In the sixties you could buy a cue with a dial on the butt that had all the colours of the balls on it , all you had to do was dial the colour you needed to pot and 99 percent of the time it would do as you asked, I wonder what happened to that cue manufacturer.
@@ukhhskank9710 Its all true, I used to have a set of darts with dials on them too, you just dialed what you needed to hit like double tops or treble eighteen and hey presto you were guaranteed success.
bro he shooots too slow. because he can’t control cueball properly. You can see how he fast forward every shot. so yeah a good cue is very important. this guy not telling the whole truth that he uses a good snooker cloth too the one that is very fast cloth.
Only got into Snooker a few months ago and itching to get practicing on a table for the first time. Your videos along with Barry Stark's are very useful. Wouldn't mind a cue either 😉
HI Steve, I've been watching your videos for some time now with the greatest of admiration. Your style is easy to listen to and your unedited results make us believe that your demonstrations are achieveable. Keep up the good work Steve. I only wish that I was nearer to the midlands to take some lessons with you. You sir, are an inspiration.... Many thanks Paul
Liked that and I'm sure you could clear the colours with the halfbutts if you wanted to. When it comes to cheap cues I always feel one piece is better. Sometimes the cheaper joints can ruin the feel and even have an effect on solid contact. They always seem to be lightweight also.
Please could you also comment on ‘feel’ and feedback from this cue. Many say you need a one piece cue rather than jointed; and if jointed a 3/4 is better than 1/2. You didn’t seem to feel any negative points on the playability with the challenge successes!
yes, the sound of the strike was more hollow sounding and not "as solid", but the sound doesn't make the shot. Good observation. This video proves what I have been seeing and saying for a long time - the price of the cue has very little effect on how good you are going to play.
I'm getting a new cue this weekend, haven't bought one before. It will be nice to have something I'm used to rather than having a different one each week.
The saying , " it's not the cue but the cueist that does the job " proven today. Would love to learn such cue action from you someday. Love & respect from India 🇮🇳
I fins these tutorials very helpful for reminding even seasoned player's that the basics are as important as the all the fancy flash shots a good/better player makes. Calmness focus and consistency is the key to every aspect of this sport. Forgot to mention i use my grandfathers cue. The only modification i did was to drill and insert a steel bar into the butt. As i found it a bit light and unbalanced. It also helps me with power through the extra weight
Gotta say I came for some snooker advice and I’ve been stuck on the channel for a couple of hours now ! So informative from someone who is clearly experienced in the game, definitely earned a subscriber
thanks for opening our eyes on the cue thing, I sometimes find that the noise a cue makes in contact with the shot, in my case, makes me feel s little more confident about the cue I am using. just goes to show, dont blame the tools
When I started, me brother and myself were talking about cues and the various merits of this that the other, and our dad walked in on the conversation and just piped up "Stephen Hendry could beat you both with a broom handle" and then waltzed off...... He's right. The tip is all.
Needs to be straight though Very impressive 100+ with a 10 pound cue Good tip essential If I have to play with a house cue I will make sure it's straight and a good weight Then give the tip a scuff up with a scuffer Got 1/2 a chance then :-))
I’m just getting into the sport and absolutely love the channel!! I feel as though I have my own personal coach in my pocket all the time! I think having the consistency of using the same cue each week rather than the ones left at the club would help move my game forward. Love the vids - keep them coming!!!
My 30 year old cheap cue sat in the cupboard for 20 years between my snooker days & my now English 8-ball fun. It's a little warped, but with a new tip & knowing which way to hold the cue, it's doing all right. A bad tradesman blames his tools.
Great video matey, I agree 100% it does not matter how expensive the cue is, it's up to the individual player and how he or she can use their tools! Keep these videos coming, cheers!
