Do They Make Cue Sticks for Short People?

A pool cue stick is the main tool used in the game of billiards, pool and snooker. Like any other sport and hobby, cue sticks also come with different sizes and weights so that players can choose the best size for them. As short people may find it difficult to use the full-sized cues, there are several other cue sticks that make playing pool more convenient.

  1. Junior Cue Sticks

    • Junior-sized cue sticks are made to serve two functions: to let players play billiards in a limited amount of space and to let smaller players have better grip and handling. These cue sticks come in lengths that vary from 48 inches to 52 inches and can be used by short people without the need to buy a custom-made stick.

    Other Options

    • Aside from length, short people should also consider other parts of the cue stick, which includes the wrap, shaft, taper and weight. Because short people generally have smaller hands when compared to taller people, the wrap or the “cue butt,” should also be smaller in diameter for better handling. There is no standard sizing for a junior cue stick’s wrap, so a player typically needs to test out the thickness of the wrap to make sure that it will fit the hands perfectly. Typically, a wrap with a smaller diameter also comes with a shaft and taper with a smaller diameter. Because of this, junior size cue sticks are also lighter when compared to standard-sized cues.

    Customized Cue Sticks

    • Cue sticks today, especially professional cue sticks, come standard with parts that can be assembled. Typically, these cue sticks have screws that break down the cue stick into the butt, shaft and taper. This development made it possible for a number of combinations, which allow shorter players to customize the length and weight of their cue sticks.

    Considerations

    • A standard one-piece cue stick is about 57 inches long, while a two-piece cue is about 58 inches. Shorter players who get used to sticks of these lengths may find the junior-sized cues lighter and harder to control during the first few games. Aside from this, a player also needs to consider the changes that will come with the cue stick change, including the variations in strength needed during standard shots.