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  • čas pƙidĂĄn 31. 07. 2024
  • You asked for it PoolFans and here it is !
    WHATS IN THE BAG with SHANE VAN BOENING !
    Take a look at what Shane uses whilst on tour !
    Amazing how many shafts he carries with him !
    Also big shout out to SVB for filming this right after defeat !
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  • @rephomeimprove
    @rephomeimprove Pƙed 2 lety +232

    How could anyone not love SVB!? SVB is the most down to earth and humble guy.

    • @zanethind
      @zanethind Pƙed rokem +9

      He's basically Efren

    • @johnramsey2480
      @johnramsey2480 Pƙed rokem +10

      I met Shane before. HE truly is an absolute GENTLEMAN from my experience. Darren Appleton, Alex Pagulayan, Dennis Orcullo and ALL of the Phillipines Players have ALL been absolute Gentleman in my experiences!!!❀❀

    • @allgf
      @allgf Pƙed rokem +2

      Best player the last 12 yrs

    • @DanielCreed
      @DanielCreed Pƙed 7 měsĂ­ci

      I agree

    • @waheedafolabi6929
      @waheedafolabi6929 Pƙed 7 měsĂ­ci

      I couldn’t find a reason either
 I love ❀ the guy! SVB

  • @JoshStodola
    @JoshStodola Pƙed 2 lety +108

    Top man for mentioning he did this after losing, it really does help solidify what a class act SVB is!

  • @kwalitykarl2376
    @kwalitykarl2376 Pƙed 2 lety +200

    Great video Karl! I think it was great that you put the note in at the end that this was recorded right after he lost. It shows the type of character Shane is. A lot of pool players, after they lose, won’t even talk to anyone let alone do a video. Great guy and great ambassador. And Karl you are good too! Haha

    • @wanderpoltv4990
      @wanderpoltv4990 Pƙed rokem +3

      Earl Strickland is the best example of a hard loser player.

  • @cst369
    @cst369 Pƙed 2 lety +71

    Thank you SVB to take your time after a loss to show us Fans your Bag. Great Guy Shane

  • @residuevideos
    @residuevideos Pƙed 2 lety +11

    GOAT pro plays with master chalk. This tells a lot.

  • @Blessed.2.Teach.4God
    @Blessed.2.Teach.4God Pƙed 2 lety +71

    Just love Shane, such a freakin genuine guy... and a true purist of the game, with monster passion & sick talent.

    • @chrisp.9172
      @chrisp.9172 Pƙed rokem

      He came in my local pool hall, played on of our better local players, $100 sets, as just sort of exhibition! Really cool to do that! And to witness that break, in person, sitting 4 ft. Away,(10 ball) was really something to behold

    • @Blessed.2.Teach.4God
      @Blessed.2.Teach.4God Pƙed rokem

      @@chrisp.9172 Wow, awesome story bro, thank you for sharing.

    • @chrisp.9172
      @chrisp.9172 Pƙed rokem

      @@Blessed.2.Teach.4God 👍👍 We've had quite a few top players come through, Mika, Appleton, Allison, Rodney, by far Rodney and Shane, and John Schmidt, were the most courteous, Went to the bar next door had drinks with Justin Bergman, who's just a riot! â™„ïžđŸ™đŸ‡ș🇾

    • @chrisp.9172
      @chrisp.9172 Pƙed rokem

      @@Blessed.2.Teach.4God 👈👈👍👍 Always something to learn!đŸ™âœïž

    • @Blessed.2.Teach.4God
      @Blessed.2.Teach.4God Pƙed rokem

      @@chrisp.9172
      Yeah absolutely... coming to earth is like going to school for the soul.

  • @gpayneinc
    @gpayneinc Pƙed 2 lety +15

    Finally! Because of Earl. Best respecting one of the greats. He has obviously joined that league but it’s admirable to know to give credit where it is due.

    • @jmikefitness
      @jmikefitness Pƙed 2 lety +4

      He loves Earl
 he always show respect.. Earl does the same.

  • @imranramjewan6470
    @imranramjewan6470 Pƙed 2 lety +27

    SVB is such a genuine and humble guy. You can just look at him and see the love and passion he have for this game. Great ambassador for the sport and best role model for any player to emulate.

