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ANNUAL HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE

Stocking Stuffers

Predator Cues
Sharpen your skills with the Arcos II Replacement Cue Ball from Predator. The target triangle cue ball gives you sharper aiming points for precision and gives you feedback on the ball's spin after impact.
MSRP: $50
www.predatorcues.com

Championship, LLC
A four-pack tube of Silver Cup chalk makes a handy stocking stuffer and is a great way to match your chalk to your cloth.
MSRP: $3.29
www.champbilliards.com

Accu-Stats Video Productions
The gift that keeps giving! Accu-Stats uploads recent and historic matches to its YouTube Channel every Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday for free! Of course, the Accu-Stats online catalog makes more than 1,000 matches available for purchase as well.
MSRP: Free-$9.95
www.accu-stats.com

McDermott Cue
A smooth and consistent stroke is in the palm of your hand with the McDermott Billiard Glove, made from a lightweight, stretchable material for enhanced comfort and featuring a mesh palm for breathability.
MSRP: $29
www.mcdermottcue.com

Predator Cues
Add butt length with a single turn with the Predator QR Cue Extensions, which pair with any Uni-Loc Weight Cartridge System Predator cue. Available in 3-inch, 8-inch or 12-inch length.
MSRP: $59-$109
www.predatorcues.com

Saluc
The perfect stocking stuffer on the heels of the recent Mosconi Cup! Lag for team and country with the Official Mosconi Lag Ball from Saluc. The high-quality Aramith balls display the Team USA and Team Europe emblems. And keep yours safe in its own case!
MSRP: Ball $22; Single Ball Case $22.50
www.saluc.com

Championship Pool
A guidebook to winning, Championship Pool: Essential Skills and Strategies for Top-Level Competition, by David MacNeill, features more than 400 pages and 200 illustrations from one of America's best teachers.
MSRP: $19.95
www.amazon.com

Cuetec
Don't just change the weight of your cue. Choose the location of the weight with the Cuetec Acueweight Kit's polycarbonate spacers. The kit features two spacers, multiple weights, hex key and velvet carry bag.
MSRP: $55
www.cuetec.com

McDermott Cue
Keep your wooden shaft clean, conditioned and sealed with the Silky Smooth Shaft Wax from McDermott. The wax is made from olive oil and beeswax, so it won't leave residue or build-up.
MSRP: $9.50
www.mcdermottcue.com

Gameroom

HB Home
Foosball meets farmhouse with the Homestead Foosball Table from HB Home. Solid construction, counterbalanced players, steel rods and adjustable leg levelers create a competitive playing environment, while the worn cappuccino finish allows it to blend into any room.
MSRP: $999.95
www.hbhomefurnishings.com

Z-Lite
Brighten your surroundings with the new 23060 Series light from Z-Lite, featuring a brushed nickel bar and new electric blue shades.
MSRP: $300
www.z-lite.com

Northwoods Billiards
Rough sawn pine timbers replicate the look of barnwood in the new barnwood floor cue rack from Northwoods Billiards. The affordable rack features four drink holders with cork inserts and is built to hold balls, chalk and up to eight cues.
MSRP: $435
www.northwoodsbilliards.com

Imperial
Dart with your favorite teams with the Fan's Choice bristle dartboard cabinet from Imperial. Emblazoned with the logos of your favorite NFL, MLB, NHL or College logo, the Fan's Choice cabinet includes a premium 18-inch tournament sized self-healing dartboard.
MSRP: $159
www.imperialusa.com

HB Home
With a touch of country charm, the Homestead Air Hockey Table from HB Home blends smooth gameplay with a sturdy minimalist style. Supported by X-shaped legs and a solid crossbeam, the Homestead features a worn cappuccino finish that blends in with any decor.
MSRP: $1,295
www.hbhomefurnishings.com

Cues Under $500

Cuetec
AVID Chroma series cues are loaded with the features competitors demand: 11.75mm or 12.75mm AVID glass-bonded low-deflection shafts, kiln-dried vacuum-sealed maple butts encased in Cuetec's proprietary two-part resin coating, Duo smart extension-ready bumper and the second generation Acueweight system.
MSRP: $235
www.cuetec.com

Rage
Bold and modern, Rage cues feature 100 percent hard rock maple construction, with stunning designs on the forearm and butt, matte finish and sleek matte wrapless handle.
MSRP: $120.69
www.cueandcase.com

Predator Cues
Each Aspire cue from Predator is created with a simple core construction and comes paired with the exclusive Predator One low-deflection technology shaft. The sleek Aspire cues will have you pocketing shots in no time, putting you on your path to victory.
MSRP: $369-$409
www.predatorcues.com

Nick Varner Cues
The NV 18-3 is the newest addition to the New Orleans series cues from world champion Nick Varner. The cue features five black points and a black handle, with blue teardrops and blue diamonds.
MSRP: $245
www.nickvarner.com

