Snooker, Pool and Billiards: What’s the Difference?
Snooker, pool, and billiards are just different names for the same game, right? Although many people believe all three of …
Pool
Bar Games 101 is an online resource where you can learn how to play and get better at pool, including games like 8-ball, 9-ball, straight pool, cutthroat, and other types of billiards games, along with technique and practice advice and the best equipment to use.
For a complete overview of how to play pool, check out this guide.
The Joys of Bumper Pool
In 1955 Valley Manufacturing introduced a new game to the world of coin-operated amusements. This game was played on a …
How to Rack Pool Balls: Get it Tight, Get it Right
Racking the balls before a game of pool is not something we usually give much thought to. Yet, the quality …
Cue Ball Control 101: Draw, Follow and Stop Shots
“Control of the cue ball depends more on the ability to draw or follow than any other factor, with the …
A Complete Guide to Pool Table Lights
If you own a pool table, you want to create the best playing experience possible for you and your guests. …
How to Play Straight Pool: Pocket Billiards in its Purest Form
In his book “The New Illustrated Encyclopedia of Billiards“, Mike Shamos wrote that many believe straight pool (also known as …
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Pool Table Anatomy 101
An Overview of Pool Table Parts and Layout In many of our posts about how to play popular pool table …
The Best Pool Movies (Three Great Pool Shots Explained)
The Violin, All the Marbles and the Nightmare Learning a trick shot in pool is like learning a card trick: …
The Best Mini Pool Table: A Complete Guide
Pool is one of the most popular pastimes around the world. But you can’t always go to a pool hall …
Billiard Room Ideas: 20 Examples to Inspire Your Design
You may have a pool table at home or in your establishment. But do you have a billiard room? Many …
Why You Need Billiard Chalk (And How to Use It)
Don’t disregard the importance of pool chalk. Applying it correctly is crucial to making good contact with the cue ball. …
The Best Portable Pool Table: A Complete Guide
Portable pool tables are a good choice for people who want to have a pool table but can’t dedicate an …
How to Choose the Best Billiard Balls
Being a good pool player won’t do much for you if you’re forced to play with low-grade accessories. The cue, …
How to Use a Mechanical Bridge in Pool
The mechanical bridge is a helpful tool for those hard to reach shots in pool. These bridges are very easy …