What Cue Does The BEST POOL Player Use ?

[@PostUp_Time]

*How humble a dude and cool. Gave Karl a gift. Guaranteed no other player will do that, especially a winning glove.* *Heart warming to carry a picture of his dad, outside the case so he can always see him, and carry gifts from his mom!* _just became a FSR Fan_ _great job Karl!_

[@KarlBoyesPoolLife]

Thank you yes he is super nice guy

[@danitheman21]

Seoa Seo gave him a cute cue tip cover

[@diathekedriven]

It's impossible not to love and appreciate FSR. His personality and passion for the game, and what he has done over this past 16 or whatever months is nothing short of amazing. Cool dude and class act...

[@KarlBoyesPoolLife]

Well said

[@MikeyD22]

Really, really hard not to like this guy. A phenomenal talent and great ambassador for the game. And the way he shows such love and respect for his parents, confirms what a class act he is. Thanks for sharing this video, Karl!

[@KarlBoyesPoolLife]

Thanks for the comment bro

[@lur9586]

Zan Hybrid max tip is a medium/hard tip. Just for anyone who is considering getting one. The top layer is medium and the core and bottom of the tips is hard. It does get harder the more you use it as the tip wears down. I would recommend going with the regular Zan tip in a medium softness for most players.

[@KarlBoyesPoolLife]

Thanks for the info appreciate it

[@PostUp_Time]

fyi that is not the way ZAN describes their own Hybird tip. The center of the tip is softer than the outer of the tip. Your description, if the hardness of the tip is always changing as you use it, you will always have inconsistency in shots. Many Pros on this Whats in Bag Series use the ZAN Hybrid. From ZAN Hybrid: gives the player the power of a Hard, grip of a Medium, and control of a Soft all in one. Duro Numerical Value: 90.8 Mixed Hog and Pig Leather

[@atheistchristpuncher]

@@PostUp_Time Just the opposite of what you said: the Hybrid tip is hard leather in the core and medium leather on the outsides.

[@llltrac9143]

@@atheistchristpuncher I think Taom Fusion is similar.

[@lukepbriggs6225]

Season of dreams! How can anyone dislike this guy. Top man.

[@AJMangino]

What a guy. Role model for all the young guys in the sport.

[@mejeremyb]

He seems like a genuinely nice guy. I look forward to watching his career.

[@Jack3dBrett]

the future of pool is very bright with this guy at the head of it.

[@72c20]

Agreed 👍

[@Tupsx57]

I love how he flashes his smile during games. Looks like somebody who really loves the game.

[@joneslaakso]

Right, and very very boring.

[@Jack3dBrett]

@@joneslaakso most people disagree with you friend

[@Ricklaze]

​@@joneslaaksowhy?

[@robertvisnick3910]

I don’t know how anyone couldn’t like this guy. Such a great personality for pool. FSR amazing player!

[@tariboclaxton2123]

such a humble guy, I will now be rooting for him 👍

[@jaybanthony]

Great guy and great interview. He deserves all the success he's had so far.

[@ratkoglazar]

The weight of the cue forces him to play more loose with the back hand. Because of that carbon produces more energy in almost all shots. In my opinion, he understands carbon more than any player at the moment.

[@KarlBoyesPoolLife]

Fair statement like it 👏🏼

[@77.billiards]

Soft spoken and very humble. Loves his family. I'm a fan now of FSR.

[@slonce_photography3698]

I met him in Buchurest Romania last year, we had a good time, such a pure spirit and such a big love, amazing guy. Not surprised with that attitude that he is in highest class. 😀 Rly good energy!

[@IamKwote]

You should frame the glove and put the pics of the tournaments he won surrounding that glove. The fact he is willing to just give you his winning glove cause you asked what else is in the case. Man this dude is something else. That picture of him and his father and the trinkets his mother gave him shows how important is is to have a GOOD SUPPORT SYSTEM Love this kids attitude on life and Pool. Way to go FSR!!!

