text: Cues are tapered sticks , typically about 58 inches ( 1.5 m ) long and 18 -- 21 ounces ( 510 -- 600 g ) .
simplified: Cues are fixed-up sticks , normally about 58 inches ( 1.5 m ) long and 18 â `` 21 ounces ( 510 â `` 600 g ) .