Pool Lesson: Plus 2-Rail Kicking System

[@LeeBaldwin9]

I’ve never seen this system taught better. You are truly great for the game.

[@robertkerr229]

Best explanation I've seen yet. First one I've run across that explains the need to understand track lines rather than just the diamonds.

[@rhughes004]

I have watched this several times now. This is the best explanation I’ve seen. I watched several other videos on 2 rail kicks and even though they were trying to explain the same concept, they just weren’t articulated very clearly. You have a talent for making complex mechanics easy to understand.

[@johns3790]

Good evening Chris. I have looked at some very “high profile” channels for Plus2 instruction videos. Probably a dozen in all, and I have to say yours is by far the best! Your instruction is, without a doubt, the most comprehensive and easiest to understand. I want to thank you for your efforts in producing these videos. Great stuff Sir!

[@yoduff1]

great job explaining and demonstrating the affect of slight variations in english. shows how important it is to practice and perfect that part of the game.

[@donkeydiehard879]

This was probably the best video I've seen for this system. That being said, I think the first example, more specifically the wording of the first example complicates things. Instead of saying "the cue ball is 4 diamonds away," simply by counting the diamonds, it's help by starting out with using the term "diamond target line." I think there is value in showing the first example but starting with it can easily confuse people newer to kicking systems.

[@daveguzman8039]

He clears that up though and think it is intentional. That was the mistake I was doing. Now I understand I do agree with you about not starting that way.

[@att_ronez9993]

Finally a video I can easily understand on this topic. Can’t wait to go to the pool hall and try this out

[@자운영-i1l]

거의 매일 하루종일 시청하고있습니다 우리 아들이 릴 크리스의 대사를 외울 지경입니다ㅎ 최고의 레슨 영상입니다❤

[@rphilli9]

Great job! Tried it on my table and it works. Glad I found Lil' Chris.

[@TheyCallMeTeknoTom]

Oh. My. Goooooosh!! You just made made game 10 times better. I will call you sensei now. Thank you so much Chris. I’m watching your videos as I’m banking away these shots I never thought I would be able to calculate. Thank you!!!!

[@rossbideon]

You did the best explanation of this system I’ve seen. Thanks for all your help.

[@lewismetzger5622]

I’ve seen an explanation of this system before, but this is by far the best explanation I have seen. Thank you Chris.

[@stevetomlinson3894]

That was great! I was always good at kicking just using mirror system but takes time to become confident with. This way is pure logic and instant. Would have loved to know this 30 years ago. I never used the spots except to halve a bankshot. Very cool!

[@Slycologia.]

this system is brilliant and very well explained. congratulations. nice to see that my attention in your content is time well spent

[@ronthepoolstudent]

Perfect timing Lil’ Chris. Just yesterday, I was discussing two rail kicks with a fellow league player friend. I had been visualizing these kicks but knew I’d better become more accurate with them. In showing my friend how I use visualization only, we both felt it would be better to search KZbin for a more accurate/strong “two rail aiming system”. Fast forward to today and BAM…you answered our search before either of us even tried. I really like what you’re showing us in your video LC and have shared it with my friend, I can’t wait to begin nailing down this powerful system on my own table. Thanks for thoroughly describing and posting on this subject…👍🏻💪🏻😊

[@RichardYoung-x4r]

Great help for me and others. Thank you

[@jimjim2822]

Thank you. Excellent explanation. This tutorial was on the Diamond table which is 4’ x 8’. Our pool hall has 24 tables that are 41/2’ x 9’ - everything changes! It took me a bit to recalibrate but after a while (and lots of frustration) I think I’ve finally got it. Thanks again 👍

[@mr.bitcoin1953]

one one the best 2 rail kick explanations I ve seen on KZbin. Thanks for being so clear and descriptive.

[@productvisibilitytvshoppin1107]

Thank you for explaining so clearly. I have seen similar systems but never so well explained. Thank you again.

[@ioriedwards7554]

Brilliantly exlained. Must get on the pool table right away while it's fresh in my mind

[@darrell9351]

this is by far the best video you have made. I really appreciated both sides of the table and how you showed the numbering system for each side. Trying to do that in my head on on the table on the "other side" of the table, was really difficult for me. Thank you!

