Quite Possibly... The World's Best $100 Pool Cue! | Valhalla by Viking FULL REVIEW!

[@AverageJoesPool]

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[@fedup7416]

My Wife bought me this Cue for my 75th birthday, couldn't be happier.

[@AverageJoesPool]

A fine choice 👍

[@dougoverhoff7568]

Looks just like my first 2 piece cue, (a Viking), that I bought for around $80. Which, as I remember, was a lot for my pocketbook at the time. This was back in the late 60's. Since then, though I have owned and played with many, many different cues throughout the years, I've always had a liking for Viking cues.

[@andrewverrett568]

Im glad this popped up on my news feed. I have a few cues. All super expensive. All over a thousand bucks, but my kiddo is starting to get into playing pool and I been wanting to get him something professional quality to shoot with that also looked good for his first cue without breaking the bank. This is perfect. Its a gorgeous cue and super high quality for what it is.

[@AverageJoesPool]

Really glad that you like and appreciate the Valhalla. Outstanding cues for the price! And (if you clicked on our Amazon links to buy it) then thank you so much for your support!! 👍👍

[@ramensospicy2992]

hands down best cue reviewer on YT

[@AverageJoesPool]

Thank you, that's very kind. Glad you are enjoying the video's 👍👍👍

[@mikefair9913]

😮😮 6:12 😊 😢😢😊😮😢😢

[@imerdervishoski3689]

man you got me sold on this cue😃 but unfortunatly it does not ship to austria, i will be waiting for the luky cue since it does ship to austria, hope it performes like the valhalla. Great revew keep it up you deserve more subscribers and vewers👍

[@AverageJoesPool]

Actually if you follow our links in the Video Description to Amazon.com you should find that amazon.com can ship the Valhalla direct to Austria for you ($11.90 shipping when I checked). Otherwise, the Lucky review will be coming later in the year! Hope that helps! 👍

[@skipmartin3469]

A broom handle in the right hands is better than any cue at any price. Of course, those same hands with a good cue will do magic.

[@AverageJoesPool]

Absolutely 👍

[@jimo3173]

Realistically, if a cue is straight, solid, and has a good tip on it, there's not much more you can ask of a cue. If you're paying upwards of $300 for any cue, you're paying for exotic wood inlays, exotic artwork, the mystic of a private cue maker, or just the name of a cue making company. You will not play better with a $1200 cue than you will with a $100 cue, even if you think you will.

[@AverageJoesPool]

Thanks for sharing your experiences! 👍👍

[@TBD340]

Just received this Cue. It's very nice for the money. Thanks for the review. I bought it because I trust you and your review. I also registered for the lifetime warrantee on the Viking Website.

[@AverageJoesPool]

Perfect, thank you for your support and hope you are enjoying the cue! Good call on registering it on the Viking website! 👍👍

[@JustJrTv]

First cue I bought getting back into playing again. Now my son and daughter have one as well since I had upgraded

[@AverageJoesPool]

Glad you are enjoying your Valhalla's! 👍

[@disturbedmaynard3873]

I bought a Schmelke True Stroke cue back in about 1982, and aside from a small ding or two, it is still just as nice as it was new. Paid about $85.00 for it back then, and have never thought of replacing it. I like all the info given about the Valhalla here, except for the China part.

[@AverageJoesPool]

Schmelke are still going strong and producing some really good value USA made cues. Great to hear yours is is great shape after more than 40 years, that's awesome! Glad you enjoyed the Valhalla video 👍

[@ficheye00]

I bought this cue over a year ago. I'm so glad I did.

[@AverageJoesPool]

Great cue choice 👍

[@FISHDINHO]

I play mostly snooker and english 8 ball these days. Not played 9 ball for about 15 years. Thinking of starting to play more 9 ball again. Might grab one today. Cheers for the review.

[@AverageJoesPool]

Glad you found the video helpful! If you do decide to buy one it would be appreciated if you could please use our Amazon links in the Video Description to help support us in return. Thanks for watching 👍👍👍

[@FISHDINHO]

@@AverageJoesPool Will do.

[@Warren_Flatt]

i have this cue (the wrapless version) and it is awesome. best $100 i've ever spent!

