Array
   

   

       
Welcome to Pro9.co.uk

  The Pro Shop


NEW: Buy 2 items (or more) and get a free
upgrade to 1st Class UK postage.

30th Anniversary
Predator LE Cocobolo

30th Anniversary
Predator LE Ebony

Mezz Tsubasa
Jump Tip

Predator Scorpion
Light - One Only

Predator Scorpion
Dark - One Only

TAOM
V10 - Blue

Cutshots
Perfect Aim Trainer

Predator SP2
Adventura 1

Predator SP2
Adventura 2

Super Shot
V8 Mega Bridge

Samsara True
Playing Tips

IGNITE
IGP Tip Plate

Bob Meucci Custom
Casino 3

Meucci Cues
The Gambler

Taom MaxRack
Order Now!

Kamui
Chalk Shark *Beta


Kamui
Chalk Shark *Roku


Cuetec Truewood
Mappa Burl

Cuetec Truewood
Sycamore

Holly Reborn
New for 2024

Aramith100
Last few sets now...

Aramith Snooker
Super Pro 1G


Aramith BLACK
Back in stock!


Aramith Pro Cup
Back in stock!


Instroke GEO
Black/Burgundy


Cuetec Cynergy X
Full Carbon Cue


Cuetec Cynergy X
Full Carbon Cue


Cuetec Cynergy X
Full Carbon Cue


Predator Urbain
Houndstooth Top


Predator Urbain
Full Houndstooth


Predator Air Rush
GOLD - No Wrap


Predator Air Rush
GOLD - Sport Wrap


Mezz Gloves
Now in 4 Colours!


ProPockets
Free post worldwide!


Mezz GMC-35KC
Black/Carbon


Cuetec DUO Smart
AVID Extension


Cuetec DUO Smart
SVB Extension


Mezz TB-24
Travel Bag


Kamui ROKU Chalk
Slate Grey


Kamui ROKU Chalk
Original Blue


Cuetec AVID Surge
Black/Gold Jump


Cuetec AVID Surge
Brown Stain Jump


Cuetec AVID Surge
Grey Stain Jump


Kamui Athlete Soft
Tip for Carbon Shafts


Kamui Athlete
Tip for Carbon Shafts


Pagulayan Chalk
Blue

Pagulayan Chalk
Green

Cuetec Extension
Extra Butt Cap

Horo Tips
Helios

Horo Tips
Odyssey

Horo Tips
Beast

Bear
Weight Screws

Mezz
ASTR Series


3/8x11
Joint Protector Set


NEW! Moori SST
Super Slow Tall


Predator Glove
Second Skin - Teal


Lucasi
4x8 Soft Case


Fury
Stinger 4


Viking
Cue Towel


Cuetec Bowtie
Now in Colour!


