Pool & Billiards For Dummies

Pool & Billiards For Dummies

This book reveals the tips, tricks and rules of play, for thevariety of the ever-popular games that make up pool and billiards. This hands-on guide discusses everything from the rules andstrategies, to how to set up a pool room, to choosing the rightequipment and is accompanied by dozens of photos and line drawings.

Practical, step-by-step tips for players of all levels

From snooker to carom to good, old-fashioned 8- or 9-ball, Pool & Billiards For Dummies reveals the tips, tricks, and rules of play, covering the variety of the ever-popular games that make up pool and billiards. This hands-on guide discusses everything from the rules and strategies of the games to how to set up your very own poolroom.

  • Gearing up — find, buy, and maintain the cue that's best for you and accessorize your game with chalk, racks, lights, and triangles

  • Get schooled on the fundamentals of pool — find out how to build a solid stance; get a feel for aiming; and create a dependable, consistent stroke

  • Control the cue ball — discover how to control the movement of the cue ball to make stop shots and incorporate topspin, backspin, and sidespin

  • Take your best shot — follow instructions on tackling common shots, eyeing combinations, and playing offensively and defensively

  • Oh, the games you'll play — get the rules and strategies for playing 8-ball, 9-ball, multiplayer games, and professionals' games

Open the book and find:

  • The differences between pool and billiards

  • Game-winning strategies no matter what version of the game is played

  • Helpful diagrams and photos

  • Drills for all skills

  • Games to measure your progress

  • The etiquette of pool

  • Coverage of the Ghost Ball System

  • The secrets of creating a powerful break shot

  • Tips on finding the right cue for you

Learn to:

  • Play by the rules and develop game-winning strategies for the most popular games

  • Hold the stick correctly and hit the cue ball properly

  • Play like a champion regardless of your experience

  • Perform trick shots to amaze your friends



Practical, step-by-step tips for players of all levels

From Snooker to Carom to good-old-fashioned 8- or 9-Ball, Pool & Billiards For Dummies reveals the tips, tricks, and rules of play, covering the variety of the ever-popular games that make up pool and billiards. This hands-on guide discusses everything from the rules and strategies of the games to how to set up a pool room to choosing the right equipment, and is accompanied by dozens of photos and line drawings.

  • See how hard to hit the cue ball and where to hit it, the angle to hold the cue stick and how much chalk to use, how to use a bridge, and how to put spin on the ball
  • Includes advanced pool techniques and trick shots for the seasoned pool sharp

With Pool & Billiards For Dummies, even a novice can play like a champion!


Auteur | Nicholas Leider
Taal | Engels
Type | Paperback
Categorie | Sport & Outdoor

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