After a tour fit by Cobra switching to graphite with my irons was a game changer, cleaned up strike adding 5/6 yards a club and still playing a stiff shaft so no loss of control
My elbow, wrist, and hand pain dropped considerably after switching to graphite in my irons. Performance wise very similar but the pain reduction will allow me to continue playing for many more years hopefully :D
@@notagolfer9340 I switched to Golf Pride CP2 Jumbo grips and it really helped my joints. So much that I have gone back to steel in my irons and wedges. I do keep a backup graphite set for cold weather golf.
I’ve got ZX5 in a KBS tour graphite iron shaft. Cost a fortune and I have to say I’m not overly sold on the graphite. So much so I’m looking at trading them in. Plus they have been pured.
Thanks for the video. I'm moving from stiff flex steel shafts to graphite in my irons this year. Got fitted 4 yrs ago when I had a 115 mph club head speed on my driver. After shoulder and elbow injuries 2 yrs ago, my swing speed is very different. I'm down to 90 mph. I'm hoping that the graphite shafts will ease the stress and let me keep on playing golf. I'm also looking to get fit for a new driver as well. So getting more distance isn't the issue. I'm just trying to reduce the end of season (sometimes end of round) pain in my shoulder and elbow. I hope the switch works. Have others found that graphite shafts help?
The lightweight nature of the graphite shafts should certainly reduce the strain on each swing and allow you to get more performance out of a slower swing speed, if anything I think more people could make the game easier for themselves by making the switch but can often be reluctant to. Hopefully it helps and means you can keep playing for longer ⛳
I just purchased the Callaway Edge and the only thing available was stiff shaft. I am a 37 year old who is 5 10 and weigh 215. I shoot in the mid 90s. I have no idea what my swing speed is. I won't receive the clubs for another week. Do you think it will be a good fit?
Thanks for another helpful video. Would love to see one comparing cheap steel shafts with more expensive steel. US prices range from $10 to well above $50 each. Wondering just how much difference there is.
This would be an interesting test, a lot of the time you need so much data to see any noticeable difference outside of your on dispersion patterns that it's hard to argue the benefits vs the price increase, but if it fits in the budget and feel like it adds to your game then give it a go
I like my graphite irons. but with wedges (S,G,L) i highly prefer steel, except for my Pitching wedge, aka 10 iron. Is that weird or do more people feel like that?
I'd be concerned about snapping the graphite shaft in irons, especially with the short ranged clubs like 8 through to wedges. A fitting session will help decide for me. If I can hit the ball well and consistently then I'm onto a winner.
They might snap a bit easier over the knee 😂 but hitting shots you'll be alright it might just take some getting used to a new feel, good luck with it and let us know if we can help!
My 3 and 4 irons are graphite, and the rest of my irons are steel. I hit my steel irons well, but can’t seem to not slice my graphite shafted irons. What am I doing wrong?
There could be a range of reasons, long irons will accentuate anything in your swing too. This is one of our most popular "slice cure" drills: ruclips.net/user/shortsunj6kQWQoDM
A lot will depend on strength. Steel is heavier so if you're stronger I would start there but if you're unsure, or prefer the feel of a lighter club, I'd suggest starting with Graphite as they can be a bit more friendly and easy to hit
I'd suggest just trying them out, my local range helped me out chosing my latest set of clubs and even let me test some of them. That set has been decent but now I'm moving on to something longer term so it's time in the ranges fitting bay with a pro for me and they'll help me work that out during the session based on feel and consistency.
There's no blanket right answer. If you want cheaper, go steel, if you want the lightest, go graphite and if you've tried one or the other and enjoy the different feel you get, then stick with that too, if there was one shaft that was best for everyone, there wouldn't be so many options
@@GolfShopOnline I personally think in some cases there is a right answer. When steel heads were developed you would have done a video promoting the benefits of wood and steel. We now know that wood is inferior. You can get cheap graphite now. There really isn’t anything that steel gives you in a shaft that graphite can’t. Graphite is a much superior product and you miss that in your review. It’s not my opinion, it’s just better. Basically you can pick the best weight and launch characteristics with graphite. You also get those benefits with less damaging vibration up your arm and back. The fallacies of feeling your misses with steel are just hold overs. Absolutely no one in ten years will use steel. You missed all that in your review.
