Jump Cues

Master Jump Shots with the Right Cue | Portable Options for Trick Shots

Browse our selection of specialized jump cues perfect for bank shots and jump draws. Jointed designs fold up small for easy transport in your cue case. Plus, we offer hard tip replacements to maintain jump power.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

FAQs

What is a jump cue?

A jump cue is a specialized billiards cue used for jumping the cue ball over obstacle balls to make difficult shots. It has a stiff, rigid shaft with a protruding taper at the tip to elevate the cue ball on jump shots.

When is a jump cue needed?

Jump cues are utilized when normal cueing is obstructed by intervening balls, leaving no direct path to pocket a shot. By jumping over the obstacles, shots become possible that would otherwise be impossible.

What distinguishes a jump cue from a normal cue?

Key differences are:

  • Much stiffer shaft with a steeply tapered shaft for ball elevation
  • Extended cue tip protrudes farther beyond the ferrule
  • Usually shorter total length around 48-52 inches
  • Typically heavier weight around 19-21 oz

How do you execute a jump shot with a jump cue?

Hold the cue nearly vertically and elevate the tip 2-4 inches off the table. Strike down through the cue ball to drive it into the table's surface and "jump" over obstacles. A well-struck ball jumps 6-10 inches.

What are some jump cue construction materials?

Premium jump cues utilize stiff hardwood like maple or phenolic resin shafts. Tips are usually made from dense, rigid phenolic plastic. Carbon fiber and aircraft aluminum offer lightweight rigidity as well.

Are there any special jump cue techniques?

Besides basic vertical jumps, some advanced techniques require a jump cue:

  • Masse jumps for rebounding jump shots
  • Jump draw shots for backwards cue motion
  • Jump follows for jumping forward for position