Is a Cue with Less Squirt or Cue Ball Deflection Better?

Dr. Dave discusses and demonstrates both the advantages and disadvantages of LD (low CB deflection or low squirt) shafts, explores the pitfalls of back-hand-english (BHE), shows the effectiveness of the System for Aiming With Sidespin (SAWS), and completely answers the question: Is an LD shaft better? Contents: 0:00 - Intro 1:00 - LD Advantages 3:06 - Aiming Differences 6:03 - BHE Pivots 7:55 - BHE is Not Perfect 9:33 - SAWS is Better 11:03 - Wrap Up Supporting Resources: - previous video showing how to test and compare shafts: - LD shaft resource page: carbon fiber shaft resource page: - what causes CB deflection: - squirt, swerve, and throw effects: - cue natural pivot length: - back-hand-english (BHE) and front-hand english (FHE): - how to aim when using sidespin: - System for Aiming With Sidespin (SAWS): - Video Encyclopedia of Pool Shots (VEPS): Subscribe to Dr. Dave’s YouTube Channel: Follow Dr. Dave on Facebook: Show your Support (click on the donation button at the bottom of this page): Purchase Dr. Dave’s Instructional Videos and Merchandise: (stream or download) (physical DVDs) (product info and purchasing advice) (T-shirts, polos, mugs, posters) Find Answers to Any Pool Questions: Look Up Definitions for Pool Terms and Phrases: Get Your Pool Diploma: Attend a 3-Day Pool Boot Camp or Take a Private Lesson: Learn More About Dr. Dave: Good Luck With Your Game!!!