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Unsure how to determine the best type of shaft for your clubs? Below are some basic guidelines to minimize confusion and help point you in the right direction.

For superior accuracy, have your clubs custom-fitted at Dale’s Winning Edge. This will ensure your shafts are perfectly compatible with your game when it comes to flex, material and length.

Flex

Shaft types are defined by the amount of flex they provide. From stiffest to softest, the ratings are:

· Extra Stiff (XS)
· Stiff (S)
· Firm (F)
· Regular (R)
· Senior (S)
· Ladies (L)

When considering how much flex you need in your shafts, begin with this rule of thumb: the longer the distance you get with your driver, the stiffer the shafts you’ll need. Below are some general indicators for applying the distance/stiffness ratio.

Clearly, there’s room for more specific matching within these levels. Certain attributes will call for Firm or Senior flex shafts, for example … left-prone drives often benefit from a stiffer flex … right-oriented drives tend to require a softer flex. Smoothness of swing should also be considered.

Count on the experts at Dale’s to assess all the characteristics of your game when it comes to shaft selection.

Materials

At Dale’s Winning Edge, our extensive assortment of high-quality clubs features a variety of shaft materials: steel (both stepped steel and rifle steel), graphite, multi-material and titanium.

Each material offers its own set of properties and advantages. The staff at Dale’s is happy to provide details on the features of each – as well as factors relating to torque, weight, flex point and more.

Length

To gauge proper shaft length, see guides below, measuring from where your wrist and hand meet to the floor.

· 29” – 32”: Irons should be based on a 5-iron length of 37”
· 33” – 34”: Irons should be based on a 5-iron length of 37 ½”
· 35” – 36”: Irons should be based on a 5-iron length of 38”
· 37” – 38”: Irons should be based on a 5-iron length of 38 ½”
· 39” – 40”: Irons should be based on a 5-iron length of 39”
· 41” & Up: Irons should be based on a 5-iron length of 39 ½”