    • @PostUp_Time
      @PostUp_Time Pƙed rokem

      YEAH LETS ALL JUMP UP ON POOL TABLES, THEN GRUNT AND BANG YOUR CHEST LIKE A CAVEMAN.. THEN CONTINUE UP AND DOWN WALKING ON TOP OF THE POOL TABLE. YEAH GREAT AMBASSADOR FOR THE SPORT. OR WHEN HE ROLLS ON HIS BACK ON THE TABLE WITH FEET IN THE AIR, TOTAL AHOLE

    • @rolada1335
      @rolada1335 Pƙed rokem

      @@PostUp_Time Imagine being so obsessed with one guy.I love carbon fiber shafts and jump cues theyre the best i hope you like them too.

  • @WSrunna15
    @WSrunna15 Pƙed 2 lety +71

    If this is his pool gear, I can't imagine what his fishing gear is like.. that would be something to see too. 😂

  • @naincarmona
    @naincarmona Pƙed 2 lety +16

    Yes SVB !!! The GOAT 🐐

  • @davebedwell4323
    @davebedwell4323 Pƙed 2 lety +2

    Love it! What a fun video! Need more of these from other players. Thanks Karl!

  • @mariospapaioannou
    @mariospapaioannou Pƙed 2 lety +22

    I've been waiting for this moment and it finally came đŸ€© thanks Karl for making this video's

  • @RandomGaming-qx7he
    @RandomGaming-qx7he Pƙed 2 lety +6

    Karl we love those whats in the bag videos!! Would be great if u could also ask about how they take care of their equipment maybe? And also if they use soft/ medium...etc tips and how that makes their game different. Big ups, love your content Karl!!

  • @soulmusic775
    @soulmusic775 Pƙed rokem +6

    Shane is not only a legend but such a likeable and great guy. Respect to the man himself.

  • @jonathonschott
    @jonathonschott Pƙed 2 lety +5

    I definitely got the sense of some 'oh yeah, that's in there' from him. A world champion being human, who'd a thunk it. Awesome. I've always respected his skill but this is the first interview of any type I've seen of him and just from that little bit I can tell he is such a chill laid back guy. Shane, I'm now a fan.

  • @riddler2468oasis
    @riddler2468oasis Pƙed 2 lety +51

    Karl, thanks for this! Been waiting for it for so long! The South Dakota Kid is really like a kid. Look at his smile when he opens the bag and pulls all the shafts and stuff out. You can see how much he loves the game and his equipment. At least I myself feel it this way. SVB is a really nice and genuine person. Karl if you don't make a note, we can't tell he's just lost the game lol Nice one Karl, keep it going :)

    • @breakshot7451
      @breakshot7451 Pƙed rokem

      funny, tried so many but master chalk is the one.;)) makes the right sound when you chalk;))

    • @jbuzzo1
      @jbuzzo1 Pƙed 3 měsĂ­ci

      I totally agree... His excitement is contagious, I want to go practice right now!

  • @AndyGallagher86
    @AndyGallagher86 Pƙed 2 lety +1

    Hey my man. Lovely video yet again. And this time it's with the G.O.A.T. SVB is just an incredible/amazing guy and you can see his face with it all. And even losing his semi final (nice wee note at the end karl) he still do the video just goes to show you why SVB is a class man. He could open a shop with all them shafts lol. #MuchLove my man. Bring on the #WorldCupOfPool #HeyPoolFans #PoolLife đŸ’›đŸ€đŸ»

  • @Omnihil777
    @Omnihil777 Pƙed 2 lety +3

    You know what I love? I love seeing his interactions, his humor with other people now. Few years ago I saw him not asking what he didn't understand or just beeing very quiet, not more! Just not caring, and that's cool. He's just doing his thing, unbiased by his hearing impairment. And that's just beautiful. He's such a great player, a role model for so many kids (and grown-ups) and a really nice person. I had the opportunity to meet him briefly a few years ago here in the Netherlands. I really like him, he was really long there for his (european) fans, giving autographs and talking to everybody. Plus: He did some unbelievable shots in the exhibition back then. SVB's just a cool guy in my book.