There should be more coaches like you Steve. The cue itself is overlooked especially the value of the cue. Many players myself included, when reached a higher level in all areas, break building, long potting and safety thought if I get a stiffer shaft with a nice grain then it would give me that edge with increased cue power. And even though it does help with some cue power, no one else would be able to play with it properly other than me since I’m using my own technique and cue action along with timing the shot well with very little effort. So you’re very right the technique and the way you time the ball as opposed to hitting at the ball is true, very important and also when you’re in amongst the balls you don’t need that much cue power it’s mainly about the player concentrating, cueing in a straight line and keeping close control of the white. I once purchased a woods cue from China while my original cue was undergoing repairs and on the first day it got delivered I could play every shot and made a 63 managed to split the pack nicely. Wasn’t the best for smoothness but it did the job intended in order to play properly 👍🏻 Very informative video dispensing from the myth you need an expensive cue to improve your game.
Hey sir thank you..i believe that it ia not all about the cue but the training you put,and to be fully commited to the snooker. It is very good to collect more information abt cue and the game of pool table it self..
Hello Mr. Barton, You really put a lot of effort in making these videos, really appreciate it. The tips and techniques are also very accurate and easy to follow. Kudos for creating such great content. I do have a request/idea for a future video, i watched the side spin video of yours and was really helpful, I would really love to watch an extended version of that which could explain how the cue balls behaves with side spin when it hits the cushion, especially when you are playing a 2/3 cushion shot.
The most important part of the cue is the tip. Can you make a vid on what tip-types / shapes etc there are and what their focus is, please? ... and how much the chalk distribution on the tip plays a role?
i'm looking for a new cue as mine is bent. i've taped it to a long spirit level to try and straighten it. it's a great video to show you don't need to spend a fortune. i'm looking at something simple without the fancy splicing with the exotic timbers as this is what you end up paying for. eye candy yes, but it ain't gunno improve my game.
Just bought a new cue myself today. Haven't played for a long time, but am starting to get back into it. Love watching your videos. Maybe one day I'll consider coming to you for some coaching. God only knows i need it!
my cue cost me £45 from my local Snooker centre and came with a free case, I love it. I made a 61 break the same day i got it, and yesterday i got a 93 in the line up exercise. My highest ever, was so chuffed.
Wonderful session. Proved a lot of things. One which is that a player can use any cue that they feel comfortable with and not necessarily be an expensive one.
I bought my cue 2nd hand in a brick-a-brac shop for £5. It's basically a "house" cue you'll see on a rack. I use a 9mm elkmaster tip. Probably worth about the fiver I paid for it. I knock in decent breaks ranging from 40s up to 60s and 70s most of the time I play. Not every frame but most of the time I play. A decent cue helps but a great technique with an average cue will get you through. All depends how serious you want to play really.
Finally someone does a video about cheap cues cause lord knows I can’t afford a pro one. Just shows it’s all about prep and technique. Nice job Barton Snooker very helpful
I got my own 2 piece cue which I bought it at RM150, that's about £ 28 Pounds. Been using it for 5 nearly 6 years now. Only changed the cue tip twice, but overall I just keep practicing and thru your tutorial improved my play much better now.
Steve, what you didn't mention here is that the length of the cue seems important, the cue length should depends on your body height and reach just below your shoulder right?
Hey Steve, I had a few cues in my snooker life and sometimes, the cheap cues did me the power of good. Had my first 50 years ago with a cheap Argos cue. Fun times. Loved the video, very informative and intuitive.
Yes sir you are absolutely right that it's not important to have an expensive cue to play well but it's more important to have a brilliant coach to teach us that what is the best way to play well. But unfortunately I can't afford a brilliant coach for one to one coaching session but I always learn from you so I am really thank full to you to teach me step by step. Thank you so much
I agree that you can play decent snooker with an average cue. It does help if the cue is the correct length, though. For years I was using a cheap (30 € I think) ROS 2 piece 57" cue , but I just felt it was too short for me as I'm 6ft3". I recently bought a cheap enough 59" Ton Praram III Begin cue for around 160 € and the extra length and just the feel and quality of it has given me the confidence to play even more consistently and I can see improvements every time I play. Great videos as well, by the way! Yourself , Barry Stark and Break from life have given me many tips and guidance over the years!
