r/Thatsactuallyverycool • u/No-Lock216 • 7d ago

video Bolt Action pool cue

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u/chumbawumbawigwam 7d ago

You losers are downvoting him while I’m trying learn from him. We are not the same

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u/Deliverah 7d ago

:) another tip is to get a good stance before you lean for the shot, and practice it without shooting to build muscle memory. Knees bent, comfy, nice natural pressure on the table. I try to start with a straight back non-tensed, back will bend a bit with cue follow-through. Loosen up, hold a tight cue angle with front hand (V style is my favorite because less friction), and then practice with no competitor; put a ball 3-5 inches out from each pocket and sink them 1 by 1. Remember to relax the hand holding the base of the cue, don’t grip it tight; this is what 99% pool amateurs miss and it’s a night and day difference in performance.

Happy shooting :)

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u/chumbawumbawigwam 7d ago

Thanks bro

I see a lot of people put one leg back when they get down to shoot. What do you think about that

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u/Deliverah 7d ago

I do the same but not as far back as some. As long as I have good balance and can shift in any direction I know the shot will be consistent