  • @dominicfrabotta565
    @dominicfrabotta565 Pƙed rokem +2

    I have to say, one, SVB class act, bust most knew this already. Two, the way you commentate, and conduct interviews now a days top notch dude. Keep it up. I feel sad if I don't hear you in the booth while watching. Just your knowledge, your calming voice, something too it. I hope to meet you in person one day to properly thank you with a Pint.

  • @evanj6846
    @evanj6846 Pƙed 2 lety +4

    I LOVE these WHATS IN THE BAG videos! They show you everything. And it's just so cool to see these pros' equipment spread out and talked about. Very nice idea and good execution.

  • @the1hitwanderer
    @the1hitwanderer Pƙed rokem +1

    Shane seems so cool=a wealth of info and under-interviewed. im so surprised more players dont play with extention still. Nice Karl! if you can ever get him to talk about his break that would be so fascinating and I'm sure he'd be willing. Thanks again for great content KB:)

  • @rad0947
    @rad0947 Pƙed 2 lety +6

    omg Karl you getting backstage passes is awesome! I wanna thank you for this and yea his fishing bag probably is a similar set up haha with all the poles he has and stuff. I do have the white cue with the white extension and it’s changed my life I feel so confident with my game now.Shane is so humble and feels honored that Cuetec sponsors him and he has all this nice stuff. Also Karl your one of my favorite commentators

  • @kobelloyd6534
    @kobelloyd6534 Pƙed 2 lety +1

    Thank you so much Karl. I’ve been waiting for this video forever. Keep up the good work👊

  • @ryanlaws9602
    @ryanlaws9602 Pƙed 2 lety +2

    Thank for doing this video I have always wondered what SVB had in the bag. LETS GO SHANE!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @adirtysock9720
    @adirtysock9720 Pƙed 2 lety

    What a class act! Thank you for the awesome video Karl!

  • @jeffbassplays
    @jeffbassplays Pƙed 2 lety +2

    I haven't clicked so fast on a video in a LONG time, thank you thank you THANK you Karl! SVB is the greatest!

  • @hazy-
    @hazy- Pƙed 2 měsĂ­ci

    Thank you for making this video. It's great to see another example of what a class act Shane is and also get a look into his equipment.

  • @ronsk8rr
    @ronsk8rr Pƙed 2 lety +6

    Love these "what's in the bag" videos! Keep them coming please.

  • @njortilla
    @njortilla Pƙed 2 lety +18

    Finally! Thank you Karl for giving us some great content!

  • @joshcserep8811
    @joshcserep8811 Pƙed 2 lety +21

    Think about that they make 25 dollar individual chalk pieces that are “supposed to help you be better” an the world champion plays with damn masters chalk gotta love him

  • @kamilhusain1135
    @kamilhusain1135 Pƙed 2 lety +11

    I could watch this over and over! What an amazing person shane is . Thanks karl

  • @lindtltaylor6809
    @lindtltaylor6809 Pƙed rokem +1

    karl thank you for bringing in whats in your case back again..i enjoyed them back when sam diep used to do it and now you..i greatly appreciate your vids..

  • @traviswilson4752
    @traviswilson4752 Pƙed 2 lety +2

    Totally worth the wait on this one keep them coming đŸ‘ŠđŸ»đŸ‘ŠđŸ»

  • @davidparker8475
    @davidparker8475 Pƙed 2 lety

    Enjoyed listening to Shane. Karl, you should know how much I enjoy your interviews too!

  • @ranrefael
    @ranrefael Pƙed 2 lety +5

    Thank you. Great video Karl! would you ever shoot a video with what you had in the bag when you played professionally? That would be sick to watch, I have a feeling you carried much less weight than Shane does

  • @thebreadman1346
    @thebreadman1346 Pƙed 2 lety +6

    Gotta love the masters chalk

  • @chrismcmanus313
    @chrismcmanus313 Pƙed 2 lety +3

    Great job Karl. You're getting better at this with every video you do.

  • @gwn860
    @gwn860 Pƙed 2 lety +1

    Nice one Karl. Shane as always very humble. Now that I have Cynergy shaft envy I'll need to start ordering, lol.

  • @ethanletzer3507
    @ethanletzer3507 Pƙed 2 lety +3

    Karl my man!!! Thank you so much for interviewing SVB!! It blew my mind when Shane said he uses HOW tips.....fricken a man lol. Good on ya mate 😁👍👍

  • @user-fp2kh6kn3z
    @user-fp2kh6kn3z Pƙed 2 lety +14

    This is a man that's prepared for anything!

