SVB's Aiming System Explained

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  • I recently had the lucky experience to meet Shane Van Boening for a group instructional session. During the session he explained his aiming system and I thought I share what I learned!
    0:00 - 1:52 - Introduction
    1:53 - 2:18 - Dividing the Ferrule
    2:19 - 3:03 - Go Pro Demo for Thin Cut Shots
    3:04 - 4:36 - Using Different Sections of the Ferrule
    4:37 - 5:26 - Conclusion
    5:27 - 6:55 - Bonus Clip
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  • @ajschroetlin2196
    @ajschroetlin2196 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    When Shane was 19 he came to our pool hall in Colorado to play in the weekly 9 ball tournament on 9 foot Brunswick Gold Crowns. He kicked all of our butts, and we knew he was on his way to stardom. He comes by a couple times a year, and is still very approachable and humble. I'll always be a fan.

  • @dannypowell594
    @dannypowell594 4 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    Buddy you did an absolutely great job of explaining this. Thank you

  • @MusixalManiac
    @MusixalManiac 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    You explain this very well. I remember Shane briefly talking about his system in a TAR match interview but he didn’t explain it in full detail. Personally, I don’t use any system except simple ghost ball on some shots, but believe me, if Shane says something then it’s definitely worth listening to. I liked what you said about practicing it and making it work to you. So many people think that a system with solve all their problems, but the practice is key. Well put my man.

  • @OklahomaHu
    @OklahomaHu 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Personally the greatest break down of this method I’ve seen anywhere. Thank you for the content!

  • @danilojones7193
    @danilojones7193 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I seen a lot of people try to explain Shane's system but that go pro head shot and the view that it gives you really allows you to understand what is really going on, excellent, telling someone how to.do something and showing and teaching a method someone can understand makes the difference Awesome. 🥳💯🕺👍🏾

  • @CTSCharlie
    @CTSCharlie 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    That pause on the 9 ball... Priceless!

  • @joebermuda6452
    @joebermuda6452 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    In case you are wondering, this system is exactly the same as the well known parallel lines aiming system and it’s the same thing just broken down way easier. Look it up it’s a great beginner system

  • @eliothowell8654
    @eliothowell8654 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    There are numerous videos on this SVB aiming system but, yours is without doubt the best!

  • @drmitofit2673
    @drmitofit2673 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I tried this system last night and this morning and it is very effective for several reasons. Takes out estimation guess work, is very repeatable, easy to see small changes in aiming, gives precise aiming point (edge of ball instead of vague contact point), encourages very straight and smooth practice strokes with focus on eliminating ferrule wobble. I used contrasting chalk to mark object ball position and then 4 to 5 cue ball angles from mild angle, to half ball shot, to moderate angle, to steep angle. Repeating these shots over and over, it's remarkably consistent. Since the object ball rolls in a straight line, the angle and aim is the same for distance too. For very thin cuts about 75-80 degrees, I find that I have to align the side of the ferrule off the edge of the object ball up to a full ferrule width of air gap. It is still repeatable though. My old way of adding outside English on thin cuts to decrease cut-induced under-cutting throw was merely Okay and harder to repeat due to speed (slow shots magnify the throw effect) and due to cue ball deflection (squirt) on longer shots. I will probably used my low eye intuitive aiming for easy angle shot and this aiming method for steep shots (half ball or steeper). Thanks!

  • @laurencecorray
    @laurencecorray 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I tried this aiming system for thin cuts again last night. It worked brilliantly. I beat 6 guys at the pub whom I used to lose too. Shane is such a humble and kind soul to share his secrets. You my man are a brilliant instructor explaining Shane’s secrets.

    • @TheBilliardCorner
      @TheBilliardCorner  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wow that's so great to hear! I'm genuinely happy for you!

  • @FirstWayHockey
    @FirstWayHockey 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Fantastic, I use it till a week ago and that help me improve my skill on cut shot. I always had trouble using the ghost ball and contact point (I am 70 and begun playing only 4 years ago) and since I don't have a table at home I cannot wait hitting billions balls to be a very good shot maker.
    I worked a lot on my fundamentals and now I know I can shoot straight. Since then I tried many aiming systems and this one suits me perfectly.
    I am looking forward for your third video on SVB aiming system.