[@ricklane9590]

You have a great ability to make complicated systems simple!

[@bluecrossandblueshieldoffl6355]

This is incredible. I've been told this so many different ways and I practice and get flustered cuz I'm not doing it right. This makes so much sense! Thanks 🙏👍❤

[@Corner4Billiards]

It’s pretty kool how The Plus System and The Plus 2 System is taught differently but similar with the same results. Nice way to teach it a different way bro 💪🏽great job.

[@LilChrisPoolPlayer]

Thanks brotha! It's always good to see different ways the same thing can be explained and hopefully reach more people. Here's Corner 4 Billiards version: kzbin.info/www/bejne/r2esYmpulrmeapo

[@jstrickland38]

Thanks for this video. One of the best I've seen. Very clear and more in depth than others. Appreciate your teaching style.

[@LilChrisPoolPlayer]

You're very welcome!

[@guilhermebotelho3112]

thank you Chris I show my girlfriend your kicking system shots and she making them. best system for all player's very well explained . very good job sir

[@quinnbaker1935]

What about you though lol

[@ciscomartinez989]

I love the way you explained it so I could understand it.

[@TangoRom]

You're fantastic, brother. I just love your approach on teaching and playing. Kudos!

[@mikeoreilly4020]

Outstanding video. This is the clearest, most accessible teaching of a Diamond system that I've ever seen, and I've watched a ton of them. Thank you.

[@JerryLee..]

Awesome stuff!! It's pretty much like a science project. 😂 Thanks for sharing this!

[@LilChrisPoolPlayer]

Thank you so much for the Super Thanks! 🙏

[@riche.9990]

You explained it really clear. One of the best pool lessons on KZbin... Thank you for sharing...

[@joerobertson7887]

Excellent, Chris. Best explanation of this system I've seen. Thanks

[@quentinnailsare.2024]

Thank you for the one through seven Bank real shots, I've did a bank shoot what you have did it work for me.

[@TwoEagleStar]

Great instructional video on the +2 Chris. Very thorough and clear. I have watched several on this system and believe this to be one of the best, if not the best! Great job!! Thanks

[@LilChrisPoolPlayer]

Awesome, thank you Ron! 💪

[@NeonNights80]

Same here. I watched several videos on this subject and this one is the best. I liked how he showed the track lines.

[@bobhenson1433]

I’ve seen at least 5 Plus 2 Systems described, starting with Dr. Cue’s wonderful kicking video. Yours is the most clear,, especially the way you describe the sight lines with the CB out from the rail. Anthony Beeler’s Spot on the Wall does the same thing and I’ll compare the two in the next few days. Thanks again, Utah Bob

[@bobhenson1433]

See my earlier post. For CBs that are away from the rail, I compared your “track” method to Anthony Peeler’s “spot on the wall” method. I found no difference in the results. Since I have used the Plus 2 method for years and the numbering system is 2nd nature, I’ll stay with your method. Again, as many of the comments say, your explanation is simple, easy to understand and use.

[@kikimomikuto6689]

Wow this is so clear and easy to remember and understand. I hope you can also demostrate if you are going to hit the long rail first.

[@Max-ti5nq]

Wow, such an awesome system. Thank you Lil Chris.

[@daveusaz7152]

Perfect A good refresher course on things i learned 40 years ago but forgot the actual math of it Thanks

[@dugheckenkamp4047]

That's the best video I've seen for two rail bank shots! Thank you!!

[@lonniehatfield8440]

I'm Starting To Master This Drill And Your Classic Break!!!! Your The Man Lil Chris!!!!

[@coderz4life]

Good video as usual. Around 14:30 one sidenote to add is that table models and conditions often dictate how much adjustment you actually need. In my experience, 7' Diamond tables are often slightly "off system" compared to, for example, 7' Valley tables. Kicks often run shorter on Diamond tables than most tables. (as high as 1 diamond!) So, one could either adjust the target on the rail or, as you mentioned, adjust the spin.

