"Selecting Billiard Cues"

With our vast selection of billiard cues, you will have no problem finding one that suites all your needs. No longer will you have to be embarrassed by that "broomstick" you might currently be carrying in your case. Not only will you look better, but you will play with the increased confidence and consistency that only a quality pool stick can give you. One thing to keep in mind is that quality and playability don't necessarily have to cost you an arm and a leg. Take the Sterling line for example. All but one stick are priced below one hundred dollars! FURY has three series, not counting the sneaky petes and jump/breaks. The DL line starts at ninety two dollars but they play like pool sticks costing three times that much. Looking for an edge over your opponent? Check out the Meucci, with its new, laminated black dot shaft, Predator, known for the 314 and Z shaft, or Mezz, which is widely regarded as the world's best production cue. Truth is every pool player has his or her favorite. What feels right for one person may feel totally different to another. Some sticks have linen wraps, some don't. Some have stainless steel joints; others offer wood to wood joints for a totally different feel. Find one you like, then practice, practice, practice!

Have your own pool table at home? Want to be a good host? Provide your guest with straight pool sticks in a variety of weights and styles and you'll always have someone wanting to shoot a game. And remember, pool is a game that can be enjoyed by all. Brands such as Cuetec and Athena offer sticks that are specifically designed for the ladies. We even have pool sticks for children. Include everyone in your next game. Throw out your old broomsticks. Get some new billiard cues today!

Also, don't forget to check out our great line of cue accessories like racks, tips, tip tools, and more!

Most billiard cues are 57 to 59 inches long and weigh between 18 and 21 ounces. One-piece sticks and two-piece sticks generally have all the same parts except a two-piece has a joint that allows the shaft to be separated from the butt. Below is a list and description of the parts found on most sticks, starting at the tip, (which is the end you contact the ball with), and continuing down to the butt end.

1. Tip- usually made of leather; the tip is either glued or screwed on to the ferrule. A tip tool of some type is used to scuff up the surface of the tip so that it will accept chalk.
2. Ferrule- the piece below the tip may be made of plastic or some other hard resin. It protects the tip area of the shaft.
   
3. Shaft- typically made of maple it gets larger as it approaches the joint area. The average shaft is approximately 29 inches in length.
   
4. Joint- where the two halves join together. The butt end normally has a threaded pin that fits into the shaft. Some joints have collars made of plastic or stainless steel that re-enforce the joint area.
   
5. Forearm- area located between the joint and grip or wrap section of the butt.
   
6. Wrap- material that covers the grip area of the cue. Commonly made of Irish Linen, leather or rubberized material.
   
7. Butt Sleeve- the area below the wrap and above the butt cap.
   
8. Butt or End Cap- area that protects the end of the stick. Receives the bumper.
   9. Bumper- typically made of rubber; it protects the billiard cue from the floor.