  • @matthewsullivan4735
    @matthewsullivan4735 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Wow, this is actually incredible. Thank you for sharing this! I’m glad you were able to learn a cool tip from a master player, and help people who love the sport have more tools and options!
    And the fact that you have a camera to show your perspective during shots.. is the best thing I have ever seen a TH-camr do in the Billiards world. Looking forward to watching more of your videos

    • @TheBilliardCorner
      @TheBilliardCorner  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Wow, thank you for your comment. People like you keep me motivated.

    • @matthewsullivan4735
      @matthewsullivan4735 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      The Billiard Corner You keep me motivated providing such great content! People like us fall under the yellow light saber category.
      The seekers of knowledge and Perfect techniques. Btw I’ve also been studying Dr. Dave Billiards, Dr. Cue, and I follow ItsAamir on TH-cam. Do you have an 8 ball pool by miniclip account? We should play together sometime. I would love to share things I have learned with you and get better together! My unique ID is: 101-122-358-9. This game is super realistic and when I can’t play billiards in real life I practice the techniques I learn on the game

  • @hardtimesbbq5265
    @hardtimesbbq5265 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That bonus video is awesome! What an experience to get to play and beat Shane! Trying to practice this aiming method a little. Aiming at the middle of the object ball instead of the top or bottom was a good tip; been playing for years and had never really thought about it.

  • @flytyer33
    @flytyer33 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great explanation. I will give this a try and see if it works for me. Thanks again.

  • @stitchintimehowellmichigan7292
    @stitchintimehowellmichigan7292 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great vid! This is actually very accurate after a lot of practice. Appreciate the info, have a great New Years!

  • @TheProf62
    @TheProf62 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This may help some people aim certain shots, but if you don't adjust the results (as Shane surely does, possibly subconciously) then you will often miss thick if you have a small pocket to aim at, especially on thinner than half ball cuts. You demonstrated all of these shots down the long rail, which has a relatively wide margin for error with aiming, making the pocket effectively larger. People frequently bring up the pockets on snooker tables with regards to accuracy, but an acute shot into a middle pocket on an American table is also aiming at a small pocket, and if you use this system with no adjustment you will miss thick.
    I think the system is basically separating thicker than half ball from thinner than half ball shots, which might improve consistency for people who struggle to notice that divide, but I don't think it will help people who can't already make intuitive aiming adjustments themselves.

  • @seandesir7272
    @seandesir7272 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent explanation. I start using that system and it helps me make alot more cut shots.

    • @TheBilliardCorner
      @TheBilliardCorner  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      That's so great to hear! It has helped me greatly with cut shots too.

  • @bhitot1862
    @bhitot1862 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow thanks for this. What a revelation. Shane is the best🙌

    • @TheBilliardCorner
      @TheBilliardCorner  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      No problem! Stay tuned and subscribe, I got more content coming!

  • @joerobertson7887
    @joerobertson7887 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video. I knew he had some kind of system and you've explained it very well. I'm trying this SAP. Thanks

    • @TheBilliardCorner
      @TheBilliardCorner  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      No problem, thanks for watching. I'll be making a part 2 soon (advanced version) so make sure to tune in for that :)

  • @theaveragejoebody
    @theaveragejoebody 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I love the clip at the end and your thumbs-up.

  • @terrythomas4407
    @terrythomas4407 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Good stuff. Very clear explanation.

  • @tomibarkidjija4060
    @tomibarkidjija4060 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Bravo e grazie! Thanks from Italy. Waiting for new vids!

  • @kdp6494
    @kdp6494 ปีที่แล้ว

    thank you for the video and isnight. cant wait ti try this.

  • @DonnieFTyree
    @DonnieFTyree 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks for sharing this video. This was very helpful

  • @eliothowell8654
    @eliothowell8654 ปีที่แล้ว

    well presented. tried it and by golly, it works!!!! will put in some practice and will improve dramatically on what used to be difficult shots.

  • @stevewilliams2732
    @stevewilliams2732 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice video...what a experience

  • @dieseldog2457
    @dieseldog2457 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Good explanation, thanks for sharing

  • @robertgould8099
    @robertgould8099 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you. Nicely explained.

  • @Tupsx57
    @Tupsx57 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    That system will have a tendency to hit thick if you compare the aim point using a ghost ball technique. Having said that, it is an excellent reference point tool. Pretty sure every poolplayer eventually learns to shoot using HAMB - whether that takes a few weeks or a few years depending on the person.

  • @soloplayermoba
    @soloplayermoba 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    when i was starting, i also developed similar to this aiming method as im struggling with the ghost ball method

  • @nathanhale7989
    @nathanhale7989 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great Job 👍 That actually made sense ! Thanks !