Loved this video -very encouraging for a beginning snooker player. I happened to have bought a snooker cue very much like the one you demo in this vid. I happen to have a few decent tips laying about and would like to replace the factory installed tip just as you did. Could you make a video demonstrating your process of replacing a tip on your snooker cue? I a bit hesitant to try doing it myself - fearful I might damage the metal ferel. I have looked all over you tube for videos about this and have not found what I'm looking for. I subbed your channel as soon as I discovered it!
The cue plays a big part to feel comfortable while playing but at the end of the day, it's all up to the stance, pre-shot routine and delivery of the cue I surely believe. Having said that, Steve you have all the necessary qualities and more that even with a broomstick you can easily make a Ton!! Well done for another informative session :) ...keep'em coming!!
Im not sure if its been mentioned but when Ken Doherty won the WC in 1997 he did so with a cue he bought for £2 as a kid in his old snooker club, having haggled it from £5. He still uses it today, enough said.
Its a really nice motive to amature players who plays in local clubs with different cues to improve their game. Its just the solid cue action which matters💪
Good advice. I was researching cues, and wasn't sure if it was worth jumping in boots and all and buying something expensive or not. Now I know. Thanks
Great pot percentage. Don't blame the tools, blame one self for errors. The cue performed great. For all newbies to the sport, start simple and change your equipment with time.
Personaly i think a good cue is important for your confidence,ok when you are training alone and making line ups and etc even with a cheap cue it doesn't matter a lot but when you playing frames against somebody else or competition matches it is little bit different
I'm an electric wheelchair-bound club player and I play lots of local tournaments (twice doubles semi finalist), you make it look so beautiful the way you cue the ball
Just started to play snooker so I am finding your channel very useful. I am looking to buy a cue soon but don’t want to spend much so may give this one a look.
Great video, I was thinking of upgrading my cue, perhaps all I need is a better tip as I haven't changed it since I brought it. Then I've got not excuses really as you have proven.
I've always agreed that the cue is not the be all and end all. What's your opinion on the Stephen Hendry story where he said he never regained the form once his original cue was broken in transit. Do you think that was more psychological ?
Do you play in any league or amateur tournaments? It would be good to watch a video of you playing a competitive frame/match! My grandad played for years with a cheap 2-piece cue. I inherited it from him when he passed away a few years ago, but I've only used it once because the tip isn't great and I'm not sure how to replace it without damaging it. A new cue (even a cheap one) would be nice, but I don't live in the UK and I expect you don't want to pay to ship it abroad? (I image the shipping would be more than the cue itself xD)
Love this video Steve - just proves that technique is king. Steve Prest once told me that as long as the cue is straight and doesn't have a lot of flex in it, you're good to go.
Tip maybe for a video: How can I exactly find out what i could do better with my hole technique, stance and backswing etc. without having someone who can analyse me in person. Would be nice if you could give us some tips. Keep up that good work, really helpful channel. Greetings from Germany
Some great snooker Steve I played wit a cue that was accent and like a banana and still made 50s I'm sure Hendrys cue was a old beat up thing bought second hand in a club in Dunfermline Cheers Andy
Hi..you are a lovely coach...i have a question...my backswing is perfectly straight but when i decide to deliver the cue then my wrist is slightly move...em doing practice on bulk line but this is not working how could i correct it...
I can think of a few reasons and you need to test which one or more contribute to your situation. 1) any of the bridge hand, shoulder, elbow, one side or two sides, or your eyes, head, moved when the cue is delivered. 2) Your vision is not properly aligned with the line of aim, though you think it is. 3) your body and limbs are not in a proper form that allows you to cue straight. 4) Vision and form are not aligned when slight adjustments are made after bending down for the shot.
