WHAT YOU NEED TO CONSIDER BEFORE YOU UPGRADE YOUR DRIVER SHAFT

There are many types of golf clubs in a typical golfer’s bag, including irons, hybrids, wedges, putters, and woods or drivers. One of the most complex pieces of equipment in the golf industry is the driver. Although some players call them woods, these clubheads are no longer made from wood; instead, manufacturers design them with steel or a titanium alloy. These days custom-fit golf clubs should be part of your equation for maximizing your game, and the shaft is the difference-maker if you are going to optimize your distance and accuracy. So how do you know if it is time to pull the trigger and upgrade your driver shaft?

THE IMPORTANCE OF CHOOSING THE RIGHT DRIVER SHAFTS IN YOUR GAME

Today, golfers should ensure that their driver shafts accurately match their needed speed, accuracy, and flexibility. With so many types and brands on the market, though, it’s hard to know what you need. Experts have come up with some guidelines for buying the right kind of driver for your gameplay. The primary characteristics involved in choosing a driver include size, composition, loft, length, grip size, and shaft flex.

Which combination of these factors will best help you depends on your strength, swing, height, and other factors.

THINGS TO KEEP IN MIND BEFORE BUYING A NEW DRIVER SHAFT

If you are an avid golfer, you probably come across all kinds of golf marketing. Even if the performance of your equipment satisfies you, the release of shiny new models can be a temptation.

Here are some things you need to consider before you buy a new driver shaft:

WHAT IS THE RIGHT FLEX FOR YOU?

The term “flex” is the ability of the shaft to bend when the player applies a force– swing speed– to it. If you have slower swing speed, a regular shafted club will work for you since it has some flex. Meanwhile, experts recommend stiff shafted clubs for golfers who swing harder. 

WHAT MAKES UP THE MATERIAL OF THE DRIVER?

Most drivers on the market have graphite shafts since manufacturers design driver shafts for increased swing speeds to help beginners. Although they are more costly and less durable compared to steel shafts, graphite shafts are more in-demand for golfers at every skill level. 

WHAT IS THE RIGHT WEIGHT?

The weight of the shaft ranges from 40 to 135 grams. Generally, golfers with slow swing speeds benefit from using a lighter shaft, but even some players on Tour use light driver shafts. Selecting the best weight of shaft for you requires a little bit of testing. 

DOES THE TORQUE WORK WELL WITH THE SHAFT STIFFNESS?

For most golfers, as long as the torque of a graphite shaft is between 3.5 and 5.5 degrees, players don’t need to worry much about a shaft fitting. That said, torque is a prime reason for wide shot dispersions, so if that sounds like your pattern this is an important consideration.

Choosing the proper golf shaft for your swing is essential to reaching your full potential on the course. Professional club fitting is vital to the process of selecting the right driver shaft. The careful use of trial and error to find the right driver eliminates the guesswork in maximizing the flex, weight, and torque to get you the maximum distance and accuracy out of your swing. 

If you are working with a professional club fitter, they should understand that there are is no standardization when it comes to variables like shaft flex, stiffness, and profile. One golf manufacturer’s description of “stiff” might be another company’s “regular,” which means you need to try them each out until you dial in on your particular profile. 

A custom-fitted golf club rewards you with a more productive swing compared to buying clubs off-the-rack with no testing. Nothing builds your confidence on the course like knowing you have a custom fitted golf club in your hands.

If you want to upgrade your driver shaft, message the professional fitters from JD’s Clubs through our site, and we will contact you to schedule a custom golf club fitting. Get started with us today!