[@KarlBoyesPoolLife]

Well said 👏🏼

[@PostUp_Time]

It is very important to support and encourage your childrens dreams. But also encourage everyone, adults the same, who want to venture out to try something. Unfortunately never happened for me, so believe me its important.

[@PostUp_Time]

without great support and encouragement we would not have all the junior pool players playing as professionals today, so quickly. Kudos to the sponsorships for these kids as well

[@chadhutsell8847]

Seems like such a genuine dude. What a great personality. Dude is on top of the world right now!

[@jlu5353]

Looks like the newer BK Rush tempest. The grey is sweet. I got it without the wrap and love it. I also got the 19oz and took 0.5 out. I tried it heavier and lighter and it just feels so smooth at 18.5. However i didn’t like the Predator tip and it even sheared off about a month after purchase. Got a Samsara hard tip and it hits like a beast.

[@davekat4680]

Nice job, love the series. This kid is something else. Wish him all the best in life 💯

[@haies09]

Deserves everything, great attitude

[@kalj3]

He seems such a cool guy! There are some players that seem a bit arrogant or something. It may be game face or what ever but still. And then there are guys like Oi and FSR. A perfect ambassador for the sport.

[@Normastitz18]

Such a cool, humble guy.

[@anthonyvlogs01]

Might have to try the Zan Hybrid max. Everyone I know who uses it has nothing but positive things to say about it.

[@Passarinho86]

He said, Zan Hybrid Max. Also, heard it's good but, will go w Tiger for now. Currently using Thoroughbred.

[@stevensofjan6232]

A little correction. Zan hybrid max is not soft tip. Its like medium to medium hard. Just for your refference. 🙏

[@Passarinho86]

@@PostUp_Time I've used Elk Master, Thoroughbred, Peri Hawkeye II and will slap on a Tiger Emerald on my new shaft. They all play well... but. I do assume. Technology also goes into it and quality costs. A Toyota and Ferrari got two different prices and they both get your from point A to B. But. There's still a difference.

[@PostUp_Time]

@@Passarinho86 c'mon toyota and a ferrari? we are talking miniscule pieces of leather. a $3 tip used by the greatest players in the game with excellent results since you brought it up, just sayin, a toyoata for an everyday car, winter, snow, rain,, etc. will outlast a ferrari.

[@historybuffjb]

I have replaced all of my shifts with this tip about a year ago. I can't say enough good things about them. They just last for a really long time and don't require hardly any maintenance. That is all I require out of a tip.

[@donkeydiehard879]

For those who can't understand, I believe he is saying the tip is a "Zan hybrid max." I recently switched too it and it's an amazing tip. It's soft on outside for when you need English and hard in the middle when you don't. Never thought I'd switch from kamui and tiger but I'm sold with Zan. I'm far from being sponsored by anyone. Just my honest opinion.

[@BiggestTable]

Hi Karl, I believe the tip he was referring to was Zan Hybrid Max

[@KarlBoyesPoolLife]

My Spanish sucks hahaha

[@veronicahawthorne3452]

One other thing…that plastic burnisher he pulled out. What brand is it and are they easy to find?

[@johnholmstrom4212]

I love how he's always happy and smiley. Loving life lol

[@nicholaskapageridis]

Did FSR now sign with cuetech? Interested to see his new layout..

[@KarlBoyesPoolLife]

Yes video coming soon

[@Watchman-co8es]

I'd love to win the glove! Fsr has grown to become my favorite player, he's a class a act!

[@kriscain9410]

I've been waiting for this one to be uploaded. Predator is about to make even more money now

[@kikimomikuto6689]

I could be wrong but it looks like his leather wrap is elephant ear cause of how smooth looking it is. Surprised to see he is just playing an IKON and not the Panthera or Jacoby ltd edition. As always, thanks Karl for the video.

[@blairlasenby3241]

I think you’re right with Elephant ear leather, unless it is Spanish Bull pattern - hard to tell with how smoothed out it is. EE has small textured dots in it, gives it a very soft feel.

[@TNskinny]

He probably knew it was elephant ear and didn't want to say being as it is surrounded by controversy.

