Expensive KAMUI ROKU Chalk Review - Is it worth the money? Vs Taom v10

[@benlyons7565]

Thanks for the request!…I personally have both chalks and switch between both of them, the Roku leaves marks on the cue ball unlike the V10, so there’s more chance of a kick. Also the Roku feels smoother…but the V10 is fairly smooth compared to the Pyro and other Taoms, I personally like both chalks and use both 😅

[@TheSnookerShed]

I did like the Roku it felt nice on the top covered well and had good grip but can’t have it on the cue ball Ben and deciding when to chalk or not would take some getting used to V 10 for me at the moment lol Thanks for being part of the Snooker shed journey mate

[@oldtimer5111]

I agree the V10 is the best version, been told it's all over Facebook for £9 not seen it myself as I don't do Facebook, not sure if it's fake stuff. There's about three quids worth of chalk on that cue ball with the Kamui

[@TheSnookerShed]

I always get my chalks from Rebecca Kenna at Cue Sports Yorkshire, thanks again for watching the channel :)

[@TheSnookerShed]

Depending where you live I get my stuff from Cue sports Yorkshire lady’s no4 Rebecca Kenna own this shop

[@dnsnake7632]

A piece of Taom Pyro lasted 10+ months for me. I practice for about 10+ hours per week, chalk before every shot. Vice versa, a piece of Triangle or Master chalk usually last 1 month. If you do the math, the price of the taom chalk isn't that bad for the benefit of a cleaner cloth and cue, less kicks. I think it's worth the money.

[@TheSnookerShed]

Hey Dnsnake,tip totally agree pal if your a regular player I can't see why you dont use it,so much better for the table, cue ball and pocket thanks for watching mate

[@godjhaka7376]

Taom V10 only lasted me 4 months, now I'm using 2 small corner pieces of what's left lol. But I practice about 5-7 days a week at 4-6 hours normally, sometime 2 sessions in a day. I also do full maintenance on the tip after (or before) every session... Burnish, shape, pick.

[@TheSnookerShed]

Where is you play Haka ? Thanks for watching

[@nyquil07na38]

I thought Taom was for suckers. I have a cubic brick of masters sky blue for my 9ft diamond American billiards table. After seeing several comment on cleaniness I took the plunge and bought the V10. It's amazing. I have 860 hr tournament blue cloth don't see any green at all in the cloth. Cue ball is staying clean. I am really impressed with this stuff so far. Masters was so messy and I was constantly wiping the cue ball down and noticed I was getting chalk in my ball return pocket liners etc. If you own your own table this stuff is well worth the money imo. Cheers from the states Brent

[@TheSnookerShed]

Hey Brent thank you for watching the video. Yeah I very happy with the V10 does everything well. So have you watched any of the other videos? I know snooker is not the main cue sports in the states,if I want to be more appealing what video should I do? Have you joined my Facebook group one of the things I enjoy do this is seeing how other live around the world. facebook.com/thesnookershed/

[@wordtokyle]

Good review. I'm a big fan of the kamui chalk, but like to see what else is worth trying.

[@TheSnookerShed]

Hey Kyle thanks for watching my stuff, does the Roku mark your Cue balls.love to hear how you get on with it. Im on V10 it the best chalk so far for me.

[@wordtokyle]

@@TheSnookerShed It does leave a faint mark on the ball, but fortunately I haven’t noticed any skid as a result. I switched over to the Roku from the Kamui 0.98, which is a great chalk but made a mess everywhere. I feel the Roku is a good compromise between the added grip and a cleaner playing chalk.

[@TheSnookerShed]

@@wordtokyle it’s interesting,I have never used the chalk before. I did get more cue ball reaction but it left so much chalk on the cue ball Where are you in the world and do you think it a chalk more aimed at pool ?

[@wordtokyle]

@@TheSnookerShedI’m in Florida, USA. I do think Roku (and the Kamui brand as a whole) is marketed more towards pool players, but I’m not sure if that had any impact on how they developed it.

[@keeslissenberg2781]

V10 the best chalk i've had so far, nice to see half a snookertable, a first for me. In billiards there are several small tables for practice.

[@TheSnookerShed]

Yip I can argue pal V10 has is all and worth the money 💴 Thank you I wanted to be come the best I can be so it was a necessity to learn quickly. It’s a great tool for the smaller back garden and you billiards players lol Thank you for watching and commenting

[@craighoppe2201]

Loved the chalk comparisons. Just out of curiosity, which chalk do the pro snooker players typically use?