Cuetec Glove
New NOIR Colour


Black Ingot
Break Cue Tip


Pechauer Naked
Black Ice


Triple 60
Billiard Chalk


Cuetec Pro Line 4x8
Noir Limited Edition


Cuetec Pro Line 2x4
Noir Limited Edition


Aramith
Camouflage

Cue Cube
Dime Radius

Cue Cube
Nickel Radius

Mosconi Cup
Team Europe Lag Ball

Mezz Sneaky Pete
Purple Heart 2

Kamui
Tip Protectors

Bear
DB-8 / UniLoc Shaft

Hans Delta
Shaft & Ferrule Care

Cuetec HI-TECH
Graphite cue cleaner

Predator Urbain
Black & Yellow 3x5

Predator Urbain
Black & Yellow 2x4

Table Cover
9ft Leatherette

Lucasi
Limited Edition LUX63


Lucasi
Limited Edition LUX58


Cuetec AVID
Opt-X FK Blue


Pechauer
Rogue Carbon Shaft


Predator
Pro Billiard Series


Sure Shot
Joint Protector Holder


Predator Air Rush
Red Revenge


Cuetec Pro Line 4x8
New GREY Colour


Cuetec Pro Line 4x8
New NAVY Colour


Cuetec Glove
New GREY Colour


Cuetec Glove
New NAVY Colour


Felt Saver
by Cue Candy


8pt Sneaky Pete
Maple and Rosewood


Last 4 Ever
Combo Tip-Tool


Desk Clock
Ideal Gift


4pt Sneaky Pete
Leather emboss wrap


Predator Aspire
Weight Bolts


8pt Sneaky Pete
Leather emboss wrap


High End JPs
Engraved Aluminium


Predator K Series
Iconic Classics 2-3


Predator BK4
No Wrap/Linen/Sports


Kielwood Shafts
11.75mm Torrified


Taom Pro Tips
Back in stock


2 1/4" Table Bowls
Made in England


Mezz
Wavy Joint Protectors


Zan Premium
14mm Soft


Magic Ball Rack
Matchroom Grey


Predator
Black Shadow Hoodie


Predator
White Shadow Hoodie


BMC Meucci
Glass Rose - White


Predator
Crest Billiard Chalk


In Stock Now
Simonis 860


Cuetec AVID Proof
Brown - NW


Cuetec AVID
Low Deflection Shafts


Cuetec AVID Proof
Black - LTW


Predator Pure
3-pc Chalk Sampler


PRO
Inspection Machine


TAOM
Leather Chalk Pouch


HOW
Premium Chalk


Predator P3 Nova
British Racing Green


Moori
Billiard Glove


Predator
Pool Ball Carrier Case


Cuetec Cynergy
SVB Gen 1 Series


BRAD
Cue Scuffer


Aramith BLACK
Individual cue ball


Cuetec Pro Line
2x4 Hard Case


Cuetec
Alcohol Wipes


Cuetec
Acueweight Kit


Cuetec DUO®
Smart Extension


Cuetec AVID Era
6pt Sneaky Pete


Cuetec AVID Era
Florian Kohler


Cuetec Truewood
Cynergy Walnut


Cuetec Truewood
Cynergy Walnut


Cuetec AVID
11.75 & 12.75mm


Cuetec Truewood
Cynergy Leopard


Cuetec Truewood
Cynergy Leopard


Cuetec Billiard
Microfiber Towel


Cuetec Gloves
All sizes in stock!


Cuetec AVID
Surge Break Cue


Cuetec
Bullet Jump Cue


Predator
Shorty + Sport Grip


Tiger
Silicone Grip


Longoni
Bohemia


Longoni
No Blue


Predator Throne
Series 3-1


Predator Throne
Series 3-2


Predator Throne
Series 3-3


Predator Throne
Series 3-4


Predator Throne
Series 3-5


Lucasi Rival
3x4 Soft Case


Back In Stock!!!
Folding Cue Holder


Willards Tool
Nickel and Dime


Taom
Midas Gloves


Mid-Cue Extension
1¾ Inch UniLoc


Predator
REVO Wipes


Jacoby BlackOut
Brown - No Wrap


Jacoby BlackOut
Grey - Sport Grip


Rasson Method
Last chance to buy!


5/16x18
Mid-Cue Extension


Fury
Telescopic Extension


Predator 2x4
Special Edition Case


Predator 3x5
Special Edition Case


Taom
Soft Chalk


Predator - Appleton
2x4 Hard Case


Predator Glove
Bold New Colours


Predator Strike
Red Jersey


Predator Strike
Yellow Jersey


Brunswick K55
Cushion Rubber


Predator Air 2
Replacement Bumper


Tiger
Bridge Head


HOW Titan
Japanese Pig Skin


Predator 8 Inch
Exotic Extensions


Magic Ball Rack
They are back!


