I bought a cheap pool cue from Sports Direct..BUT there was a big problem!

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We go to our local store to see what American Pool Cues are on offer, hoping to find one.
Was there a good selection?
The great Filipino legend Efren Reyes played with a $10 Cue in major tournaments and was successful with it. Is the pool cue that inportnant?
Questions…
How does a cheap pool cue compare to a Cuetec Avid with Cynergy shaft?
What is the quality of the cue like?
Is it value for money?
Can a cheap pool cue spin the ball?
Can a cheap pool cue perform as well as a Carbon Fibre Cue?
Should I buy this cue for my gamesroom? Should i buy a cheap pool cue to play tournaments ?
Finally, the big question…
Can Karl beat the Average Pool Player with it? 👀
#sportsdirect #poolcue #8ball #9ball #cuetest

[@StevenJonSmith]

You got absolutely ripped off, £24.99 is not £29.99 with 30% off.

[@nvpoolshooter]

"I'm gonna let you break first because you're not going to break and run." 😅 Taking the piss before the first game. Respect!

[@joeyvanleeuwen5229]

The first thing that came to mind was how Efren showed up on the scene with a $10 (?) pool cue and showed everyone how it was done. On the other hand, maybe $10 in the Philippines back then would get you a very decent cue. Who knows? Nice video Karl!

[@joebloggs1317]

Someone left a 3/4 length cue (maybe closer to 1/2 length tbh) in a local pub, it had a decent tip and I loved it, everyone said I should stop using it, but I beat everyone with it (we all played for the team) and of course spent much time reminding them of the fact. The only drawback was no back swing, like none, but all shots were possible, deep screw was tricky but still possible, it went missing eventually, but I think they hid it just to stop me embarrassing them. In hindsight, I wish I used it during match games, now that would have given me great bragging rights lol

[@davideaston8314]

Great vid and gotta love that The GOAT used a $10 cue, but your "average player" is somehow rocking a £500 stick... I mean, I'm a legit "average" player, and I don't even own a cue! lol

[@veterinaren]

Now compare it to a Decathlon cue

[@ncsEsper]

Because you could do the same thing with a banana.

[@user-hr2cv2ir6w]

Its me again , I told how I do a double break , and told you about flicking your wrist like a dart player . I'm sorry I forgot 1 important detail about flicking the wrist shot . When I do those tap shots with juice , I never hold the cue with a death grip , I just use 2 fingers . About buying cheap cues , I always look the farrow , if its too long leave it there , because its a 1 piece screw on tip with farrow , I always look for a brass or ivory farrow . Also I like just a bit smaller tip what you find on a 8 ball cue . With the smaller tip , the juice you get is unreal . After 45 years playing pool , it was time to stop , also I hurt my shoulder really bad .

[@Amakarz]

what is the fate of this cue now? will you throw it away, give it to someone or keep it as a souvenir?

[@TheNjrider]

I bought a $35-21oz fiber glass cue. I changed the tip $80 and it breaks better then any I've ever had

[@wdiddy1]

This proves you don't need an expense cue, just a straight one with a good tip. I swear I play just as bad with a good house cue as I do with my $2000 cue!

[@joebloggs1317]

I'd suggest that any beginner should buy his her own cue if they are serious about playing the game, most cheap pool cues will be better than most you'll find in the rack at a pub or club. As a bonus it's your cue so you get used to the weight etc.

[@justanotheroldcomment.4582]

Great video. 👍

[@Jamiedot]

This is literally the exact cue I use day to day. This is hilarious seeing someone else buying it, I thought it was only me who ever bought one of them 😂😂

[@keithkruger7270]

Never a bad idea for a new player to buy a cheap cue to start with. They don't know what they are going to like feel wise until they've played a little bit. A cheap cue is good enough to learn some basics with and then you can try out some brand name cues once you have sense of what you are feeling when you strike the cue ball. Most new players don't have anything with which to compare to at first.

[@konstantinosbg]

We have overrated the ''cue'' issue.... I am an amateur 3 cushion billiards player and i know for sure that the only things that you need is a cue that ''suits'' you (mostly a good shaft) with a good tip and a lot of good training...Greetings from Athens GR

[@trailerwookie]

2:03

[@diegoorellana7322]

Love this style of video!

[@haies09]

That bend is top secret for applying english. Just line up center cueball and rotate the cue for the desired english 😊

[@Vince_Paul]

Not always about the cue. A lot to do with how the player addresses the table for each shot. It shows that practice and more practice is the key.