Ash and maple pool cue: what’s the difference?
As mentioned previously, ash is a durable wood . This is why it is perfect for building the fine arrows that are necessary for playing with UK pool balls. Furthermore, ash being a species of wood widespread in Europe, it was quickly selected to construct English billiard and snooker cues. Durable and plentiful, it was an obvious choice for manufacturers and gamers.
What about maple then?
Choosing your maple wood pool cue means choosing a solid accessory . Indeed, the maple arrows absorb the shock of the ball; the billiard cue therefore does not vibrate, even during powerful shots. Furthermore, maple does not have any veins on its surface. So your vision is not disturbed when aiming. Historically, American pool cues are made of maple. This type of wood is very abundant in North America, so it is a logical choice for the construction of American billiard cues.
That said, French billiard cues are also made of maple because it is more rigid than ash, allowing for more spin in shots on the large carom balls (62mm). And because historically French billiards was widely practiced in the United States.
You will also find billiard cues in Ramin or yellow poplar, these 2 types of wood are intended for leisure billiard cues.
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The grip is an important element for handling
Also pay attention to the grip: like tennis, a corded grip allows for better grip.
Finally, to start the competition, we offer ash billiard cues, in two pieces, cut three quarters.
In order to play on a larger snooker type table, you will need an extension.
What are the advantages of fiber pool cues?
In recent years, fiber pool cues have appeared on the market for all billiard practices. Their high price makes them, for the moment, a product reserved for enthusiasts or even professionals. Made of carbon fiber or fiberglass, these billiard cues are interesting because they are very regular, resistant and much less sensitive to variations in humidity and temperature than wooden billiard cues. Their straightness, weight and flexibility are guaranteed.
Thanks to their increased resistance to the elements (temperature, humidity, etc.), they could, in the long term, allow billiards to be played outdoors!