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

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What's the best $100 Pool Cue in the World? Valhalla by Viking tops most peoples 'best $100 cue' list - but is it up to scratch? Let's find out!
AMAZON LINKS:
Viking Valhalla 100 Series Cue (no Wrap):
Amazon USA: amzn.to/4buyJyl
Amazon Canada: amzn.to/4bPqAUL
Amazon UK: amzn.to/3yHjEe3
Viking Valhalla 100 Series Cue (with Wrap):
Amazon USA: amzn.to/4buyXWd
Amazon Canada: amzn.to/3KeAuDS
Amazon UK: amzn.to/3WXrqdZ
All Viking Valhalla Cues:
Amazon USA: amzn.to/3Kgj89K
Amazon Canada: amzn.to/3R0o0n8
Amazon UK: amzn.to/4buyGTb
Aramith Tournament Black Pool Balls:
Amazon USA: amzn.to/3utmZZw
Amazon Canada: amzn.to/3nCt7e6
Amazon UK: amzn.to/3urBRaK
Aramith Tournament Pool Balls:
Amazon USA: amzn.to/3Ig0b4S
Amazon Canada: amzn.to/3aeNc7g
Aramith Tournament TV Pool Balls:
Amazon USA: amzn.to/3NKOF2A
Amazon Canada: amzn.to/3aeUQyi
Amazon UK: amzn.to/3yIRWeJ
Aramith Pro Cup Spotted Cue Ball:
Amazon USA: amzn.to/3SHokWP
Amazon Canada: amzn.to/3SFVCpt
Amazon UK: amzn.to/3PfBZBu
Master Chalk (12 Cubes):
Amazon USA: amzn.to/3LVCiSF
Amazon Canada: amzn.to/42z87rq
Amazon UK: amzn.to/3BmhvCY
LINKS FOR THIS POOL TABLE:
Olhausen Website: www.olhausenbilliards.com
This Table (Grand Champion III): www.olhausenbilliards.com/product/grand-champion-iii/
CHAPTERS:
0:00 Intro
0:30 About the Cue
3:11 Spec Check
6:09 Test 1: Straightness
7:37 Test 2: Performance
9:23 Play Testing
11:54 Performance Rating
15:42 Test 3: Features
19:27 Test 4: Quality
23:00 Test 5: Value
24:23 Average Joes Rating
25:07 Final Thoughts
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Пікірлер: 74

  • @AverageJoesPool
    @AverageJoesPoolАй бұрын

    Viking Valhalla 100 Series Cue (no Wrap): Amazon USA: amzn.to/4buyJyl Amazon Canada: amzn.to/4bPqAUL Amazon UK: amzn.to/3yHjEe3 Viking Valhalla 100 Series Cue (with Wrap): Amazon USA: amzn.to/4buyXWd Amazon Canada: amzn.to/3KeAuDS Amazon UK: amzn.to/3WXrqdZ All Viking Valhalla Cues: Amazon USA: amzn.to/3Kgj89K Amazon Canada: amzn.to/3R0o0n8 Amazon UK: amzn.to/4buyGTb Aramith Tournament Black Pool Balls: Amazon USA: amzn.to/3utmZZw Amazon Canada: amzn.to/3nCt7e6 Amazon UK: amzn.to/3urBRaK Aramith Tournament Pool Balls: Amazon USA: amzn.to/3Ig0b4S Amazon Canada: amzn.to/3aeNc7g Aramith Tournament TV Pool Balls: Amazon USA: amzn.to/3NKOF2A Amazon Canada: amzn.to/3aeUQyi Amazon UK: amzn.to/3yIRWeJ Aramith Pro Cup Spotted Cue Ball: Amazon USA: amzn.to/3SHokWP Amazon Canada: amzn.to/3SFVCpt Amazon UK: amzn.to/3PfBZBu Master Chalk (12 Cubes): Amazon USA: amzn.to/3LVCiSF Amazon Canada: amzn.to/42z87rq Amazon UK: amzn.to/3BmhvCY

  • @fedup7416
    @fedup7416Ай бұрын

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

  • @AverageJoesPool

    @AverageJoesPool

    Ай бұрын

    A fine choice 👍

  • @dougoverhoff7568

    @dougoverhoff7568

    16 күн бұрын

    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.

  • @ramensospicy2992
    @ramensospicy2992Ай бұрын

    hands down best cue reviewer on YT

  • @AverageJoesPool

    @AverageJoesPool

    Ай бұрын

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

  • @Hateful_8
    @Hateful_825 күн бұрын

    Nice starter cue. Thanks for the video!