[@TheSnookerShed]

Hi Craig thanks for watching mate, most now use Taom except Ronnie who sticks to triangle. Im on the V10 best chalk I have used so far,I know John Higgins uses this chalk

[@iripitup]

I've never seen a table like that. What is it called or what game is played on it?

[@TheSnookerShed]

Hi pal, Is not got a name maybe I should give it one. Have a wee look at my other videos all will be revealed. There is one about the table.

[@TimZ007]

I just got the v10 and you can more or less spin it on lightly. I like to go across the grain opposite directions then dont chalk at all for 1 or 2 sets. You can more or less look at the tip and tell if its starting to get light. I cleaned the tip with alcohol then kamui gator grip for some texture. It really stays on the tip. The first hit is really the only time you may get some residue to best not to be using it every shot. I usually use masters and are a heavy chalker every shot normally but this should keep the table and the balls much cleaner for at least 10x as long Im sure. I usually play enough to use a cube a week. But my hands are always blue. Grip seems to be slightly better than masters with no mess. The predator and kamui .98 is just a mess just like the masters but the kamui seems to have the most outright grip but the dots it leaves everywhere make that unacceptable.

[@ju.snooker]

I’ve been using Taom and it’s so much better. It doesn’t leave the awful residue on your cue either. Have you tried to new century pro chalk they’ve come up with? Slightly cheaper than the taom but not seen any reviews of it yet.

[@TheSnookerShed]

Yes v10 is hard to beat in my opinion, clean on the cue ball and table very little miscues. I have used the century pro I found it okay but still not as good as V10 Thanks for watching pal

[@davidwalton5829]

I have a prototype piece of Kamui Roku in green and its brilliant but I found it seems to have a bit of a waxy coating, I used a piece of fine sandpaper and rubbed the top of the chalk and it's been brilliant since, however I have since started using the taom v10 and it's just as good without any need for sanding lol

[@TheSnookerShed]

Is this the snooker Roku ? I have heard there is a snooker version. V10 is quality!

[@TheSnookerShed]

Ps Thank you for watching

[@Derminatorable]

The Roku is chalk perfection. It is stupidly pricey, but if you lay it next to other chalk you start to see the difference. I have never seen smoother texture in chalk, and even the concave bit is exactly centered with every piece. You can play with other chalk, but the Kamui is a celebration of that moment.

[@TheSnookerShed]

Hey,Thank you for watching this video. Do you use the Roku to play pool or snooker ?

[@Derminatorable]

@@TheSnookerShed I use it to play pool.

[@TheSnookerShed]

Cool pal I found when I used it the chalk left marks on the cue ball. Is this the same for you ? I use Taom v10 for me this is the best chalk on the market. Nothing left on the cue ball and nothing on my table.

[@Derminatorable]

@@TheSnookerShed Yes, most of the time it leaves marks on the cue ball, but never on the table. Sometimes i find it useful to check, where i have hit it. I have heard that about the Taom and recently bought the V10. But I haven't played it yet.

[@TheSnookerShed]

Glad your getting the same results. When playing snooker marks on the Cue ball is a big no no but I’m sure you know that. This is why the Roku was just no good not to mention it’s price. Good luck with V10

[@iimiboy]

Ive found blue diamond and predator chalks give a lot more spin and grip using the same cue back to back

[@TheSnookerShed]

I seldom see that chalk in my snooker world Blue diamond tip was very popular

[@TheSnookerShed]

Thanks for watching pal

[@ashleyknight29_]

Have you tried the Taom V2? Torn between that and the V10 as I want a versatile long lasting chalk that is not gonna make a mess like my usual silver cup does! Thanks👍🏼

[@TheSnookerShed]

Yeah I have used V2 good enough chalk but I think it did not cove the tip as well as v10. V10 is a very good chalk personality the best out there. No marks on the CB and no table mess

[@davidwalton5829]

The V2 Is rubbish, the V10 however is awesome

[@TheSnookerShed]

Yip totally agree.