@@snooker9773 thanks...ok i wanna tell you something or asking...my cue action is short..em working on proper cue action....i think in my short cue action the way i play snooker is working but when i decide to improve my game and my cue action my muscle grooving is stopped i think thats why my wrist is moving..my english is not very good..😅
cheers Steve, yes you can get hung up about the cue every day in the club, but the real answer is getting a great technique and a positive attitude , and the rest will eventually take care of itself. The cue looks ok too!
I have watched several of your videos and I am improving little by little, every time I play I make outstanding long shots and banks and yet miss easy shots.
I used to play with a cue which was broken in 2 places,1 near the tip and the butt was also broken..even my tip was broken and shredded and i could see the surface of the top end of my cue beneath the tip... but there was no issue whatsoever in playing and potting all sorts of balls...all it's about is the technique and nothing else
You have given me motivation .. Bcoz I too play in somewhat a cheap cue... your videos give me perfection in my every single game I play.. I always wait for your new videos..
Trust me you can find nice cheap cues that become part of your arm in fact for me if I play well with one I can love it more than expensive made to measure cues, nice vid 👍
You could give this man a branch and he would still pot more than me 😭
A mate of mine once beat me at english pool using exactly that - a branch... he was even chalking it to rub it in a little bit more :D
... and in my next video I‘ll use a cane 🤣 I love it. You’re cool.
In the sixties you could buy a cue with a dial on the butt that had all the colours of the balls on it , all you had to do was dial the colour you needed to pot and 99 percent of the time it would do as you asked, I wonder what happened to that cue manufacturer.
@@PatrickKelly-lz3pv what 😂😂😂😂😂😂
@@ukhhskank9710 Its all true, I used to have a set of darts with dials on them too, you just dialed what you needed to hit like double tops or treble eighteen and hey presto you were guaranteed success.
My only excuse after missing the shot is gone now, need to find another excuse xd
I always blame the cue and changes it on every single shot
@kajestro m. His career went downhill because of the yips problem.
Just go with ‘tough shot that’ if you miss, come up, have a look at the pocket, grit your teeth slightly and say ‘tough shot that one’ 😂
My excuse "it was a connoisseur shot" cuz it kinda sewered.
uncomfortable shoes
This video is just proving how bad I am in playing snooker lol!!
😂😂 me too.
me too :(
me too :(
Damn that's me 😭😭
how good HE is
108 is probably more than all my breaks combined, must be the cue 😆
Me: I hope he misses so I can keep saying the problem is my cue
The video:
Me: Damn
LOLOL
bro he shooots too slow. because he can’t control cueball properly. You can see how he fast forward every shot. so yeah a good cue is very important. this guy not telling the whole truth that he uses a good snooker cloth too the one that is very fast cloth.
Only got into Snooker a few months ago and itching to get practicing on a table for the first time. Your videos along with Barry Stark's are very useful. Wouldn't mind a cue either 😉
ive only ever seen snooker/pool at the pub.
didnt know ppl could b this good its insane.
jelly.
im in the midst of a long line of losses
pray 4 me
Have you watched any snooker matches?
HI Steve,
I've been watching your videos for some time now with the greatest of admiration. Your style is easy to listen to and your unedited results make us believe that your demonstrations are achieveable. Keep up the good work Steve. I only wish that I was nearer to the midlands to take some lessons with you.
You sir, are an inspiration....
Many thanks
Paul
Thanks very much Paul. I really appreciate your kind comments.
We all agree with Paul 100%. Actually, your channel is the only snooker-related one that was left on my subscription list after the year end cleaning.
Liked that and I'm sure you could clear the colours with the halfbutts if you wanted to. When it comes to cheap cues I always feel one piece is better. Sometimes the cheaper joints can ruin the feel and even have an effect on solid contact. They always seem to be lightweight also.
My cue is worth 120 pound but my old one was 40 n done me fine honestly i dont think its the cue its just how good you are
Please could you also comment on ‘feel’ and feedback from this cue. Many say you need a one piece cue rather than jointed; and if jointed a 3/4 is better than 1/2. You didn’t seem to feel any negative points on the playability with the challenge successes!
