How do you tell what flex your irons are?

How do you tell what flex your irons are?

“L” is the most flexible shaft and “X” is the stiffest shaft:

1. “L” denotes “ladies flex”
2. “A” or “M” denotes “senior flex” (might also be designated “AM” or “A/M,” or “Senior”)
3. “R” denotes “regular flex”
4. “S” denotes “stiff flex” (might also be designated “Firm”)

How do I know if my Flex is regular or stiff?

What are the basic differences between a regular and stiff flex iron shaft? The main difference is that a stiff shaft is harder to bend than a regular shaft. This is usually created by adding more material to make the shaft up which can often also make them slightly heavier.

Who needs stiff flex irons?

A stiff flex iron is suitable for golfers with swing speeds between 90 and 105 miles per hour. Although it’s clear that the higher your swing speed, the stiffer your shaft should be, your swing speed doesn’t necessarily relate to how quickly you swing.

What swing speed requires a stiff shaft for irons?

Stiff shafts are recommended for players who generate high club head speed. If your swing speed is 90 mph or higher, a stiff shaft or an x-stiff shaft should be a good fit.

Should I use stiff or extra stiff shafts?

Most people (unless you are a professional) use those four kinds of flex shafts, but if you can hit over 300 yards, then you can use an extra-stiff flex. It also depends on your swing speed – those with a faster swing speed typically are more suited in using a stiff or extra-stiff flex shaft.

Is Stiff flex good for beginners?

Beginners may acquire clubs from friends or family and not consider the flex of their shafts. Shaft options include senior, ladies, regular, firm, stiff, x-stiff. Length – shafts can be cut different lengths – for most beginners, standard length is fine, unless you are an abnormal height.

Can beginners use stiff shafts?

With the proper fit, the new golfer can learn without making compensations for clubs that are too stiff or too flexible. In general, the faster a golfer’s swing speed the stiffer a golf shaft should be in order to provide more control over the ball’s flight.

Do any pros use regular flex shafts?

Kramer’s 2006 “Golf Magazine” article cites a survey showing that just 2 percent of PGA Tour players and 10 percent of PGA Champions Tour players used regular flex shafts in their irons. He also notes that PGA Tour swing speeds average 110 mph, so the players favor a stiffer shaft to better control the club.

What shaft flex does Tiger Woods use?

On Tuesday, Woods had a new SIM driver (9 degrees) and his old TaylorMade M5 driver, each equipped with a Mitsubishi Diamana D+ 60TX shaft.