[@Gary31310]

As someone who has predominantly played Snooker for the past 25 years, Triangle chalk was always the 'bread and butter' go to for me. Then a few years ago I started to get into US 8 & 9 ball pool and discovered this chalk called Taom Pyro. as someone who was used to playing with bog standard '50p a cube' chalk, the price of Pyro initially shocked me but once I started using it I quickly realised why everyone thought it was the bees knees and it subsequently became my go to chalk for both Snooker and Pool. In recent months I've started using the newer Taom V10 which imo is even better than the Pyro as its every bit as clean yet has a slightly softer texture so it adheres better to layered tips ive found. The only minor complaint I have Is its adherence to phenolic tips on pool break and jump cues. For that purpose I believe there is probably something better than V10 but I just haven't found the 'holy grail' yet. I've recently acquired a piece of this Kamui Roku so I'll need to get down the club and experiment to see if I prefer it to V10 and the house Triangle, Master and Predator chalk. I can't see Roku replacing V10 on my playing cues due to the marks it leaves, but perhaps it may be good for chalking phenolic tips with???? 🤔.

[@TheSnookerShed]

Great comment Gary and yip v10 does it all for me as a snooker player. I have tried both the Kamui chalks blue and the unreleased green and grip is very good but it’s so messy on the cue ball and gives you kicks Thanks for watching

[@TE_53349]

nah mate. ive tried pyro and its just a little too hit and miss for me with getting a consistent chalking pattern on the tip with one swipe. changed to v10 and have had absolutely 0 issues

[@godjhaka7376]

Pool dawg has a product called "G2 Chalk Stay" marketed for phenolic and fiberglass tips. I suggest trying that and stick with V10

[@robday2007]

Thanks mate. I haven’t tried that V10 yet but will give it a wee crack next.

[@TheSnookerShed]

Hahahahah I was curious myself when you posted this Roku chalk ,decent enough chalk if you can only remember NOT to chalk lol V10 is good

[@iimiboy]

Never seen a tabke like this in my life, is it custom made?

[@kevinmcdonald2816]

Great video pal,I'll be subbing 👍only took up snooker again in the last 3 months,after not playing since I was a kid (in my 40s now🙄) I play with my son usually twice a week,been using the triangle chalk,I'm sick of the mess on the table and my hands,starts to feel uncomfortable .so gonna spend the money and get a V10. Will give be ya some feedback too pal👍

[@TheSnookerShed]

You will love the v10 pal covers the tip well and clean on the cb and table.Triangle is a thing of the past. Thanks for watching my video and subscribing . How’s your game going?

[@kevinmcdonald2816]

@@TheSnookerShed yeah keep the vids up👍 Well my games really picking up,had issues while down on a shot with my glasses,and my contacts aren't great for snooker,bought some snooker glasses and it's so good now,best thing I've done for me snooker. Cleared the colours in my last session, you'd think I'd got a century break haha,but I was buzzin with it. We're both enjoying the game,even when I do a good safety, it feels good,my lads only 13 and new to the game, he's really getting into it. Thx for the reply pal👍

[@TheSnookerShed]

No worries pal I’m just an other lad in love with learning this game I have been at it hard for just over 3 years. If there is anything I can help with just give me a shout

[@tony.preece]

I still need to get a lot of use out of my V2 before forking out for a V10. Think £25 to pain the cueball blue is a bit much.

[@TheSnookerShed]

Yip these chalks do last I’m still on the pyro . V10 next for me as well Tony

[@zeekrfc83]

Great video Andy 😁 your channel is going really well 👊

[@TheSnookerShed]

Thanks pal Ocht it’s good fun to do if nothing else

[@shayne.7770]

I don't play snooker, but for pool the v10 doesn't fail. Much less mess and stays on. Less mess, less need to chalk and easy to apply. Worth the money for sure.

[@TheSnookerShed]

Totally agree pal BUT I have found another chalk surprisingly that is better. Waiting for permission to review this as it’s not been released yet. Keep your eye on the channel

[@genejoe]

@@TheSnookerShed and chalk is it?

[@TheSnookerShed]

@@genejoe comes from Kamui

[@genejoe]

@@TheSnookerShed its still not released yet?

[@genejoe]

@@TheSnookerShed ?

[@Johnmiccael1]

I use it and I say it is worth every penny. A lot of people's problem when they use it is they use too much of it you just barely had to put any on. Also painted on don't rub it across the top.

[@TheSnookerShed]

Www thanks for watching Do you use it for snooker? Cheers pal

[@Dakobotoh]

Does the chalk keep your hands clean??

[@TheSnookerShed]

Unfortunately no pal most of the mess you have on your hands come from the cloth on the table. Thanks for watching

[@Dakobotoh]

Does it last long?