[@AverageJoesPool]

Glad you're enjoying your Valhalla 👍👍👍

[@brianvargas6958]

I have this same cue bro and let me just say i will never get rid of it. I have been playing with it for the longest time and love it. It has made me so much money. I genuinely think it is the best cheap cue you can get. If you see this and you aren’t sure bro trust me when i tell you it is worth it. I have been able to do everything you can think of with it. Well worth it. Had to speak on this cue😂

[@AverageJoesPool]

Thanks for sharing your experiences, and glad to hear you also love your Valhalla 👍👍

[@danielpincus221]

For me, the slightly more conical taper is a plus, making for a more solid hit.

[@AverageJoesPool]

Absolutely! 👍

[@linan2332]

Really appreciate the review! bought this as my starter cue!

[@AverageJoesPool]

Excellent, thank you for your support 👍

[@abruptlyblunt]

really nice cue, to bad they don't go lower then 18oz/13mm, if the valhalla came in 16 or 17 oz with a 11-11.5 mm tip i'd be all over it. being how good and straight they are i could probably get used to 18oz but could never handle the thickness of a shaft with a 13 mm tip, those fat shaft cues feel like i'm shooting with a club. what i wouldn't give to find a straight reasonably priced 16oz/11mm stick to replace the one i had stolen, shooting with that stick was like doing a precision carving with a scalpel, i miss it.....

[@AverageJoesPool]

Yes, 13mm as standard (as with most cues these days). Have you considered the possibility of trying out a UK pool cue instead of an American model? They go down to 8mm typically (tiny!!!), but larger tip options are available. Maybe a 10mm would work for you? Just a thought? 👍

[@adamryan5038]

Would you recommend going with the wrap or not? Coming from, English pool and snooker the wrap seems a bit odd. Does the wrap need replacing as it ages?

[@AverageJoesPool]

It's all down to personal preference really. If you're coming from a snooker background, then I'd probably save myself the $10 and go wrapless as it will feel more natural to you. With regards to wraps, on the Valhalla it's genuine Irish linen, well wrapped and pressed. Good wraps can last for decades (or longer probably!) and I'd be surprised if you had any issues with the Valhalla wrap (provided the cue is looked after of course) anytime soon. If you decide to buy one, please be sure to use our Amazon links in the Video Description and help support us in return. Thank you! 👍

[@delvictor7570]

Great review.

[@AverageJoesPool]

Glad you enjoyed it 👍

[@ColorColours]

Can you guys do a review on the Predator aspire series of cues? Not a lot to find on youtube, and I've been interested in them for awhile!

[@AverageJoesPool]

We'd love to cover some Predator cues. We have a review upcoming on their Air II Jump Cue, and beyond that we'll have to see what happens. It would be great to cover Predator cues as they've got some great collections 👍

[@Tracer414]

Im a novice pool player. After reviewing your video I bought the Viking Valhalla cue stick. In fact, I upgraded to a 200 series rather that the 100 series in your video. As soon as I removed it from the box I knew I made a mistake. I was so disappointed at how cheap it felt; like a bar cue! Even my instructor commented about how "plasticky" (his exact word) the cue stick felt. I returned it the very next day. I ended up purchasing a well known industry cue instead. I still dont understand why you gave this stick such high ratings.

[@AverageJoesPool]

Thanks for sharing your experiences. The cue we reviewed was the 100 series. The 200 series is a little different as those have the graphic prints rather than the stained wood finish on the 100 series. We should be reviewing the 200 series soon. Often with the graphic print cues can have the plasticky feel you mentioned as the entire butts are often full print on a vinyl layer, and so you are essentially touching 100% vinyl and no actual wood. We'll see if the 200 Series has this when we review it, but we have come across this numerous times for various other budget-orientated brands and so maybe that's the plasticky feel you found on your 200 series? The 100 series is not plasticky in any way, and is an amazing cue for the price. Hope that helps 👍

[@Tracer414]

@@AverageJoesPool Thank you for the reply.

[@Baltihunter]

They are £251 on amazon uk. Big difference from $100 (July 24)

[@AverageJoesPool]

Please try the amazon.co.uk link provided in the video description. They should be £98 through that link. Hope that helps! 👍

[@Baltihunter]

@@AverageJoesPool thank mate 👍🇬🇧🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@masaleov]

​@@AverageJoesPool Showing 120 w/ and 110 w/o wrap when I click the link.