  • @drmitofit2673
    @drmitofit2673 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    For cut shots less than half ball where the cue ball, object ball, and pocket are all in sight, I have developed fairly good intuitive aiming. I get my eye low with the cue stick just under my chin, line up and make micro correction with my practice strokes as I check my strokes for straightness, make the shot, and most importantly stay down after the shot to see the object ball departure angle as it rolls to the pocket. Helps to aim at an exact part of the pocket (avoiding side pocket corner or when cheating the pocket for example). In a fairly short period of time (days to weeks), you start to intuitively lock into the correct angle. Really helps prevent mIssing those frustrating over-thought easy low angle shots. Getting low flattens the sight picture more 2D for long shots. For steeper shots I get high over the balls to see if it is half ball angle or more or less before the shot and get low again during the shot, but not as intuitive as the pocket can be out of the sight picture. Super steep shots I try to graze and add outside English to reduce cut induced throw, and frozen rail shots inside English rail first, but the SVB system seems a lot more consistent. Will have to try it. Thanks!

  • @theaveragejoebody
    @theaveragejoebody 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome video! Thank you. You beat Shane in a game that must have felt so rewarding

    • @TheBilliardCorner
      @TheBilliardCorner  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Glad you enjoyed it!

    • @MrSacman88
      @MrSacman88 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ha ha ... nice of him to let you win (obvious from the way he was smiling)

  • @ynkybomber
    @ynkybomber 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Here is what I aim for, I pretend there is a ghost ball sitting exactly where I want to contact the object ball. Then I aim for the center of the ghost ball. You can even place your que on the exact spot before you shoot nobody will know what you are doing but you are getting an exact contact point. I was taught by John Ditoro and Charlie Williams just my two cents.

    • @thequetzalcoatl2287
      @thequetzalcoatl2287 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Aye man if ghost ball works for you it works. A lot of people get caught up in what the "best/better" system is but forget it's about what works for the individual.

    • @TheBilliardCorner
      @TheBilliardCorner  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Spot on, use what works for you.

  • @alscottpool
    @alscottpool 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love this thanks alot I've switched my aiming method

  • @NoVowel
    @NoVowel 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Very nice explanation ... thanks!

    • @TheBilliardCorner
      @TheBilliardCorner  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for watching, I’ll prob do more in the future :)

  • @koruptorkoksakti9120
    @koruptorkoksakti9120 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks...GREAT SVB aiming system !!..THE PRO' SECRET..

  • @MrAntup
    @MrAntup 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    There was a short clip were he says use the edge to point at the contact point or the center or the other edge. For sure it works great for anything less than half ball. After that somesort of adjustment is needed as the contact point and the cue are not on the same line. When you are playing well aiming just happens when playing badly a system may help you get it back. Of course a private lesson with shane would help. Nice job thanks.

  • @mstrmachinist
    @mstrmachinist 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video! I also took the svb experience Thursday night.

    • @TheBilliardCorner
      @TheBilliardCorner  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      It was a great experience for me, hope you had a blast!

    • @mstrmachinist
      @mstrmachinist 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TheBilliardCorner i did and hope they have more pros on the way. keep doing the vids

    • @TheBilliardCorner
      @TheBilliardCorner  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@mstrmachinist Thanks! Play pool and enjoy life :)

  • @angusbetty5186
    @angusbetty5186 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is the method I use and find it very effective for all angle shots. Noteworthy is that although this works with snooker the ball lines change as both cue and object ball are smaller. Extreme cut shot for 2.065 balls is an entire ferrule off the object ball.

  • @thequetzalcoatl2287
    @thequetzalcoatl2287 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good video bro. thanks for uploading more

  • @randallburns4946
    @randallburns4946 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good job, my friend!!!!!

  • @earljohnson5460
    @earljohnson5460 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the info bro

  • @ericsalles1424
    @ericsalles1424 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I thought you did a great job explaining the system. Going now to practice this.

  • @ismaelmurguia
    @ismaelmurguia 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Cool experience!

  • @luiscaballero244
    @luiscaballero244 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is the “aiming system “ that I use. Honestly all aiming systems work- you just have to find the one that you comprehend and works for you. I saw him explain this years ago and I tried it and in like 15 min I was nailing shots more accurately.

    • @vitalikliber
      @vitalikliber 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      worked for me instantly as well.it took guessing out of aiming for back cuts and awkward shots!

    • @TheBilliardCorner
      @TheBilliardCorner  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      So awesome to hear Vitali!

