When I’m fitting golfers, one of the first questions I’ll ask them is, “What type of shaft do you play?” A common response: “60 Stiff.” That’s a perfectly acceptable answer. But here’s the thing: not ...

Most golfers in the world know that shaft flex makes a difference to performance and feel in golf. In a general sense, golfers who swing the club faster and have quicker transitions benefit from a ...

Why it matters: Shaft choice impacts launch, spin, accuracy, and feel. Using the wrong one can cost distance and consistency even with a solid swing. Fitting over guessing: Professional fittings use ...

Golfers beware: The shafts in your clubs adhere to no industry-standard specifications. Which means that one brand's regular or “R” flex, for instance, is not the same as another's. Same thing with ...

Question: Is it a good idea to keep the same shaft flex throughout my set? Answer: As much as I despise answering a question with “It depends,” it really does depend on the player and what you’re ...

As the 2026 golf season kicks off, the Bay Area's discerning players are turning their attention to the subtle art of equipment tuning, with Fujikura's latest Ventus TR shafts leading the charge.