About the chalk dude..

[Oberyn Martell]

I just ordered one of those chalk dudes along with some shirts, glove, etc, are they similiar to the mailman clips with the retractable cords?

[Sid]

yes, the chalk pulls out on a retractable string, chalk up and let go and it retracts back in out of the way untill the next use.

[Oberyn Martell]

score lol. I almost bought a chalk pocket from a different site but it was just a pocket that strapped onto a belt hehe, this seems like it would be more effective.

[Oberyn Martell]

:oops: its a good things i just bought a new glove my old one just (10 minutes ago) came out of the wash, i musata left it in my pocket >< and its all unravelling.

[Sid]

A guy gave me a good tip a while back. He kept his glove in a empty 35mm film canister and just threw it in his case from there. Maybe that would keep it out of the wash.

[Oberyn Martell]

Hmm, ill have to try that film case idea, thx sid

That sounds like a great idea. I'll try it too.

[Totter]

What's the better glove to have. I see where Sir Joseph is the most advertized. But I also saw where there is one that has a velcro wrist band, leather palm and the tips of your fingers stick out. Has anyone usd this one. It's quite a bit more money(but maybe it's worth it. )

[dags_lax]

Forego the glove. A clean shaft and keep your hands clean and you won't look like a rube.

[Kokopuffs]

A dirty table (and most of them are) won't leave your hand clean so you'll still need to wash your hands, glove or not.

[dhammis]

I like shooting with a glove but find that they are only good for a couple of months and then they are stretched out and start to catch and grab the cue, especially if the shaft has any imperfections in it.

--Damon

[dags_lax]

Ah yes, tables are dirty.

Think about this: Unless you are doing something really strange, the parts of you hand and fingers that guides the shaft during your stroke never come in contact with the table. After a while at the table you can see where your hands get dirty.

Always wash and dry your hands before you begin play. You may think your hands a clean but they are not. Your skin breaths and as it does it secretes oils. If you are playing for a while, or if your hands sweat a lot you may need to take a break to wash them again.

Clean dry skin is very smooth. Unless player has a skin condition, weather checked hands, or calloused, they should not need a glove. Pool is game that is played in the mind as well as on the table. If a glove helps with the mindset, go for it.