Shafts are typically identified by launch or trajectory characteristics in five categories. All 3 shafts had the same weight and flex, the only. Theyre manufactured with constant weights and to the proper length for each club. If you are familiar with matrix driver shafts, then you must have heard about the mfs matrix flight system golf driver shafts that come in three series. Discover the difference a fujikura shaft will make to your golf game. A lowtorque shaft may allow only 2 degrees or less of twist, while a. Driver shaft usage on tour can be a bit unpredictable, with some. Low launch low to mid launch mid launch mid to high launch high launch. Our mission is to bring joy to all golfers by improving their game and maximizing their potential.
The key to that low torque is the ultrahightensile strength of the carbon fiber. If you have a low swing speed, more flexible shafts will propel the ball more at. All golf shafts exhibit the property known as torque, and torque ratings of shafts are. My question regards torque in graphite iron shafts. With its 58 grams, it is also one of the lightest golf driver shafts that belong to the distance series. Introducing the lightest golf shaft currently available in the golf world, the fujikura zero speeder shaft and here are the specs. Fujikura zero speeder the lightest golf shaft in the world.
Stronger players in particular should consider the xcon 6 and xcon 7. Using the accra tourz series shafts, we isolated shaft weight and torque as. That can be mitigated by having a low torque tip combined with a higher torque mid and but. A high torque shaft will twist more than a low torque shaft. The low spin rate also helps you remain in control when playing in the wind. These shafts are heavier and have much lower torque, so they are more stable and more controllable. The length, flex, torque, kickpoint, weight and alignment of the shaft all have an effect. The diesel shaft is available for both ladies and mens drivers, unlike other highend driver shafts, and is a popular choice for use by professionals on the pga tour. It is a term commonly associated with composite or graphite shafts, but steel shafts have a certain degree of torque. It delivers mid to high ball flight with explosive speed and superior transfer of energy. But it is not the only factor to look atmany golfers tend to relate torque to feel and performance. Aldilas rogue silver driver shafts have low torque 3. High torque shafts could help golfers with slower club head speeds and golfers who slice the ball.
The golfworks al0083 aldila rogue black msi graphite wood shafts. For this test, we had golfers test drivers with low v, mid, and high torque shafts. Referring again to the diagram, if a ball is struck off the toe of the driver, the clubhead will rotate more, putting sidespin on the ball resulting in off target shots. If you look at the chart above of shafts available for titleist drivers in 2015, you can see a pretty linear slope from low launch and spin to high launch and spin. The tip resists twist at impact while the higher torque in the mid and butt restore feel. Taking a look at popular driver shafts on the pga tour. Fujikura zero speeder the lightest golf shaft in the. Low torque shafts are good for low handicap golfers with fast club head speeds, improving accuracy.
National consumer survey conducted by darrell survey comp. I have seen fair number of driver shafts with labels implying light weights, but i have only seen one shaft that was labeled with. Aldila was also the leading shaft found in consumers bags in drivers, fairway woods and hybrid clubs according to the 2007 u. A hightorque shaft will twist more than a lowtorque shaft. Torque is not considered a fitting factor unless the shaft is considerably high say 4. The twisting forces are present because of the weight of the clubhead at the end of the shaft. Torque is the simply the amount a golf shaft shown in blue twists when subjected to a known amount of force usually one footpound of force is applied and the torque value is always expressed in degrees. Torque is defined as a force that produces or tends to produce rotation or torsion. For the growing list of bombers on tour, ventus should be in the mix. What is shaft torque hireko custom golf clubs and components. The difference in shaft torque will usually not be noticeable to the average golfer. So kickpoint isnt a singular point on a shaft, but rather an area along the shaft s length where it exhibits the most flexing when a force such as a golf swing is applied.
Frequency matched, midhigh bend point, 5 grams low torque. The torque in a graphite shaft is more prevalent than a steel shaft. At 110 msi millon pounds per square inch, it is twice as strong as the graphite in the average shaft. They have a basic understanding of how length, weight and flex affect ball flight and shot distance. We have shipping discounts throughout our ebay store. If you think of a golf shaft as an axis, the heel of the head is centered on that axis, but the toe as well as most of the clubheads weight is offcenter. Is torque something the average golfer needs to care about in choosing clubs. Dec 21, 2019 best for slower swingers who hit it high. Torque is a property of golf shafts that describes how much the shaft is prone to twisting during the golf swing. Best golf shafts for drivers picking out a new driver is lots of fun. Jan 02, 2019 built for players with high swing speeds, the low torque shaft reduces twisting at impact for a tighter overall dispersion.
