{"product_id":"hathaway-billiard-triangle-rack-plastic","title":"Hathaway Billiard Triangle Rack - Plastic","description":"\u003c!-- GAME ROOM EMPIRE — Product Description — Billiard Triangle Rack Plastic (BG2542) --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__section\"\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"gre-desc__label\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"gre-desc__h2\"\u003eHathaway Billiard Triangle Rack \u003cem\u003ecomposite plastic, 12.25-in, smooth interior, fits any standard table.\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__grid gre-desc__body\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp\u003eA composite plastic triangle rack for 2.25-in billiard balls. Interior dimensions are sized for a tight 15-ball rack with minimal ball movement during positioning. The smooth molded plastic interior slides across billiard felt without catching fibers or leaving drag marks. Dimensions are 12.25 in L x 12.25 in W x 1.25 in H at 0.6 lb. Ships small parcel at 0.55 lb. No warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompatible with all standard pool tables using 2.25-in balls. Rated for ages 4 and up.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003chr class=\"gre-desc__rule\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__section\"\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"gre-desc__label\"\u003eConstruction\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"gre-desc__h2\"\u003eComposite plastic, smooth interior, 12.25-in, low felt drag.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__grid\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__body\"\u003e\n        \u003ch3 class=\"gre-desc__h3\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__num\"\u003e01\u003c\/span\u003eComposite Plastic Construction\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eComposite plastic resists the cracking and warping that affects cheaper single-material plastic racks under repeated use. A warped rack produces inconsistent ball positioning — the rack should hold all 15 balls in contact with each other for a tight break.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003ch3 class=\"gre-desc__h3\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__num\"\u003e02\u003c\/span\u003eSmooth Molded Interior\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eThe interior surface is smooth-molded without seams or flash. A smooth interior reduces the friction that causes balls to shift during rack placement, producing a tighter rack without manual repositioning of individual balls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003ch3 class=\"gre-desc__h3\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__num\"\u003e03\u003c\/span\u003e12.25-in Triangle — Sized for 2.25-in Balls\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eInternal dimensions are calibrated for 2.25-in regulation balls. Using this rack with smaller balls (1.5-in or 2-in from compact table sets) will produce a loose rack with ball gaps; the rack is sized specifically for standard regulation balls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__body\"\u003e\n        \u003ch3 class=\"gre-desc__h3\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__num\"\u003e04\u003c\/span\u003eLow Felt Drag\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eThe molded shape slides smoothly across billiard felt during positioning without the fiber-catching that occurs with rough-edged racks. Felt preservation during racking is relevant over the lifespan of a table — rough racking accelerates felt wear in the rack zone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003ch3 class=\"gre-desc__h3\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__num\"\u003e05\u003c\/span\u003e0.6 lb Weight\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eAt 0.6 lb, the rack is light enough to position precisely with one hand without dragging the felt surface under the balls during placement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n        \u003ch3 class=\"gre-desc__h3\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__num\"\u003e06\u003c\/span\u003eDurable for Long-Term Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\n        \u003cp\u003eComposite plastic racks outlast wood racks in humid game room environments where wood absorbs moisture and eventually warps. A warped rack cannot be corrected; the rack must be replaced when it no longer holds balls consistently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003chr class=\"gre-desc__rule\"\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__section\"\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"gre-desc__label\"\u003eBuyer's Guide\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"gre-desc__h2\"\u003ePlastic versus wood triangle racks \u003cem\u003edurability and rack tightness over time.\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__grid gre-desc__body\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp\u003eWood triangle racks are the traditional choice, but composite plastic racks have replaced them in commercial billiard environments for one reason: durability in humid conditions. Pool halls and game rooms with regular drink traffic expose racking triangles to moisture repeatedly. Wood absorbs moisture and eventually warps; a warped rack cannot produce a tight ball configuration. Composite plastic does not absorb moisture and maintains its shape indefinitely.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt $15.99, the Hathaway plastic rack is the low-cost practical choice over wood alternatives priced similarly or higher. The cost justification for a wood rack over plastic is aesthetic — wood has a traditional billiard aesthetic that plastic does not. If the rack is visible in your game room between games and aesthetics matter, a wood rack fits better. If the rack is stored in a drawer or cabinet between games and only appears during play, plastic is the durable practical choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__section gre-desc__section--alt\"\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"gre-desc__label\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"gre-desc__h2\"\u003eComplete specifications.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__spec-group\"\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"gre-desc__spec-group-label\"\u003eGeneral\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cul class=\"gre-desc__spec-list\"\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-key\"\u003eBrand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-val\"\u003eHathaway\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-key\"\u003eItem Number\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-val\"\u003eBG2542\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-key\"\u003eUPC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-val\"\u003e672875903238\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-key\"\u003eCountry of Origin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-val\"\u003eChina\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-key\"\u003eWarranty\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-val\"\u003eNo warranty\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-key\"\u003eAge Recommendation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-val\"\u003e4 and up\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__spec-group\"\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"gre-desc__spec-group-label\"\u003eProduct\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cul class=\"gre-desc__spec-list\"\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-key\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-val\"\u003e12.25 in L x 12.25 in W x 1.25 in H\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-key\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-val\"\u003e0.6 lb\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-key\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-val\"\u003eComposite Plastic — Black\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-key\"\u003eBall Compatibility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-val\"\u003e2.25-in regulation billiard balls\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__spec-group\"\u003e\n      \u003cp class=\"gre-desc__spec-group-label\"\u003eShipping\u003c\/p\u003e\n      \u003cul class=\"gre-desc__spec-list\"\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-key\"\u003eMethod\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-val\"\u003eSmall Parcel — 1 box, 0.55 lb\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n        \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-key\"\u003eCarton\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"gre-desc__spec-val\"\u003e13 in L x 11.97 in W x 1.65 in H\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n      \u003c\/ul\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__section\"\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"gre-desc__label\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/p\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"gre-desc__h2\"\u003eFrequently asked questions.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__faq\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gre-desc__faq-q\"\u003eWhat ball size does this rack fit?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gre-desc__faq-a\"\u003e2.25-in regulation billiard balls. Not sized for 1.5-in or 2-in compact table balls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gre-desc__faq-q\"\u003eWhy composite plastic instead of wood?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gre-desc__faq-a\"\u003eComposite plastic doesn't absorb moisture and won't warp — a warped rack cannot produce a tight ball configuration. Wood racks warp in humid game room environments over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gre-desc__faq-q\"\u003eIs a warranty included?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gre-desc__faq-a\"\u003eNo warranty is included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gre-desc__faq-q\"\u003eDoes this ship by freight or parcel?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gre-desc__faq-a\"\u003eSmall parcel — 0.55 lb.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gre-desc__faq-q\"\u003eIs this a 15-ball or 9-ball rack?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gre-desc__faq-a\"\u003e15-ball triangle rack — suitable for 8-ball racking. For 9-ball, a diamond rack is required (not included in this set).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"gre-desc__faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gre-desc__faq-q\"\u003eWill this scratch the pool table felt?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"gre-desc__faq-a\"\u003eThe smooth molded interior slides across billiard felt without catching fibers or leaving drag marks under normal racking use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!-- end .gre-desc --\u003e","brand":"Hathaway","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51856283042078,"sku":"BG2542","price":15.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0737\/9625\/6030\/files\/vub8yzvu4bsiur1lkcvu.jpg?v=1778884020","url":"https:\/\/gameroomempire.com\/products\/hathaway-billiard-triangle-rack-plastic","provider":"Game Room Empire","version":"1.0","type":"link"}