What happens if my golf shaft is too soft?
A golfer using a shaft that is too flexible may experience a ball flight that is too high, a ball that spins too much, or a shot pattern that has inconsistent dispersion.Oct 15, 2018
How do I know if I need a stiffer shaft?
What happens if shaft is too stiff?
Is Stiff flex good for beginners?
What happens if your golf shaft is too stiff?
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 ...
Is a ladies shaft heavier than a regular shaft?
Generally a Ladies shaft will be lighter than a Regular and so on, there are alternatives where you get heavier Regular shafts and lighter Stiffer shafts, but these are less common.
What is shaft flex?
Shaft flex is how much the shaft bends throughout the swing, someone that swings it slow will need a more flexible shaft, while someone that swings it fast will need a stiffer shaft. You get Ladies, Senior, Regular, Stiff and X-Stiff shafts in Woods and Irons, generally your Woods and Irons will be the same flex.
Do golf clubs come cheap?
100% yes, golf clubs don’t come cheap these days. You won’t buy a car without test driving it, and you definitely won’t buy a Ferrari if you need to go off-roading. Buying the wrong equipment can really put you on the back foot. Having the right shafts for your game can give you a real advantage, and make the game much easier.
Possible Outcomes When Using a Shaft Whose Flex Is Too Stiff for Your Swing
If a golfer is using a shaft that is too stiff for his or her swing mechanics and swing speed, any or all of the following may result:
Possible Outcomes When Using a Shaft That Is Too Flexible for Your Swing
If a golfer is using a shaft that is too flexible, here are the likely results:
It's Better to Err on the Side of More Flexibility
The best thing to do is make sure your shaft flex is well-matched to your swing (by meeting with a clubfitter or at least a teaching pro in a hitting bay when buying new clubs). But when in doubt, always err on the side of more flexibility in the shaft.
Clubtuner
Yes, it is possible. Not as common to slice, but have seen a number of times.
Hstead
Absolutely. If the shaft is too far behind you, flexing too much, the face can be wide open at impact. Especially if the shaft is a high torque shaft. I usually hit weak shafts high and right. You can feel it in your hands when the head is just way too far behind the shaft, and then you have to time the release.
FernTheBrute
When we see super slow-motion videos of a golf swing, it seems like the shaft flex makes the head go ahead of the hands just before impact. Are you saying that a weak shaft would not be able to catch up and the head would end up behind the ball at impact?
feedlotdoc
When ever I have played shafts that were too weak, I hit big nasty slices. I currently have 2 Ping G2HL irons I got from my uncle. The offset is HUGE, so the R flex works in those two clubs, but any others produce a slice.
TCMP
I hook a soft shaft off the planet. Like others said, you have to time the release - which is next to impossible for the average golfer who doesn't play all the time. You can get big distance out of a soft shaft - just not consistently.
beaner25
I suspected last year this is what was wrong with my 3 wood shaft. Too soft. I hit savage (and I mean savage) hooks with this thing if my timing is off. Not so much slices though. Only club in my bag I can hit boomerang shots with
hd.softail
I agree with all comments above which I know muddies the situation. I've seen both situations.
What Happens If Your Driver Shaft Is Too Stiff?
Playing with the correct shaft in your driver is incredibly important. With the correct shaft flex you will be able to deliver the club at optimum speeds, and produce the correct numbers in terms of launch and spin on the golf ball.
What is Shaft Flex, And Why Is It Important In Drivers
Shaft flex is how much the shaft bends while you swing the club, if you swing it slowly you will need a more flexible shaft, while if you swing it fast you will need a stiffer shaft.
What Are The Signs Your Driver Shaft Is Too Stiff
There are a few tell tale signs that your shafts are too stiff, firstly you will lose the ball to the right, because the shaft is to stiff it will be hard to square up at impact, causing the face to be open when you hit the ball, this is going to produce a fade or slice shot, generally ending up on the right side of the course.
Will You Adapt Your Swing To The Incorrect Shaft Flex
Yes you will, if your shaft is too stiff you will adapt your swing in more ways than one.
How Does Weight, Kick Point And Torque Affect Shaft Flex
90% of the time shaft flex is impacted by weight, the heavier the shaft is the stiffer it is, and the lighter the shaft is the more flexible it is.
How Does Swing Speed Affect What Shaft Flex You Should Use?
Swing speed is the main influencer in what shaft you should use. The faster you swing the more the shaft will bend, so the more you need to control it.
How To Discover Your Swing Speed?
By using a very fancy piece of machinery called a launch monitor, you are able to track how fast your swing speed is. The most popular companies are Trackman, Flightscope and GC Quad.
How to tell if your golf club shaft is too stiff?
There are a few telltale signs that might give you an indication that your club shafts are too stiff. If you have a good swing, but your distance is lacking it may be the shaft is too stiff. It may also be that you tend to either slice the ball or fade towards the rough on the right of the fairway, for the same reason.
What is stiffness in golf?
The stiffness or flex of the shaft is a much-neglected aspect of your golfing equipment as most golfers are more interested in the brand, or technical features, or looks of their clubs. What most golfers fail to appreciate is the effect that ‘swing speed’ has on selecting the correct amount of flex of the shaft.
What is the shaft of a golf club?
The golf shaft is known as the ENGINE of the golf club. On the downswing, as the hips rotate, the weight transfer takes place and the body uncoils, the shaft of the club bends. This bend is also known as flex, and as this flex straightens out, power is transferred from the shaft to the club head and through to the ball.
How fast can a pro swing?
Pros are top athletes and would have a swing speed of 110 mph on average, while amateurs would be swinging between 80 to 95 mph. There are various ways to determine your swing speed, from clip-on devices, iPhone Apps, range monitors, and at the pro shop.
Who is Nick Lomas?
Nick Lomas is the founder of GolfSpan, an avid golfer, not quite a pro but has over 15-years of experience playing and coaching golfers from all over the world. His mission is to bring the golfing community a better experience then it comes to choosing the right golf gear, and finding the right set up for your game.
What happens if your golf shaft is too stiff?
One of the biggest indicators that your golf shaft is too stiff is that you are having trouble hitting the ball high. If you have a low swing speed and the shaft is too stiff, any well-struck ball will have a limit on the shot trajectory and the carry distance.
What is the shaft of a golf club?
The golf shaft is the part of the club that provides the power that is transferred to the head of the club and eventually the ball every time you swing. The flex of your golf club’s shaft is the thing that will directly dictate how your club transfers power, so getting a shaft with too much or not enough flex can significantly affect your ...
Why does my golf ball fade?
A leaking ball flight or fade because you won’t be able to flex the golf shaft enough when you swing to create a square impact position on the ball. A low ball flight, resulting in less distance. Inconsistent contact – your swing won’t feel solid, even when you get center hits.