[@wokkid_1445]

quick question, is there a differnece between the 100 series and Valhalla VA120 ? because they both look exactly the same

[@AverageJoesPool]

The VA120 is indeed part of the Valhalla 100 Series. The 100 Series consists of: VA101-110 which are wrapless, and then the VA111-120 which are identical but with linen wrap. Hope that helps, and please be sure to help support us by clicking on our Amazon links in the Video Description if you want to buy one 👍

[@wokkid_1445]

@@AverageJoesPool thanks for the reply! bought one through your link!

[@1911FanBoi]

It’s a good cue for beginners but I don’t recommend advanced players to play with it. I have one and was missing shots with english. Bought a mezz a few weeks later and shooting lights out. I’m an advanced player who normally play with customs. It has high deflection.

[@thedevilinthecircuit1414]

Make a comparison video!

[@AverageJoesPool]

Thanks for sharing your experiences 👍👍

[@Baltihunter]

I expected the tip to be smaller. A bit like a snooker cue

[@AverageJoesPool]

The standard specs for a North American Pool Cue is 13mm tip, 58" length, and 19oz weight. Snooker cue tips have a much smaller diameter than North American Pool Cues. Hope that helps! 👍

[@cosmingalpoker4599]

Can you make a video with lucky cue ? I can't buy this one in My country

[@AverageJoesPool]

We can confirm that we actually have a Lucky by McDermott cue on our way to us currently for review! Please ensure you are subscribed with notifications turned on so you'll be notified of all our latest video's (including the Lucky review when it goes live!)

[@cosmingalpoker4599]

@@AverageJoesPool thank you I already subscribed before and notification are on:)

[@jeodejoya8345]

When will McDermott Lucky cue review release? Can't wait for the review! 😂 Been choosing Lucky or Valhalla. Btw, I'm amazed by this valhalla review!

[@AverageJoesPool]

Glad that you enjoyed our Valhalla 100 series review! The Lucky review will take a little while to get organised. At the time of writing the cue is on route to us. It's then got be be scheduled in, filmed, edited, processed etc so it will take a while. Thanks for your support!

[@FirstLast-hv6wt]

4/16ths?!! 🤯.....😂

[@AverageJoesPool]

Yes, apologies for that, lol! In both Britain and Canada we use metric, and still never got 100% comfortable with these inch breakdowns. 4/16th's is technically correct, but you should say 1/4 and not 4/16 (even though they are the same, lol!) We'll get there 👍

[@FirstLast-hv6wt]

@@AverageJoesPool That's completely okay, I understand, I just thought it sounded funny. No offense intended, I just like to bring humor out of things!

[@nadyalis]

None are 100$ most are 145 and 295$

[@AverageJoesPool]

The pricing on the 100 series has risen $10 since we made the video. Please be sure to click our Amazon links. The pricing is correct. Are you from the USA, or an International buyer?

[@joshuavanwhy6767]

The color brown is technically orange

[@AverageJoesPool]

Good to know 🙃

[@JohnBowl14690]

I know Valhalla is a great cue for the price. I struggled between the Valhalla and the McDermott Lucky cue. I went with the Lucky because I actually shot with one years ago and really liked it. But I've heard nothing but good about the Valhalla.

[@AverageJoesPool]

Indeed, Lucky and Valhalla seem to be battling it out for top $100 cue status. We can confirm that we actually have a Lucky by McDermott cue on our way to us currently for review! Please ensure you are subscribed with notifications turned on so you'll be notified of all our latest video's (including the Lucky review when it goes live!)

[@JohnBowl14690]

@@AverageJoesPool - Sub'd ! I look forward to your lucky review. It just came in and I personally like it. A steep contrast to my JFlowers Carbon cue.

[@tiendoan6417]

@@AverageJoesPoolplease do I love wrapless cue so I Bought the L1 black lucky already . Seeing all these review about Valhalla I’m afraid of making the wrong choice….

[@davekat4680]

Bought many Lucky’s for friends starting out. Solid construction, big 3/8x10 joint and good hit. Generally change out tip with fresh triangle but stock leather 1 pc tip works. 🎱🙌🏼

[@guyhogan4882]

My first good pool cue was and still is the one I play with. And yes it's a $100 Valhalla. A pro pool player told me that with Viking cues in particular, cheap or expensive they all play just as well. You pay for the deco basically. Many players want inlays and wraps etc. So in regards to these cues whether it's $1500 or $80 or $100 they all shoot exceptionally well and you can trust them to hold up in tournaments as well as recreation. I love mine, and know you will too once you feel it. I might note however that I wouldn't break with it. Simply to preserve its life span, I'd just use a simple house cue or a one piece of your own for breaks. But glad the creator of this vid did it anyways, if for nothing else, to show it can handle it.