  • @thebullet3464
    @thebullet3464 Pƙed 2 lety +1

    Crazy how many shafts he carries. Thanks for doing this karl

  • @corn-holio239
    @corn-holio239 Pƙed 2 lety +2

    Humble & Down to earth . that's why i like him . a true champ.

  • @chuckn.1367
    @chuckn.1367 Pƙed 2 lety +45

    Shane seems like a genuinely nice guy. Id really love to meet him. The man's got about four or five grand just in shafts in that bag!

    • @xbriskx
      @xbriskx Pƙed 2 lety

      Well he loves to murder fish

    • @murahk123
      @murahk123 Pƙed 2 lety +3

      Yeah but he gets them all for free

    • @kamilhusain1135
      @kamilhusain1135 Pƙed 2 lety +7

      @@murahk123 that's his reward for demonstrating to the public just how great cuetec cues are.

    • @Robert-gb1dr
      @Robert-gb1dr Pƙed 2 lety +2

      I've got the cynergy 12.5. 10 shafts costs 4000 at 400 bucks per shaft. Lol

    • @nuggers23
      @nuggers23 Pƙed 2 lety

      That's why we all love him so much

  • @WechaiMoua-ww3jw
    @WechaiMoua-ww3jw Pƙed 11 měsĂ­ci

    Wow....Great job for you shane. Thanks for telling us of what you are playing with. I'm going to try whatever you playing with now.

  • @mccuishns
    @mccuishns Pƙed 2 lety +14

    Love his playing and how can you beat that attitude especially after a semi-final loss. That’s a mindset to aspire to, great for the sport.

    • @KarlBoyesPoolLife
      @KarlBoyesPoolLife  Pƙed 2 lety +5

      Yes he was amazing didn’t even flinch

    • @Blessed.2.Teach.4God
      @Blessed.2.Teach.4God Pƙed 2 lety

      @@KarlBoyesPoolLife
      Karl where do you rank SVB in your list all-time best/most talented players... top 5, top 10?

    • @yimingchen4813
      @yimingchen4813 Pƙed 2 lety

      @@Blessed.2.Teach.4God Top1 Karl said that in previous video.

    • @yimingchen4813
      @yimingchen4813 Pƙed 2 lety

      @@Blessed.2.Teach.4God while most talented might not be, but definitely all time best

    • @Blessed.2.Teach.4God
      @Blessed.2.Teach.4God Pƙed 2 lety

      @@yimingchen4813
      Thanks, I didn't watch that video.
      How is someone the best, but not most talented in your opinion, just curious.

  • @VintageGold
    @VintageGold Pƙed 2 lety

    I don't even play pool... and now I want all of this stuff! Great video!

  • @scottlong3453
    @scottlong3453 Pƙed 2 lety +2

    Awesome keep them coming and thank you

  • @hanisnandasastia8719
    @hanisnandasastia8719 Pƙed 2 lety +1

    Finally thanks carl , so long wait for this content😭

  • @jojohn3713
    @jojohn3713 Pƙed 2 lety +1

    This is just a Good Guy--a Delight-Great to see.

  • @hmadalhamd3187
    @hmadalhamd3187 Pƙed 2 lety +1

    Thanks for asking him for details, useful interview

  • @jeffsatterthwaite3167
    @jeffsatterthwaite3167 Pƙed rokem +1

    Something about Shane is so endearing. A fantastic player as well.

  • @jasonparker6138
    @jasonparker6138 Pƙed 2 lety +1

    Shane is a solid guy. Thanks for the vid, Karl!

  • @seamusmcfadden994
    @seamusmcfadden994 Pƙed 2 lety +3

    Shane is THE absolute f'n man! Affable is a complete understatement.
    Such a great guy!
    I've met him a few times. He signed a picture that still hangs in my basement.
    He'll only get even more fans after this video.

  • @torqueua
    @torqueua Pƙed 2 lety +4

    Nice movie! Shane is very nice person.I always rooting for him!
    Karl! why don't you play anymore ?

  • @silwan6784
    @silwan6784 Pƙed 2 lety +1

    Good job Karl. You and Jeremy are the best in my opinion.