I noticed a different sound when you were striking the cue ball, more clunky
Lee Alton DJ Alton X because the cheaper ones aren’t as dense. Weaker wood sounds more hollow
yes, the sound of the strike was more hollow sounding and not "as solid", but the sound doesn't make the shot. Good observation. This video proves what I have been seeing and saying for a long time - the price of the cue has very little effect on how good you are going to play.
I'm getting a new cue this weekend, haven't bought one before. It will be nice to have something I'm used to rather than having a different one each week.
The saying , " it's not the cue but the cueist that does the job " proven today. Would love to learn such cue action from you someday. Love & respect from India 🇮🇳
I fins these tutorials very helpful for reminding even seasoned player's that the basics are as important as the all the fancy flash shots a good/better player makes. Calmness focus and consistency is the key to every aspect of this sport. Forgot to mention i use my grandfathers cue. The only modification i did was to drill and insert a steel bar into the butt. As i found it a bit light and unbalanced. It also helps me with power through the extra weight
Really enjoyed that. Getting back into snooker after many years and loving some university of RUclips cue advice. Well worth a subscribe
Gotta say I came for some snooker advice and I’ve been stuck on the channel for a couple of hours now ! So informative from someone who is clearly experienced in the game, definitely earned a subscriber
Many thanks! Much appreciated 🙂
As a Taiwanese, I don’t really have the resources to learn snooker, so thank you for your brilliant tutorial videos!
thanks for opening our eyes on the cue thing, I sometimes find that the noise a cue makes in contact with the shot, in my case, makes me feel s little more confident about the cue I am using. just goes to show, dont blame the tools
When I started, me brother and myself were talking about cues and the various merits of this that the other, and our dad walked in on the conversation and just piped up "Stephen Hendry could beat you both with a broom handle" and then waltzed off......
He's right.
The tip is all.
Needs to be straight though
Very impressive 100+ with a 10 pound cue
Good tip essential
If I have to play with a house cue I will make sure it's straight and a good weight
Then give the tip a scuff up with a scuffer
Got 1/2 a chance then :-))
Great video! You mentioned, from my point of view, the most important point: the tip! Get a good tip and the cue is secondary!
I’m just getting into the sport and absolutely love the channel!! I feel as though I have my own personal coach in my pocket all the time! I think having the consistency of using the same cue each week rather than the ones left at the club would help move my game forward. Love the vids - keep them coming!!!
Brilliant Steve. I'm convinced you could make a century with a broom shank.
GOOD stuff
My 30 year old cheap cue sat in the cupboard for 20 years between my snooker days & my now English 8-ball fun. It's a little warped, but with a new tip & knowing which way to hold the cue, it's doing all right. A bad tradesman blames his tools.
Great video matey, I agree 100% it does not matter how expensive the cue is, it's up to the individual player and how he or she can use their tools! Keep these videos coming, cheers!
There should be more coaches like you Steve. The cue itself is overlooked especially the value of the cue. Many players myself included, when reached a higher level in all areas, break building, long potting and safety thought if I get a stiffer shaft with a nice grain then it would give me that edge with increased cue power. And even though it does help with some cue power, no one else would be able to play with it properly other than me since I’m using my own technique and cue action along with timing the shot well with very little effort. So you’re very right the technique and the way you time the ball as opposed to hitting at the ball is true, very important and also when you’re in amongst the balls you don’t need that much cue power it’s mainly about the player concentrating, cueing in a straight line and keeping close control of the white. I once purchased a woods cue from China while my original cue was undergoing repairs and on the first day it got delivered I could play every shot and made a 63 managed to split the pack nicely. Wasn’t the best for smoothness but it did the job intended in order to play properly 👍🏻 Very informative video dispensing from the myth you need an expensive cue to improve your game.
