Shooting the Ol’ Go Around

The Go Around is an advanced shuffleboard shot where the puck curves around another puck. This is an advanced technique that can make it more difficult for your opponent to outscore you or put you in a bad position. On the contrary, the go-around allows you to toss one more arsenal into your bag of tricks (cue the evil grin).

Before you begin, it’s a good idea to review the fundamentals of shooting a shuffleboard puck. Make sure that you have the basics down before you move on to the advanced techniques!
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Shuffleboard Terminology for Dummies

Shuffleboard is hip right now, so it’s time to get in-the-know on the lingo. For a beginner, or even a seasoned veteran, it can be hard catching up on all the latest terms and phrases. Stand around a shuffleboard table long enough and you’ll hear things like cross guard, carom, and go around. Scroll below to find a complete list of beginner and advanced level Shuffleboard Terminology.

Shuffleboard Glossary

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How to Adjust Shuffleboard Climatic Adjusters

Shuffleboard climatic adjusters maintain the correct shape of your table for optimal playing experience. A well-made shuffleboard table should have a slight concave. Climatic adjusters are installed to ensure that weights do not fall off the side of the board and into the gutter.

Climatic Adjuster

This post was made to teach you how to adjust shuffleboard climatic adjusters.

What are Shuffleboard Climatic Adjusters?

Due to changes in temperature and humidity levels, shuffleboard tables must be adjusted using climatic adjusters. Some boards come with them but you can also purchase climatic adjusters separately. Depending on the size of your shuffleboard table, you can expect to find anywhere between 4-6 climatic adjusters beneath your table. As you can imagine, a misaligned board can dramatically affect game speed and accuracy.

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How to Pick out the Right Shuffleboard Wax for the Job

Shuffleboard wax is categorized using a numeric speed rating system. A wax rating of 1 is the slowest while a rating of 3 will create a slick surface and faster playing speeds. Waxing your shuffleboard is essential to creating an ideal playing field. Although your shuffleboard table has a finish that is naturally smooth, playing without shuffleboard wax will wear out your table much quicker.

 Shuffleboard Powder Guide

Shuffleboard wax has been given many names. You may have heard it called shuffleboard powder, dust, sand, sawdust, salt, powder, silicone, etc. Those who are emotionally attached sprinkle on a magical pinch of fairy dust. Whatever you call it, shuffleboard wax will improve your game and help you look like you’ve played before. If you’re still a rookie, no problem. Start by reading these basic shuffleboard pointers so you don’t look like one!

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Bowling Shuffleboard – What is it and How Do You Play?

Shuffleboard bowling is a very simple game that is straight-forward and tons of fun. It’s less intensive than traditional bowling that may be a bit too strenuous for some ladies. Bowling shuffleboard is much easier but equally challenging, requiring more skill than pure brute strength.

Shuffleboard bowling will keep you interested while building strength, accuracy, and hand-eye coordination. Unlike traditional shuffleboard competitions, you can add as many players as you want. Bring on the party! You can print out the bowling scorecard below to keep track of the score and keep things from getting messy.
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Table Shuffleboard Tips: How to Look Like You’ve Done This Before

Whether you’re just beginning to pick up the game or you’re looking to take your shuffleboard skills to the next level, everyone can use a few pointers every now and then. Shuffleboard is a game of strategy, finesse, and pure guts. Table shuffleboard requires precise hand-eye coordination and a firm understanding of geometrical angles and the forces of physics.

Now let’s take back a step. Although some would say it has its own science, you can improve your game by doing a few simple things. Here are some table shuffleboard tips compliments of your friends at Shuffleboard.net!

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San Francisco’s Shuffleboard Renaissance

San Francisco has become the location of a storm that is brewing in the midst of a lively urban social scene. Many residents and Bar-goers may become familiar with long 22 foot waxed tables we call shuffleboards in the coming months as many enthusiasts have remarked that the time is right.

Although the shuffleboard has been most popular in Texas and Oklahoma, many are confident that the tides are beginning to turn with organized events like Heineken’s traveling shuffleboard tournament. This year, organizers brought the fun and games to several sold out bars in the city of Atlanta to a surprising turn out.

History of Shuffleboard

Shuffleboard became popular in the early 1940’s but interest began to wane in the 90’s. Yet and still, this short lived movement was able to raise a powerful and dedicated following of players who would attest to the games attraction. Fast forward to the new millennium, an aging generation of experienced shuffleboard players have noted the dire need of skilled players who are in their youth. Enter San Francisco’s Shuffleboard Renaissance.

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4 Ways Shuffleboard Tables Increase Workplace Productivity

Creating a positive and energizing workplace environment can prove to be the difference between success and mediocrity. Imagine entering the office with talented individuals who undoubtedly have the knowledge and skills that the company needs. But there’s one thing that’s missing. A team atmosphere that induces an infectious camaraderie amongst coworkers; bosses and employees alike. Along with the Team Building, here are 4 Ways Shuffleboard Tables Increase Workplace Productivity!

1. Building Rapport

Sitting at the desk that you have inevitably learned to call home, the day to day activities of work can become so filled that you may not even have the chance to truly engage and connect with your partners. Building a deeper understanding with work associates will benefit the company because coworkers will have a vested interest in helping others around them to succeed and attain both company and individual goals.
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How to build a Shuffleboard Table

Learn how to build a shuffleboard table on your own!  Making a shuffleboard table can get you that much closer to playing shuffleboard at your house. The process of making a shuffleboard table can be detail-oriented, so you need to take your time when taking on such a project.  It’s possible and Shuffleboard.net is going to show you how!

Guide to Buying Indoor Shuffleboard Tables

Before making a shuffleboard table you should find a room where you can put it and build it. Having adequate space and not being cramped is a great way to ensure you have a good time playing shuffleboard. If you are do it yourself kind of person and have the skills, you can make your own shuffleboard.
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