Kick point is the area of the shaft that bows the most during the downswing and through impact. Project x shafts clubs, grips, shafts, fitting the. The numbering system on the project x driver shafts, like all other driver shaft stiffness designations i have seen are based on both weight and stiffness. Brand new and original project x graphite shafts made for callaway golf, 2018 production batch. This video i test a high launch shaft against a low launch shaft and using launch monitor i measure the difference between the two shafts. After tip trimming, trim to playing length from the butt.
To me, the project x feels most similar to the nunchuk. The project x lz shaft has a huge kick, great consistency, and excellent ball speed. Because of the reverse deflection of the shaft at impact, the kick point has a direct but inverse relationship with trajectory. The project x evenflow, introduced in late 2017 is made in san diego where the project x hzrdus shafts are made. As the name implies, the shaft weighs a mere 39 gramsand thats before you cut it. The stiffness of the shaft is consistent and the grips are incredibly comfortable. Shaft kick point, also known as flex point or bend point, is the location on the shaft that bends the most during a swing. Technical info for the project x hzrdus t800 green.
This unique design feature optimizes the flex distribution and energy transfer of the shaft without sacrificing control. The 8 hottest driver shafts of 2018 on the pga tour golfwrx. It was a firsttime winner on the pga tour recently at volvo world match play that was the start of something very good and continues to be the talk of the new up and coming shafts. The 44 driver shaft was 2 inches trimmed from the butt end. This creates consistent tip stiffness, and thus, that more stiff feel throughout the swing. A higher kick point, which means the bend point is higher in the shaft, closer to the grip, can help lower trajectory, while a lower kick point, which is closer to where the head and shaft are connected can help increase the trajectory of a golf shot.
Sdt provides tip stiffness for stronger players, producing greater accuracy. Bendpoint is the highest point of the shaft when it is bending by applying pressure to both ends of the shaft. With so little kick, this shafts gives back exactly what you put in. There will be some shafts where both bending points are similar or very close. Theyre tired of hearing me talk about the new epic driver and bragging about the company. While stronger and more skilled players often prefer a shaft that lowers their trajectory, many can gain yardage from the tee by creating a higher ball flight. The flex point in a golf shaft can also be referred to as the bend point or the kick point. Getting the ball up is not an issue with my swing, and this shaft helps the top of the flight flatten out a little more so there is great penetration. Could it possibly be durable enough and can it actually perform. If a shaft is stiffer in the lower third of the shaft it will launch lower and spin. The golfworks tt0129 project x hzrdus yellow 6575 graphite wood shaft. Each shaft in the catalog has a shaft trim code listed. Youre embarassing me in front of my noncallaway golfing friends. When you think of hand made golf products, you might think of head covers or putters.
Why is the project x lz unique is that you just get a huge bang in the middle with great equilibrium in both point and the butt of the shaft. Project x designed the evenflow t1100 white to be a lowlaunch, lowspin shaft with a smooth bend profile and gnarly distance. Profile project x graphite if any shaft can be said to have made the most noise on tour in 2010, this would be it. Using the strongest high modulus fibers on the market, the evenflow t1100 white has a strong tip section that holds up at impact to. The higher the swing speed, the stiffer the shaft flex should be. Golf club shaft chart guide when it comes to picking a graphite shaft for your driver or fairway woods, the number of choices that are available can be overwhelming, especially as golf companies continue to offer more and more in the way of custom options. These trimming instructions arerecommended by the manufacturer. The golfworks tt0128 project x hzrdus black 6575 graphite wood shaft.
Graphite golf shafts are lighter than steel shafts, resulting in an increase in swing speed and distance. Add to that the vastly popular hzrdus graphite wood shafts in the winners bag 9 times on tour validation. Put the right shaft in your driver and you will find yourself working less hard to find the fairways. Stronger players in particular should consider the x con 6 and x con 7. The kick point or flex point is the position on the shaft where the most bending occurs. Complete guide to project x flex codes golf club brokers.
Project x shafts incorporate stepless design technology sdt where each individual shaft throughout the set is comprised of a specific taper length. Engineers at project x were so hellbent on creating the first shaft to. Also, we valued more those shafts that offer a greater variety in the kick point, the weight selection, tip section and butt, and tip diameter. A low kick point bows near the head of the club, producing a higher ball flight. The kicks character is just what youd anticipate from project x. Consult the chart on the following page to determine how much to trim off the shaft. Project x hzrdus yellow 65 is one of the top driver shafts for anyone that is serious about upping their game and taking that next step in terms of clubs. It has a very high kick point, perhaps the highest ive ever used and it is mounted in an 8. The stiffness in the tip and the butt come in perfect combination with the softer mid area. The atmos tour spec line is geared towards the performance golfer looking to keep the ball flighted down with low spin atmos is a true tour flighted line of shafts with a simple color coding red as the higher launching, blue as mid launch, black as the lowest launch similarities include.
