For the majority of players a 58 cue is perfect.
Standard pool cue length.
That s what you ll find at most pool halls.
However players that are above or below average height may find that a different length cue works best.
Joint or butt extensions can be used to lengthen any cue but they can add weight and change the cue balance.
Standard length evolved to 58 and cue makers went to work on making them perform well.
The average length of a pool cue is between 57 inches and 59 inches.
58 is still the standard today but we have lots of tall players now.
I longer cue obviously provides more reach without having to grip the end of the cue.
It depends on the person and what they prefer.
Sure you can still shoot but you won t be playing your best game.
Should a taller player use a cue longer than the standard 58 59.
But if you re a shorter person or even an average sized woman these lengths are not going to be right for you.
Up until somewhere in the 1960 s pool cues were 57.
Try a 58 or 57 inch cue and you will likely aim many of your cut shots more precisely.
Other common pool cue lengths are 48 and 52.
We seek the holy grail ah yes the holy grail cue stick.
Pool cues come in a variety of different lengths but the industry standard is 58.
But overall players were shorter back then.