[@AverageJoesPool]

Thank for your sharing your experiences with the Valhalla brand. Excellent cues for the price without doubt! 👍

[@andrewverrett568]

Viking brands like viking and Valhalla and cuetec cues are your best bang for your buck in the cue world.

[@alexanderthegreat5352]

What's the difference between Valhalla by Viking 100, 200, 300 and 400? What am I paying more for?

[@imerdervishoski3689]

i think it is only design

[@tiendoan6417]

If anyone is considering a lucky cue by McDermott or this, dont make the mistake to buy a lucky cue if you are ever worry about warpage , Valhalla cue is life time warranty, all you pay for is shipping cost. But McDermott does not ever cover warpage, only other minor defects , joint or pin imperfection. The cost to ship to McDermott and warpage repair is about $80 u might as well buy different cue at that point or have local fix it for you… Just my 2 cents, I already made the mistake of buying a Lucky cue I just hope it play well for few years before needed to replace.

[@AverageJoesPool]

Yes, there are pro's and con's for both for sure. The Lucky does not cover warpage, and the Valhalla can only be replaced once (according to the warranty pages on both). Maybe we'll run a Lucky vs Valhalla video in the future comparing the two head-to-head! Thank you for your input and sharing your experiences 👍

[@Hateful_8]

Nice starter cue. Thanks for the video!

[@AverageJoesPool]

Thanks for watching! 👍

[@ivanovooko]

thank you for the amazing review! what made you choose 19 oz, if you could have gone with 21 oz?

[@AverageJoesPool]

Glad you enjoyed the review! 19oz is pretty much the standard option for pool cues, and so that's what we always try to test with. 21oz is pretty heavy for a playing cue. People play with all weights, but 19oz tends to be the standardized (and most common) option. Hope that helps 👍

[@Csharpflat5]

True ❤😊

[@AverageJoesPool]

Indeed, a great cue for the price! 👍👍👍

[@billtube55]

Does the design allow for a screw in extension, presumably needing a female thread part to be installed too, or is it limited to the bulkier push on type? I've recently changed from mostly playing on 7ft (8ball) to 9ft tables (and 9ball) and want to buy a replacement to my 30yr old cue which I don't want to modify to allow for an extension. Any advice greatly appreciated!

[@AverageJoesPool]

You have a few options for cue extensions for Valhalla cues. Viking produce a centre extension, but this DOES NOT fit Valhalla (only Viking quick release). But they also produce a rear (butt) extension in 6" and 12" and those are available with a Valhalla adapter (see their website for more info). But if you want a centre (joint) extension rather than rear (butt) then there are options out there including Balance Rite who do a 5/16-18 joint extension (4"). Hope that helps 👍

[@thedevilinthecircuit1414]

Re: warranty service--in the US, Federal Trade Commission regulations state a manufacturer cannot require a purchaser to register a product within a certain timeframe to activate an advertised warranty. A manufacturer can, however, require registration (proof of purchase with vendor name, date, and price) prior to processing a claim within their advertised warranty period.

[@AverageJoesPool]

Great info, thanks for sharing 👍

[@erynugraha9676]

have you considered reviewing a custom made cue? there are several custom cues made in Indonesia and they are actually pretty sweet, ranging from 100$ - 700$

[@AverageJoesPool]

We have a lot more cue reviews to come, from various manufacturers 👍

[@chrisfor]

Getting back into playing after about 20 years of not. Picked up one of these for my first league. Thanks for the review.

[@AverageJoesPool]

Excellent, hope you are enjoying you Valhalla! And, if you clicked on our Amazon link to buy it, then thank you for your support! 👍👍

[@ekim319]

hey does anyone know what those roller wheels that he uses to test cue straightness are called?

[@AverageJoesPool]

You can find the cue rollers on Amazon: amzn.to/3Unj76P Hope that helps 👍

[@ERDG516]

I’m in process of getting new cue in that price range, I hope it comes in all black, 16-17.75 ounces. I’m in between Valhalla and champion gator.