[@KarlBoyesPoolLife]

Thanks buddy

[@godjhaka7376]

FSR can definitely afford 2-3 Revo shafts while waiting a week or more by sending his main one back to an "authorized" predator company to be re-tipped. I'm sure predator takes care of him, so he probably get it faster. Only reason I won't ever use predator, I play too much pool for all the downtown needed for a retip

[@JohnBowl14690]

I'm sure predator gives him probably $5K per year worth of free equipment because it only cost them $1K in materials. In addition, they probably pay him $25K sponsorship yearly money to use their cues. Just a wild guess, but Efren Reyes commented on the many cue companies that were contacting him to use their cues.

[@nychrisvs]

Good video BoxOffice!! ❤ The series! Keep em coming buddy. FSR is such nice, fun & seemingly genuine dude. The guy is always smiling. One hell of a player too!!! An excellent ambassador for the game.

[@KarlBoyesPoolLife]

Well Said indeed 👏🏼

[@nychrisvs]

If pool ever make it to the Olympics while he's still hot, can you just see the feel good story? His dad pic on the case, mom's good luck charms & the lucky towel. That's good TV moment

[@lighttread]

What a great guy. Fantastic attitude, no wonder he's winning everything.

[@miked104]

Thank you Karl and Francisco!

[@godjhaka7376]

Karl you seem intrigued that he preps his cue tip everyday. I do as well, and think everyone should for a consistent shot. I burnish with Kamui leather and shape with a Willard's daily, using a medium tip. I did more on a soft elkmaster tip as they don't hold shape as good

[@KarlBoyesPoolLife]

I learnt something because my tip has been on about 6 years lol

[@pool.universe]

Such a great person he is ❤❤ so humble, yet no mercy on the cloth. Best of luck in the rest of your career

[@KarlBoyesPoolLife]

So true!

[@millsbobster]

Karl, give us more than a couple of quick glimpses of the gear... we already know what FSR looks like.

[@KarlBoyesPoolLife]

👍🏼

[@veronicahawthorne3452]

Omg I loooooove what’s in the bag!! Your videos also showcase their personalities, which I also love! I had no idea Francisco was such a sweet man. Hard to read someone just watching them in matches! He seems so genuine and humble. Two traits I love. I also loved that he had little keepsakes/good luck charms from his family and the picture of him and his father brought a tear to my eye. 😢 How would be know these things about these people without videos like this? Now I’m a huge FSR fan! 🥰 I’d love for you to come out with a series just interviewing players for around 10-15 minutes or so, just about their lives in general, also about their career journeys. Sort of a “Get to know this player” type series. You’d be perfect for this, Karl! Your great, outgoing personality and voice is amongst the best! Please keep these great videos coming! Can’t get enough of them! ❤

[@KarlBoyesPoolLife]

I’ve pencilled that down 😜 thanks so much appreciate the ❤️

[@sethrotrials]

What a cool guy! And thanks for asking about tip hardness. 22oz playing cue?!?! What a baller. Can't wait to see more. Thanks again, Carl for the content and laughs!

[@KarlBoyesPoolLife]

No problem thanks for commenting and watching

[@doug8237]

Is it normal to be indecisive between cues? One day I like my revo and the next I like my 314. Is it coming to go through this?

[@KarlBoyesPoolLife]

Yeh I think so

[@doug8237]

@@KarlBoyesPoolLife you’ve had this issue?

[@Paul_Abbott_Landsraad_Project]

Lovely stuff Karl & FSR, dude has been on one hell of a run. Some good fortune along the way, but it is said you do make your own luck.

[@KarlBoyesPoolLife]

Thanks paul

[@doorsofperception772]

How did he get the ikon cue with the radial pin? It only comes with the uni loc quick release on the predator website

[@godjhaka7376]

You can get any joint on any cue, if you know the right person.

[@KarlBoyesPoolLife]

Sure he knows the right people to arrange it

[@wccl]

Lol

[@coreybleau5467]

Man that’s a special gift right there. Would love to have something of that importance.

[@iwanssw]

What is those white tube?