  • @MrSacman88
    @MrSacman88 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Demonstrations of aiming systems should be made on tables with tighter pockets - preferably at minimum, a 9-foot table. I play on a Diamond table with 3-7/8" pockets. It proves the inaccuracy of many aiming systems. When using the ferrule system you are subconciously changing eye dominance to left or right depending on the cut shot and accounting for parallax. If you were truly looking squarely down the shaft - you would miss - especially the wider angles as there is - in reality - a gap between the cue and the object ball. The system will work well but one must use a visual adjustment (angled cue). Regardless of my critique - I did enjoy your video.

    • @guiseppibetta539
      @guiseppibetta539 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I was so confused on how this aiming system could possibly work, as described it would cause you to undercut just about every shot. I guess I could see how the eye dominance would make a difference.

  • @pmayh3m
    @pmayh3m 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    So if there are 5 aiming sections, each of which are aimed to the edge of the object ball, then to what range of degrees does each cue section represent until you determine to move to the adjacent aiming section of the cue?
    Cutting as you did in the vídeo to a right-side pocket at what degree would you start to be able to use the middle of the shaft to the right side of the object ball to aim since you would not be able or need to use this for straight in shots? There would have to be another degree range subtracted from the 90 degrees moving from straight in to left for the degree range that you could no longer see the right side of the object ball

  • @patioperformancecrew2221
    @patioperformancecrew2221 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good video thanks for the help

  • @jeremythornburg1050
    @jeremythornburg1050 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I like the ghost ball effect for hard shot. I feel like the rest is second nature after you shoot for so long. if I don't practice as much, I'll lose the feel and start second guessing myself.

  • @joewest2560
    @joewest2560 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is a great way to aim and actually I wouldn't want to call it just an aiming system. It's an alignment system that helps you align your stance. Here's the bad news, it's not Shane's system, it's not my system, but it's been around forever. Well I'm 67 years old now and I was taught this system when I was 17, so that's 50 years ago. It's been around longer than you've been born and probably been around a lot longer than when I was taught it from an old-timer when I was 17 . This is actually one of the older methods folks have come up with to Aid in aiming. 20 years ago I owned a pool room and it was one of the things I taught all the people who asked me about how to aim. Stick with it it's great system just not a new system. 🤷‍♂️

  • @Drew18000
    @Drew18000 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    New subscriber here! Great video, hope you make more.

    • @TheBilliardCorner
      @TheBilliardCorner  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for subscribing fam! I'm in the process of making another one right now, stay tuned!

  • @pmayh3m
    @pmayh3m 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    OMGooodness!!! This is awesome! Thank you
    When applying english is that the point of which you line up from to the edge of the object ball?

  • @gerdstam6476
    @gerdstam6476 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very good like to see more

    • @TheBilliardCorner
      @TheBilliardCorner  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Gerd Stam I’ll be posting more pool related videos soon, stay tuned :)

  • @110dylanfowler
    @110dylanfowler 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Damn this makes so much sense

  • @kennethlin
    @kennethlin 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow this was great. After aiming the ferrule to the object ball and lining up behind the cue ball, are you then aiming the ferrule to that same spot on the object ball when making the stroke?

    • @TheBilliardCorner
      @TheBilliardCorner  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes, you are correct. You essentially line up 3 points when doing this aiming system: Edge of object ball, edge of ferule and center cue ball. Once all 3 is lined up correctly, stroke through the ball and it should go in. Make sure to check out my latest video on this aiming system as I go more in depth about spin and application. Thanks fam!

  • @Cray25
    @Cray25 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Question: say you’re cutting to the left, so you’re using the left edge of the ferrul lined up with the right edge of the object ball, then do you line up the center of the cue ball with the left edge of the ferrul as well? So.. left edge of ferrul-> center of cue ball -> right edge or object ball?
    What I’m trying to ask is like, is the center of the ferrul lined up with the center of the cue ball but you’re just eyeing down the left edge of the cue ball to the right edge of the object ball? My question is basically, where is the cue tip in relation to the cue ball?

  • @allgood6760
    @allgood6760 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Cool! . you explained this well👍🇳🇿🎱

  • @losinggumby
    @losinggumby 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Damn that must have been fun as hell! Just a little jealous!

    • @TheBilliardCorner
      @TheBilliardCorner  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Had a great time learning from Shane. Thanks for watching fam.