Taom Magnetite
Round Chalk Holder


Predator K-Series
Classics 1-4


Predator K-Series
Classics 1-4


Predator Aspire
Predator ONE Shaft


Fury Stinger
X-Series Cues


Lucasi Air Hog 2
3-piece jump cue


REVO BK RUSH
Break Cue Shaft


Kamui Kageki
Extreme Chalk


Predator TrueSplice
LE Gen 2 Ebony


Predator TrueSplice
LE Gen 2 Curly


Hans Delta
SK-BK1 Break Cue


Jim Rempe
Special Training Ball


Kamui - Training
Diamond Slicer


Exceed
Chalk Holder


Turtle Racks
10 Packs


Predator
AeroRack


Great White Chalk
Thresher Blue


Predator 8-Point
Black/Green Veneers


Predator ARCOS II
Reserve Cue Ball


Predator APEX
9ft Pro Table


Tiger
Sniper Tip


Predator
Ikon4-1


Predator
Ikon4-2


Predator
Ikon4-3


Predator
Ikon4-4


Predator
Ikon4-5


Speed 2
Affordable UniLoc


Mezz ZC-23
2 butt/3 shaft


Master Pro
K55 Cushion Rubber


Rare Predator
Matt Black BK-2


Lucasi Custom
UniLoc Joint


Lucasi Custom
UniLoc Joint


Lucasi Custom
3/8x10 Joint


Lucasi Custom
3/8x10 Joint


UniLoc Weights
Cartridge System


Mezz Avant
Dual Loading System


Magic Ball Rack
All-In-One


Kamui SAI
Control Break


Ignite 12.2 Shaft
Pre-order NOW!


Accu-Rack
Complete SET


Accu-Rack
DIAMOND 9


Accu-Rack
PRO 10


Predator Roadline
3x5 Black/Yellow


Predator ARCOS
Back in stock!


Taom
V10 Chalk


Tiger Corona
Leather Bridge


Taom
Pool Chalk 2.0


Taom
Pyro Chalk


Longoni
Cuetip Razor


Bulletproof
Break Cue Tip


Meucci Shaft
Carbon Fiber Pro


Predator REVO
11.8, 12.4, & 12.9mm


McDermott
6x6 Sport Case



TheProShop.biz
Free Post in Europe!
Order now!

  Main Menu

Pro Shop
Topic: Your questions answered!


Search Forums

Moderated By: BigDave
Pro9 - Europe's No.1 Pool Player Resource Forum Index
  »» Pro Shop
    »» Your questions answered!

Please Register To Post


Author Your questions answered!

BigDave
Moderators
Joined: 13-Mar-2006
Posts: 11008
From: England


europe    avatar

posticon   Posted: 2012-01-07 17:22

INDUSTRY_NEWS

YOUR COMMON QUESTIONS - ANSWERED!

The Pro Shop receives a number of common product related questions, here we attempt to answer some of the most frequently asked queries.


-----------------

Authorised Pro9 forum advertiser/sponsor
[ This message was edited by: BigDave on 2012-01-07 17:27 ]



  Member Information For BigDaveProfile   Send Private Message To BigDave   Send Email To BigDave   Go To BigDave's Website   Send YIM Message To BigDave   BigDave's MSNM Number Is BigDaveKnight@Hotmail.com   Quote And Reply To This MessageQuote

BigDave
Moderators
Joined: 13-Mar-2006
Posts: 11008
From: England


europe    avatar

posticon   Posted: 2012-01-07 17:22

QUESTION:
I got a new predator 314 and compared to the one I have many years (bought it second hand my old one), it's really dry wood! Doesn't feel the smoothest! Is this standard and what do players use in the cue care range to get the polished feel (not varnished of course as it would be bad sticking to your hand) but more slick then current! Just doesn't feel right really dry and a bit coarse not smooth. Is this common?

Anon.

AN ANSWER:
New Predator shafts DO feel like coarse dry wood when they are brand new. They acquire a smoother glassy like feel as the pores of the wood fill with small particles of dust and other dirt, and the roughness of the surface becomes smoothed (or burnished) with regular use. Some people are passionate about maintaining this dry wood feel, whereas other treat new shafts by rubbing it with leather strips to shine the shaft as fast as possible. If you want to "burnish" the shaft regularly you can buy a leather burnisher from The Pro Shop... If you just want to shine your shaft once, then you can do a reasonable job with a piece of cardboard.