[@stefan-kz1ry]

Great player and a greater person. Ty to let us enjoy your play.

[@lance8410]

I always look forward to what's in the bag videos

[@KarlBoyesPoolLife]

Thanks

[@CueJunction]

Who's his cue repairman in Spain?

[@TapTapUrDone]

Great video and awesome player. My cue is the P3 + 11.8 REVO, and I play with the 12-inch extension on. I also have max weight, so 22oz. I use the same break cue at stock setup.

[@johntaggart5802]

Cool, I use a Predator Ikon 4-1 with a 11.8 revo with 4"extension full time. Weight 22 oz.

[@johnsteger]

FSR put this tournament into the bag, too. 💪

[@j.m.3752]

He is so cool. Really enjoy watching his pool journey to the top.

[@KarlBoyesPoolLife]

Thanks 😊

[@mouadskious9164]

Maan, I love this guy. Hope to meet him one day

[@Jus86]

@karlboyes7844 is 22oz playing cue with extension or without?

[@KarlBoyesPoolLife]

With

[@traviswilson4752]

Awesome video Karl I really enjoyed listening to this

[@KarlBoyesPoolLife]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@traviswilson4752]

@@KarlBoyesPoolLife can’t wait for the next one you do I’m sure you got a few players in mind to interview 👊🏻

[@dddreeeeeee]

lets do another one with the el ferrari since he changed to cuetec now 😂 cant wait

[@vantungdoan992]

why is ruiz ren's stick radial?

[@mikechek5352]

another great video from Karl.

[@KarlBoyesPoolLife]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@alancrigger7651]

that case is the urban i have the same one

[@suislump]

I would love FSRs glove! We use the same cue! Ikon 4-5 is the best 😅

[@Poolside_Chat]

I’ve asked Predator about getting one of their cues changed from Uniloc to Radial and they said they don’t do that. Well, his Icon comes in Uniloc sooooo.

[@suislump]

@@Poolside_Chat you have to get in touch with a reputable cue maker/repairer. Mine is Uniloc which I have no problems with, people are just dense and don’t know to give it a nice solid twist when you put it together. Predator will not change any of the pins on their cues. It has to be done by a 3rd party.

[@Poolside_Chat]

@@suislump absolutely. But for him, I guarantee Predator did it themselves. Either way, I love my 9K-3 and Uniloc isn’t an issue. When I go custom, radial all the way.

[@suislump]

@@Poolside_Chat I’m staying with Uniloc that way all my shafts are still interchangeable haha

[@meeperrxp]

where did FSR get the cue in Radial pin, they only offer it in Uniloc

[@KarlBoyesPoolLife]

I believe Seyberts Billiards in the US are specialists in adapted shafts 👍 give them a try. Let me know how you get on

[@KarlBoyesPoolLife]

seyberts.com/collections/predator-cues?filter.v.price.gte=&filter.v.price.lte=&filter.p.m.shafts.joint_style=Radial&sort_by=manual Try this 👆

[@meeperrxp]

Im not sure they do predator work anymore as ive already called them and said predator does their own repairs now @@KarlBoyesPoolLife

[@stephencurtis511]

Yes!!! I've been waiting for this one!

[@KarlBoyesPoolLife]

More to come!

[@briankemery2780]

Anyone have a link to the mushroom tool?

[@ИванРуденко-д4г]

What’s going on with his wrap?

[@Stellarffxi]

Dunno bout the best, but definitely top 3 or 5...! Guess you can't argue with results, but my pick for the best is Gorst...

[@deadballPaul]

Was that a kamui roku chalk? I thought he was using predator.

[@KarlBoyesPoolLife]

Yes

[@grumpygrandad1216]

Come on Karl we want to see their equipment not the player 😂😂

[@jeffhunter946]

thanks karl...was waiting on this one

[@KarlBoyesPoolLife]

Hope you enjoyed it!

[@vadimibragimov1661]

Nice Francisco!!! Tnx Karl for this awesome Videos !

[@KarlBoyesPoolLife]

Thanks

[@jamesdavis8731]

Brilliant player, the best in the world right now - and seems like a genuinely good guy.