  • @andrewhoeft2710
    @andrewhoeft2710 Pƙed 2 lety +6

    Look at ol Karl.... giving us exactly what we've all been asking for👍. Just outstanding.... thanks man!

  • @aaronbriley28
    @aaronbriley28 Pƙed 2 lety

    so happy to see he folds up the template racks too. so great to have those in the bag.

  • @robertreese2600
    @robertreese2600 Pƙed 2 lety +1

    Very relaxed. I've said it before, nice to see him smile.

  • @jadezee6316
    @jadezee6316 Pƙed rokem +2

    very sweet man humble and very self-conscious of his hearing issues which you see the interviewer picking up on almost immediately....the reason for his speech is the fact that he couldn't hear the words pronounced as a youngster....plus as you see he still relies on lip-reading to assist his hearing....

  • @andrelavoie8410
    @andrelavoie8410 Pƙed 2 lety +1

    Shane is a cool dude. Thanks for sharing.

  • @jasonprice9292
    @jasonprice9292 Pƙed 2 lety +19

    Snap three shafts on the road ya better have a fourth with ya đŸ’Ș

  • @gman5051
    @gman5051 Pƙed 2 lety +2

    I was waiting for Shane to pull a rabbit out his case 😂 thanks for the video Karl and Shane

  • @leog9844
    @leog9844 Pƙed rokem

    Shane is a awsome person, got the pleasure to talked to him. Good people in and out 😊😊😊

  • @farshidrahmani6262
    @farshidrahmani6262 Pƙed 2 lety +1

    Wow, that’s a man with a full arsenal, ready for any action. đŸ‘đŸŒ

  • @bensutherland1076
    @bensutherland1076 Pƙed 2 lety +5

    Thanks for the video Karl! SVB’s cue with his extension is 64” and about 24.5oz.

    • @simbaworld1978
      @simbaworld1978 Pƙed rokem

      Oh so without the extension it's the 21oz. pretty heavy....with extension 24,5oz.

  • @ahowell95
    @ahowell95 Pƙed 2 lety

    Just such a kind and amazing person.

  • @travislogsdon8691
    @travislogsdon8691 Pƙed 2 lety

    Great interview he’s one of my favorites for sure

  • @geraldjohnson8586
    @geraldjohnson8586 Pƙed 2 lety +2

    You have the best content Karl đŸ”„đŸ”„đŸ”„

  • @dakotajoseph45
    @dakotajoseph45 Pƙed rokem

    Shame is so amazing ! I’ve recently become a fan of pro pool and he’s definitely my favorite ! I wish there was a pool video game like madden but with all the great pool players

  • @SaulDamascus
    @SaulDamascus Pƙed 9 měsĂ­ci +1

    Simply amazing pool player!
    His break is one of the best if not the best of all time!

  • @vincentgolden5352
    @vincentgolden5352 Pƙed 2 lety +2

    Thanks Karl great video he is a great fella a true champion even tho he lost still a great attitude.

  • @IcedDragon420
    @IcedDragon420 Pƙed 2 lety

    He's such a nice guy. Seemed happy to show off his cuetec collection. Would be cool to meet and shoot a few racks one day! Truly an idol

  • @saltymouse1813
    @saltymouse1813 Pƙed 2 lety +1

    Thanks for bringing this to us.

  • @tomgodzik8157
    @tomgodzik8157 Pƙed rokem +1

    Thank You Shane Van Boening for showing us on what's in the bag. Good luck with the rest of your career 👍 😊. Many more wins will be great. Thanks

  • @Lauranyyfan
    @Lauranyyfan Pƙed 2 lety +1

    I love SVB!! What a class act!!

  • @yousseffakhreddine2491
    @yousseffakhreddine2491 Pƙed 6 měsĂ­ci

    What a man! A great human! ❀

  • @nobodyspecial6436
    @nobodyspecial6436 Pƙed 2 lety +1

    Probably the hardest working player in the game
 If he’s not playing or sleeping he’s practicing
. Love to watch him play.

  • @beercanbrian1880
    @beercanbrian1880 Pƙed 2 lety +1

    I've got one shaft.......whoops! Wrong social media platform. Seriously, love these what's in the bag videos. Lets you know the pros are regular Joe's like the rest of us who happen to be great pool players.