Imperial
Complete your gameroom with beautiful one-piece cues from Imperial, designed to match four signature pool table finishes – Whiskey, Weathered Dark Chestnut, Silver Mist and Black. The solid maple cues feature a four-point design and a premium seven-layer leather tip.
MSRP: $49.99
www.imperialusa.com

Poison
Plow through the rack with the Poison VX BRK break cues from Poison. Redesigned with a matte painted textured grip, double-density low-deflection shaft technology for accuracy, Mini-Radial joint for interchangeability and balance, and a phenolic tip for maximum speed.
MSRP: $289
www.poisoncues.com

Cues Over $500

Bull Carbon
The new Patriot Series cue by Bull Carbon plays like maple with the strength and durability of carbon, featured in matte black finish with six-point inlays above and below the leather LORE wrap, available in Beyond Blue, White Linen or Matador Red. The Patriot Series comes with the Bull Carbon shaft of your choice with V-tek interchangeable joint technology.
MSRP: $1,099
Koda Sports: 888-308-5632

Lucasi
The Duo is the latest and greatest in the Lucasi line, half paint and half exotic wood solid core shaft cues, featuring matte finish with exotic wood, separated by an exotic poly stripe, embossed lizard leather wrap, quick release Uni-Loc joint, Everest tip and a 11.75mm Zero Flex Slim solid core low-deflection technology shaft.
MSRP: $677.89-$877.89
www.cueandcase.com

Meucci Cues
The newest addition to the Meucci Team is Omar Al Shaheen, and the OAS Special Design Diamond Cue pays proper homage to the World Pool Championship runner-up. An ebony masterpiece with green Paua shell inlays and green and red veneer accents, the OAS features 72 diamond-shaped inlays.
MSRP: $3,950
www.meuccicues.com

Billiards King
Looking to pick up a cue for your favorite pool player this season but never seem to get a good look at the entire design? Take your shopping to Billiards King with Cue View 360, which lets you view more than 500 cues in 4K UHD while they rotate. From Viking to Cuetec, Pechauer to McDermott and more, you're sure to find the perfect cue without guesswork.
MSRP: $53-$2,350
www.billiardsking.com

Lucasi
The Rival is the latest in the Lucasi line, featuring a 10-piece spliced shaft, with matte finish Midnight Black, Metallic Blue, Silver, Red, Green or Orange Rival logo graphic overlay. The Rival line also features G5 grip, Kamui soft tip, an upgraded quick release Uni-Loc joint and 11.75mm Flex Slim shaft.
MSRP: $563.84
www.cueandcase.com

Accessories

Poison
Keep your arsenal hidden in plain sight with the Covert hard pool cases from Poison. Light weight with ballistic camo-print nylon on the outside, and soft woven padding on the inside, the Covert will give your high-profile game a low-profile look.
MSRP: $139-$149
www.predatorcues.com

Championship, LLC
Add some luxury to your game with the Dynasphere Bronze and Tungsten Next Generation phenolic resin pool balls, packaged in a Luxury Box, which includes the ball set, a cleaning cloth and both 15-ball and 9-ball racks.
MSRP: $99.99-$149.99
www.champbilliards.com

McDermott Cue
Metallic silver exterior and vibrant colors ensure that the Galaxy Series billiard balls from McDermott will catch everyone's attention. Perfectly balanced and professional grade size and weight, the Galaxy Series balls bring a futuristic look to the table.
MSRP: $215
www.mcdermottcue.com

Imperial
Make sure you have all the essentials! The Essentials Select Package is Imperial's most comprehensive accessory kit, containing all the accessories needed to care for your game and your table — a Select Ball set, four two-piece cues, bridge, bridgehead, an under-rail brush and a table brush.
MSRP: $414.99
www.imperialusa.com

Predator Cues
The Arcos II delivers devastating performance with knockout good looks, featuring a high shine contemporary finish, modern colors optimized for video and custom triangle inlays that aid in targeting, functional advantages that enhance visibility on the table and on camera.
MSRP: $399
www.predatorcues.com

Cue and Case
Add style and playability to your table with Pro Series ball sets from Cue and Case. The Royal Crown Pro ball set features hardened fade resistant coating for superior scratch resistance and long color life. The Speed Luster Pro premium ball set features high friction resistance and is weighed and calipered five times during manufacturing. Both sets come with a lifetime guarantee.
MSRP: Royal Crown Pro Series $74.79; Speed Luster Pro $87.99
www.cueandcase.com

Championship, LLC
Keep your table safe this holiday season with a custom-fitted, U.S.-made pool table cover from Championship, which comes with a lifetime guarantee.
MSRP: $89.99-$249.99
www.champbilliards.com

Predator Cues
Inspired from the backpack designs of Europe, Predator's Urbain cases are designed to stand out. With a combination of premium protection and unparalleled comfort, who knew having this much storage could look so good?
MSRP: $179
www.predatorcues.com

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