  • @rprzpnting
    @rprzpnting 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That's badass, I use it but he makes it look easy. When my fundamentals are right, I don't miss. But.... that's not as often as I'd like

    • @TheBilliardCorner
      @TheBilliardCorner  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Keep on practicing! Thanks for watching fam.

  • @dinh_khai_
    @dinh_khai_ 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    great video bro

  • @mustangw8ford415
    @mustangw8ford415 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good explanation

  • @danender5555
    @danender5555 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    @4:57 i am pretty sure that aiming with center of shaft to right side of object ball would over cut the shot. Definitely not for the cut as seen at the time

    • @cliffschmidt4023
      @cliffschmidt4023 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Absolutely correct!! A half ball hit (30 degrees) would have definitely over-cut that shot..

  • @drewharrelson8758
    @drewharrelson8758 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Chalk before the nine was a genuinely great moment. Must be cool to say you’ve beaten SVB at a game of nine ball. And with a good bank on the 8.

    • @TheBilliardCorner
      @TheBilliardCorner  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      A great memory for me, thanks for watching till the end :)

  • @Anonymous-bl7by
    @Anonymous-bl7by 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’ve had the privilege of meeting Shane as well he is a good man ..I never really told people how I was taught because of the hatters out there but here i go ...my dad was a pro player in the 70s and 80s he played Dave mattlock in the final and after placing 2nd august of 1976 Dave Gave him a tip on aiming and lining up Dave played with the ghost ball method so did my dad but what my dad showed me about 3 years ago changed my view on it ..you basically aim and line up backwards there is no pivot or nothing you visualize the inch of space needed for center cue ball behind object ball and line up off the center side of object ball the line coming off center side of object ball is the absolute shot line then play the shot straight to contact point an inch away from back of object ball I was never a fan of ghost ball in fact I would ignore you the moment you tried to mention it until my dad showed me this 28 years later aiming is easy it’s the getting on line and delivering straight to shot line that is hard but it can and will be no problem once you have a solid form and you line up right from the beginning ...use whatever system works but no system will work with an improper form I also know 2 hardcore snooker players that aim like my dad and there dead shots as well ..usually scoring no less than 110 on a good break

    • @littlestudiorecords2141
      @littlestudiorecords2141 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      I actually know what you mean. I thought of this last year glad someone else has as well. The inch of space before the ball you aim at is where the centre of the ghost ball would be if it was contacting the object ball on the line into the pocket if that makes sense

  • @JayKTS
    @JayKTS 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Center ferrule to edge cb is a half ball shot , Shane actually used the left or right side of the shaft to the contactpoint of the cb as aiming system

    • @TheBilliardCorner
      @TheBilliardCorner  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Didn't know that, I'll have to give that a try. Thanks for the comment!

    • @JayKTS
      @JayKTS 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      This is with normal cut shots .. not with extreme cuts

  • @ChrisWoj
    @ChrisWoj 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The automatic captions of Shane’s name are a watch in themselves. Anyone else ready for the Shamian Boning Experience?

    • @TheBilliardCorner
      @TheBilliardCorner  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      haha just noticed the youtube generated captions

  • @jeffmauldin2841
    @jeffmauldin2841 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great job explaining this technique, but I do have a question: Is this only for center cueball hit or does it work the same for using left or right English? I am obviously going to try this when I get to a pool room lol, but this information might be helpful for us all. Thanks

    • @TheBilliardCorner
      @TheBilliardCorner  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks for the support. The method can be used with left or right english. Watch my "SVB Aiming System Part 2" video as I go over how to do it:
      th-cam.com/video/hQYXtf0O_uo/w-d-xo.html&ab_channel=TheBilliardCorner

  • @trailerwookie
    @trailerwookie 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You forgot to mention how SVB aims the shallow cuts. According to his system, he "sights" using the opposite side of the ferrule. For example, for a shallow cut that cuts to the right, he sights at the left edge of the object ball with the LEFT side of his ferrule. This is the only way this system will work for extremely shallow cuts. I'd say this works on cuts that are less than 30 degrees.

  • @selrahcnoved
    @selrahcnoved 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Damnnn so helpful, thanks man

  • @commandernoodles2367
    @commandernoodles2367 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    At what angle should we start using the very edge of the ferrule? Like how many degrees? From what angle to what angle shpuld we use the very edge, from what angle to what amgle should we use the center of the ferrule? Thanks, man.

    • @vincentbeaurivage
      @vincentbeaurivage 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      35 degrees is the far edge of ferrule, for a 12.5 mm ferrule.