[@KarlBoyesPoolLife]

Yes he is which makes it all the better

[@aeedin]

Such a humble guy both in winning and losing (which seems to be rare these days). You have to have a cold heart to not like this guy

[@nickmccaslin1]

So likeable. Vamos, FSR!

[@davekat4680]

Thank you once again Karl. Tough not to like this kid. He's a class act. Anyone catch that case brand ? Thx again...

[@KarlBoyesPoolLife]

Urban apparently

[@chefarj]

3:12 Spanish Bull Leather?

[@KarlBoyesPoolLife]

😂 hope not lol

[@sargentomor4019]

I was very curious about what pin he uses, and as I expect he uses radial pin.

[@DinoKintanar88]

Thanks for another good one. 👍

[@KarlBoyesPoolLife]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@BrickHouseBilliards]

Did you understand he was saying Zan - Hybrid Max Karl? Certainly took me a couple tries 😅 lol

[@KarlBoyesPoolLife]

Didn’t have a clue hahaha

[@BrickHouseBilliards]

@@KarlBoyesPoolLife lmao 🤣

[@RedTurboMr2]

I'll buy that FSR glove if it's available...

[@KarlBoyesPoolLife]

$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$

[@IRevealTheMagic]

Zan Hybrid Max is a very good tip.

[@raymondphillips7107]

Seems like a really good dude. 👍🏻

[@dabusiregar5218]

Bravo FSR..👏🏽

[@kelvinjohntumapang9569]

Cue stick giveaway?

[@dhan6965]

FSR always good vibes

[@albernererhelge]

Ssan Hibri Maks 😂 what a great way to say Zan Hybrid Max... Great tip btw! Soft on the edge, hard in the center.

[@KarlBoyesPoolLife]

Glad you understood hahaha

[@no1poolfan]

Such a nice guy.

[@wccl]

I was really hoping you would ask about the rumor that he's being asked to play the revo vs his favorite wood shaft everyone talks about. Seems comfortable with the revo but would have loved to here his take or see the reaction. Cool guy for sure.

[@pechinma]

that was filler. yes, kind of weird that filler would win a few tourneys with revo, change to z3 wood shaft and win just about everything with the z3, and then abandon it for the same spec revo he had before. but idk.

[@wccl]

@@pechinma yep, my bad.

[@KarlBoyesPoolLife]

Filler that not Fran 😀

[@suislump]

I finally figured out that he was saying he uses a Zan Hybrid Max tip. Some people swear its the best tip they've ever used.

[@shortydancer]

I’m a big fan of FSR. Wish him well. But where are the 10 shafts?!

[@KarlBoyesPoolLife]

😂

[@alpermertsk1688]

Wow, I really want that champ gloves now ahah

[@michaelgavin2843]

I wanna be a part of the raffle! I need that glove

[@masterdurick5667]

he is probably trying to say "Zan Hybrid Max" "oh I've not heard of that"

[@roniL2000]

22 oz playing cue 😳 wow that’s heavy

[@KarlBoyesPoolLife]

I know right 👀

[@kahat441]

Im playing 22oz now and I feel it's the perfect weight for me. It depends on ur feeling

[@neilio666666]

Seems like such a nice guy too

[@PalidicoVermingagurania]

He might be the happiest pool player ever- and I’ve known a lot of pool players

[@hungnguyenphankhanh3271]

Is he using a Kamui Athlete right now anyone know?

[@mattmatt12341]

What an awesome dude !

[@mitchellmayer6326]

What a class player 👏

[@indrairoth1001]

I always hate when he won, but after watch this, become his fan 😎

[@KarlBoyesPoolLife]

Good to hear, 👍🏼

[@tariboclaxton2123]

Karl please get Biado or Orcollo next 😼

[@KarlBoyesPoolLife]

That would be cool

[@waylandquiaoit3871]

His english looks good tbh

[@AliShooting]

What a great man 🎉

[@waheedabdul7688]

Premier League 2023 champ, you could have waited one day to say that Karl