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Rules Questions / Double hit on a single (possibly legal) spin

« Last post by cujo612 on March 05, 2025, 06:00:32 PM »

So I know the rule where it is allowed to rotate 360° before the hit and 360° after the hit. The situation we ran into was that someone just rips it, 360° hits the ball, the ball bounces off of the opponent, and on the subsequent rotation, hits the ball. So, 360°, hit, 360° hits again, and stops it 360° after that. The person that hit the ball does this in 1 motion.

They claim it’s legal because it’s 360° per hit. But there was 720° of rotation after the first hit

What would you rule?  Legal or not

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General Chat / Restoration Company needed in Arizona

« Last post by Jennydavis on March 05, 2025, 01:43:51 PM »

I have my dad's old single goalie, Deutscher-Meister foosball table that he bought from a bar in the 70's and would like to get it restored. Does anyone have any leads on a reputable company that could restore it for me? I'm in AZ but would be willing to drive it to nearby states.

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General Chat / Re: Foosball table clock

« Last post by The Philosopher on March 03, 2025, 10:44:25 PM »

Hey all, I recently came across a Tornado foosball table" clock " and I've never seen one before and couldn't find anyone else that's seen one either. I haven't yet figured out how to post any pics, I'll keep trying

               I would be interested in seeing clock I have a couple things with Tornado Fussball on them is it just the T or des it say fussball or foosball ? you could take picture with phone an text or email, I would like to see it                 
 The Philosopher

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All other Questions / Ball type and size for Patterson Foosball Match Table

« Last post by Snthms155 on February 25, 2025, 11:17:35 PM »

Hello all: I got my hands on a coin-op foosball match table, made in West Germany and imported by the American Youth Marketing Corporation. I'm m guessing late '60s. The table has a textured glass surface. The balls provided with the original table are clearly not the originals.

It's in pretty good shape -- but I've noticed that it can be a little hard to trap balls, etc. I suspect that's in part because the balls are hard -- not cork. So I ordered some Bonzini cork balls that are .35mm.

While I'm waiting for those to arrive, I'm wondering if anyone knows what the original balls would have been with this table?

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General Chat / Re: Q: which model, year is my foos?

« Last post by bolt115 on February 15, 2025, 08:29:34 AM »

Looks like "cherry"  T2000  ~20+ years old. Use keyword "cherry"  for search on this forum and you will find several posts regarding table.

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General Chat / Q: which model, year is my foos?

« Last post by SDO on February 14, 2025, 04:02:36 PM »

Looking to positively ID my foos model.   Photos with shot of serial included in this online album.  https://ibb.co/album/Q7pF67  Thank you for any help!   Regards,   SDO.

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General Chat / Harvard bushing removal

« Last post by scottcarlson204 on February 09, 2025, 01:34:15 PM »

Hey all! Thanks for having me in the group. I have always enjoyed bar games e.g. air hockey, darts, billiards, etc. but never really got in to foosball. Recently I turned my garage into a loungeish hangout place and have been looking to fill it with fun games. I picked up a Harvard G01960 at a local thrift store for $20. The play field is in great shape but it was missing the hardware for the legs and the exterior is not astheticall pleasing. I've taken most of it apart now to be able to resurface and paint the exterior but can't figure out how to remove the bushings. An advice would be greatly appreciated!

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General Chat / Grand Rapids Michigan Foos?

« Last post by trader1199 on January 31, 2025, 07:37:11 PM »

Hello. I played in 2008 and 2009 in South Florida and some big tournaments in KY and ATL. I'm looking to see if there are any groups that play in West Michigan area? Thank you.

John

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General Chat / Sullivan Rue - shot technique

« Last post by supertobi on January 26, 2025, 10:41:07 AM »

Hi everybody,

I've been playing foosball casually for a while, but I recently bought my own table to start practicing seriously. To decide which shot system to focus on ("Euro pin" vs. snake shot), I’ve been watching tons of YouTube videos, including footage from recent tournaments. I came across an incredible player, Sullivan Rue, who seems to be a top-tier foosball talent. Am I right in thinking she doesn’t use either the pin shot or the snake shot, but rather a "push shot," where the lateral movement starts with the ball positioned next to the player instead of under a front pin?

If that’s the case, can I assume it’s less about which specific shot system you master and more about being really proficient with at least one, combined with strong passing and overall technique?

I look forward to your comments!

Greetings from Germany
Tobi

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General Chat / Bonzini locations?

« Last post by crazy8 on January 14, 2025, 05:12:46 PM »

Hello, from a Tornado player contemplating retirement,
If I end up in Myrtle Beach, what some locations where there’s a table?  Is there a list.  Anything +/- two hours seems reasonable. 
Thank you,
Paul