Are you thinking about learning how to play shuffleboard? Congratulations! You’ve just made a great decision. Shuffleboard is a great game that’s perf...
Are you thinking about learning how to play shuffleboard? Congratulations! You’ve just made a great decision. Shuffleboard is a great game that’s perfect for when you have guests over or you’re just looking to relax with your family. Having a table for playing at home is ideal as you won’t have to go out to a bar to play and when you do go out to play,
you’ll benefit from all of your practice at home.
Before we talk about how to play this exciting game, you need to first learn how to choose the right table for your home. The one you choose will determine your playing experience. If you settle for a low quality option, you’ll probably end up hating the game because the shots just won’t go where they’re supposed to go.
Here are some basic features you need to examine when choosing a table.
The first thing you need is climate adjusters. These adjusters are designed to compensate for changes in the climate. See, as it gets warmer or colder, the wood changes. With these, you can keep the surface slightly concave like it should be, no matter what climate you’re in.
Of course, the quality of the playing surface is of the highest importance. Your table needs to be made of high quality wood. Ideally, it should be made of hard rock maple. This is the best wood for playing, and it has been used for more than 50 years on the finest selections from around the country. If you can’t find one of hard rock maple, look for Canadian soft maple or Russian birch. These are acceptable substitutes that create an exceptional playing experience, and they’re more affordable than the high quality maple.
The finish is also something worth looking at closely. Make sure your board comes with a high quality finish that’s guaranteed to last several years or even a lifetime. This ensures you won’t have to get it resurfaced any time soon, and it helps preserve a great playing surface for a long time to come.
If you’re going to cut corners on any part of your shuffleboard table, the cabinet is where you can do it. The cabinet doesn’t affect the playing experience. It’s really only about what you like aesthetically. So, if you’re looking to save money, you can choose a one with a lower-quality cabinet as you can still enjoy a great game.
As far as playing the game, it’s actually pretty easy. Each player has 4 pucks, and they take turns alternately, one puck at a time. Count up the points depending on which scoring zone the pucks are in, and end the game when someone reaches 11 points. You can play to any other number total if you and the other player so decide.
The great part about this game is that it’s perfect for people of all ages. You don’t have to be strong or exceptionally talented to join in on the fun. Kids and adults alike can compete against one another on an even playing field.
That’s why this game is so great for the home. You can get one for your garage or for the spare room in your home. Just make sure you follow all of the tips in this article so that you choose the right table for the best playing experience. Otherwise, you won’t have nearly as much fun playing if you choose a poorly-designed, cheap one.
Start enjoying shuffleboard today!
