Bank shots are a type of shot that require a little finesse to get right. Remembering how the ball hit the wall and the correct angle to get it into the pocket is key. This goes beyond knowing how to strike the ball, but also the best diamond for the job. A bank shot can be used for securing a pool ball or it can be used as a recovery play. It can even be used to split cross pocket lines.
Bank shots can be difficult but not impossible. There are many factors to consider. Variations in speed, spin, angle, and speed can help you fine tune your bank shot. You can practice your bank shot with a friend, professional, or if it is difficult to make one.
There is no universal bank shot. Each player is unique and each bank shot is different. However, there are some basics that every player should know. You can maximize your chances to win by taking the right bank shots. The process is easy as it sounds.
To bank a poolball, the best method is to use the spin of the cue ball to increase your shot's angle. This will allow the ball to travel more directly on the rail. A proper spin will increase accuracy. This will allow you to observe the effect of spin on the ball's trajectory when it bounces off the rail.
A "gear effect" is another way to optimize a bank shot. This refers to the object ball's ability to revolve around the center of gravity. This is accomplished by adding a bit of friction.
Although the gear effect can be used in many situations, it is most commonly used to adjust the rail's angle. This is most noticeable when the object ball is near the rail, as the angle will be short. Using the right angle, you can pocket the object ball without a foul.
Kick shots can also be used, but they are best made in the side pockets. If the object ball is too far from rail, lag shots may be used. Lag shots come in handy when the objectball is located where the line or sight isn't possible.
Reverse-cut bank shots are one of the most difficult. In order to compensate for left-hand transfer, you must make the object balls thinner. Also, if the object ball is too far away from the rail, you'll have to make a more drastic angle.