| Hot Driver Shafts for 2010 |
| By John Torsiello |
Published
06/4/2010
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Gear and Accessories
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Tips on Choosing a Driver Shaft
- Get Fit. When getting fit it is imperative that a launch monitor be used to verify ball flight and launch conditions. This will give you empirical data on the performance of the shaft. Pay more attention to ball speed, spin rate and launch angle than clubhead speed on the launch monitor. Remember to test with your own golf balls before making a shaft purchase, as range balls are not what you play on the course.
- Shaft Flex. The shaft flex is the indication of how much swing force is necessary to make the shaft perform properly. Flexes range from light, regular, stiff and extra stiff. Players with slower swing speeds will likely be better served using light or regular flexes for extra distance, while better players prefer stiff or extra stiff for control and shaping ability. Most players are using a shaft that is too stiff for their swing.
- Shaft Weight. This is one of the most important aspects of a shaft to consider. Most golfers will get more benefit from lighter shafts, as they will be able to generate more power assuming on-center contact. Most golfers are not strong enough to swing a shaft in the high 70 or 80-gram range. Too heavy of a shaft will sacrifice feel and performance for most golfers.
- Shaft Bend (Kickpoint). The bend point, i.e. the spot on the shaft that bends when it is swung, determines the ball’s trajectory. A lower bend, or kickpoint as it is sometimes referred to as, will generate a higher ball flight, while a high bend point will create a low shot trajectory. If you are looking for something in between, go with a mid rating bend point for the best of both worlds. Don’t be overly concerned here, as the difference between high and low kickpoint is nominal to most golfers.
- Shaft Length. The longer the length the less accurate you will be with your driver. Most touring professionals use drivers 45 inches or under in length because they are able to make center contact, be more accurate and do not sacrifice distance.
- Experiment. With interchangeable shafts and heads on fitting carts, experiment everything you can get your hands on and work with a fitting professional to find the optimal shaft for your swing.
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