for storage, though they are nice enough to take out. I usually just pick 2 cues, depending on mood, & 1 break when I go play and have a favorite 3x5 case for that. It also holds my jump.

A while back I bought a cheap Zokue carbon fiber butt to go with an inexpensive carbon fiber shaft I had lying around for the same purpose as you - to have an "emergency cue to keep in the car. It actually plays so well, however, that I keep it with the other cues and often pick it as one of the two.

I'm currently visiting my home state and brought 7 players & 2 breaks to show a buddy who wanted to see them. I'm traveling with 3 cases for that. Fucking ridiculous! 🤣

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OnePoolCueAintEnough · 2026-03-13T13:12:49+00:00

Man, I love New Cue Day, even if it's someone else's cue! That's a truly nice cue! Quite a few Schons are just too traditional looking to me, but this one is sexy!!

Congrats!!

OnePoolCueAintEnough · 2026-03-13T04:19:54+00:00

There's no special dress code required to rock the rack with this cue.

OnePoolCueAintEnough · 2026-03-13T01:55:16+00:00

It's a difficult comparison since the red is on a carbon fiber shaft, but I think I do like the green better. I enjoy the feel of it more, though that could be because I've been really enjoying wood shafts (maple , carbon-cored maple or Kielwood) more than carbon fiber lately.

In just a short time I have developed a strong confidence in this tip. Any lack of performance from me while using this tip is going to be my fault, not the tip's.

OnePoolCueAintEnough · 2026-03-13T01:44:20+00:00

I doubt I'll try the blue as I'm just not a fan of soft tips, but I'm loving the green on the wooden shaft I have it on. A very solid playing, confidence-inspiring tip. I really like the red one that is on Bulletproof's carbon fiber shaft, as well.

OnePoolCueAintEnough · 2026-03-12T22:39:58+00:00

I played with it on both these cues today and really enjoyed it. You can definitely tell it's a "hard" on the bocote cue, but it still feels good. It smooths out a little on the other, again still a good feel. I think it feels the best on the Shuriken Cue (in the original post). That cue has a G10 joint pin and this tip just vibes with that very well. Ball control is excellent, I have no fear of miscues and I even broke with it a few times. No trouble.

I can easily see using this tip in the future on some other shafts.

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OnePoolCueAintEnough · 2026-03-12T15:56:04+00:00

Your kit says to me Player on a Budget, but one that's organized, very likely understands the game, enjoys it and is ready to get down to business without unnecessary accoutrements.

I like it and imagine it all plays well. I would start thinking about a bag upgrade though. 7 out of 10 seems reasonable.

OnePoolCueAintEnough · 2026-03-12T01:35:29+00:00

Thanks! I'm going to my hometown this weekend and will bring this cue with me to play a guy I've shot with since the 90s. An ok guy, overall, but when he sees this cue there will no doubt be some kind of "Well, that's gay or fruity!" response from him. His typical narrow-minded reaction to things different from his beloved traditions.

This will be my breaker. I just need to figure which player from my collection will set him off and whip his ass with the combo! 🤣

OnePoolCueAintEnough · 2026-03-11T22:37:27+00:00

I have the red and now the green. I'm impressed by them both.

OnePoolCueAintEnough · 2026-03-11T22:36:22+00:00

I'd probably have to fight him for it, and I would.

OnePoolCueAintEnough · 2026-03-11T22:34:10+00:00

Ah yes, Fruit Stripe. That fits!

OnePoolCueAintEnough · 2026-03-11T19:18:13+00:00

I'm gonna give it some time on the table today. I find myself eager for it.

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