We wanted to round up the savviest sticks and most capable cues across all playing levels, from pro to novice and bring them to you in a neatly sorted compilation.
You could call it your Pool Stick Buyer's Guide by Ozone Billiards - The Pool Cue Authority.
Let's kick this off with the professionals in mind....
Best Professional Pool Cues
Jump / Break Cue
Cuetec "Meteor" Jump/Break Stick
The Meteor cue tip is made of 5 layers of cowhide - thus its name. Power bonded by high-tech materials through the maple shaft and butt - this cue stick ensures you achieve the mightiest of breaks - each and every time.
Expanded Details:
- Design: Black Maple Break Cue
- Shaft: High-Tech Maple with 15.5" Super Slim Taper (S.S.T.) Coated with Fiberglass with the Tru-Glide Finish
- Tip: Tiger Hard Leather
- Ferrule: Polycarbonate
- Joint: Stainless Steel Cuetec Joint
- Wrap: None
- Weight: 19 ounce only – not weight adjustable
Sneaky Pete
Predator Cues "SP4LWP" Sneaky Pete
This Sneaky Pete by Predator is engineered to perform. Packed with a wonderful mix of beauty, technology and vibrancy - you can't lose if you go with this bad boy.
Expanded Details:
- Design: Sneaky Pete with Riche Purple Heart and Natural Maple Wood, Vibrant Blue, Black and Maple Veneers, Micarta joint collar and butt cap, Four Point True-Splice Construction
- Shaft: 12.75mm 29" 314 3rd Generation Shaft with Pro Taper
- Tip: Premium Predator 8 layer Victory - medium
- Joint: Uni-Loc Quick Release
- Uni-Loc Weight Cartridge System
- Wrap: Blue and White Spec Low-Positioned Irish Linen
- Warranty: Limited Lifetime against Manufacturing Defects
Best Bang for Your Buck
Lucasi Hybrid Cue L-H10
Lucasi engineering mavericks specifically focused on the elimination of deflection with these sticks and to ultimately provide an unparalleled level of accuracy & forgiveness.
Some say this is the most accurate playing cue currently on the market.
Expanded Details:
- Zero Flex Point Ferrule for True Accuracy - Provides you with dead on accuracy drastically reducing deflection through special polymer construction and a lightweight core
- TSC Shaft for Ultimate Performance - Total Sweet Spot Construction (TSC) is a special 8 piece radial construction shaft that extends the sweet spot throughout the entire cue
- X-Shox Dampening System for more comfort - Features a patent pending shock absorbing memory foam integrated into the wrap, reducing vibration by more than 27%
- G5 Grip Technology for Superior Stability - Boast a distinctive "T" pattern that provides unprecedented traction and stability for increased cue control
- Kamui soft Tip - Provides ultimate control and consistency
- Uni-Loc joint system
- Lifetime Warranty Including Warping
Best Intermediate Pool Cues
Jump / Break Cue
McDermott "Stinger" Rosewood Jump/Break Stick
McDermott jump/break cues are top quality and this one comes with a patented tip/ferrule technology.It works when a special projectile strikes downward upon touching the ball.
The hit is so precise and accurate, plus the tip is much flatter than normal which means you can miss-hit quite often and still connect an efficient shot obtaining the intended results.
Expanded Details:
- Design: Maple Forearm, 4 Rosewood Points, Rosewood Handle with Maple Butt Plate
- Shaft: Patented Stinger shaft with Phenolic tip
- Joint: 3/8 x 10 Main Joint with Phenolic Insert and Quick Release Jump Joint
- Wrap: Black with White Specks Genuine Irish Linen
- Warranty: Manufacturer Lifetime Warranty
Sneaky Pete
5280 Cues "Mile High" Sneaky Pete
This stick is a great Sneaky Pete for Intermediate players. 5280 is a growing brand - extremely popular near their Colorado headquarters - and you should give them a try.
Expanded Details:
- Designed with Birdseye Maple and Black Overlay Designs on Forearm and Ebony Stained Maple on Sleeve
- 13mm 29" AAA Grade Canadian Maple Shaft with 13" Pro Taper
- Standard Tip: 5280 Red Line Tip by Tiger Products with 7 Layers of Pigskin
- Ivorene-3 Fiber Linen Ferrule
- Unique 5280 Wood to Wood Joint
- No Wrap or Collar
- 1 Year Warranty on Parts and Workmanship
Bang for Your Buck
Players Cue Graphic Series G2252
Acquiring a pool cue comprised equally of quality, style and value shouldn't be a daunting task and we're here to bring you two great options that are sure to satisfy any semi-serious player who plays
Expanded Details:
- Super Birdseye Maple with Mother-of-Pearl Diamonds
- 13mm 29" 100% Grade "A" North American Hard Rock Maple Shaft with Pro Taper
- Le Pro Tip
- Stainless Steel Joint with 5/16 x 18 Pin
- Black/White Irish Linen Wrap
- Stainless Steel Collar
- Lifetime Warranty Including Warping
- 58" Cue
Best Beginner Pool Cues
Jump / Break Cue
Rage Cue Heavy Hitter Jump/Break RGJBHH
This is a great option for beginners and intermediate players alike. High-grade hard rock maple construction gives them the best craftsmanship you can get in this class of sticks.
Expanded Details:
- Stealth matte black finish
- 29" 14mm North American Hard Rock Maple Shaft
- Phenolic jump/break tip
- Durable fiber ferrule
- Quick Release Joint
- Wood to wood collar
- No wrap
- 25oz Weight only
Sneaky Pete
Players Cue Sneaky Pete Cocobolo SPSPC
Get quality plus style at an affordable price with the Players cue line. This stick was chosen from the "Sneaky Pete Series." It is a great option for beginners.
Expanded Details:
- Cocobolo in Classic Sneaky Pete Cue Design
- 13mm 29" 100% Grade "A" North American Hard Rock Maple Shaft with Pro Taper
- Le Pro Tip
- Wood to Wood Joint with 5/16 x 18 Pin
- No Wrap or Collar
- Lifetime Warranty Including Warping
- 58" Cue
- Black Butt Cap / Black Rubber Bumper
Bang for Your Buck
Viper Realtree Max 4 HD Camouflage Pool Cue
We chose the Realtree Max 4 HD because it's one of our best-selling, top-reviewed pool sticks for beginners and it comes with a price tag under $50.00
Expanded Details:
- Design: Camouflage Design
- Shaft: 13mm Hardwood
- Tip: Hard Leather
- Ferrule: Fiber
- Joint: 5/16 x 18
- Wrap: Black and White Nylon
- 58 inches in length
- No weight option, cue varies from 18 to 21 oz.
