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January 26, 2023 By FCI Billiards What are the best pool cues? It's a question we get asked frequently. People can spend a lot of time looking for the best brand. Pool cues are very personal pieces of equipment — finding the right pool cue for your game can be as much about look as it is about feel. In this article, we'll go over some of the best pool cue brands around. Learn more about today's leading pool cue manufacturers and what makes them the best in the industry. Jump to Sect …

December 30, 2022 By FCI Billiards Whether you're an amateur, professional or somewhere in between, knowing how to clean a pool table is very important. We'll discuss everything you need to know regarding pool table maintenance, including how to clean chalk off pool table felt. Read on to learn the best things you can do when you're cleaning a pool table. Jump to Section Do's and Don'ts Cleaning the Frame Cleaning the Felt Getting Started With Some Basic Pool Table Maintenance Do' …

October 31, 2022 By FCI Billiards Ever asked yourself, "What are pool balls made of?" Thousands of billiards enthusiasts worldwide play this wonderful game every day without ever knowing what pool balls are made of. The truth is billiard ball material has changed a lot since the first tables were made. Today we look at how pool balls are made and learn a brief history of the billiard ball. Discover more about the pool ball manufacturing process and how pool balls are made. What's Inside a P …

October 18, 2022 By FCI Billiards Knowing how to choose a break cue that fits you best can give you an edge at the table. Sharks and hustlers around the table use the best break cues that maximize how they want to play by controlling the opening of a game. In this article, we'll discuss how to choose a break cue and give you a few recommendations on the best pool break cue sticks available today. Jump to Section What Makes a Pool Break Cue Different Recommendations for the Best Break Po …

Updated October 2026 Choosing the right pool cue tip changes how your cue actually plays. This guide breaks down tip diameter, durometer and hardness, and the real differences between pressed, layered, and break/jump tips, so you can pick the right tip for your game instead of guessing. In this guide Pool cue tip size (diameter) Understanding durometer Pool cue tip hardness Pressed, layered, and break/jump tips Frequently asked questions The pool cue tip is where all the energy from you …