I hope this helps.

All the best,
Big Dave.



-----------------

Authorised Pro9 forum advertiser/sponsor
[ This message was edited by: BigDave on 2012-01-26 18:30 ]



  Member Information For BigDaveProfile   Send Private Message To BigDave   Send Email To BigDave   Go To BigDave's Website   Send YIM Message To BigDave   BigDave's MSNM Number Is BigDaveKnight@Hotmail.com   Quote And Reply To This MessageQuote

BigDave
Moderators
Joined: 13-Mar-2006
Posts: 11008
From: England


europe    avatar

posticon   Posted: 2012-01-26 18:27

QUESTION:
Hi

I visited your site to order Moori Tips and became interested in the tip maintenance products you have. I have just taken up playing again after many years and I would like to buy products that will help me renew/change (how do I put a new tip on my cue?), shape and look after my cue tip.

Kind Regards
Xxx Xxxxxxxxxx

AN ANSWER:
Hi Xxx,

Thanks for you question. Here's a YouTube video of how the professionals will replace a tip.

Part 1: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rj3ldQvWgmM
Part 2: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dYY1kqeyqF8

Obviously, you'll want to replicate this operation as closely as possible. If you haven't got a cue lathe, then you will need some tools. There's a good choice of Tip Tools in The Pro Shop, and you may like one type more than another, and that's fine, but here's what I would recommend as a bare minimum...

Joe Porper Mushroom Grazer:
http://www.pro9.co.uk/html/theproshop/main.php?P=product&pid=TOOL0004
The Sandman:
http://www.pro9.co.uk/html/theproshop/main.php?P=product&pid=TOOL0005

Plus... Super Glue Gel, small piece of high quality sandpaper. (The Sandman comes complete with a small piece of leather which you can use to shine and deal the sides of the tip, instead of the chemical sealant that is used in the video).

I hope this helps.

All the best,
Big Dave.



-----------------

Authorised Pro9 forum advertiser/sponsor
[ This message was edited by: BigDave on 2012-01-26 18:31 ]



  Member Information For BigDaveProfile   Send Private Message To BigDave   Send Email To BigDave   Go To BigDave's Website   Send YIM Message To BigDave   BigDave's MSNM Number Is BigDaveKnight@Hotmail.com   Quote And Reply To This MessageQuote

BigDave
Moderators
Joined: 13-Mar-2006
Posts: 11008
From: England


europe    avatar

posticon   Posted: 2012-01-26 18:30

QUESTION:
Hi

(Can you recommend) a good product to keep the cue clean and prevent it becoming "sticky". Can you help by recommending the products I need.

I look forward to hearing from you.

Kind Regards
Xxx Xxxxxxxxxx

AN ANSWER:
Hi Xxx,

Thanks for you question. To be honest, ALL the products in The Pro Shop are tried and tested and once again, personal preference will play a big part in your decision.

Being brutally honest, some people just chose to get a bar towel, soak and wring one end, and press hard as you wipe the shaft from tip to collar with the wet end of the towel, and then buff it dry with the dry end. This works really well, and along with keeping your hands very clean, and making sure you are playing on a well maintained (and that includes well brushed) pool table will be totally adequate for many players, and doesn't cost a bean.

If you want to "break-in" a new shaft, so it feel glassy smooth like an well used cue, you may like to "burnish" or shine the surface of the wood, gentle polishing with nothing more than a piece of burnishing leather (you can use a piece of cardboard for the same effect, but it's nice to have a long-lasting peice of leather available at all time in your cue case). Like all quality wooden products, you need to avoid exposing the cue to extremes of temperature, and care should be taken not too generate too much heat when you are burnishing. The Joe Porper Shaft Polisher is obviously ideal for this job, and the Cue Cube Shaft Slicker comes complete with a gentle abrasive on the reverse.
http://www.pro9.co.uk/html/theproshop/main.php?P=cat&C=67

However, the above mode doesn't suit everyone, and some people prefer the wood on the shaft to be like the new, open pored, natural grainy feel to the wood on the shaft, as if the shaft were brand new. For this I recommend any of the abrasive scourer type products you will find in The Pro Shop, and The Original Q-Wiz is particularly good for this. I used one myself for a good while... Just be careful not to use it too aggressively, the grit should be filled with black or brown powdery dirt after use, if it's white, you're removing good clean wood, and used too often like this will ultimately thin the shaft.

