For example, tiger woods who consistently hits shots longer than 300 yards has a regular shaft in his driver. Generally, there are five different flexes, these are. I have always been in between a stiff and regular shaft. May 17, 2012 just a quickie,i currently play a 9 degree driver with a regular shaft and probably get it to 220 with 20 yards roll. Dec 21, 2019 extra stiff x players with the fastest clubhead speeds require the stiffest shafts in their drivers. New listing used rh taylormade sim max 12 driver ventus 6x extra stiff flex graphite rh. Next step is to go to a titleist advanced fitter and see what irons and driver they recommend for me. Unless you are a huge hitter and average about 300 yards on your drives, stay away from extra stiff shafts.
We dont know any golf club drivers that are newer on the market. When choosing the flex of your driver shaft it should be tailored to your swing speed and tempo. Make offer aldila nvs 65 x moi extra stiff x flex graphite driver shaft. Complete guide to project x flex codes golf club brokers blog. The best thing i ever did was go to a lofted draw driver and i. The stiffer it gets the more likely i fade the shots. I like an extra stiff shaft in my woods and hybrid as it eliminates my. The tour stiff version is supposedly only very slightly different to the normal stiff shaft, but i was wondering if anyone has had any experience with the tfc 189 tour stiff and. When i complete a shaft fit on true tempers website they suggest me to be in a xstiff shaft. There are a few telltale signs that your club shafts could be too stiff for your game. Too stiff of tip section can actually rob you of distance especially on your driver.
At the end of the first 9 i went to my trunk and quickly changed back to my shaft that i had been playing in it after replacing the blur. A regular flex shaft that has a couple more grams in it than normal will play on the stiff side of regular. Taylormade extra stiff golf club drivers for sale ebay. A stiff shaft is firmer and harder to bend than a regular shaft, and so more often than not, theyre also heavier in weight. The stiff shafted clubs are going to flex less during the swing than the regular shafted clubs. The practical facts about spin and shaft design golfwrx. Most shaft manufacturers recommend stiff shafts for players with swing speeds of 95 mph or faster. It is true that a shaft marked stiff may not feel stiff or one marked a flex may not be whippy. For players with slower swing speeds, a regularflex club can help add clubhead speed and, therefore, add distance. Getting a shaft for your driver that is too stiff can make the club face aim to the right open to target at impact, and your trajectory will be a lot lower than desired. Extra stiff shaft vs stiff shaft blind test what shaft should you. In the graphic below you will see that the speeder 661 gave him the tightest. Tensei ck white 70 xflex extra stiff driver shaft ping adapter 44. And they would be wellserved getting fitted for a 12.
Anything more than 250 yards, stiff shafts are for you. I still have the same driver tm burner 2007 ht draw m flex but shortened it to 44. I was told that players should not be put into a xstiff shaft unless their iron club head speed was over 100mph at my local golf store. I recently purchased a ping g25 driver on ebay with the tfc 189 tour stiff shaft. If you hit the ball longer than that, say 225250 yards, you should probably choose regular shafts. Now at 9 degrees it needs to be a cock on swing to get it right out the middle.
The owner of the store told me to come back tomorrow and he would try to fit me with a driver that would fit me. Practice hitting several balls with each and see which one produces the desire ball flight, speed speed, and feel that you desire. A stiff shaft is firmer and harder to bend than a regular shaft. Stiff shafts are recommended for players who generate high club head speed. The extra loft and moi allows me to swing the driver with confidence. Your swing speed plays a major role in choosing your shaft flex. The most flexible shaft is designated as ladies and the least flexible shaft is called xstiff. The quality of shaft on offer as stock options in todays drivers has improved immeasurably, and its a contributing factor to the extra performance. Making switch from stiff flex to regular flex team titleist.
And a stiff shaft with a low weight will play on the regular side of stiff. However, there is no industry standard to determine where one category ends and another begins, so one companys regular shaft may be another manufacturers senior or stiff shaft. Currently rock the kbs c taper lite at a 7 iron swing speed of 93mph. In other words, an extra stiff shaft from one company might be similar to a stiff shaft from another. Correct shaft flex has more to do with speed of transition, timing of the release and preferences for trajectory than just swing speed. I was hitting balls in the launch monitor the other day and my average swing speed was about 115mph with a driver and my highest was 121. Regular and stiff golf shafts are by far the most popular, but you can choose from other options such as senior or extra stiff. My driver ss is 105110 but i use stiff shafts throughout the bag because i. Ask the golf club shop for a driver with a regular, stiff, and extra stiff shaft.
