A loose break rack ruins 8-ball spreads before the cue tip ever touches the cue ball. The Viper Solid Hardwood Triangle Rack (SKU 27-0100, 11.6 × 11.6 × 1.25 in, 0.35 lb) uses rigid wood walls and reinforced corners to press regulation 2.25-inch pool balls into a tight pack.
Every specification below is verified directly against primary manufacturer documentation published by Viper (GLD Products) (reference: Official Manufacturer Specification Page).
Specification Field
Verified Manufacturer Value
Brand / Manufacturer
Viper (GLD Products)
Model Designation
Wood Triangle Ball Rack 27-0100
Manufacturer Sku
27-0100 (companion 9-ball rack SKU 27-0104)
Material
Solid hardwood with reinforced corners
Ball Compatibility
Regulation 2.25 in (2-1/4 in) billiard balls (15-ball triangle)
Dimensions
11.6 in L × 11.6 in W × 1.25 in H
Weight
0.35 lb
Companion 9Ball Dimensions
SKU 27-0104: 12.0 in L × 8.0 in W × 1.0 in H, 0.25 lb
Key Engineering & Setup Takeaways
Solid hardwood construction with reinforced corners resists the flexing and bowing common to thin plastic triangles.
Sized specifically to pack fifteen regulation 2.25-inch (2-1/4 in) pool balls into a tight break formation.
Measures 11.6 in × 11.6 in × 1.25 in and weighs 0.35 lb (GLD Products SKU 27-0100).
Pairs with the matching Viper Solid Hardwood 9-Ball Diamond Rack (SKU 27-0104, 12.0 in × 8.0 in × 1.0 in).
How It Compares to Alternatives in Racks & Training Accessories
Ball Diameter: 57.2 mm (2-1/4 in) regulation pool · Material: Genuine Belgian Aramith phenolic resin with embedded wear-resistant patterns · Pattern Design: 2-sided cue ball: beginner side + advanced player side designed by Jim Rempe
Formulation: Silicone-free liquid polish formulated by Saluc SA for phenolic billiard balls · Recommended Interval: After each game / regular maintenance to preserve luster and anti-static properties · Application Method: Shake bottle, apply drop to ball, rub well with microfiber cloth, buff dry by hand or rotary buffer
Brand: Aramith (Saluc SA) · Category: Racks & Training Accessories
Developed with Hall of Famer Jim Rempe and molded in Belgium from genuine 57.2 mm (2-1/4 in) Aramith phenolic resin, this two-sided training cue ball embeds beginner and advanced target rings under the surface and includes a 56-page manual with 13 shot diagrams.
Genuine 57.2 mm (2-1/4 in) Belgian Aramith phenolic cue ball with two distinct aiming rings embedded beneath the wear-resistant surface.
One face provides a wider beginner target pattern; rotating the ball reveals a finer advanced pattern for pinpoint tip placement.
Includes Jim Rempe's 56-page pocket-size instruction manual in English, French, and Spanish with 13 multi-variation shot diagrams.
Shows exact chalk mark contact after each stroke so players can diagnose unwanted side spin or crooked follow-through.
Best for: Beginners learning follow, stop, and draw as well as intermediate players refining English and next-shot cue ball shape.
Watch out for: Because the aiming rings sit beneath a clear phenolic surface layer, always clean chalk marks off with silicone-free ball cleaner rather than abrasive pads.
Brand: Casemaster (GLD Products) · Category: Cue Care & Maintenance
GLD Products' Casemaster Parallax Cue Case (SKU 51-0400-03) combines a water-repellent 600D Oxford fabric shell with custom-molded interior foam slots that secure one cue butt, one shaft, and a spare cube of chalk against impacts and humidity swings.
Tightly woven 600D Oxford polyester fabric repels moisture and resists abrasion during league travel or storage.
Form-fitting internal foam slots cradle one disassembled two-piece cue (1 butt and 1 shaft) so parts never clatter together.
Dedicated interior slot holds a spare chalk cube alongside the cue.
Slim profile with a rubber carry handle makes transporting a personal two-piece cue straightforward.
Best for: Players who own a two-piece cue (such as a 58-inch maple or fiberglass cue) and want padded, water-repellent storage for league nights or seasonal protection.
Watch out for: Holds a single disassembled two-piece cue (1 butt, 1 shaft); it cannot hold one-piece 57-inch house cues or extra break/jump shafts.
Household cleaners and silicone polishes destroy billiard cloth and cause unpredictable ball skids. Aramith Billiard Ball Cleaner is Saluc's dedicated silicone-free formula, engineered in Belgium to clean and polish phenolic balls after play while keeping their anti-static surface intact.
Strictly silicone-free formulation engineered by Saluc so balls never become slippery or deposit residue onto table cloth.
Removes chalk dust, hand oils, and friction marks while preserving phenolic surface gloss and anti-static behavior.
Works by hand with a microfiber cloth or inside an electric rotary ball-polishing bucket.
Pairs with Aramith Ball Restorer for stubborn burn spots and the Aramith Micro-Fiber Cloth (40,000 fibers/cm²) for routine buffing.
Best for: Every owner of phenolic or resin pool balls who wants to prevent chalk buildup, skids, and premature cloth wear without contaminating the table with household silicone sprays.
Watch out for: Never substitute automotive waxes or silicone furniture sprays on billiard balls—silicone ruins ball friction and permanently slicks worsted or woolen cloth.
Who is the Viper Solid Hardwood 8-Ball Triangle Rack best suited for?
Replacing the flexible plastic triangle bundled with most starter tables so fifteen 2-1/4-inch balls freeze tightly for clean break shots.
What is the main limitation to consider before choosing the Viper Solid Hardwood 8-Ball Triangle Rack?
Sized exclusively for 2.25-inch (57.2 mm) pool balls; 2-1/16-inch snooker balls and 2-7/16-inch carom balls will not fit properly.
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