[@AverageJoesPool]

The Valhalla VA101 is solid black (you can find this in the Amazon link we provide in the Video Description: amzn.to/4buyJyl). The lightest weight option for Valhalla cues is 18oz. Hope that helps! 👍👍

[@ERDG516]

@@AverageJoesPool yes it did, thank you But I’m changing the tip, that’s for sure. I have someone who can. Any tip you can suggest?

[@whyzzman]

Is it worth spending the extra $20 for the 200 series and getting the "premium leather" tip?

[@AverageJoesPool]

On the Viking website, both the 100 and 200 series are both listed as having the same "Premium Leather" tip (as are all of the Valhalla series 100/200/300/400/500/900). Hope that helps! 👍

[@whyzzman]

@@AverageJoesPool thank you for the quick response. What would you say is the key difference between the 100 and 200 series?

[@clayxsd]

Any ETA on when the lucky cue review is coming out? Curious which one you think plays better

[@AverageJoesPool]

Unfortunately not. We've not received the cue as of yet, so it will be some time unfortunately. But it will definitely be reviewed 👍

[@clayxsd]

@@AverageJoesPool Thanks!

[@alexr.9623]

Great review, I'm going to grab one ASAP!

[@AverageJoesPool]

Awesome, glad you enjoyed it! Please be sure to support us and use our Amazon links in the video description. Thank you for your support! 👍

[@alexr.9623]

@@AverageJoesPool Subbed, liked and I'll grab that cue using the link you provided. Thanks again!

[@cjh4427]

What's the difference between the 100 series and the 200, 300, and 400 series as seen on Amazon? The price steps up a small amount as the series number goes up.

[@tiendoan6417]

No different just design

[@Hateful_8]

They all have the same shaft, so the difference is in design. 100 valhalla plays like 300$ valhalla.

[@cjh4427]

@@tiendoan6417 & @hateful_8 Thank you I've used the Valhalla by Viking. It feels like a sound pool cue. I'm a beginner to intermediate pkayer. I've been practicing several hours a day up to 8 hours. I've gotten pretty good in a short amount of time. The Valhalla doesn't knock my socks off though. Is there a must have pool cue between $200-$400. I'd like a good stick to take care of and to call my own. Do you have any suggestions?

[@booboojones2590]

About 2 weeks ago I started playing pool after seeing a video on the ghost ball method / theory. Basically I became hooked even though I know I have so very much to learn. After hacking around with the cues in my apartment complex, I decided to buy my first cue. BECAUSE of your video ( which is most excellent ) I bought the Valhalla. I couldn’t wait for it to arrive and when it did … I rushed over to the table and started playing. Again, I’m a beginner so there’s a lot of user related issues but I was missing shots ( easy ones ) that I previously would have made. With all that said, is this ‘normal’ with a new cue? I think I know the answer but would like to hear an answer from a professional. The one thing that I can really tell is the tip of the older stick appears to be flatter if that makes sense. It’s nominal but I can see a little difference. Anyway, I’m rambling but any thoughts you had would be greatly appreciated. Thanks so much …

[@AverageJoesPool]

Firstly, glad you like your Valhalla. Secondly, if you used our Amazon links to buy it then thank you so much for your support! As to your question on tip shape, the tip shape is correct on the Valhalla, and on your old cue it would have been flattened over time and use. You actually want this curved profile to the tip as it improved cue ball contact, and the two most common tip shapes are Dime and Nickle Radius (so called because they match the outer radius of those coins). Dime radius tends to be preferred by most. Check out Dr Daves guide to tip shape, which outlines why you want this rounded profile rather than flat: billiards.colostate.edu/faq/cue-tip/size-and-shape/ Also, I'd recommend picking up a Willards Tip Shaper, a great tool for keeping the tip in good order and maintaining good shape (stop it flattening over time). They're cheap and really handy: amzn.to/3XxQIxr You'll get used to the Valhalla very soon, and you'll find when you go back to the old house cue (once you're used to the Valhalla) you'll miss the shots with the house cue and making them with the Valhalla!! Hope that helps 👍

[@tiendoan6417]

When are you dropping lucky cue review man? 🥲

[@AverageJoesPool]

It's going to be a few months away unfortunately, we have a very busy and full production schedule! But it's coming 👍