Cue Ball Types - Billiards and Pool Principles, Techniques, Resources
WEBBlue Dot — This is a generic “old time” cue ball … be careful, because this ball is slightly lighter than the object balls, and is a bit “zingey” (especially with draw). The Blue Circle ball is better to use than the Blue Dot ball.
Cue Ball Differences - AzBilliards Forums
WEBFeb 23, 2010 · To narrow it down and keep it simple, Aramith red circles are still considered the gold standard of cue balls among very good players, and are the easiest cue ball to keep clean which is another bonus.
Red Dot vs. Blue Dot | AzBilliards Forums - forums.azbilliards.com
WEBJul 26, 2006 · In my pool hall, we weighed many cueballs to find both a red dot and blue that were exactly the same, and when shooting extreme sidespin stop shots over and over, the red dot spun much longer than the blue using the same stroke.
Why Do Cue Balls Have Red Dots? - BilliardBeast
WEBMar 28, 2024 · Gain insight into the psychology behind its red dots, learn about different types of training cue balls and the top manufacturers producing them. If you go to the pool hall often enough, or watch pool tournaments on ESPN, chances are you’ve seen a cue ball with red dots on it.
What's the difference between Aramith Super Pro and Red …
WEBApr 13, 2014 · The Aramith Pro Cup (measle), Red Logo, and Brunswick Centennial (blue circle) cue balls are all the same ball, with different graphics - but they are all made with the same Super Pro resin. The red circle is Aramith's generic replacement cue ball; it is not the standard cue ball in any set Aramith makes.
Why Do Cue Balls Have Red Dots? - IndoorGameBunker
WEBThe red dots on a cue ball are mainly made to help players monitor the spin of the cue ball. For the professionals, this visual aid is how they can learn and improve their strokes, game after game. Long-time fans of pool may realize the different makes of the billiard balls set on the table.
Discover the Names of Billiard Balls: A Complete Guide
WEBDistinctive Names of Billiard Balls. Each billiard ball has its unique identity and name that reflects its purpose in the game. For instance, the cue ball is specifically designed to be struck by the cue stick, while the eight ball holds a special significance in pool, as it is the key to winning the game when pocketed last. Similarly, in snooker, each colored ball has its own name tied to its ...
How Training Cue Balls Actually Work - Billiards Direct
WEBA training cue ball is a literal “cheat sheet” for knowing how the cue ball is going to react to your stroke. Practicing with a training cue ball will teach you where the “sweet spots” on the cue ball are, which will allow you to place the cue ball more accurately in real games.
beginner- do you train with this cue ball?should i get one?
WEBJul 2, 2021 · I'm not going to say they're all the same (south ender here) but Aramith red dot and measle are both excellent. Avoid the blue dot that comes with centennials. A measles cue ball is a pretty nice thing to have. The dots along the ball are good for showing you if you're putting any unintentional spin on your shots.
Cue Ball Density - One Pocket and Bank Pool
WEBJun 4, 2007 · Anyone have any valid data on density of blue dot, blue circle, blue fisheye, red dot, red circle, and Aramith pro and 'measle' cue balls? Any info would be appreciated.