Rightly said to be the the engine of the golf club, driver shafts influence the overall performance a great deal. The flex of a shaft is the most important factor which affects direction and distance. The synergy 50 is 58 grams and the synergy 60 is 66 grams. And finally, the availability to select a brandspecific adapter sleeve for golfers driver and the possibility for additional customization added more score to the products regarding this criterion. Taper tip irons designed to optimize the launch angle and spin rate for those golfers with a. Each week a member of our team will break down a topic related to golf shafts. Specifications like the length, weight, flex, torque, kickpoint and alignment of the shaft can simply make or. A high kick point essentially delofts the clubhead at impact, lowering trajectory. The project x hzrdus yellow shaft provides the same low spin and accuracy as the hzrdus black but with a slightly counter balanced feel introduction. So kickpoint isnt a singular point on a shaft, but rather an area along the shafts length where it exhibits the most flexing when a force such as a golf swing is applied. Project x evenflow shaft aims to smooth flex profile from.
Product marketing coordinator keenan phillips explains bend vs. In fact, they go so far as to compare it to a crashing wave in the pacific. Features the lowest hybrid shaft balance point in the industry. The change in feel from the original hzrdus black did make a noticeable.
The term refers to that region of a golf shaft at which the shaft exhibits the greatest amount of bend when the tip is pulled down. Project x lz55 46 graphite wood shafts monark golf. A high kick point essentially delofts the clubhead at. This driver shaft technology is working of the success of their iron shafts and provides a. As the leader in steel shaft technology, true temper designed the catalyst iron shafts with the idea of creating the best performing, stable shaft with properties similar to their steel shafts. Last year in 2018, titleist launched their t2 and t3 drivers. The performance of a golf club largely depends on the shaft length, torque, flex, alignment, weight, and kickpoint of the shaft. The result is a series of graphite shafts from 57 to 85 grams that should fit a wide variety of golfers. Heres the best driver shafts you can buy 2020 guide.
Theres light, theres superlight, and then theres the new pxv 39 from project x. Its january 12th, 2017, 24 hours before your preorder opportunity for us to place our orders for the new epic drivers. Kickpoint is the highest point the shaft is bending, by clamping down the grip and pressure is applied onto the club head, like in the swing. Our philosophy on shaft weight is that you should play the lightest shaft that you can. When project x was first launched, it may have been an unknown shaft company, but not anymore. Complete guide to project x flex codes golf club brokers blog. Low kick shafts are designed to launch the ball higher at impact. Many club makers or shop repairmen will refer to the slang version of kick point. Project x evenflow max carry driver shafts have a very soft tip, it is actually the softest tip so far of all evenflow models. Have you ever wondered what the number designation on your project x shaft means. I looked at four versions of the project x driver shaft, the original blue, the lighter weight black, the newer, pxv tour52 and the pxv. In the late part of the 2015 golf season which is technically the early part of the 2016 golf season, but well leave the silliness of pga tour scheduling for another day, project x s hzrdus black absolutely took off. In 2017 project x steel shafts won 6 times on the pga tour. Does anyone know why there are 2 regular flex shafts in tha aldila synergy line up.
Weve created an extensive list of project x shafts and their flex codes. Project x evenflow max carry driver shafts tourshopfresno. While i really liked this even feel, it is somewhat unique, most shafts have a kick point feel or a distinct transition, but this have a whip sensation that you will. Best golf shafts for drivers picking out a new driver is lots of fun. This is helpful to many weekend golfers who have average swing speeds and want to gain carry distance on their drives. Additionally, evenflow max carry driver shafts, just like their name implies, have the highest launch and ball spin which ultimately leads to huge gains in yardage. The golfworks tt08 project x hzrdus smoke black graphite wood shafts. Players with a swift swing require lessflex shafts, while players with slower swing require greater flex shafts. The kick point is the point at which the shaft will literally kick at the ball during impact, releasing any stored energy from the downswing and exploding at ball. And the engineers at true temper wanted to make sure they had a complete product with similar playability to project x steel shafts prior to making them available to the general public. Project xs evenflow shaft, which has been among the topplayed shafts on the pga tour and tour this season since being introduced earlier this year, is now ready for consumer use. The longawaited project x even flow riptide shafts are hitting the market the first week in january, 2020. Kick point in my opinion kick point is an outdated term as most club fitters now refer to a shafts launch properties simply as launch.
The x con 4 and 5 shafts weigh under 60 g, and are ideal if you have an average swing speed. Well update the list as more shafts are released in the future. Use our fitting wizard to see which of these shafts may work best for you. But if your driver is too light, you may have difficulty controlling the club throughout your swing, which increases the chance for offline shots. Project x graphite shaft models include driver, fairway, and hybrid models in a full range of frequencies project x shafts are fitted on frequency, not flex. My epic driver worked well but i tried a rogue with the aldila synergy reg flex 60 in it last summer. A mid kick point bows in the middle of the shaft and will have a mediumhigh trajectory. If your driver is too heavy, it can reduce your swing speed, which will hinder your distance and direction. Evenflow, riptide features torsional stability optimization which allows for an extremely stable shaft while maintaining the signature smooth evenflow feel. Terrific control with midrange kick point, providing stability and nice response at impact. In fact, 2019 saw the release of the taylormade m5 and m6 golf drivers and callaway released their 2019 epic flash drivers. These shafts are the next evolution of the popular even flow shafts that came in red, blue, black, white, and an oemonly green. Project x catalyst shafts are the latest release of graphite iron shafts from true temper. Kick point or launch is the shafts flexibility in the lower third of the shaft.
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