[@thisguy7616]

This was an excellent lesson, superior delivery

[@theenthusiastsshinellc7772]

Great video chris. Made it super simple to understand. I appreciate the content and your dedication to this game. Cheers mate

[@jamesbarnes9633]

Great lesson.. you are a natural teacher..

[@dshadow3173]

Very well explained, young man. Thanks for what you are doing.

[@gregoryschleitwiler9601]

THANK YOU CHRIS. I was having trouble using this system, but you cleared it up by showing the track lines. You have other teachers by the pool balls. 🎱

[@robbiegf900akajwalker5]

This is the most comprehensive video on the subject. Much appreciated 👍😎👍. Thank you 😊 cheers

[@davidclark6436]

The best I've seen this explained

[@CueballcontrolSometimes]

The right amount of side spin is '1000's of shots in the memory bank', the great thing about this is limiting the variables to just speed and spin.

[@charliefox3157]

Very nice explanation on how to use the system well done Chris

[@amberspadafora9427]

Thanks!

[@LilChrisPoolPlayer]

You’re welcome!

[@LilChrisPoolPlayer]

And THANK YOU for the Super Thanks!!! 🙏

[@jamesgaszak3685]

Great video brother. Best 2 rail kicking system on you tube and best explanation.

[@thomasford4716]

Awesome work. I watched this system before and the way you explained it made it very understandable.

[@wayneburba9457]

Excellent demonstration, lots of time spent

[@robertscofield7845]

Thanks! Great ideas bubbling around in my head to try now!

[@richfearr3437]

very well explained. Easily understandable.

[@vincent6692]

Great break down on the 2 rail system

[@Daviswilder1]

AWESOME video. Thank you for explaining it in a variety of ways.

[@TheyCallMeTeknoTom]

It does crack me up how you do a frozen stare at the ball after you make it. 😂. I’d be jumping up and down celebrating. I can’t believe you don’t even smile or go “damn I’m good” after you do it. Can you please do a KZbin short and do a sick shot and then say “daaaaamn. I’m just too good.” 😂😂😂

[@ericpersson8410]

Thanks Chris, great video.your videos are helping me with my game.

[@allanjohnson2930]

Really understand the system and technique you're really a good teacher

[@jimmieharper6564]

great demonstration Chris!

[@ulyssesornelas627]

Instructor of the year"lil chris"

[@IlliniDog01]

Awesome system and explanation.

[@chrism6317]

Thanks Lil Chris!!! Very well explained!

[@briansmith4724]

Thank You 😉 Years ago i saw a Daffy Duck cartoon on using diamonds to calculate how to hit a ball to pocket it. I have been looking for the system since, as i do not remember the details. 😊

[@covidsurvivorwear6749]

PHENOMENAL ... very helpful and exstreamily easy to understand. Even so, I have to admit watching severl times Ty ... ty ... ty ... finally it all make sense. 👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@stevemarion9591]

You really explain things very easy to understand S

[@scottbacci8933]

This system is very useful. Got me out of a lot of trouble in one pocket games.

[@lienecirule4342]

High quality content.

[@RayAzalea1]

Great video. Best explanation I seen of the system.

[@juansosa644]

I've seen multiple videos about this system and can assure you, this is the best one so far. You covered all points of the system and well explained. 👏 Thanks Chris for a great video! 👍 I have used the system before and you helped me understand why sometimes worked and others didn't. Great job!

[@edgarg2024]

Thank you Chris!! Great examples and what ifs..

[@TruongNguyen-mc2yt]

dude literally acts like Coursera! Thank you so much!

[@dameagerbeaver7703]

Thank you Chris! I just got into pool a few months ago. I’m having too much fun. 😅

[@BackwardsBilliards]

Great information!

[@LilChrisPoolPlayer]

Thanks Lonnie!

[@BackwardsBilliards]

@@LilChrisPoolPlayer You're welcome

[@timothygaffney6459]

I use my different numbers for the short rail when shooting a two rail kick. The corner is 0 and the first diamond is 4 with 2 & 3 falling in between and spaced evenly. I use no side spin. This allows me to adapt the system for 2 rail banks as well as kicks.

