Earl Strickland cue by Mike Gulyassy

This is the next excellent episode of "on the case" hosted by Samm Diep of AZBtv. Watch as Samm interviews another one of the top rated road warriors in the game to identify what they are concealing in their cue carrying case.

In this installment Samm talks to the legendary Earl "The Pearl" Strickland.  He shows off his Mike Gulyassy cue and his jump cue. Earl is sponsored by Mike.  As you would expect when interviewing Earl, this episode is a little different and includes some of Earl's thoughts on jump cues and some of his unorthodox devices he uses.

I've included some listings for Mike Gulyassy cues, if you are looking for one.

US $170.00 (0 Bid) End Date: Tuesday Feb-14-2012 5:42:54 PST Buy It Now for only: US $190.00 Bid now | Buy it now | Add to watch list

US $225.00 End Date: Saturday Feb-18-2012 13:14:59 PST Buy It Now for only: US $225.00 Buy it now | Add to watch list

As many of you know, Earl was sponsored by Cuetec for many years, so I've included some listings for cuetec cues, in case that is the Earl Strickland cue you were expecting to see.

US $89.00 End Date: Wednesday Feb-15-2012 21:07:14 PST Buy It Now for only: US $89.00 Buy it now | Add to watch list

US $30.00 (0 Bid) End Date: Sunday Feb-19-2012 16:34:17 PST Buy It Now for only: US $50.00 Bid now | Buy it now | Add to watch list

Cheers,
Skippy

The Original Post is Located Here: Check Out This Earl Strickland Cue by Mike Gulyassy

Cuetec cues are different than most of the cues on the market today. Their shafts are not solid maple like most cues out there. They are made of a wood core coated with a "power-bonded" hi-tech synthetic material. The idea being to create a shell that protects the cue from dings and warping. The result is a cue that feels different, to the touch, compared to a traditional cue. This may or may-not be to your liking. It is a matter of personal preference.

Their cues, also, feature a system for you to adjust the weight of the cue. This is nice for people that have different preferences. Your preference for the weight may change over time. This gives you the option to change it later. Also, they use Tiger tips on their cues. They have several lines of products...

Cuetec Edge 360 Cues
Features:

• The R360 is constructed with a tubular composite core surrounded by 4 computer cut "A Plus" grade Canadian maple pieces to ensure an exact fit.
• Exclusive Explorer tip (11 layers)
• Polished stainless steel joint
• Irish linen wrap
• Graphit core - reduced cue ball deflection
• Cuetec's exclusive shaft/ferrule construction
• 15.5" pro tapered shaft
• Maximum radial consistency ensures cue ball control
• Veneer inlays of exotic hard woods and Abalone shell
• Composite core controls deflection, squirt and prevents warpage
• Adjustable weight bolt system
• MSRP $300 (find better prices on this page)

Cuetec Python Cues
Features:

• Multi-layered leather tip
• Polycarbonate ferrule
• Tru-Glide Finish
• Stainless Joint
• Irish linen or Cuetec Softec grips
• Graphite core provides increased power
• Graphite core reduces cue ball deflection
• 15.5" pro taper shaft
• Power bonded fiberglass increases radial conistency
• Adjustable weight bolt system
• MSRP $300 (look on this page for great deals)

Cuetec Youth Model
Features:

• Specially sized for kids
• 14oz. weight
• 48" long
• All youth cues have full length SST shafts
• MSRP $69 (look on this page for great deals on Cuetec children's cue)

Cuetec Denali
Features:

• Polycarbonate ferrule
• Veltex and Irish linen grips
• Stainless Joint
• Tiger Everest multi-layer tip
• Adjustable weight bolt system
• Cuetec's power bonded fiberglass SST shaft
• Rubber bumber accepts the patented Cuetec Smart Extension
• MSRP $169 (look on this page for better prices)

Cuetec Meteor Break Cue
Features:

• Constructed for the perfect balance between control and power
• Meteor 5 layer cowhide tip
• Maple shaft & butt Power-Bonded with high tech composite material
• MSRP $130

Cuetec Sky Jump Cue
Features:

• The first jump cue to feature multiple weighted butts
• Quick-release joint to change butts quickly
• Use the short distance butt to jump balls as close as 1" apart.  Use the long distance butt to jump balls over 8" apart.
• Phenolic tip/ferrule combo

These are just a few of the more popular Cuetec lines of cues.  Look on this page for more options and deals.

I'm sure you've heard of cuetec cues if you've watched pool on ESPN over the last few decades. That is because they have endorsed a couple of pool legends that have had a lot of face-time on the mainstream sports network. Of course, the perennial champion, Allison Fisher, has been endorsed by Cuetec since 1995, shortly after she arrived in the U.S. from England. Since her arrival, she has dominated women's professional pool. She has over 50 WPBA titles and more than 20 international titles to her credit.

Needless to say, her cuetec cue has treated her very well. Here is what she has to say about cuetec...

Cuetec has supported me for many years now and I have been very happy with the equipment I am using. I played with the same butt and SST shaft from my signature line for 10 years, and recently switched to an inlayed Cuetec cue with the new R360 shaft. The cue is not only nice looking; it also has great balance and feel. Furthermore, because the R360 has minimal deflection, it takes much of the guess-work out of aiming. It’s making a big difference to my game and confidence.

Earl Strickland was another, long-time, proponent of Cuetec cues until recently. He was endorsed by Cuetec for many years and won many, many tournaments with their cues. He won the million-dollar challenge using a cuetec cue.

I haven't played with a Cuetec cue, so I can't give you a direct recommendation on one, but the results that Allison and Earl produced speak for themselves. I know that these two players are world-class pool legends that could probably play well with about any cue, but they both played at a high level for many years, dominating their respective fields. For the money, the Cuetec cues are a good option. You can pick them up pretty cheap...just check out the ones I found at the right of this page.----->

Do you own a Cuetec cue?  Have you played with one?  I'd love to hear what you think.  Other players would love to hear your opinion before they plop down some hard-earned cash for one of them.

Cheers,
Skippy

The Original Post is Located Here: Cuetec Cues: Buyer’s Guide