There are many materials available for making snooker utensils. Some are heavier than other, while some are lighter than the others. The best options for snooker cues are maple and ash, regardless of material. Maple, however, has many disadvantages, and should be used with caution. These woods vary in their whippyness or stiffness. Be careful when selecting your cue.
Materials used in snooker cues
Ash cues feature clear grain patterns including chevrons or arrows. They can be hard to bend straight due to their uneven graining. It is therefore important to carefully select your cue to avoid potential problems.
Ash cues are traditionally made from English ash, which has become less common due to felling laws. Recently, American ash has been in high demand. It is straight grain. English ash cues are darker and more heavy than the ones in English, and they often display visible chevrons. Acer Sacrarum maples may also be used by players. However, they are usually more expensive. The maple timber has been fully kiln dried and seasoned for at the very least 12 months.
The same was rolled and bound.
Ash is a dense and lightweight wood, which is ideal for making a cue in snooker. It is not as expensive and luxurious as luxury snooker snooker ues. It also has a little flex to it, which makes spinning the ball easier. It also has a lower deflection compared to other woods.
Maple and Ash have been the traditional timbers to use for cue shafts. Maple and Ash have high levels of playability and rigidity. Some models come with brass or plastic ferrules.
Receptive to wear and tear
You must take good care of your snooker cues. They should be kept out of direct sunlight, moisture and heat. It is best to store them on a cue tray. This will protect them against warping and other damage. You should also protect them against abrasive substances like chemicals or sandpaper.
You can keep them in great condition by adding weight. A cue should weigh at least 17 ounces. Any cue that is lighter than this will cause strain to your arm. You may also experience over acceleration if you purchase a cue lighter than that.
Additional weight at the butt
For a balanced snooker game, it is crucial to know the weight of the butt on a cue. Cues made from ash can be found in many forms, while some cues are made with maple. Some cues can be decorated while others are more plain and basic.
The shaft's butt, a lower and heavier piece, is connected to the shaft via a screw. The shaft is a smaller, narrower piece. The two pieces are joined at the butt. Here a male screw threads through a female one. Cue joints can either be made from brass, plastic, or wood. The most common are brass-to-brass joints.
Rolling and bouncing the identical
One of the most sought-after types of snooker is the ash Billiard cue. Ash snooker cues weigh in at 18 to 20 ounces. This is lighter than the larger billiards balls. While most snooker cues can be made of ash (mostly), there are also cues made out of maple.
Ash snooker cues also cost less than other materials. They will cost you based on their wholesale price. You will be able to find a cue of good quality at an affordable price.