Okay, so I finally caved and tried Predator chalk after using the same old brand for years. First impression? The blue actually matches our rec center's new table cloth - no more embarrassing chalk stains everywhere!

Played for 3 hours straight and wow... the spin control is insane. I'm hitting shots I normally miss, and zero miscues? At my age (77!), that's saying something. The chalk just sticks to the tip like glue.

Yes it's pricier than Masters, but come on - it's like $2 per cube. For how long it lasts and how much better I'm playing? Absolute steal. My only tiny complaint is it can be a bit messy, but what good chalk isn't?

Pro tip: Works equally well on both leather and phenolic tips. Five pieces will last me forever at this rate. 10/10 would chalk again.