If you're just starting table shuffleboard, it can be quite confusing. It's a good idea for beginners to learn the basics of the game before you begin playing. There are many variations of shuffleboard. Each game has its own rules. Crazy Eight, which is a harder version of the game than the regular version, can be included in these versions. It has a unique scoring system that gives points in different ways.
The first thing to know about table-shuffleboard is that each person only has one chance at scoring in a round. In most games, the winner is the player with 15 or more points. The remaining players can choose to shoot a second game. A player can also take a shot in the "hammer" shot, which is the final shot in a round.
Your first goal in a game of shuffleboard is to get your ball closest to the end. To do this, move the puck from one edge to the other. This will require you to slide the board along the edge. When you are ready for the shot, you should stand behind your opponent, not in front.
After your puck touches the ice, it's a good practice to push it towards the goal line. Once your puck is in the correct spot, you have two options: to move it forwards or backwards. You should keep your foot on the ground behind it.
Three scoring zones are available to players. Each zone is worth a different number of points. For example, the first zone will award one point per puck that is landed in its designated zone. The second zone is worth two points and the third gives you three. To score in the 3rd zone, the puck has to cross the line that divides the "2", "3" areas.
The last scoring area, located at the bottom of the table across from the foul line, is the one that crosses the middle. The foul line is a non-playable area. Also, the puck on the foul line is worth no points, unless it lands in the correct zone.
Pucks are numbered. If their puck is not on the line, players can inspect it by standing up above it. Players can also push their pucks to better scoring positions in order to increase their chances at winning.
Pucks come in eight sets and are weighted. They measure 2.33 inches in diameter. A regulation-sized puck weighs 12 ounces. Recreational pucks can weigh 11 to 15 pounds. The most common size for hockey is a smaller one, which is ideal for playing on small surfaces. However, larger pucks are great for larger surfaces.
Some of the more popular versions of shuffleboard are Knock Off, which can be played with four players. Crazy Eight, a version that is very similar to classic games is another popular option.