Q. Is a 9-foot pool table too big?
9-Foot Pool Tables If you want the pool playing experience that’s more akin to what you see on ESPN or “televised professional tournaments,” then the 9-footer is the route to go. That is, only if you have the space for it. But if you’re looking to compete professionally, then you should consider the 9ft pool table.
Q. What is the difference between 8 and 9-ball pool?
In 8-ball, the object is to hit either the striped or solid-colored balls (but not both), followed by the 8-ball, whereas in 9-ball you must hit the balls in numerical order, followed by the 9-ball, or try a combination shot that knocks the lowest-numbered object ball into the 9-ball and pockets the latter.
Q. Is 8-ball or 9-ball better?
Eight Ball is the better game for the novice because they can more easily cover up their mistakes with a little strategy. Nine Ball is less forgiving and demands more shot-making skills. At the pro level, the shot-maker generally wins more at 9-Ball, while the thinker wins more at 8-Ball.
Q. What size pool table do professionals use?
8′ x 4′
Generally speaking, 8′ tables (8′ x 4′) are considered ‘professional’ size, whereas 7′ tables (7′ x 3’6”) are considered ‘bar’ size. Most pool table buyers will opt for the larger size if they have the space available, as the larger table provides a better playing experience.
Q. Is pool and 8-ball the same?
In a general context, Pool is the same as 8-ball since the 8-ball cue game is essentially the most popular variation of Pool. Technically though, pool is a set of all the pocket table cue games, this is including but not limited to, the 9-ball, one pocket Pool, three-ball, and bank Pool.
Q. Do you have to call the 9 in nine-ball?
If a player pockets any ball on a legal shot, he remains at the table for another shot, and continues until he misses, fouls, or wins the game by pocketing the 9-ball. Players are not required to call any shot.
Q. What is the point of 9-ball?
The remaining balls are numbered 1 through 9, each a distinct color, with the 9-ball being striped yellow and white. The aim of the game is to hit the lowest numbered ball on the table (often referred to as the object ball ) and pocket balls in succession to eventually pocket the nine-ball.
Q. What is the most popular pool table size?
8ft
Standard 8ft – (Playfield: 44″ X 88″) This is the most common size sold in the USA for homes and private residences. Tournament 9ft – (Playfield: 50″ X 100″) This is the full size the game of Billiards was invented on.
Q. What size room do you need for an 8ft pool table?
8 foot table – 13.6 x 17 feet minimum room size (162″ x 204″) Oversize 8 foot table – 13.6 x 17.6 feet minimum room size (162″ x 210″)
Q. How big is a 9 foot pool table?
9-Foot Pool Tables (9ft x 4.5ft) Nine foot pool tables are what the pros play on. The larger size, and often tighter pockets, results in longer shots that require more accuracy and speed control. Pro tip: Develop an accurate stroke and control the cue ball. The challenges of 8-ball change on a table of this size.
Q. Can a player pot the 9 ball in pool?
In this case, players can only make shots on the lowest numbered ball currently on the table (so the 1 ball, then the 2 ball, then the 3 ball etc). It is actually possible in some rare cases to pot the 9-ball right off the break.
Q. Which is better a 9 ball or a bar table?
9-ball on a bar table is even more fast-paced than on a larger table. It pays to be very aggressive because shot making is much easier. Since the pockets take up a larger ratio of space, slopping balls in happens at an alarming rate.
Q. What’s the difference between a 7 foot and 8 foot bar table?
Halfway in between a bar table and a full-sized table, 8-footers can resemble either end of the spectrum. In general, they will have forgiving pockets like a 7-footer, but the extra distance will require a similar intensity of focus to a 9-foot table for pocketing and position.
