If you own a jump cue and have used one for some time, you probably have developed some basic jumping skills. This video does a good job of explaining some basic techniques for jump shots. If you've never seen a jump cue in action, you might be surprised at how little clearance you need to jump a ball. With the right equipment, like the Predator Air jump cue shown here, you can jump the cue ball over a ball that is only 1" away. All other things being equal, you could be at a great disadvantage if you don't have one of these cues and the skills to use it, when your opponent does.
There are several good jump cues on the market. They share some basic design features...they have minimal mass (they're light) and the tips are very hard, many times made from a hard phenolic type material. I would advise anyone playing competitively to invest in a good jump cue and practice using it.
CAUTION: Warning, the use of a weapon like this can spoil you. Don't let it be a crutch that keeps you from mastering other skills such as kicking, diamond systems, etc. Also, with tools like this so readily available, you'll have to get much better at playing safe 
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Other than the Predator Air, I like the Lucasi jump cue. What kind of jump cue do you own? Comment and let everyone know what you think of these jump cues. Let us know what you think is the best jump cue. Thanks!!
Cheers,
Skippy