Hey sir thank you..i believe that it ia not all about the cue but the training you put,and to be fully commited to the snooker. It is very good to collect more information abt cue and the game of pool table it self..
Hello Mr. Barton,
You really put a lot of effort in making these videos, really appreciate it. The tips and techniques are also very accurate and easy to follow. Kudos for creating such great content.
I do have a request/idea for a future video, i watched the side spin video of yours and was really helpful, I would really love to watch an extended version of that which could explain how the cue balls behaves with side spin when it hits the cushion, especially when you are playing a 2/3 cushion shot.
The most important part of the cue is the tip. Can you make a vid on what tip-types / shapes etc there are and what their focus is, please? ... and how much the chalk distribution on the tip plays a role?
i'm looking for a new cue as mine is bent. i've taped it to a long spirit level to try and straighten it. it's a great video to show you don't need to spend a fortune. i'm looking at something simple without the fancy splicing with the exotic timbers as this is what you end up paying for. eye candy yes, but it ain't gunno improve my game.
Just bought a new cue myself today. Haven't played for a long time, but am starting to get back into it. Love watching your videos. Maybe one day I'll consider coming to you for some coaching. God only knows i need it!
my cue cost me £45 from my local Snooker centre and came with a free case, I love it. I made a 61 break the same day i got it, and yesterday i got a 93 in the line up exercise. My highest ever, was so chuffed.
Wonderful session. Proved a lot of things. One which is that a player can use any cue that they feel comfortable with and not necessarily be an expensive one.
I bought my cue 2nd hand in a brick-a-brac shop for £5.
It's basically a "house" cue you'll see on a rack. I use a 9mm elkmaster tip. Probably worth about the fiver I paid for it. I knock in decent breaks ranging from 40s up to 60s and 70s most of the time I play. Not every frame but most of the time I play. A decent cue helps but a great technique with an average cue will get you through. All depends how serious you want to play really.
Finally someone does a video about cheap cues cause lord knows I can’t afford a pro one. Just shows it’s all about prep and technique. Nice job Barton Snooker very helpful
I got my own 2 piece cue which I bought it at RM150, that's about £ 28 Pounds. Been using it for 5 nearly 6 years now. Only changed the cue tip twice, but overall I just keep practicing and thru your tutorial improved my play much better now.
Thanks for all the tips, great advise on the cue too, was planning on getting my personal cue last week.
Steve, what you didn't mention here is that the length of the cue seems important, the cue length should depends on your body height and reach just below your shoulder right?
Hey Steve, I had a few cues in my snooker life and sometimes, the cheap cues did me the power of good. Had my first 50 years ago with a cheap Argos cue. Fun times. Loved the video, very informative and intuitive.
And I really need a tip on the grip on cue shots. How the opening of your hand on every every back swing
I’m in Italy. Can’t play snooker here. But I love it so much I’m following your lessons. Thanks a lot for your passion.
Yes sir you are absolutely right that it's not important to have an expensive cue to play well but it's more important to have a brilliant coach to teach us that what is the best way to play well.
But unfortunately I can't afford a brilliant coach for one to one coaching session but I always learn from you so I am really thank full to you to teach me step by step. Thank you so much
Queue importance: 20% What really makes the difference it’s the Tip of the queue.
Jack Lamata whats a queue
I know what a cue is
@@jamesgabbard1406 bet your fun at partys
Hi , you answered all my questions and then some.
I like the feel and look of maple. What weight, length and tip size would you recommend.
would love the cue ! i think this is brilliant the cue, but aswell as all ya one on one sessions and advice brilliant !
Once again proving why Barton Snooker is the best.
I agree that you can play decent snooker with an average cue. It does help if the cue is the correct length, though. For years I was using a cheap (30 € I think) ROS 2 piece 57" cue , but I just felt it was too short for me as I'm 6ft3". I recently bought a cheap enough 59" Ton Praram III Begin cue for around 160 € and the extra length and just the feel and quality of it has given me the confidence to play even more consistently and I can see improvements every time I play. Great videos as well, by the way! Yourself , Barry Stark and Break from life have given me many tips and guidance over the years!