Players with swing speeds between 95100 mph tend to gravitate towards stiff shafts, with 105 mph being the point at which some players begin to use x stiff extra stiff shafts, particularly in their drivers. The shaft is often described as the engine of the golf club. Id like to see a video where you take a stock driver take 5 shots. Conversely, the more flexible andor more tip flexible the shaft is in relation to your clubhead speed and point of. Extra stiff shaft vs stiff shaft test subscribe to rick shiels golf pga. A stiff flex from one shaft producer will not always equal a stiff flex from another. As scott hennessey, president of shaft manufacturer true temper, told, if your shafts are too flexible, youll spray the ball all over the place. An extra stiff driver shaft isnt for most golfers but, then again, youre not most people. Should i use an extra stiff shaft for my driver my. The more clubhead speed you generate, the stiffer the shafts on your clubs should be. The flex measurement is then determined based on cpms or cycles per minute. Depending on what type of swing you possess, stiffshaft irons might help you control your shots better, achieve optimal results from a swing with a fast tempo and aid your short game. Went and got fitted at another golf shop just for giggles. And i have tried from a flex to xstiff with my 95 mph swing speed.
Only golfers with carry distances above 275 yards and clubhead speeds in excess of 110 mph should use extrastiff shafts. As a rough rule of thumb, the more speed you generate, the stiffer. A club moving at that speed is fast enough to deliver distance, and the stiffer shaft helps with accuracy. For me i play an extra stiff in my driver but prefer a standard stiff in my irons, hybrid and fairway wood. The softer the flex, the more likely i draw the shots. Extra stiff shaft vs stiff shaft on course test youtube. If your swing speed is 90 mph or higher, a stiff shaft or an x stiff shaft should be a good fit. But its not the only measure of how well the shaft fits your swing.
Tcs clubhead speed puts him squarely between stiff s and extra stiff x. Stiff shafts for irons but regular shaft for driver. Golf shaft manufacturers measure shafts with a frequency machine. Too stiff of shaft tip section can rob you of distance d. Through a lot of testing i have decided that i am still able to play stiff shafts in my irons xp 105 s300 and stiff shafts in my hybrids and fairway woods diamana blue 70. Should i use regular or stiff shafts in my golf clubs. After testing different shafts in the taylormade m3 driver heads ive taken. He recommended an extra stiff shaft with possibly an 8.
Only golfers with carry distances above 275 yards and clubhead speeds in excess of 110 mph should use extra stiff shafts. Mar 19, 2019 in other words, an extra stiff shaft from one company might be similar to a stiff shaft from another. Extra stiff golf shafts best price guarantee at dicks. Its in the top 3 bestselling golf club drivers and has dozens of popular alternatives in the same price range, such as taylormade m3 or cobra king ltd. Golf club shaft flex guide everything you need to know. Nine times out of 10, this method works well, but you still need to be comfortable hitting with whichever shaft you choose. If your swings consistently clock in at well over 100 mph, youd be well suited for an xstiff driver that will give you the sturdiness and increased accuracy your game will benefit from.
I had never even thought about getting xstiff clubs until the guy that works at golf galaxy said something about it. Guidelines for choosing driver loft based on swing speed. Shop extra stiff golf shafts at dick s sporting goods. So the stiffer the shaft andor more tip stiff the shaft in relation to your clubhead speed and point of release, the less the shaft bends forward at impact and the more that shaft becomes a lower launch and lower spin shaft. While it is true that a more rigid or stiff shaft flex can assist in creating a straighter shot, the lack of carry distance also means the shot will be a low runner with no chance of stopping. Either the stiffer shaft improves your game or it doesnt. Jan 11, 20 so the stiffer the shaft andor more tip stiff the shaft in relation to your clubhead speed and point of release, the less the shaft bends forward at impact and the more that shaft becomes a lower launch and lower spin shaft. Incorrect shaft flex leads to poor golf shots is your golf shaft too stiff or weak. Back to the course a couple of days later and i was spraying the ball but hitting it deep with the stiff blur. If its windy ill play with a set that has the x100s in it. Make offer aldila nvs 65 x moi extrastiff x flex graphite driver shaft. That said, if you are swinging your driver at 115 mph than an x flex should be considered. If you find a lower price on stiff golf shafts somewhere else, well match it with our best price guarantee. Back on the 10th tee and it was a rocket and split the fairway about 290 out.