[@TheSnookerShed]

Yeah it will last a year maybe It’s good but does leave marks on the cb

[@TheSnookerShed]

If you mean does it go on your hands no I never noticed that

[@paulriggall8370]

I bet half of the pros can't afford that! I've been using toam for a few weeks and it's ok, had a couple of miscues when the cue ball was on the cush, but that's it. It is better than triangle for leaving less chalk on the cue ball. I can't feel any difference with spin shots, it doesn't give better grip. It isn't worth the extra cost. If it was a fiver, I would probably stay on it, but I use enough chalk for it to get expensive!

[@TheSnookerShed]

hahahah I don't know sponsoring them is not cheap lol, Yip me too but i have to blame my cueing tbh. I think with it not giving as much kicks that's what gives it credit BUT I used to leave big old lumps on the CB with all Taom chalks. Rebecca Kenna's advice seem to be working but I still over chalk . I was watching Dave Gilbert the other night and he was thinking on the shot and chalking constantly

[@SlippyNFLD]

Loving the videos my buddy

[@TheSnookerShed]

Thanks mate and thank you for taking time to watch.

[@SlippyNFLD]

@@TheSnookerShed could you message me on Facebook please

[@TheSnookerShed]

@@SlippyNFLD send me an email pal [e-mail]

[@TE_53349]

v10 is the best chalk ive ever used in a long time. ive used all other iterations of taom and v10 is definitely the best out of the lot

[@TheSnookerShed]

It’s hard to put an argument against V10 I have been using the snooker version of the Kamui chalk and it’s very good but it marks the CB on the odd occasion.

[@TheSnookerShed]

Thanks for watching pal

[@dermotshaw6775]

Do you think the different chalks have different reactions depending on the tip we use too?

[@TheSnookerShed]

Hi pal Thanks for watching Eh to be honest I’m not sure,I say this a lot the reaction on the CB depends on how I’m playing more than what tip chalk or even cue I’m holding. For me if the tip is shaped okay and the chalk is not all over the CB I’m happy.

[@dermotshaw6775]

@@TheSnookerShed yeah mate I am the same. Its probably one of these 1% things that certain pros would be able to tell and get a difference from. Or maybe not. Interesting nonetheless

[@TheSnookerShed]

It is interesting Dermot. Snooker is more a mind game than chess with he peaks and troughs of playing can be huge moment to moment.how many time do we see a player a few frames up no missing a ball and then misses one pot and it turns a match. Tips and ferrules is like the little extra a pro player needs to be just a little better. For me it’s like giving me a Argos keyboard and then a grand piano I’ll still play crap lol

[@dermotshaw6775]

@@TheSnookerShed nice analogy 🤣🤣.. I'll be sure to take a couple queens next time i go to the club lol. Give me a chance

[@lyndamcrae6749]

I get im too late to win roku but I appreciate the comparison still in 2024

[@TheSnookerShed]

Hi Lynda Actually it never got claimed lol

[@northernsoulsongs]

nah, v10 for me all day andy. PS who did your wall graphics and were they cheap? - this is Glyn Williams by the way :)

[@TheSnookerShed]

Yeah it’s the one I’m moving onto next once the pyro is finished. I got them done through someone on eBay Glyn £14.99 Thanks for watching pal

[@sarahmilne4481]

I'll see you on the cue ball 😂 well done.

[@TheSnookerShed]

Hahahaha

[@TheSnooker1984]

V10 for the win 🏆 😉

[@TheSnookerShed]

Yes I would agree, I would use the Roku but only if I had no Taom. See John Higgins uses the v10 now

[@danieldoubleday]

I use the taom pyro and swear by it.

[@TheSnookerShed]

Is that the pool version Daniel the blue chalk ?

[@danieldoubleday]

@@TheSnookerShed yes mate, I use that with a taom fusion tip. I have to be honest I am not an experienced player by any means. I had been struggling with screw shots and follow through. With the new tip and chalk I havnt miss cued at all since the change. And screw shots are much easier as my confidence has grown in my ability since the tip and chalk change. Would recommend the chalk 100 percent.

[@TheSnookerShed]

Yeah I was using that Pyro last year I moved to V10 which I thought is an improvement. Not tried the Taom tip though might've that a go. Good to hear your happier and more confident

[@cyberblue777]

Good job.

[@TheSnookerShed]

Cheers TW1 Thanks for watching my videos

[@WeeziePop]

With the Roku, you chalked the tip well over 50 times......no wonder it left marks on the cue ball.

