Break Cues Vs. Pool Cues

The last thing any pool player wants to do is damage his playing cue. Enter the break cue, which can endure the force of the break.

  1. On the Break

    • Ready for the break

      The break is a power shot that slams the cue ball into the rack with enough force to scatter the balls and to eventually damage a playing cue.

    A Beefed-up Cue

    • Racked for 8-Ball

      A break cue is a beefed-up playing cue. It has a harder, flatter tip that makes better contact with the cue ball.

    Cue Stick Damage

    • Breaking with your favorite playing cue could flatten or squash the tip. The ferrule and/or the shaft also can be damaged.

    Playing Cue

    • 9-Ball Rack

      Overall, a playing cue is designed for accuracy more than power.

    Designated Cues

    • A Tip on Break Cues

      The break cue is it made for the sudden, powerful impact of the break as the shaft and ferrules are designed to transfer as much energy as possible to the cue ball.