When choosing a tip for your cue stick, take into account the material. It can be soft, medium or hard. It also has an effect on how the cue feels, which may make a firm shot feel better. It also affects the tip flex and the sideways squirt. The shaft flex is reduced and the endmass becomes less soft.
Hard
Professional and higher-level players prefer a harder cue tip. It's easier to maintain than soft tips and lasts for longer. It absorbs the cue ball's energy better than a softtip.
Soft
A soft cue tip can prove to be very helpful when a player needs a more flexible cueball. These tips are typically made of leather and come in a range of hardness levels. These tips can be made from a variety of materials, including single-piece or laminated leather. Other common materials include bakelite, phenolic, and bakelite.
Medium
Kamui Cue Tip products are made from premium Pigskin. This design allows for maximum porosity, and humidity resistance. These tips also retain chalk well, which improves tip-grip and helps prevent miscuing. These tips will last for years, and you can buy a set of ten.
Phenolic
The phenolic tip on your pool cue can add up to 17% extra power to your break shot. This material provides a more smooth contact surface and is responsive to pressure. These properties make phenolic tips an excellent choice for players who want to increase their power.
Leather
A leather cue tip is one of the most popular types of tip available. Leather tips offer superior control and long-lasting durability, as opposed to synthetic ones made of plastic or other materials. While leather tips are generally preferred, synthetic ones may be better for home use.
Splice
If you're looking to buy a new poolcue, there are many options. Some people prefer to hand splice their tips. This method is more complicated and can be more costly. A hand splice can be purchased if you wish to play with a top-quality cue.
Size
One rule of thumb is to make your cue tip the same diameter as the shaft. This will allow you more control over the ball and reduce vibration. A smaller tip will also create less squirt when the ball is hit, which will give you a better feeling for your shots.
Materials
Consider the spin and angle of the ball when selecting materials for your cue tip. A slightly rounded tip allows the player to impart spin to the ball. A rounded tip is generally rounder than a curvature of dime. A rounded tip is typically thicker than that of a nickel.