CTA Pool Stick

The CTA Pool Stick for Nintendo Wii is a very interesting accessory. If this product was available when I was a youngster, I may have not spent the first few years when I turned 21 getting hustled at the bar, in pool at least.

The pool stick is an attachment with a slot in the handle to fit the remote facing down. The stick is 26-1/2 inches long and comes packaged in four pieces. The end of the item is rubber tipped to prevent accidental poking or damage. The consumer doesn’t have to worry about their felt getting ripped up anymore! Games can be played for hours as the lightweight stick tips the scales at fewer than 2 pounds. Ideal games for this accessory include Party Pool and Wii Tournament Pool. The overall pricing of the stick ranges in the $13 to $20 range.

Some reviewers have had problems with the sensor not reading the stick at the right level. A suggestion would be to place a small card table where the game is going to be played to serve as a “pool table” and adjust the sensor accordingly. The sensor issues could also be due to the shot not being straight. The controller and infrared sensor are in the back of the stick so an angled shot may cause problems. Overall, it’s worth a purchase at $13, the consumer can spend all night trying to get the sensor to work and if it doesn’t, it’s still cheaper than getting hustled at the local pub.