Does shaft flex affect ball speed?

Your swing motion also can affect which flex you should use. Since ball speed is proportional to clubhead speed, industry charts clearly indicate that a stiffer shaft creates a higher ball speed.

What shaft should I use based on ball speed?

If you’re between 97 and 104 mph with the driver, you need a stiff flex. Regular – Now we are getting into the range where a majority of recreational golfers fall, and also where many LPGA pros fall. If you’re between 84 and 96 mph, regular is going to be best for you.

How does shaft flex affect ball flight?

Generally, the more flexible a shaft, the higher the ball flight. The lower the bend point in the shaft, the higher the ball flight (minor affect). Generally, the stiffer the shaft, the lower the ball flight.

What happens if shaft is not stiff enough?

What is this? When the shaft is too stiff, you won’t be able to get enough spin on the ball, causing it to come out very low, and look like it’s falling out of the sky. If it’s too stiff, your shot shape will be from left to right (slice), the clubhead won’t be able to return to square because the shaft is too stiff.

What happens if shaft is too stiff?

If your golf shaft is too stiff and your swing speed is too slow, your well-struck shot will be limited on both carry distance and shot trajectory; a too-stiff golf shaft will most often lead to weak fades or slices.

How do I know if my flex shaft is correct?

Here are some general guidelines:

1. Take a look at the distance you hit your driver.
2. If you have a very smooth swing, you might benefit from a softer flex even if you swing fast.
3. If your drives go left, you might benefit from a stiffer flex; if your drives go right, you might benefit from a softer flex.

How do I know if my shaft is too weak?

Generally speaking, a driver shaft that’s too stiff will cause shots to launch too low, with too little spin and low peak heights. A shaft that’s too weak, on the other hand, may cause shots to spin too much, fly too high, and widen dispersion patterns.

What is the right flex for my driver shafts?

Flex: Generally, faster club head speeds need stiffer flexes. The right flex of your driver shaft for you depends on club head speed, ball flight, and transition speed. It’s best to use your current flex as the starting point. High, spinny ball flights need stiffer shafts.

What is the best driver shaft for a 100+ mph driver?

Here are some rough suggestions for picking a driver shaft if you have a 100+ mph driver club head speed. Let’s go down the list of the 5 factors, starting with flex. Fast club head speeds are generally going to want stiff or extra-stiff (X-Stiff) shafts.

How does shaft flex affect golf ball speed?

Jones’ clubhead speed was measured at 113 mph – a ball speed of around 166 mph – even though he was using the extremely flexible hickory shafts of his time. His swing was built around those flexible shafts. The way you swing is probably the most important link between your ball speed and your shaft flex.

What type of shafts should I use for fast club head speeds?

Fast club head speeds are generally going to want stiff or extra-stiff (X-Stiff) shafts. However, there is more to flex choice than club head speed. It’s best to use your current shaft stiffness as a guideline.