For many people who enjoy billiards, when they think about purchasing their own table, they consider a traditional pool table. However, owning a bumper pool table may have more advantages.
Let’s look at a few reasons why purchasing a bumper pool table might make more sense than buying a traditional pool table. Bumper pool tables are smaller and lighter than traditional tables making them perfect for the person who has limited room. Bumper pool tables provide a quality pool shooting surface. In addition, bumper pool tables are lighter on the pocketbook and range in price from under four hundred dollars to over two thousand dollars. Some bumper pool tables are multi- functional because they can easily be converted to dining or poker tables.
Bumper pool tables have two pockets which are positioned at opposing ends. Each pocket is flanked by two bumpers. Traditionally there are 12 bumpers on a table, but some tables have as many as 14 or 16 bumpers. Bumper pool tables can also be found in the traditional rectangular shape of a rectangular pool table. In the center of a bumper pool table are bumpers that are in a plus shaped formation around the center of the table and spaced so that a ball can just fit past them.
When purchasing a bumper pool table, the type of materials such as the type of wood or veneer used as well as the size of the table will influence the price. Bumper pool tables range in size from 48 to 54 inches. Although bumper pool can be found in stores, a more varied selection can be found online. Consider trying this enjoyable billiards game and you might find yourself in the market for an economical billiards table that will provide you with hours of entertainment and fun.
August 5, 2009
Combination game tables may be the hardest to buy as there are many factors to consider. They are available in a wide range of brands, finishes, sizes, styles and game types. Many convert from dining tables to poker, backgammon, bumper pool and chess, while others may convert from air hockey to ping pong, foosball, shuffleboard, billiards, table tennis and bowling. Most 3 in 1 tables come in a variety of finishes, from durable solid wood to less expensive veneer, as well as a variety of sizes and shapes such as square, round and octagonal. 5, 6 and 7 in 1 tables are usually larger and rectangular in shape, offering a larger variety of games.
Bumper pool tables are found most often in octagonal and rectangular shapes and are generally smaller than a pool table, ranging from 48 to 54 inches. They are available in solid wood and veneer. Bumper pool tables are manufactured with two pockets, positioned at opposite ends, and generally contain 12 bumpers with larger tables containing up to 16. Bumper tables are perfect for consumers who enjoy playing pool but have limited space. Some of the game tables are multi-functional and can serve as a dining table or a poker table as well.
Choosing the right game table can be a bit challenging but worth the effort if you find the right fit for your family. Selecting reliable brands with sturdy materials can be a great investment and bring your family years of enjoyment and entertainment. Remember to take the time to research, compare and shop around so that you will be happy with your purchase for many years to come.
July 29, 2009
If you own a bumper pool table, you will surely need to replace the felt table lining at some point. Ordinary wear and tear, even from inconsistent or light use, can seriously alter both the appearance of the table itself and its functionality. Scuffs, knicks, cuts, and even inconsistencies in padding can have a dramatic effect on the performance of your bumper pool tables.
Continue July 27, 2009
Bumper pool is different than the regular game of pool. The regular game of pool is a popular game, and bumper pool is also gaining popularity. Even though they’re both a game of pool, they are altogether very different games.
Bumper pool tables are smaller than regular pool tables, as much as half the size. They are usually fifty four inches by thirty inches. But can come in different sizes as from forty eight inches by fifty four inches. So this pool table can be played in a much smaller living place than a regular pool table. Very convenient for the small space living areas. The dimensions of the table itself can come in a rectangular shape to an octagon shape. And like the regular pool table, it can have a green felt material as the surface. The bumper pool table only has two pockets compared to a regular pool table which has about six pockets.
A regular 7ft pool table doesn’t have bumpers added to it like the bumper pool tables does, and yes, you guessed it, that’s why they call it bumper pool. Regular pool tables give the balls the freedom to move all around the table, which bumper pool tables have about 12 bumpers, and sometimes up to 14 or 16 bumpers, to add as barriers, keeping the balls from easily sinking into the pockets. On a octagon table, there are pockets centered in each end of the table. That’s where the challenge comes in to the game of bumper pool. And the game has more players, may be made up of two teams of 2 to 3 players in each team, but can be played with only 2 players in the team as well. But like with other games, it seems to be more fun when there are more players, because the challenge level gets higher with each added player. For the game, it is played with five white balls and with five red balls. One ball is marked for each set in this game.
Bumper pool has a twist to the game and is really fun to play. The object of game is to sink all your balls into your opponents pockets, much like the game of football in offense. It’s fun to play with children, friends, family members, pretty much anyone. And a great thing about bumper pool is it’s not too difficult to play, but it is challenging enough to keep your interest. That’s why when most people play for the first time, like to play more and start to spread the word around that it’s a great game to learn. It can be kind of addicting, because it’s so much fun. With this game it’s great for parties and gains attention because more people can play at one time, and with more people, it’s more fun.
With bumper pool, it’s your choice to also change the bumper pool rules up a little bit if you choose. If you like gambling, you can choose to turn it into a gambling game, which is exciting. I do believe that this game will be gaining more attention and more popularity as time goes by. Most people have never heard of bumper pool before. Or might of heard of it but didn’t understand it, so they didn’t get interested with it and brushed it off. I do believe if you give it a try, you will be very pleasantly surprised. And with the people who have heard of it, and have played it, know that it’s one of those games that won’t go away anytime soon.
So if your looking for some kind of game than can be challenging and also something that can fit your into your small living area, bumper pool is a great game to try. The more you play, the more you will want to tell your friends and family about it. It’s fun, it’s challenging, and you can play the game with almost at any age.
July 24, 2009
Ever heard of bumper pool? No, it’s not some new fad or urban dictionary entry – it’s fun! Usually played on an octagonal table with a pocket centered on each end, bumper pool is a refreshing take on the classic billiards game we all know and love. Even though the game is most often played in France, it’s catching on fast in America and the rest of the world.
In order to get a grasp on bumper pool, it is important to take everything you know about regular pool and throw it out the window. First, you are no longer dealing with many different colored balls; there are five white and five red, with each set containing one marked ball. Generally, the size of the table is also much smaller than that of a regulation pool table. The majority of bumper pool tables contain 12 bumpers that surround the centered pocket on each end.
The best thing about bumper pool table is that it couldn’t be simpler to learn how to play. Each set of balls is set up next to it’s corresponding pocket with the marked ball directly in front of the pocket. The idea is for each player to shoot the marked ball with the goal of ending it up in the opponent’s pocket while banking it off of the right-hand cushion. Once the marked ball is sunk, the player moves on to the next in line. The object is to sink each and every ball in the opponent’s pocket; the first one to do so wins. What makes the game difficult is that the marked ball has to be sunk before he or she can move on to another ball. Many players have a hard time with this, especially if they get themselves in a hard spot with the marked ball.
As with regular pool, there are a few fouls to take note of. For instance, if your last ball is sunk in your opponent’s pocket, you will have to forfeit. The idea, however, is to have fun! It doesn’t matter in the end who wins as long as everyone has a good time.
July 23, 2009