1.  When choosing the size of your pool cue, take your arm length into consideration. The longer your arms, the longer the pool cue. Most cues start at around 57” on up.
  
2. Some pool cue shafts are made of wood and wood can warp which causes the pool cue to bend slightly. Make sure your pool cue is perfectly straight after purchasing your pool cue. To do this, lay your cue on a flat surface and roll it around. If it is warped, you will see the pool cue wobble significantly. Another way to check is to hold the pool cue butt near your eye and look down the shaft, here if the stick is warped, you will see a slight curve in the wood.
 
3. The tip of your pool cue is the most important part. You can replace the tip after playing to figure out which tip is the right tip for you. If you put a lot of English (backspin) on the ball, it’s best to use a soft tip, which needs to be replaced more often due to wearing. A hard tip cue will give you more control and power.
  
4. Pool cues also come in different weights typically from 18oz to 21oz. This consideration depends on your comfort level. For example if you like a heavier cue use a 20oz or 21oz.
  
5. To help protect the longevity of your pool cue, purchase a separate cue for breaking since this puts the most stress on a cue.
  
6. Also to help protect your cue, use a cue case for transporting and for keeping out unwanted moisture since this is what causes a pool cue to warp.