Question on pool cue weight and accuracy?
Do you find pool cue weight can play a part in accuracy…or power for that matter? Isn’t the cue just an extension of you? It’s not like bowling where the ball changes weight. The difference between onces seems miniscual in relation to the pounds you have behind it, so does the weight really matter? Is the weight as important as the other cosmetic parts of the cue (not important)?
From a physics standpoint, the only parts of your body that the weight of matters in your regular cue stroke (not your break) is your forearm and hand, since they are the only parts doing any significant moving. So, in that sense, yes a couple of ounces can make a difference since your arm is not that heavy.
From a practical standpoint, you can certainly feel the difference between cues that are an ounce or so different, and a difference of two or more ounces is quite noticeable.
From a playing standpoint, yes the weight can make a difference. The stroking motion is roughly similar to that of a pendulum, and a heavier cue will tend to “want” to stay online more often, and seem to “assist” in making a good stroke. This does not mean that a heavier cue is automatically better though. A lighter cue will be easier to make pinpoint movements with, and thus players who prefer lighter cues will tell you that they feel lighter cues make it easier for them to have more precise control of the cue ball, including the spin they use and the placement of the cue ball.
In general, players who make long, flowing, pendulum-like strokes or beginners who have problems making a straight stroke should tend to favor heavier cues, while players with short, stabbing strokes, or who prefer feel and precision to brute force should steer towards lighter cues.
And FYI, the vast majority of players tend to use cues at or very close to 19oz.
APA Dr. Cue Instruction – Dr. Cue Pool Lesson 23: Buying the Right Cue (What to look for)
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