Should I use a regular or stiff shaft?

Should I use a regular or stiff shaft?

If you have a slower swing speed, you are probably going to want to choose regular shafted clubs because the additional flex will provide a little more power and accuracy. When you swing harder, the stiff flex will be more controlled and give you the punch you need to hit better shots.

Is a stiff shaft driver better?

Compared to regular shafted clubs, the stiff shaft clubs tend to flex less when you swing. These shafts are an ideal pick for players who swing harder. The stiff shaft flex provides the player with more control and offers the power you require to hit better strikes.

What is the benefit of a stiff golf shaft?

Most PGA Tour pros use stiff or x-stiff shafts. Depending on what type of swing you possess, stiff-shaft irons might help you control your shots better, achieve optimal results from a swing with a fast tempo and aid your short game.

Should I get stiff or extra stiff driver?

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.

How do I know if I need a stiff driver shaft?

When To Move To A Stiffer Shaft?

1. Feels ‘whippy’ in your hands.
2. Feels too light.
3. Your ball is ballooning in the air.
4. Your ball is behind your pitch mark when you hit your driver.
5. You ball spins to much on the greens when you approach with your irons.
6. Your accuracy has dropped.
7. You start hitting hooks.

Can too stiff of a shaft cause a slice?

If your club shafts are too stiff, you’ll have trouble loading them properly during your downswing. When the clubhead gets to the ball, the shaft won’t unload properly and the face will remain slightly open, causing a slice.

What happens if driver shaft not stiff enough?

Too soft a shaft will miss left, since the flex will kick the head back hard through the ball. A stiffer shaft will give you no increased distance. It actually may cost you some. A shaft that is not stiff enough for you will result in all forms of misses from high and right to low and left to whatever.