  • @jorgehoyosjr5252
    @jorgehoyosjr5252 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    There is an instructional vídeo by Shane where he explains his ferrule aiming system done by TAR.

  • @dsoogrim
    @dsoogrim 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Please advise...on setting up doesthe left edge of the ferrule pass through the centre of the cue ball....no one addresses this

    • @NoobSaibotVII
      @NoobSaibotVII ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I believe the center of the cue still goes through the center of the cue ball, but you are just using the edge of the ferrule to help get a better visualization on where you need to aim.

  • @josephmcgee8450
    @josephmcgee8450 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks

  • @Sunrayzerozero
    @Sunrayzerozero 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I viewed it in slow mo and the cue deviated to the right after striking, it is no longer aiming at the edge of the OB.
    Do you need to line the cb and ob edges first?

    • @TheBilliardCorner
      @TheBilliardCorner  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Center ball hit shouldn't deviate. Give it a try on a pool table.

  • @everythingbobbywolfe
    @everythingbobbywolfe 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Nice video and thanks. Screw the negativity and ignorance, in some of these comments.

  • @xutfw
    @xutfw 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Here from Reddit. Dope dude.

  • @poolfiend007
    @poolfiend007 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Where can I find some info on The Shane Van Boening Experience. I think that would be cool to get to do.

    • @TheBilliardCorner
      @TheBilliardCorner  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I would follow SVB on his social media platforms. Also check your local pool halls for upcoming events! I highly recommend you go if you ever get the opportunity.

  • @christiangalindo9242
    @christiangalindo9242 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome

  • @fishblade2
    @fishblade2 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Would of loved more on general shots and definitely what about with spin

    • @TheBilliardCorner
      @TheBilliardCorner  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Check out my part 2 video, I demonstrate spin. I will be doing a part 3 video soon to show advanced techniques :)
      th-cam.com/video/hQYXtf0O_uo/w-d-xo.html

  • @stevemarion9591
    @stevemarion9591 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I noticed when you use backhand English your bridge length stays the same length, how come your length does not change when your shooting very short shots compared to your longer shots? Please answer. Thanks a lot steve

  • @rossentownsend4936
    @rossentownsend4936 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Utilizing the leading through trailing edge of the shaft has been well known aiming technique long before Shane..
    This technique has a lot more depth to It then it's being covered here.
    Hal Mix wrote about it decades ago.

    • @louisaltez2109
      @louisaltez2109 ปีที่แล้ว

      I learned it from "Ginky" RIP back in the late 90s.

  • @brett6314
    @brett6314 ปีที่แล้ว

    I guess since I'm an engineer the angles come easy which to me screams why not just give us a table. ie 0 to 10 degrees of cut is center of cue to aim at contact point, etc. Seems like someone would have done this. I'll look around or figure it out. Thanks bro!

    • @brett6314
      @brett6314 ปีที่แล้ว

      OK So its definitely working for smaller angles, like 0 to 10. But the medium angles of using the half ball hit will give a 30 degree cut to the OB. I don't see how this is acceptable for other angles ie 20 degree or 40 degree. It'll simply miss.
      I'm REALLY curious about the two other points of the cue tip; between the outsides and the center. What does he do with those?

  • @ethanletzer3507
    @ethanletzer3507 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    If you want a detailed breakdown from Shane you can either go to the TAR (The Action Report) website or amazon and buy the video he made. Shane did a full instructional DVD with them a number of years back

    • @osvaldobazan9024
      @osvaldobazan9024 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      What is the name of the dvd?

    • @ethanletzer3507
      @ethanletzer3507 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@osvaldobazan9024 its simply called "The Action Report Shane VanBoening Instructional Series" here's a link to it on amazon www.amazon.com/dp/B0813X27HR/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_p9GdEbVGX18CE

    • @TheBilliardCorner
      @TheBilliardCorner  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ethanletzer3507 I've included a link in the description for those who want to purchase a stream of SVB's instructional series. Thanks for the amazon link Ethan, I'll probably purchase the dvd!

  • @gyanrosling2226
    @gyanrosling2226 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    What tip softness do you play with and what do you recommend? I use a medium, thinking of going to a softer one tho.

    • @TheBilliardCorner
      @TheBilliardCorner  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Depends on the tip brand but mostly I use soft tips on my playing cue. For most people, I recommend going with a medium or soft. Give the soft a go and see how you like it. A lot of it is personal preference. Thanks for the question fam.

    • @gyanrosling2226
      @gyanrosling2226 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TheBilliardCorner Thanks!