Players with a swift swing require lessflex shafts, while players with slower swing require greater flex shafts. True temper project x pxv 39 driver shaft by russ ryden, a golf digest americas 100 best clubfitter fit2score, dallas fort worth, texas. Torque is amount the tip of the shaft twists during the swing. A lower torque means that a shaft is twisting less, a higher torque value means that a shaft is twisting more. The xcon 4 and 5 shafts weigh under 60 g, and are ideal if you have an average swing speed. The term refers to that region of a golf shaft at which the shaft exhibits the greatest amount of bend when the tip is pulled down. Indeed, it is crucial for todays golfer to ensure that his driver shaft is.
For the most part these are working pretty well, but my dispersion is very wide. A lower torque means that a shaft is twisting less, a higher torque value means that a. Yes i find that shaft torque is an important factor when fitting a golf shaft. Overall, faster swingers and players with more aggressive swings benefit from lower torque shafts. The latest generation of driver shafts combine a flexible shaft with a stiff tip, giving the golfer the required flex to whip into the ball while reducing clubhead twisting. Torque should match golf swing speed by now, most golfers are aware that the shaft is the socalled engine of the golf club. The flex of a shaft is the most important factor which affects direction and distance. Tapertip shafts get smaller where the shaft fits into the hosel. This twisting effects the way the club face impacts the ball.
Understanding golf shaft launch and spin true fit clubs. It is a term commonly associated with composite or graphite shafts, but steel shafts have a certain degree of torque too. Check out this index for easy access to all of our coverage of golf news, instruction, equipment and courses. Oct 17, 2016 and since most shafts have a very similar diameter profile and a small wall thickness variation, gj, and hence torque, changes very little across steel golf shafts. All shafts, steel and graphite, exhibit torque, which is measured in degrees. Stepped steel shafts are used in the majority of golf clubs by all the major. Hightorque shafts could help golfers with slower club head speeds and golfers who slice the ball.
Last year in 2018, titleist launched their t2 and t3 drivers. The stiffness of the shaft is consistent and the grips are incredibly comfortable. Torque is the amount a golf shaft is twisting when subjected to a defined amount of force. Shaft torque tested and explained the golf equipment. A high torque number means that the shaft can torque easily and is less forgiving of offcenter shots as it will allow the head to twist, causing pulls and pushes.
The 8 hottest driver shafts of 2018 on the pga tour golfwrx. Built for players with high swing speeds, the low torque shaft reduces twisting at impact for a tighter overall dispersion. You are indirectly aware of them because they affect how your clubs feel when you. When you swing the club, the head twists around the shaft. The performance of a golf club largely depends on the shaft length, torque, flex, alignment, weight, and kickpoint of the shaft. Shaft torque is measured in degrees, which range from around 1. Find golf shafts from top brands like aldila, golfworks, grafalloy, royal precision, true temper and ust. Callaway golf r flex mid low torque mid kick 75g graphite shaft 34 34 the head was professionally pulled and the tip is in perfect condition for use. This past year i was fitted to xr irons with recoil 460, f3 shafts.
Driver basics for longer straighter golf shots duration. The majority of golfers perform at their optimum level with 3 to 4 degrees of torque. The stiffness in the tip and the butt come in perfect combination with the softer mid area. In fact, 2019 saw the release of the taylormade m5 and m6 golf drivers and callaway released their 2019 epic flash drivers. Therefore, a low torque shaft might only have 2 degrees of torque while other shafts require a high torque shaft with as much 6 degrees.
Mar 27, 20 yes i find that shaft torque is an important factor when fitting a golf shaft. But one overlooked factor when buying a driver is your golf shaft. These 3series include the low spinning black tie m5, red tie q5 and the one that is our featured model on the list, the high launch with mid spin, white tie x5. I have seen fair number of driver shafts with labels implying light weights, but i have only seen one shaft that was labeled with a number that actually was the weight of the raw 46. Project x hzrdus yellow 65 is one of the top driver shafts for anyone that is serious about upping their game and taking that next step in terms of clubs. The diesel golf shaft features a low spin and torque graphite design to help the golfer gain additional distance on the drive. Lowtorque shafts are good for lowhandicap golfers with. Low torque shafts resist twisting for more forgiving behavior, but tend to be stiffer and require more power for proper distance. Put another way, some shafts resist twisting better than others.
A low torque shaft will result in lower launch, lower spin, and firmer. If you want to truly understand golf shafts, register for an annual. The torque of a golf shaft describes its ability to resist the twisting forces placed upon it by the golf swing. Apr 17, 2018 torque is a property of golf shafts that describes how much the shaft is prone to twisting during the golf swing. In the early 1970s it was said the torque measurements of most of the first generation of graphite driver shafts were between 610. From my experience a golfer that will average 90 mph driver clubhead speed should look for a shaft of 3. Shaft torque tested and explained mygolfspy the golf. An extremely fast swing requires a low level of torque. Even though forgiving, the flex ranges to stiff and extrastiff, with a torque rating of 3. Aug 24, 2017 a low torque design improves your shaft. Taking a look at popular driver shafts on the pga tour golf.
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