[@TheSnookerShed]

Lol yeah it’s one chalk per game with that stuff

[@trevorluft6032]

Been told it’s pointless using it if your opponent is using a cheap chalk

[@TheSnookerShed]

Aye I have to agree Trevor its certainly not as effective that’s for sure,but it’s going to be so much better than both using dirty chalk and you can always so the other player why it a idea to change Thanks for watching pal

[@JamesWillson008]

How can they justify the price!

[@TheSnookerShed]

No idea James. What I can say it would last you for ever lol because you don’t need to use it much. Thanks for watching pal

[@JamesWillson008]

@@TheSnookerShed yea 💯 I remember using taom a couple of years ago and noticed big lumps left on the table, quite often Hard decision to change or not because chalking my cue is like a ritual pre shot. And most kicks in my club are caused from the table being too hot.

[@georgekirkcaldy1485]

i will stick to the taom , £25 is to much for us oaps lol

[@TheSnookerShed]

Way to much for everyone I know that’s for sure.

[@andreaswittrock5510]

Very interesting! There is a lot going on about the new chalk, but your test is the first I've seen. That you

[@TheSnookerShed]

@@andreaswittrock5510 Welcome pal like subscribe and share the channel please

[@tkreiner1902]

Giveaway 😇

[@TheSnookerShed]

Few give aways Thomas, and more will come just keep watching

[@stefan3225]

ROKU is not worth the money. I never miscued more than when I tried Roku for a week.

[@TheSnookerShed]

Hi Earl thank you for watching please consider subscribing and liking the video I have to agree with you it was way to expensive and as a snooker player no god at all mainly because it marks the cue ball every time. Where are you in the world?

[@troyg1337]

Paying an extra £24.50 per time for such a marginal difference is just stupid....if you're not like in top 5% of players in the world the difference between a 50p triangle chalk and a £15 taom or this £25 stuff is non existent...if you're not in that top 5% you're simply not good enough for it to make a difference and definitely not for it to make enough of a difference to pay that price for it. The marks it leaves on the cue ball...who cares most people aren't playing with perfect and brand new well maintained balls anyway, just give the ball a quick wipe between games, as for what it leaves on the table just give that a brush with your hand if it's a noticeably large mark...there is 0 reason to pay this premium... especially if you're playing at your local pub/club because somebody is gonna pinch it

[@apostyle]

I partially agree, we must consider that there are players that enjoy buying premium stuff just to get the slight feel of what to be a top player means, and i think tehre's nothing wrong with that. Im a carom player and i use Master chalk, V10 and Roku. The last 2 last really long so is not like you're spending 25$ every month. If you want to improve your game and confidence and you consider that these expensive items will help, go ahead. But if you play once per week or per month just for fun, definitely this comparisson is not for you. I mean why you should buy a BMW if an OPEL or a KIA makes the exact same thing.

[@TheSnookerShed]

@javiercastromerino9702 thanks for watching I agree the casual players will use what the club has to offer and so they should but dedicated players should look at the options. The price of Roku £25 is mad and if you’re going through a cube per month you are chalking like mad. Same for V10 I play everyday and a one piece of V10 will do 8 months maybe. Can I ask do you play snooker or an American pool game ? I promote v10 not because I get anything from Taom just because it’s better chalk for snooker. No mess on the cloth that can’t be removed, reducing the amount of brushing on a snooker cloth is good, with them being £600 per table to refit and no mess on the cue ball so less kicks. I’m doing a little video on where the chalk goes just now testing triangle/v10 and Roku. Hopefully you will watch it and comment with your thoughts. Thanks for taking the time to watch and comment.

[@apostyle]

@@TheSnookerShed Hi, I'm a Carom player. I agree, we need to try our options, we are obviously paying extra for marketing and stuff but we are also getting R+D for that price. I use Roku and a regular Master rn.

[@TheSnookerShed]

@@apostyle first of all hats off to you pal Carom looks one difficult game. I have watched this in here and the skill of the angles and application of side on the cue ball is very impressive. I can see why you need lots of chalk on the tip and also the tip size looks larger than the 9.5mm I have on my cue. So Roku did you find you get slightly more grip ? In my test I felt I got a little extra energy

[@apostyle]

@@TheSnookerShed Yes, it works slighltly better in maximun english. I use 11.7 Konllen Clear S tip right now, and i was using Kamui Clear M a week ago and both tips work fine with Roku. About energy, can't say i notice any difference in any chalk, despite the fact that you can shoot with more confidence those max spin shots with Roku.