    • @TheBilliardCorner
      @TheBilliardCorner  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@gyanrosling2226 np!

  • @MrStroked10
    @MrStroked10 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    nice!

  • @restoreasurface2809
    @restoreasurface2809 ปีที่แล้ว

    What about a skinny shaft vs thick shaft, wouldn't that add a variable to the angles?

  • @danielscarel1018
    @danielscarel1018 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    It would be cool to see the top ten players aiming system

    • @mr.lootybutthole
      @mr.lootybutthole 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      That is quite easy, 9 of 10 will have none at all. They have played so long, they became automatic. In fact they would have problems being on top if they still would have to make concious effort to see the lines and contact point. Aiming systems are cool for novices to get a clue where to start from, but ultimately you should become automatic. Dr Dave refers to it as SAMB System wich he finds is the best. SAMB stands for Shoot A Million Balls :D

  • @laurencecorray
    @laurencecorray 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Forget all the negativity here. They just don’t get it. I tried it for all the thin cuts and it works! It didn’t work initially when I was aiming Low.

    • @TheBilliardCorner
      @TheBilliardCorner  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hey thanks for the positivity :) Much appreciated!

  • @Drew18000
    @Drew18000 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Any chance you could do a video for beginners on how to shoot straight. I just started playing pool more serious about 3 months ago and for some reason every time I shoot, I always put right spin on the cue ball. I feel like I’m dead center and shooting straight but I can’t seem to get it right lol well anyways just an idea for a future video maybe. Thanks and best of luck on your TH-cam channel. Can’t wait to see the next video.

    • @TheBilliardCorner
      @TheBilliardCorner  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you for the video idea! I'll keep your comment in mind for future videos.

    • @patrickbreach5094
      @patrickbreach5094 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      FWIW From my experience with this, it happens because your vision center isn't lined up over the cue. This makes it look like you're hitting center ball but in reality it's not.
      My vision center is somewhere between my left eye and my nose. If my chin was over the cue I would not be able to reliably hit center ball.

    • @KarlsCracklingCottonMouth
      @KarlsCracklingCottonMouth 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@patrickbreach5094 this makes a lot of sense to me. Do you have a drill to help find your individual Center of vision?

    • @ProtomanZ
      @ProtomanZ 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@KarlsCracklingCottonMouth I've had a very similar thing for quite some time. There is a drill where you put the cue ball on the spot, try to hit it dead centre, hit the opposite rail and have it come back on the cue tip. It's more reliable if you hit it with a bit of speed. It helps you to find your vision centre and to stay down on the shot. You immediately get feedback if you aren't perfectly straight.
      In my case I was hitting the ball dead centre but I tend to twist my back arm a bit, so at the last minute I struck the ball slightly more to the left. There is also a drill for that where you just strike over the table on the line between the cushion and the wood and see how straight you end up.
      I've also found that progressive stroke drills help me be a bit more confident when shooting straight in shots during games.
      Hope these things help you find your stroke.

    • @KarlsCracklingCottonMouth
      @KarlsCracklingCottonMouth 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ProtomanZ thank you for your reply. I am a 7 in apa 8 Ball however feel like there is much room to improve. I actually already use those drills that you speak of. But I feel like the one you were talking about is for finding center of the cue ball not finding the center of your vision. I feel like those are two different things. I want to learn where to place my eyes over a shot is what I'm talking about. Kind of like putting if you're a golfer do you want to be over the ball with your center of vision not just putting your nose over the ball. I hope this makes sense.

  • @dragul312
    @dragul312 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Does the shaft diameter make a difference? Obviously, when sighting down the shaft, the left tof the ferrule on a 12.75mm or 12.8mm is different than an 11.75mm shaft.

    • @TheBilliardCorner
      @TheBilliardCorner  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes, makes a slight difference. Play around with the aiming system and adjust it to your shaft and game.

    • @TheSwitzAutomotive
      @TheSwitzAutomotive 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TheBilliardCorner I thought of this right away. One of my shafts is 11mm ... a real challenge to play with a lot of fun. My regular playing shaft is 11.75mm

  • @gregorysivik5044
    @gregorysivik5044 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    That’s how I felt when I beat Dr. Cue and Alison Fisher in a pick-up game!

  • @Digiphex
    @Digiphex ปีที่แล้ว

    It is the way I figured out when we got a pool table and I was 12. I was lining up the ferrule to the edge of the ball for a 45 degree, etc. And without discussing it, my brother was doing the same. I think everyone figures this out on their own the first game they play as a kid.

