Z-3: Our Most Accurate Spliced Maple Shaft

Reloaded with new technology, the third generation of Predators world renowned low deflection shafts feature a new front end construction, stronger high-tech materials, and even better game changing performance.

The Predator Z-3 pool cue shaft is our thinnest shaft with its 11.85 mm tip diameter. It allows for pin-point tip placement and has the lowest deflection among wooden pool cue shaft. It is our most accurate spliced Maple shaft and will give you extra spin with less effort. The Z-3’s high spin and pin-point accuracy make it a great choice for frequent intermediate or expert players who play 8-Ball on small tables, or low speed and high spin games like One Pocket and Banks.

Predator was awarded a patent for its innovative Vault Plate front-end construction: Patent # US9814963B2.

INCREASED
ACCURACY

MORE FORGIVING
Predators cutting-edge shaft technology reduces guesswork, making it easier to pocket more balls with confidence.
REMARKABLE LOW-DEFLECTION
The re-engineered front end is significantly stronger, lighter and more flexible, allowing the cue ball to push the shaft aside, reducing cue ball deflection.

EFFORTLESS
SPIN

HIGH VELOCITY ROTATION
Predators low deflection shafts consistently deliver increased rotation and accuracy through their unique combination of strength, stiffness, and mass.
MORE RUN-OUTS
Dance in circles around your opponent and position your cue ball effortlessly for a knockout victory.

CONSISTENCY
YOU CAN TRUST

EXCEPTIONAL QUALITY CONTROL
Each shaft is constructed with our patented iMatch process. Every single triangle is tested for optimal density, mass, and stiffness and paired to create the best 10-piece shaft possible for better consistency and playability.
HIGH GRADE NORTH AMERICAN MAPLE
Hand selected and kiln dried, only the best wood can make the cut to become a Predator shaft.