What does Shaft Flex actually mean, and what is the shaft flex in your golf clubs
The vast majority of people do not know what their shaft flex, torque, or brand is, and don’t really understand what those terms mean. They are however important to your game, and have a huge impact on your score. If your shaft is too stiff, your shots will probably be low and to the right, if the torque on your shaft is too high, you will probably hook your shots high to the left. Experts say that the shaft is the most important part of the golf club, and choosing the right one is the only way to improve your handicap and provide you with the feel and control you need to play a good game. Modern golf shafts have a lot of variables which makes the process of selecting one rather difficult as it is both an art and a science to get it right. You want to talk to a pro to eliminate the many pitfalls, and at least aim in the right direction. When you have the right shaft in your club, it will feel right, you will get better distance and accuracy, and you will get lower scores.
What is the Shaft Flex in Your clubs
Shaft Flex is the amount of bend in a shaft, usually defined by one of five letters: L (ladies), A (senior), R (regular), S (stiff), and X (extra stiff), from most flexible to least. There are two main things to consider when determining the correct flex and these are swing speed (club head speed at impact) and Swing tempo (elapsed time of your swing). If club head speed is fast, you will need a stiffer shaft. If they are slow, you can use a more flexible (softer) shaft. Most people overestimate their club head speed, and end up with a golf club which does not suit them. It is best to have your club head speed measured accurately using a normal swing, so the person designing your club can determine the correct shaft for you.
Why do the same shaft flexes feel different
Since there are no set standards between manufacturers, a company can produce a shaft and assign it as a regular flex, which could be totally different from another organization’s regular flex. In fact the same shaft will feel different if you use a different club head, as the changes in the head design, weight, and hosel length, will make it feel totally different. The shaft itself will feel different if the tip is a different diameter, as the larger tip usually feels a bit stiffer. It is not a bad idea to try out different shafts, but make sure they are set up correctly, and fitted by the same person, as otherwise the results will not really be comparable.
Contact Better Golf clubs who will design a club for you with the right shaft flex, which will not only will help you play better golf, it will also increase your confidence, and optimize your game.