Is senior flex and ladies flex the same?
Obviously they are both a soft flex with the ladies flex playing a bit softer and higher launching. In my own experience, a lot of women can play senior flex with the bigger difference for them being the weight of the shaft.
Is senior flex stiffer than ladies?
What’s the difference between regular and senior flex iron shafts? Senior flex shafts are a little less stiff than regular shafts. They may also have higher torque and reduced weight to help the golfer get the most from his/her swing.
What is senior flex in a golf club?
Senior flex shafts allow the golfer to launch the golf ball easily into the air. The shaft also allows for the feel and control that golfers seek when striking the ball.
Do senior golf shafts make a difference?
Some golfers will decide which shaft they need based on swing speed alone. If your swing speed is between 75 and 85 miles per hour, then you will need a senior shaft. If you are between 85 and 95 miles per hour, then the regular shaft will be the best choice.
What is the average swing speed of a senior golfer?
What is the average swing speed of a senior golfer? According to a study done by My TPI, the average speed for 50-60 year old golfers is between 72-86 mph. For golfers above 60 years old, it’s between 71-79mph.
At what age do you move to the senior tees?
Many golf clubs today still apply an age rule for the use of the forward tees, especially on competition days. 70 years of age was the benchmark for most. Some senior golf societies have an age entry level of 55 years and most members play from the forward tee box.
How far should a 70 year old man hit a golf ball?
A 70-year-old man should be hitting a driver anywhere from 180 to 190 yards. This number has grown a bit in the last few years with the introduction of improved driver and shaft technology. At 70 years old, some golfers are having no trouble getting the ball to fly 200 yards or more.