I've been playing Predator shafts for 20+ years, starting with the 314, 314-2 then the Z, then the Z-2, then a Predator Vantage shaft the past few years. It's quite stiff and yes I know it comes with a Victory soft tip, but no issues breaking, doubt it's ever going to get 'rubbery'. I'm going to add this here, as far as I know the fatigue life for carbon/epoxy/composite is exceptionally high so I have no problem breaking with it also. Meanwhile, the Revo has been knocked to the floor, banged against the rail, even let a partner use it while she was eating chicken and waffles! Zero damage and it's nice not worrying about it. I witnessed nothing abusive from him, but on it's very first day out it ended up with a decent dent near the joint, and another small ding in the middle of shaft. For example, I let my buddy shoot with the Valhalla while I played the Revo. I want to touch on everything I've read in this thread, but let me start with what I believe is the greatest benefit of the Revo highly resistant to damage! I'm sure it could get scratched or whatnot, but the typical stuff that will ding up a regular shaft doesn't faze the Revo at all. The replacement Valhalla arrived a couple weeks ago, so I've had a chance to play with both. Was not easy, but found a SP2REVO4 (maybe the last one stateside).

Started reading around and came across the Revo. Either way, had to send it back for warrenty. It arrived with a crack in the butt, possibly from temperature fluctuation during shipping, or super tiny knot in the wood. Ordered a Valhalla 241 because it looks identical to the house cues at my spot. Long story short, I told myself I don't deserve a cue until I can run out 3 racks in a row. Right off the break (pun?) I have to let you know a few things I've been playing for 30 years and this is my first cue! Less ability to compare, but can clearly sense the raw difference in play. Hi, this is my first post, and I'm excited to share my experience with the Revo.

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