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Originally Posted by Captain Ahab Jr
Interesting, wonder how a lighter, stiffer cue would feel to a maple cue, would it improve shots?
I'd imagine a cue with less inertia, deflection/bending would take a bit of adapting to
Has any carbon cue manufacturer laminated in a wireless strain gauge/accelerator for real time telemetry to give the pro super accurate feed back on the force he hits a ball with. Could also add tungsten ballast to increase inertia or to move the centre of gravity about. Would something like that would be helpful in training?
Sorry to derail an interesting thread but I could help myself from thinking out loud
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From what I've read, the carbon fiber shafts have a special weave, tapered of course, and have some sort of foam filler.
There is a "stroke trainer" gadget being sold today. Fastens to the bumper of a cue, gives feedback into a smart phone giving all sorts of data. Force, how straight the stoke, etc. Moveable ballast would not be desirable. Pool is very much a consistency sport. Watch the top pros on youtube and you'll see what I mean. Pre shot routine to the follow through..consistency! Cue weights can be adjusted, usually done by weight bolts in the butt.
It's a brutal game as well...mental pressure can be tremendous at the top level. (edit) To get a feel for that, here's a short match I enjoy watching. Mosconi cup, 2018:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LWnEGin7stU