Snooker cues are made from a variety of materials. Some are heavier than others, while others are lighter than others. Maple and ash are great choices for snooker cues, regardless of their material. Maple comes with many drawbacks, so it 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. Because of the uneven and wide graining, it can be difficult for them to bend straight. It is therefore important to carefully select your cue to avoid potential problems.
Ash cues are traditionally made of English ash. However, felling laws have led to a decrease in the availability. In recent years, American ash has become more popular, as it is straight grain. English ash cues can be darker and heavier than those made in the USA and often have visible chevrons. Maples such as Acer sacrum are also available, but they tend to be more expensive. The maple timber is fully kiln-dried and seasoned for at least 12 months.
Rolled and bound the identical
Ash is a dense, lightweight and durable wood that's great for making a snooker utensil. It is less expensive than some high-end luxury snooker cups. It has a little bit of flexibility, making it easier to spin. It also has lower deflection than other woods.
Maple and Ash are the two most popular timbers for making cue shafts. Maple and Ash are both very rigid and have great playability. Some models have brass or plastic ferrules.
Responsive to wear-and-tear
When you use your snooker cues, it is important to take care of them. You must keep them out of direct sun and moisture. The best way to prevent them from warping or damage is to keep them on a cue shelf. It is also important that they are protected from abrasive material such as chemicals and sandpaper.
You can add weight to them to help keep them in top condition. Selecting a cue must weigh no less than 17 ounces is advisable. Anything lighter will place strain on your arms. An arm acceleration problem can be caused by a cue that's too light.
Weight gain at the butt
It is essential to have a good balance by weighing the butt on a snooker snooker cup. Many cues have ash but some are made out of maple. Some cues are decorated, while others are plain and simple.
The shaft is made up of a butt which is a heavy piece lower than the shaft and attached by a bolt. The shaft, on the other hand, is a shorter and narrower part. The two pieces are joined at the butt. Here a male screw threads through a female one. Cue joints can be made of wood, plastic, or brass. The most common are brass-to-brass joints.
Rolling and bouncing the identical
One of the most well-known types of snooker cues is the ash billiard. Ash snooker snooker cues typically weigh 18-20 ounces. This is much lighter that the larger billiard ball. While most snooker cues can be made of ash (mostly), there are also cues made out of maple.
Also, ash snooker cues cost less than other materials. It will depend on how much they cost wholesale. Therefore, it is easy to find a cue for a reasonable price.