  • @BissoCueSports
    @BissoCueSports Pƙed 4 měsĂ­ci +1

    It’s funny how he uses the extension because of Earl Strickland. I also use an extension on my cue full time because of SVB. I’m 6 foot 7 and it’s helped my game a lot. I use a predator 8” extension on my Poison cue.

  • @damnhyperz2162
    @damnhyperz2162 Pƙed 2 lety

    Great video and very nice of Shane doing that. You should interview Joshua filler and do the what’s in the bag. Also what tip do they play with hard medium or soft

  • @losoj30
    @losoj30 Pƙed 10 měsĂ­ci +1

    I would love to meet this guy. Class act!

  • @davidnorman6887
    @davidnorman6887 Pƙed 2 lety +1

    What a gracious, humble champion. Karl, please do a video on shaft and tip tips, maintenance etc.....Thanks

  • @adrianroberts9214
    @adrianroberts9214 Pƙed rokem +1

    I've been waiting since 2015 for somebody to do a svb what's in the bag, thanks karl.

  • @paulcook2508
    @paulcook2508 Pƙed 2 lety +4

    Some money in that bag đŸ˜±

  • @Joseph-xi5bt
    @Joseph-xi5bt Pƙed rokem

    Love svb! You have so many filipino fans. Hope you can go the philippines more often.

  • @napostrophen
    @napostrophen Pƙed 2 lety +2

    Jeez the amount of shafts is overkill for sure😂😂lol I gonna say he’s the only one with that many

  • @seamusmcfadden994
    @seamusmcfadden994 Pƙed 2 lety

    Just watched this again with my wife.
    We are both huge fans.
    I said: "Watch. Shane's case is like a circus clown car where more and more clowns (cues) keep coming out!" Lol
    Great video.

  • @kamakazee2bird
    @kamakazee2bird Pƙed 2 lety +1

    Love this kind of videos where players shiw what equipment they are using. Make more of them.

  • @kilobyte7320
    @kilobyte7320 Pƙed 2 lety +1

    He's your favorite pool players favorite pool player. A genuine dude that is a MONSTER on the table

  • @jjrobinson7680
    @jjrobinson7680 Pƙed rokem +1

    You know what moma said , next best thing to playing an winning- is playing and losing ,I WOULD like to see a segment on favorite shots , but this artillery in Shane's bag was pretty dam COOL , I shoot with a cue tech

  • @prova85
    @prova85 Pƙed 2 lety +1

    Karl, if you read this, really love these what's in the bag vids. Super interesting. But could you please ask the players who does their tips? Would love to know if anybody does their own tip installs/replacements. Thanks!

    • @robdetuinman2
      @robdetuinman2 Pƙed 2 lety +1

      And what kind of tip,,medium, soft orsuper soft

  • @andy2341
    @andy2341 Pƙed 2 lety

    Another great video pal

  • @mikedeleon6077
    @mikedeleon6077 Pƙed 2 lety +1

    Shane one of my fav player... he has 4 shaft with one bat... 21oz i love it...

  • @mticuala
    @mticuala Pƙed rokem +2

    wow! look at those gears.. and all I want is his authograph 😂

  • @comeauu
    @comeauu Pƙed 2 lety

    This series rocks!

  • @extremebilliard6289
    @extremebilliard6289 Pƙed 2 lety +2

    i also love long playing cue stick somehow it helps more consistent stroke i used 58 inch plus 4 inches extension all the time

  • @abrehamhaile4976
    @abrehamhaile4976 Pƙed 2 lety

    Holy Molly that was great. If you can add some rack with him it will be amazing. Make another videos with that karl. If you can do that you're videos are more likeable. That was cool keep on pushing karl.

  • @linhtran-dh8tg
    @linhtran-dh8tg Pƙed 2 lety

    Wow that really heavy bag đŸ”„đŸ”„đŸ”„

  • @Fearless13289
    @Fearless13289 Pƙed 2 lety

    Boyes in the building you know it's about to be fun

  • @scottieagrayable
    @scottieagrayable Pƙed 10 měsĂ­ci

    He is a real cool dude. I saw him once and was a little apprehensive about approaching him, being he is the best pool player in the world, but he was so cool. Talked to me like he knew me, lol. Cool guy all around.