Cleared my biggest confusion man, excellent tutorial :) keep it up
I just started playing snooker this year and your videos have helped me so much on technique. Thanks👍
Loved this video -very encouraging for a beginning snooker player. I happened to have bought a snooker cue very much like the one you demo in this vid. I happen to have a few decent tips laying about and would like to replace the factory installed tip just as you did. Could you make a video demonstrating your process of replacing a tip on your snooker cue?
I a bit hesitant to try doing it myself - fearful I might damage the metal ferel.
I have looked all over you tube for videos about this and have not found what I'm looking for.
I subbed your channel as soon as I discovered it!
The cue plays a big part to feel comfortable while playing but at the end of the day, it's all up to the stance, pre-shot routine and delivery of the cue I surely believe. Having said that, Steve you have all the necessary qualities and more that even with a broomstick you can easily make a Ton!! Well done for another informative session :) ...keep'em coming!!
If you ever need a half jointed hand made cue please consider using the 1klick snooker joint
Im not sure if its been mentioned but when Ken Doherty won the WC in 1997 he did so with a cue he bought for £2 as a kid in his old snooker club, having haggled it from £5. He still uses it today, enough said.
Cue and tip cue is important to take a firm shot.
Its a really nice motive to amature players who plays in local clubs with different cues to improve their game. Its just the solid cue action which matters💪
I love your videos man, I like how in depth you explain every shot.
Good advice. I was researching cues, and wasn't sure if it was worth jumping in boots and all and buying something expensive or not. Now I know. Thanks
I had and lost many cues like that one. Love your easy style of explaining things . Keep up the great work.
Great pot percentage. Don't blame the tools, blame one self for errors. The cue performed great.
For all newbies to the sport, start simple and change your equipment with time.
Personaly i think a good cue is important for your confidence,ok when you are training alone and making line ups and etc even with a cheap cue it doesn't matter a lot but when you playing frames against somebody else or competition matches it is little bit different
Steve can you do some video on the cue ball tight on the cushion....trying to prevent a miscue..
Amazing video! Made my mindset change on what cue to buy for snooker playing as I’ve been going many time the past year.
Great video. Really shows how important fundamentals are compared to equipment. Thanks.
Thank you for your info specially for beginers such as my self . Cue does not matter if you have the technie
I'm an electric wheelchair-bound club player and I play lots of local tournaments (twice doubles semi finalist), you make it look so beautiful the way you cue the ball
Just started to play snooker so I am finding your channel very useful. I am looking to buy a cue soon but don’t want to spend much so may give this one a look.
Great vid.shows how we all are not up to scratch when playing, money doesn't buy pots.well done.
Love your videos, I've only been playing for a few months so really finding them useful for getting the basics right and improving my game!
Wow thanks! Great video again. I was wondering wether it was useful practicing with not such a great cue but I’m not anymore.
super tips as always, informative on cue use, and my game has improved following your advice and tips...thx Peter
Cheers Peter. Great to help 👍
Nice lesson to know that it's the skills and a little of the cue. Learning to use is important.
Find your video tips very helpful particularly lining up the shot first
Great video, I was thinking of upgrading my cue, perhaps all I need is a better tip as I haven't changed it since I brought it. Then I've got not excuses really as you have proven.
I've always agreed that the cue is not the be all and end all. What's your opinion on the Stephen Hendry story where he said he never regained the form once his original cue was broken in transit. Do you think that was more psychological ?
Really helpful I'm a beginner and it's nice to know you don't need a very expensive cue to improve
I would like get more tips for potting and cue action atc
Thanks for snooker tips especially walking into the line of the shot
Do you play in any league or amateur tournaments? It would be good to watch a video of you playing a competitive frame/match!