As nouns the difference between stiff and hard is that stiff is an average person, usually male, of no particular distinction, skill, or education, often a working stiff or lucky stiff while hard is nautical a firm or paved beach or. Get that right and the rest of the club make up will naturally fall into line. Conversely, the regular shafted clubs are going to flex more. Extra stiff shaft vs stiff shaft blind test taylormade, titleist, ping, callaway all offer different shaft options. New listing tensei pro white 60 tx tour xflex extra stiff driver shaft ping g410 adapter. Taylormade m6 regular flex is a very popular and one of the most expensive options. Having the proper shaft flex in your driver is important. Senior, or a, shafts are a bit stiffer, followed by regular, or r, shafts. The prevailing theory among most golfers is that a stiff shaft tip section lowers ball flight and reduces spin.
Jeremy, i have a similar swing speed driver 9295mph and i am testing both regular and stiff diamana blue ltd 60. If you hit it about 200 yards, move up to seniors shafts. A smooth swinging 112 who fades the ball might need stiff, and a quick aggressive 108 who draws the ball might need x stiff. Dont know my swing speed but i typically hit my driver in the 260280 range, but will sneak a couple out close to 300. Unless you are a huge hitter and average about 300 yards on your drives, stay away from extrastiff shafts. Complete guide to project x flex codes golf club brokers. Aldila vs proto 60s stiff flex 43 58 inch driver shaft condition professionally pulled excellent features stiff flex. A quick, athletic swing can generate clubhead speed, but a long, slow, accelerating arc can generate more. I have a swing speed of around 100 and have used stiff shafts in my previous drivers.
If you find a lower price on extra stiff golf shafts somewhere else, well match it with our best price guarantee. That said, flexing a stiff shaft is not as simple as just swinging harder. Should a beginner start with a regular or stiff flex. As states, choosing the right shaft is crucial to lowering your scores as well as giving you the feel. So i ended up going with the extra stiff and a low penetrating ball flight. Rating is available when the video has been rented. As adjectives the difference between stiff and hard is that stiff is of an object, rigid, hard to bend, inflexible while hard is resistant to pressure. Extra stiff shaft vs stiff shaft on course test should you use an extra stiff driver shaft. Choosing the correct shaft flex ensures that the golf clubs clubhead releases properly and the golf clubs clubface is delivered to the desired position. Driver question,high loft stiff vs lower loft regular golf. Taylormade m5 stiff flex was released last year in february. Keep in mind that shaft torque is also determining factor in keeping the club head under control at very high swing speeds, and that some shafts will be stiff. And i have tried from a flex to x stiff with my 95 mph swing speed. There are five generally used ratings for shaft flex.
I thought that is just what the tour pros use and was kind of skeptical so i just wanted to get a second opinion. The hzrdus smoke is a midweight shaft ideal for medium to faster swing speeds seeking maximum playability and control in a midlaunch, lowspin profile. All men right hand clubs driver extra stiff used showing 1 15 of 20 results. This variation could be the main reason why you may hit a driver better than your irons or vice versa. Get the best deals on taylormade extra stiff golf club drivers when you shop the largest online selection at. Taylormade m5 stiff flex is a popular option at the top of the price range. The extra stiff shaft is used only by players who consistently drive the ball 300 yards or. After testing different shafts in the taylormade m3 driver heads ive taken two out onto. We decided to go with extra stiff because this generally delivers improved control with a minimum sacrifice of distance. If you have a slower swing speed, you are probably going to want to choose regular shafted clubs because the additional flex will provide a little more power and.
The flatter swing arc ideal for hitting your driver differs to the steeper. I never swing my irons really hard so the only time i need the extra stiffness is if im playing in the wind. Taylormade m5 stiff flex vs taylormade sldr driver. From when i got fitted the fitter told me that i could go with stiff shafts however the downside is that the ball would balloon up more. All clubs driver extra stiff used showing 1 15 of 23 results. Players with swing speeds between 95100 mph tend to gravitate towards stiff shafts, with 105 mph being the point at which some players begin to use xstiff extra stiff shafts, particularly in their drivers. I did the same test prior to getting my g30 driver on trackman and my results were the opposite tighter dispersion and. Generally speaking, you can choose from a regular, stiff, or extra stiff shaft flex, though there are options such as the senior flex, ladies flex, and uniflex. The most flexible shaft is designated as ladies and the least flexible shaft is called x stiff. I use stiff in my wedgesirons up to my 20 hybrid, then i use pings tour stiff in my 17 hybrid and 3wood. My average club head speed with a 7 iron is 9397 mph. Turns out i should be hitting an x stiff shaft that is soft steppedi think could have been hard stepped i forgot which way is a little softer and dont have my results in front of me. Swing speed plus other factors tells you it would be worth it to try and x stiff of the same model in one of your clubs and see how it performs.
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