description Balkline 28.1 Overview
Balkline 28.1 is a carom-billiards discipline played on a pocketless table. Lines drawn 28 centimeters from each cushion divide the playing surface into balk spaces, and the 28.1 rule allows only one scoring carom while both object balls remain in the same space. A ball must then leave that space before another point can count, limiting repetitive scoring near a cushion and making the discipline relevant to competitive carom players.
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What is Balkline 28.1?
Balkline 28.1 is a pocketless carom-billiards discipline played with lines 28 centimeters from each cushion. The lines divide the table into balk spaces that restrict repeated scoring in the same area.
What does the 28.1 rule mean in balkline billiards?
The 28.1 rule allows only one scoring carom while both object balls remain in the same balk space. After that scoring shot, at least one ball must leave the space before another point can be scored there.
What equipment is used for Balkline 28.1?
The game uses a pocketless carom-billiards table and three balls: one cue ball for each player and two object balls. The playing surface is marked with lines 28 centimeters from the cushions.
How is Balkline 28.1 different from straight rail?
Straight rail allows repeated caroms in a small area, while Balkline 28.1 limits that pattern with marked balk spaces. The restriction forces players to move the balls around the table instead of scoring indefinitely in one corner.
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