My grandad played for years with a cheap 2-piece cue. I inherited it from him when he passed away a few years ago, but I've only used it once because the tip isn't great and I'm not sure how to replace it without damaging it. A new cue (even a cheap one) would be nice, but I don't live in the UK and I expect you don't want to pay to ship it abroad? (I image the shipping would be more than the cue itself xD)
Love this video Steve - just proves that technique is king. Steve Prest once told me that as long as the cue is straight and doesn't have a lot of flex in it, you're good to go.
Tip maybe for a video:
How can I exactly find out what i could do better with my hole technique, stance and backswing etc. without having someone who can analyse me in person. Would be nice if you could give us some tips. Keep up that good work, really helpful channel.
Greetings from Germany
Some great snooker Steve I played wit a cue that was accent and like a banana and still made 50s I'm sure Hendrys cue was a old beat up thing bought second hand in a club in Dunfermline
Cheers Andy
Hi..you are a lovely coach...i have a question...my backswing is perfectly straight but when i decide to deliver the cue then my wrist is slightly move...em doing practice on bulk line but this is not working how could i correct it...
Lol same as me I'm a snooker coach best way is to keep the cue right against the chest and cue smoothly follow through and hit the chest
@@borisjohnson5536 thanks but i think i have a problem with my grip or em not using the correct pressure of grip
I can think of a few reasons and you need to test which one or more contribute to your situation. 1) any of the bridge hand, shoulder, elbow, one side or two sides, or your eyes, head, moved when the cue is delivered. 2) Your vision is not properly aligned with the line of aim, though you think it is. 3) your body and limbs are not in a proper form that allows you to cue straight. 4) Vision and form are not aligned when slight adjustments are made after bending down for the shot.
@@snooker9773 good shout mate
@@snooker9773 thanks...ok i wanna tell you something or asking...my cue action is short..em working on proper cue action....i think in my short cue action the way i play snooker is working but when i decide to improve my game and my cue action my muscle grooving is stopped i think thats why my wrist is moving..my english is not very good..😅
Great video again. Technique has improved over last few weeks with help from these videos
When playing a shot. What’s the last ball you look at. The cue ball or the object ball?? Thanks Ben
The £10 cue worked well but I’m not convinced a free one would in my hands 🙃
cheers Steve, yes you can get hung up about the cue every day in the club, but the real answer is getting a great technique and a positive attitude , and the rest will eventually take care of itself. The cue looks ok too!
During the colour clearance, the sound of the tip touching the white is quite different to your cue I suppose, so the „click“ sound I mean 🤔
I have watched several of your videos and I am improving little by little, every time I play I make outstanding long shots and banks and yet miss easy shots.
What sort of balls do you use for consistency? Would you advise purchasing a set?
My friend was trying to tell me the next step in his game is a new cue..hmmm maybe I will show him this video. Thanks for the content!
I just want to ask you how will this cue work when we will play the deep screw on a long pot?
I've got a US$100 cue, managed to get the deep screws, long ones, but not the consistent breaks, which is the hardest part of the game :)
Your videos helped me a lot to improve my snooker. I would love to have any cue from you. Thank you
Great video. Would love the cue. What are the differences regarding the weight of the cues. ?
I used to play with a cue which was broken in 2 places,1 near the tip and the butt was also broken..even my tip was broken and shredded and i could see the surface of the top end of my cue beneath the tip... but there was no issue whatsoever in playing and potting all sorts of balls...all it's about is the technique and nothing else
Although i wasn't a consistent player and I'm not even now
How about the performance of a high end cue on cheap table with a worn out cloth?
So helpful!!
Best Snooker teacher in the world dude!
I'm subscribing and and turning on the notification click.
Keep it up! 😍😍
You have given me motivation ..
Bcoz I too play in somewhat a cheap cue... your videos give me perfection in my every single game I play.. I always wait for your new videos..
Trust me you can find nice cheap cues that become part of your arm in fact for me if I play well with one I can love it more than expensive made to measure cues, nice vid 👍
Another fab video. It shows that talent is more important than the tool. 👍🏻