There are a whole variety of products for shaft cleaning, the "Q" range of product are well regarded and the Q PROGRAMME - Multi-Save! is very good value for a complete regime - I like the plastic abrasive papers which can be washed and reused again and again.

For a deep clean before selling a cue, to get rid of the blue chalk stain on the shaft, you can't beat the Longoni No Blue - although be warned, the sponge certainly doesn't last forever, it does do a great job.

As I said, all these products and more can be found here...
http://www.pro9.co.uk/html/theproshop/main.php?P=cat&C=67

I hope this helps!

All the best,
Big Dave.



-----------------

Authorised Pro9 forum advertiser/sponsor
[ This message was edited by: BigDave on 2012-01-26 18:31 ]



  Member Information For BigDaveProfile   Send Private Message To BigDave   Send Email To BigDave   Go To BigDave's Website   Send YIM Message To BigDave   BigDave's MSNM Number Is BigDaveKnight@Hotmail.com   Quote And Reply To This MessageQuote

BigDave
Moderators
Joined: 13-Mar-2006
Posts: 11008
From: England


europe    avatar

posticon   Posted: 2012-02-18 12:21

QUESTION:
Alright Dave,

don't suppose you have any info on how I can get a team of oldies into the Vegas VNEA team event in May? Entered it in the early nineties and thinking if poss having a little reminisce with a few of the Blindies lol.

AN ANSWER:
Hi Xxx,

Here's the official website...

http://www.vnea.com/2012-vegas-details.aspx

And you can click on below to see the full details .pdf file here....

http://www.vnea.com/Data/Sites/12/pdf/vegasdetails_2012.pdf

They have some strict rules about who is eligible to play, for instance...

"Classics & Seniors
Entrants in the 8-Ball Classics or Seniors Singles cannot play in any other 8-Ball singles and entrants in the 9-Ball Classics or Seniors Singles cannot play in any other 9-Ball Singles.
Seniors can play in either Classics or Seniors - not both.
Listed Master & Intermediate Classic or Senior players are ineligible for Regular, Classic or Senior events. However, a Classic Division is available for them in addition to their Singles events.
Classics: (age as of event day)
Age: Men - 50 yrs. old minimum
Women - 45 yrs. old minimum
Seniors: (age as of event day)
Age: Men & Women - 60 yrs. old minimum"

...So you'd be best to check with them before you set off with an all-star cast of seniors, just in case.

Here's their email address...

info@vnea.com

I hope this helps!

All the best,
Big Dave.



-----------------

Authorised Pro9 forum advertiser/sponsor
[ This message was edited by: BigDave on 2012-02-18 12:28 ]



  Member Information For BigDaveProfile   Send Private Message To BigDave   Send Email To BigDave   Go To BigDave's Website   Send YIM Message To BigDave   BigDave's MSNM Number Is BigDaveKnight@Hotmail.com   Quote And Reply To This MessageQuote

BigDave
Moderators
Joined: 13-Mar-2006
Posts: 11008
From: England


europe    avatar

posticon   Posted: 2012-05-18 16:31

QUESTION:
Hi there.

I'm currently looking everywhere for some kind of sponsorship help to help me play on the GB 9 pool touring team, Ive been in the sport since i was 7 , im now 22. If it works out how i could possibly get some help, I would offer to wear your company logo on my touring shirt if that's how it works out? Thanks for your time.

