Can I change the shaft of my driver?
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Can I change the shaft of my driver?
You just need the tool you should have gotten with it to unscrew the stub of the old shaft and screw in the new one. You could source one from eBay, or see how much a straight replacement would be from nike through your pro. You should not need to fork out for a new driver!
What is the best iron shaft?
Top Golf Shafts for Irons – Table Comparison and Reviews
- Project X HZRDUS T800 Blue 65 Driver Shaft.
- AeroTech SteelFiber i110 Iron Shafts.
- Grafalloy Prolaunch Blue 45 Senior Shaft.
- Dynamic Gold True Temper Shaft.
- UST Recoil ZT9 Iron Shaft Set.
- Project X PXV Stiff Driver Shaft.
- New Aldila NVS Graphite Driver Shaft.
What happens if shaft is too heavy?
Heavier shafts make some golfers take a hit to their swing speed and make them slower. The heavier shaft gives golfers a hard time to release their club face. Heavier shafts cause less spin which may cause difficulties on some terrain such as the green.
How do I know if my driver shaft is too soft?
Spotting Trouble
- Wild shot pattern. The first indication that your driver shaft is too soft is likely going to be a wild shot pattern from the tee.
- Ball flight too high. There is a right way and a wrong way to produce high tee shots.
- Loose feeling through impact.
Which flex shaft is right for me?
– Golf Shaft Flex Chart
| Carry Distance | Swing Speed | Flex |
|---|---|---|
| Under 200 yards | Under 75 mph | Ladies or Senior |
| 200 to 240 yards | 75 to 95 mph | Regular |
| 240 to 275 yards | 95 to 110 mph | Stiff |
| Over 275 yards | Over 110 mph | Stiff or Extra Stiff |
Will a stiffer shaft lower ball flight?
Generally, the more flexible a shaft, the higher the ball flight. Generally, the stiffer the shaft, the lower the ball flight. The higher the bend point, the lower the ball flight (minor affect).
What do shaft flex numbers mean?
These numbers are the weight of the shaft in grams. Shaft weights typically range between 50 grams and 85 grams with the 50-60 numbers being pretty common as seen in the example shafts above. Shaft Weight is important because it can help you generate club head speed and increase the distance you hit the golf ball.
