Different Types of Cue Sticks

Types of Sticks

• Cues come in three basic varieties̵1;the pool stick, carrom stick and snooker stick. Different materials give each one a different feel.

Pool Sticks

• Used primarily for playing pool, these sticks are typically made of maple and weigh from 17 to 21 ounces.

Carrom Sticks

• Typically shorter and stiffer than regular pool cues, carrom sticks are designed for play with harder cue balls.

Snooker Sticks

• Longer than pool cues, snooker sticks are eight to 11 millimeters in diameter to help players with finesse shots.

Speciality Sticks

• Some companies manufacture hand-crafted specialty sticks that fit a particular player's style.