AN ANSWER:
Hi Xxx,

We're not in a position to sponsor individual players, although we have sponsored events and tours previously.

Normally, without any proven record, it's tough getting sponsorship when you need it, it's even tough when you're an established and successful player, but there are some proven ways to get sponsorship with a little luck.

Without a string of titles to your name, you're not going to convince many potential sponsors that they will be receiving a huge return on their investment, so don't even suggest it, even if you think you're dealing with someone who likes a bit of a punt. You're more likely to be successful by directly asking for a philanthropic gesture - rather than promising media exposure that may not happen.

Most players seeking sponsorship for the first time have most success with businesses or contacts that are already close to them... If you work for a big company they may already have an employee sponsorship programme in place - make sure you ask about this but not at the initial interview!!!

Even if you work for a smaller company, they may be willing to throw something into the kitty - especially if you show them you need equipment which will last a long time... Asking them to pay for a break cue will be seen as a one-off payment, and will certainly be more palatable than a request for what may seem like a never ending stipend to cover tour fees and expenses, so always have an equipment list available for potential sponsors.

If you're very young or don't work, try your school or local businesses for sponsorship... Or be even more pro-active and organise a local pool league and put the profit towards your expenses - and even offering to clean tables at your local club in exchange for free practice time helps.

Finally, remember, sponsorship doesn't need to be cash... The loan of a company vehicle to travel to tournaments can be a very helpful deal, and non-cash deals like this can be much more appealing to small companies - and this is where you need to get quite creative... Of course, at first you should ask for a lot of cash, then if they say no, have some non-cash back up requests at the ready.

...And don't forget to ask for a set of company T-Shirts to wear at tournaments so everyone knows you've got a sponsor!

This is by no means an exhaustive answer, but I hope this helps, or inspires some creative ideas of your own.

All the best,
Big Dave.



-----------------

Authorised Pro9 forum advertiser/sponsor



  Member Information For BigDaveProfile   Send Private Message To BigDave   Send Email To BigDave   Go To BigDave's Website   Send YIM Message To BigDave   BigDave's MSNM Number Is BigDaveKnight@Hotmail.com   Quote And Reply To This MessageQuote

Member Messages

Forum Search & Navigation


 

Log in to check your private messages



Please Login Or Register





  


 

[ Advanced Search ]

Jump To Forum: 





PRO9 has established an outstanding reputation as Europes No.1 source for information on American Pool in the UK and Europe. Upcoming tournament details, prompt match reporting, exclusive images by talented photographers, superb articles by expert pundits, active pool related forums, player profiles and a very sophisticated membership - basically, an incredible information resource for the American style game in Europe.
Since it launched, PRO9 has become compulsory reading, not just for the UKs pool players, but to hundreds and thousands of pool obsessives from around the world every single day.
PRO9s members range from professional pool players, cue-sports enthusiasts, club managers, tournament organisers, pool fans and aficionados, as well as various "movers and shakers" in the cue-sports field, including entrepreneurs in the wholesale and retail sector, as well as magazine editors and television sports promoters.
Growing more and more popular every single year, PRO9 is the best placed vehicle for the promotion of your pool club, billiards brand, associated products, services and opportunities in the truly massive pan-European billiard market.
If you qre reading this, you should check out www.Pro9.co.uk for yourself!
Please use these logos and text in your links to www.Pro9.co.uk - thank you.

Forum rules: No advertising, no links to businesses/shops/eBay, no swearing, respect our sponsors and each other, no hate!

Flag Counter
Flag counter installed Monday 11 November 2013


All logos and trademarks in this site are property of their respective owner.
The comments are property of their posters, all the rest © 2006-2020 by Big Dave at Pro9.co.uk.

This web site was made with myPHPNuke, a web portal system written in PHP.
myPHPNuke is Free Software released under the GNU/GPL license.

Anyone read this bit down here???


You can syndicate our news using the file
backend.php or ultramode.txt


  
















































































































































Page took 0.111211 seconds to load.