A low deflection shaft is a pool cue shaft built to push the cue ball off line less when you use sidespin. Learn how deflection works, pros and cons, and who might want one.

How to tell if a pool cue is straight: the roll test, the sight test, how to check a two piece cue, what a small wobble means, and how to keep your cue from warping.

How to clean a pool cue shaft safely in 5 steps: wipe, clean, dry, smooth, and protect. Learn what to avoid so you do not damage the wood or the ferrule.

Soft vs hard pool cue tip: which is better? Learn 5 simple differences in feel, spin, upkeep, and wear, and which tip fits a beginner.

On May 27, 2019, John Schmidt ran 626 balls in straight pool and broke Willie Mosconi's 526. Here is how he did it and how the BCA made it official.

TLDR: Train one skill at a time. Week 1 is your stroke. Week 2 is aim. Week 3 is cue ball control. Week 4 puts it together in real games. Practice short and often. “Billiards table 1.JPG” (CC0), via Wikimedia Commons What you will learn: A four week training plan Easy drills for each...