Do shafts matter?
Accra AXIV XE
A “tetra weave” in the accra AXIV XE lays graphite fibers in four directions in only one ply of material ($425, accragolf.com).
Fujikura Rombax X
The Fujikura Rombax X uses a box-weave material to stabilize the shaft at impact ($300, fujikuragolf.com).
Graphite Design Tour AD Quattro Tech
The low kick-point Graphite Design Tour AD Quattro Tech uses minimal resin, ultra-high modulus materials ($380, gdintl.com).
Mitsubishi Rayon Diamana Whiteboard
An extremely stable tip in Mitsubishi Rayon Diamana WhiteBoard is designed to minimize spin ($350, mitsubishirayongolf.com).
Matrix Ozik TP-7x
The Matrix Ozik TP-7x features a ballistic-grade Zylon wrap to increase hoop strength (minimize shaft deformation) as well as dampen vibration ($1,200, mccshafts.com).
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