[@yes2crypto]

Fantastic teaching

[@viethungoan7275]

This video deserves 1m views 🙏 thanks

[@donjaun540]

Thank you for this awesome lesson. 👍

[@yeucuocsong4220]

Tks you for your useful techniques

[@riefler0220]

Just found your channel. Love it!!!

[@garybkatz]

Good job explaining this system!

[@indianastoned8234]

This is awesome. Thank you!

[@morejeep01]

Newly subscribed, but I have watched a few of your instructional videos. This is definitely the best I've seen, maybe because you explain everything in a way a simpleton like myself can understand. Thanks lil Chris

[@nedj10]

Chris, after watching this vid and a few others from other billiards channels, it seems to me that one thing the billiards community needs is a means by which to quantify the striking force required for any given shot. Such a tool would allow players to compare play on one table from another and would be very helpful in making this and any other shooting sytem repeatable on different tables.With regards to shot making, how hard is hard and how soft is a soft varies from player to player and table to table, such a quantifiable measurement would allow players and coachs to communicate for more effectivly than they currently can. Billiards needs its own version of scratches at level 6 with deeper grooves at level 7.

[@Wuzzysbrand06]

One way my coach used to quantify the force was in terms of the force needed for the cueball to travel from one short rail to the other and back and have it stop just at the rail (so basically like a lag shot, i.e. the ball travels two table lengths). As a beginner, I was surprised at how little force is actually needed for that. It's very easy to overshoot and have the ball bounce of the second rail pretty far. He told me that most beginners strike way too hard. Once you get used to the "lag force" as your "standard shot" you can basically describe shots like "half force" or "one and a half force" which would be the cueball traveling one table length or three table lengths respectively. The issue with this though is that it depends on the table (felt/size) and the weight of your cue, so basically you have to practice that shot a lot and get used to it. You can't really explain to a beginner how much force is needed. I'm not sure if others use this system, but it helped me during my training sessions, as my coach would say stuff like "that's a half force shot", so I had the basic idea already.

[@trailerwookie]

I believe Dr. Cue has a video on what quantifies such a shot, as well as what quantifies "one tip of running English."

[@deershack5388]

Thanks for the lesson, very professional.

[@robchristian9436]

Thanks for the video it’s helped me better my kicking

[@Kahawai68]

Dude …this is awesome

[@maryannef3067]

Great video, thank you!

[@michaelsopher9465]

Great education. Thanks

[@dugy40]

I like your videos bud. I am working on getting a table.

[@imabuzzard1]

this is a good video. very informative. however, I use the two rail "spot on the wall". I go to the right side of the table and sight a line from the third diamond to the diamond to the left of center on the head rail, your #3 spot. I find my "spot" in the distance and shoot to the "spot" using the same running english and pocket speed. It's very effective and deadly.

[@rmukrathnayake3363]

Very nice techniques

[@andrevieira6247]

Finally a good explanation! Thank you 💪💪 one question. When the ball I want to hit is not in the rail, but in the middle of the table, how do I decide from which diamond to start the count? Is it the first one after the 90 degree projection to the long rail and playing with the spin?

[@Blakeyboi24]

This is gold!!

[@alanharris3277]

Love the cue swipe to change the numbers :). Most always, 2 rail kick systems are demonstrated with the Cue Ball (CB) positioned fairly close to a long rail and the Object Ball (OB) positioned at either a corner pocket or frozen to a rail, perhaps a diamond or two adjacent to that corner pocket (with appropriate adjustments). I'd love to see what adjustments (cue ball contact/speed/aim or track line) you'd consider if say, the CB is at 2,6 at one end (foot rail end) and the OB is at 2,3 at the other end (head rail end). I think both tracks should be well within the limits of the system. .

[@mike.rattletrap]

Great video! Thank you

[@tipchel5709]

Thanks a lot!😎👍

[@TheCeedub]

This is way easier than the way I do it. Smart system

[@newsnebraska2392]

Great video Chris. Thanks