  • @tonyl888able
    @tonyl888able 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I did not get it can you shine some light. For thin cut shots, you said line up the edge of object ball with the edge of ferrule. But then where is the edge of ferrule line up on the cue ball? For example, a 60 degree cut shot, the distance between the edge of object ball and the center of cue ball is much greater than the radius of ferrule. Thanks.

    • @jaroslavcech225
      @jaroslavcech225 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      with this system I am pretty sure you always have to hit the cue ball in the exact centre. However I am not sure if SVB really uses it that often cause so many of his cut shots are played with some kind of side spin, because he's trying to get position for the next ball....

  • @ansvel
    @ansvel 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Could you explain when to use the rest of points of the ferrule?

    • @TheBilliardCorner
      @TheBilliardCorner  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Watch my SVB Aiming Secrets video (Part 2).

    • @beefonweckeastside3323
      @beefonweckeastside3323 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      When you're cutting the ball to the right this video is showing him cutting the ball to the left

  • @stefanciubotaru4611
    @stefanciubotaru4611 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am so interested to know what Cue tip do you use ... I have not seen that one before ... what shaft and butt and weight and pin do you have ????

    • @TheBilliardCorner
      @TheBilliardCorner  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I am using a Kamui Brown Soft Clear tip (my absolute favorite tip, plays so crisps). In this video, I am using a custom Mike Lambros cue with his standard 12.9mm shaft with ivory ferule. Cue is 19oz and the pin is Mike Lambros Ultra Joint (his own secret sauce). I will be doing a "what's in my case" video soon showing you guys my cue and case collection. Stay tuned and subscribe for that!

    • @stefanciubotaru4611
      @stefanciubotaru4611 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TheBilliardCorner What do you have under the tip ... there is a clear type of a pad ...

    • @TheBilliardCorner
      @TheBilliardCorner  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@stefanciubotaru4611 Yes, the tip is a "Kamui Brown Soft Clear". It is a premium leather layered tip with a clear backing. The clear backing protects the ivory ferules when changing to new tips. Also looks cool! I'll prob do a video talking about tips soon.

    • @stefanciubotaru4611
      @stefanciubotaru4611 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TheBilliardCorner thank you so much

    • @TheBilliardCorner
      @TheBilliardCorner  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@stefanciubotaru4611 No problem, got you fam.

  • @MrCaptainAustralia
    @MrCaptainAustralia 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Is that a 7ft table? If so do you mind giving me the rail sight measurements? Im looking to install some on my table but can't find the distance measurements for a 7ft table.. Cheers

    • @TheBilliardCorner
      @TheBilliardCorner  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes, it is a 7ft table. I would imagine the railings could have slightly different measurements depending on the table brand/model. I'm no table mechanic so I really don't know much about sight measurements (In fact, I don't even know what a sight measurement is). I recommend contacting a local table mechanic in your area for help.

    • @MrCaptainAustralia
      @MrCaptainAustralia 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TheBilliardCorner the 3 rail sights (dots) on every rail to help line up bank shots, i just need to know the spacing between the sights say from the centre of the midle sight to the centre of the next one. I know the middle sight is dead in the middle of the rail i just need the spacing between the others. Millimetres would be preferable but anything would be a help

    • @TheBilliardCorner
      @TheBilliardCorner  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Captain Aust Just measured it. looks like 9 and 3/4 of an inch from the center of the dot to the center of the next dot (Nothing that reads mm sorry).

    • @MrCaptainAustralia
      @MrCaptainAustralia 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TheBilliardCorner all good, that's a hugh help, ill be able to work it all out from there,, that's mate

    • @TheBilliardCorner
      @TheBilliardCorner  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@MrCaptainAustralia No problem

  • @joerobertson7887
    @joerobertson7887 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    How do you aim when the object ball is not always 4-6" from the rail? Just go by the angle or what?

    • @TheBilliardCorner
      @TheBilliardCorner  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Check out my newest video (pt. 2). I go over some application examples with your exact question. Generally speaking if the cut shot is very thin, you would aim the very edge of the ferule to the edge of the object ball. If the angle is not as thin, you would aim more inwards on your ferule. Feel free to ask more questions if you're still confused after watching my newest video.

  • @jimmieharper6564
    @jimmieharper6564 ปีที่แล้ว

    You really know how explain S V Bs aiming system well.
    Thank You

  • @KevinDufflev
    @KevinDufflev 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Does this apply on all tip sizes ? Such as 13mm or 12mm .