  • @AverageJoesPool

    @AverageJoesPool

    22 күн бұрын

    Thanks for watching! 👍

  • @imerdervishoski3689
    @imerdervishoski368925 күн бұрын

    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

    @AverageJoesPool

    22 күн бұрын

    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! 👍

  • @danielpincus221
    @danielpincus2219 күн бұрын

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

  • @AverageJoesPool

    @AverageJoesPool

    9 күн бұрын

    Absolutely! 👍

  • @TBD340
    @TBD34018 күн бұрын

    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

    @AverageJoesPool

    15 күн бұрын

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

  • @tiendoan6417
    @tiendoan641726 күн бұрын

    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

    @AverageJoesPool

    22 күн бұрын

    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 👍

  • @alexr.9623
    @alexr.962327 күн бұрын

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

  • @AverageJoesPool

    @AverageJoesPool

    27 күн бұрын

    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

    @alexr.9623

    27 күн бұрын

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

  • @delvictor7570
    @delvictor75709 күн бұрын

    Great review.

  • @AverageJoesPool

    @AverageJoesPool

    4 күн бұрын

    Glad you enjoyed it 👍

  • @disturbedmaynard3873
    @disturbedmaynard387314 күн бұрын

    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

    @AverageJoesPool

    13 күн бұрын

    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 👍

  • @Warren_Flatt
    @Warren_FlattАй бұрын

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

  • @AverageJoesPool

    @AverageJoesPool

    Ай бұрын

    Glad you're enjoying your Valhalla 👍👍👍

  • @JKinLVN
    @JKinLVNАй бұрын

    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

    @AverageJoesPool

    Ай бұрын

    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!)

  • @JKinLVN

    @JKinLVN

    Ай бұрын

    @@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

    @tiendoan6417

    26 күн бұрын

    @@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….

  • @ficheye00
    @ficheye00Ай бұрын

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

  • @AverageJoesPool

    @AverageJoesPool

    Ай бұрын

    Great cue choice 👍

  • @FISHDINHO
    @FISHDINHO24 күн бұрын

    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

    @AverageJoesPool

    22 күн бұрын

    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

    @FISHDINHO

    21 күн бұрын

    @@AverageJoesPool Will do.

  • @brianvargas6958
    @brianvargas695819 күн бұрын

    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

    @AverageJoesPool

    18 күн бұрын

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

  • @Csharpflat5
    @Csharpflat5Ай бұрын

    True ❤😊

  • @AverageJoesPool

    @AverageJoesPool

    Ай бұрын

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

  • @billtube55
    @billtube5511 күн бұрын

    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

    @AverageJoesPool

    10 күн бұрын

    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 👍

  • @erynugraha9676
    @erynugraha967617 күн бұрын

    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

    @AverageJoesPool

    15 күн бұрын

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

  • @ERDG516
    @ERDG51620 күн бұрын

    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

    @AverageJoesPool

    18 күн бұрын

    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

    @ERDG516

    13 күн бұрын

    @@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?

  • @jeodejoya8345
    @jeodejoya8345Ай бұрын

    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

    @AverageJoesPool

    Ай бұрын

    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!

  • @clayxsd
    @clayxsd20 күн бұрын

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

  • @AverageJoesPool

    @AverageJoesPool

    19 күн бұрын

    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

    @clayxsd

    19 күн бұрын

    @@AverageJoesPool Thanks!

  • @Baltihunter
    @Baltihunter12 күн бұрын

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

  • @AverageJoesPool

    @AverageJoesPool

    12 күн бұрын

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

  • @Baltihunter

    @Baltihunter

    12 күн бұрын

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

  • @jimo3173
    @jimo317319 күн бұрын

    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

    @AverageJoesPool

    18 күн бұрын

    Thanks for sharing your experiences! 👍👍

  • @whyzzman
    @whyzzman14 күн бұрын

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

  • @AverageJoesPool

    @AverageJoesPool

    12 күн бұрын

    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

    @whyzzman

    12 күн бұрын

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

  • @cjh4427
    @cjh4427Ай бұрын

    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

    @tiendoan6417

    26 күн бұрын

    No different just design

  • @Hateful_8

    @Hateful_8

    25 күн бұрын

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

  • @cjh4427

    @cjh4427

    25 күн бұрын

    @@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?

  • @cosmingalpoker4599
    @cosmingalpoker4599Ай бұрын

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

  • @AverageJoesPool

    @AverageJoesPool

    Ай бұрын

    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

    @cosmingalpoker4599

    Ай бұрын

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

  • @1911FanBoi
    @1911FanBoi17 күн бұрын

    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

    @thedevilinthecircuit1414

    16 күн бұрын

    Make a comparison video!

  • @AverageJoesPool

    @AverageJoesPool

    15 күн бұрын

    Thanks for sharing your experiences 👍👍

  • @Baltihunter
    @Baltihunter12 күн бұрын

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

  • @AverageJoesPool

    @AverageJoesPool

    12 күн бұрын

    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! 👍

  • @joshuavanwhy6767
    @joshuavanwhy676718 күн бұрын

    The color brown is technically orange

  • @AverageJoesPool

    @AverageJoesPool

    15 күн бұрын

    Good to know 🙃

  • @tiendoan6417
    @tiendoan641714 күн бұрын

    When are you dropping lucky cue review man? 🥲

  • @AverageJoesPool

    @AverageJoesPool

    13 күн бұрын

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

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