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Dazza
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Posted: 2007-09-15 21:44
Well, coming off a great day for Great Britain and for our Imran im looking forward to getting back on a pool table and shooting some pool. The thing is, im not upto the standard of all you pro's on here, but my love for the game is matched with you all.  So, my quick question, does wearing a glove HELP someone who is looking to raise his game? It will give me a smoother action, so that must be a plus? But at the same time if I go into my local rileys with a glove on and dont run out each time, im going to look like a wally.  Anyway, Ive had amazing help here in the past, and you guys have REALLY helped me raise my game. So what are the thoughts on a glove? Dazza  ----------------- Twitter: @Darren_Foord
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Jump_Shot
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From: Yorkshire
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Posted: 2007-09-15 21:50
depends if u get sweaty hands when playing
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Dazza
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Posted: 2007-09-15 21:51
...That I do mate. 
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Jump_Shot
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Posted: 2007-09-15 21:58
u will improve then,,,,,,i think
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Buckster_uk
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From: Surrey
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Posted: 2007-09-15 22:03
If your hands tend to sweat a lot then a glove would be useful, but it does take a while to get used to it.
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Dazza
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Posted: 2007-09-15 22:09
Many thanks lads. 
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PC
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From: Leeds
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Posted: 2007-09-15 23:33
If your hands sweat then the product to use is called Tite-grip it does not change the characteristics of the feel of the cue like a glove does........ I'm sure BigDave can get this for you, if you want a recommendation on this then i'm sure cueofthunder can oblige. This product is basically an antiperspirant for your hands, it was designed for tennis players and golfers and weightlifters etc but can transfer to the world of pool. -----------------  [ This message was edited by: PC on 2007-09-15 23:34 ]
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Dazza
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Posted: 2007-09-16 11:00
Hmm...Very interesting! Thanks for that. May have to have a look into it.
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Danny
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From: Manchester UK
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Posted: 2007-09-16 12:03
I think a glove helps because it provides consistency. Different air conditions in different clubs, weather, countries etc etc.
Wearing a glove will mean your stroke in that sense will always be the same. You won't have to adjust to different conditions.
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Dazza
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Posted: 2007-09-16 12:05
Cheers Danny
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Danny
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Posted: 2007-09-16 12:18
or something along those lines. i've lost my will to check what im typing makes any sense these days.
not that it ever did.
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The_Mole
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Posted: 2007-09-16 12:38
I use a glove even though I feel a bit of a plon-ker I feel that it really adds consistency as Danny says in all sorts of conditions. The only advice I can give about what glove is get the tightest glove you can that fits, as a lose fitting glove is really irritating. You will need to use it for a while before it stops feeling a little odd. I have tried the hand cream and did not really like it. Sir Joseph are a good make of glove and come in all sizes and colours. I once got a skin coloured glove and my friend said I looked like I had a false hand ----------------- www.themole.me[ This message was edited by: The_Mole on 2007-09-16 12:40 ]
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Danny
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Posted: 2007-09-16 12:48
I strongly recommend getting about 10 of the Felice gloves from the pro9 shop. Cut the tip of the middle finger off to avoid your bridge slipping!
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Cue_Of_Thunder
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Posted: 2007-09-16 12:55
On 2007-09-15 23:33 , PC Wrote:!!! QUOTE !!! If your hands sweat then the product to use is called Tite-grip it does not change the characteristics of the feel of the cue like a glove does........
I'm sure BigDave can get this for you, if you want a recommendation on this then i'm sure cueofthunder can oblige.
This product is basically an antiperspirant for your hands, it was designed for tennis players and golfers and weightlifters etc but can transfer to the world of pool.
Yeah PC. I'll certainly vouch for this stuff. Makes a world of difference for the sweaty palmed player. BTW Nice break stick and jump cue Dave! I really want your old jump stick!!!!
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mackie
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From: hull
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Posted: 2007-09-16 16:47
i play with a glove when my hands feel sticky.i can recommend the sir joseph ones and the sharpshooter ones good too.
i cut the fingers on the sir joseph so it looks like a sharpshooter
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Dazza
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Posted: 2007-09-16 17:48
Cool, thanks lads.
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ironarm
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From: west midlands
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Posted: 2007-09-16 21:47
another option is to get a talc pad??!! although i nearly got kicked out of rileys, it was on the table next to me and they thought i had a bag of drugs!!
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BigDave
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From: England
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Posted: 2007-09-17 09:42
Actually the talc bag is one of a whole load of products that we've been able to dramatically reduce the price of recently in The Pro Shop. Gloves are even more affordable now too. Check out these new low prices for these "on topic" products in The Pro Shop. 
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Dazza
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Posted: 2007-09-17 18:50
Will have a look Dave
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worriedbeef
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Posted: 2007-09-23 17:55
using a glove will give you the absolute smoothest possible stroke possible. ever. lol. nothing can compete.
after a little while you wont want to go back. i now hate shooting without mine. give them a try.
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