Sounds great, fitting is always the best answer but I think some people can be reluctant to make the switch back to graphite but would be surprised by the benefits they could access ⛳
After a tour fit by Cobra switching to graphite with my irons was a game changer, cleaned up strike adding 5/6 yards a club and still playing a stiff shaft so no loss of control
Glad it's helped, people often associate it with loss of control not realising the variety of shaft options for graphite irons!
Love my graphite shafts in my Stealth irons......cheers from Canada
My elbow, wrist, and hand pain dropped considerably after switching to graphite in my irons. Performance wise very similar but the pain reduction will allow me to continue playing for many more years hopefully :D
That's fantastic! Any excuse to make the game easier and keep us playing for longer ⛳
which shafts did you switch to? I have seen the steelfiber 110i
@@KryzOrlinski UST Recoil 95
@@notagolfer9340 I switched to Golf Pride CP2 Jumbo grips and it really helped my joints. So much that I have gone back to steel in my irons and wedges. I do keep a backup graphite set for cold weather golf.
I wear a small glove. If I can play jumbo grips, anyone can play them.
I’ve got ZX5 in a KBS tour graphite iron shaft. Cost a fortune and I have to say I’m not overly sold on the graphite. So much so I’m looking at trading them in. Plus they have been pured.
Refreshing to see an honest assessment.
Thanks for the video. I'm moving from stiff flex steel shafts to graphite in my irons this year. Got fitted 4 yrs ago when I had a 115 mph club head speed on my driver. After shoulder and elbow injuries 2 yrs ago, my swing speed is very different. I'm down to 90 mph. I'm hoping that the graphite shafts will ease the stress and let me keep on playing golf. I'm also looking to get fit for a new driver as well. So getting more distance isn't the issue. I'm just trying to reduce the end of season (sometimes end of round) pain in my shoulder and elbow. I hope the switch works. Have others found that graphite shafts help?
The lightweight nature of the graphite shafts should certainly reduce the strain on each swing and allow you to get more performance out of a slower swing speed, if anything I think more people could make the game easier for themselves by making the switch but can often be reluctant to. Hopefully it helps and means you can keep playing for longer ⛳
I just purchased the Callaway Edge and the only thing available was stiff shaft. I am a 37 year old who is 5 10 and weigh 215. I shoot in the mid 90s. I have no idea what my swing speed is. I won't receive the clubs for another week. Do you think it will be a good fit?
That should be just fine, providing it's a comfortable weight it should be perfect!
Thanks for the simple explanation.
Glad it was helpful!
Thanks for another helpful video. Would love to see one comparing cheap steel shafts with more expensive steel. US prices range from $10 to well above $50 each. Wondering just how much difference there is.
This would be an interesting test, a lot of the time you need so much data to see any noticeable difference outside of your on dispersion patterns that it's hard to argue the benefits vs the price increase, but if it fits in the budget and feel like it adds to your game then give it a go
I like my graphite irons. but with wedges (S,G,L) i highly prefer steel, except for my Pitching wedge, aka 10 iron. Is that weird or do more people feel like that?
Hi, some people do prefer a stiffer flex in their wedges, as there is less movement within the shaft providing more consistency with shorter shots.
I put Steelfiber shafts in my P790 irons. Good combo.
Sounds great and long 🚀
I'd be concerned about snapping the graphite shaft in irons, especially with the short ranged clubs like 8 through to wedges. A fitting session will help decide for me. If I can hit the ball well and consistently then I'm onto a winner.
They might snap a bit easier over the knee 😂 but hitting shots you'll be alright it might just take some getting used to a new feel, good luck with it and let us know if we can help!
@@GolfShopOnline Thanks!
My 3 and 4 irons are graphite, and the rest of my irons are steel. I hit my steel irons well, but can’t seem to not slice my graphite shafted irons. What am I doing wrong?
There could be a range of reasons, long irons will accentuate anything in your swing too. This is one of our most popular "slice cure" drills: ruclips.net/user/shortsunj6kQWQoDM
what about the new light weight 70 gram steel shafts, are these a good option
Absolutely, some people like the feel of slightly heavier shaft, but so many golfers could benefit from lighter shafts to pick up a bit of speed etc
For someone completely new to Golf and looking to buy their first clubs, what would you personally recommend they go for? Steel or Graphite?
A lot will depend on strength. Steel is heavier so if you're stronger I would start there but if you're unsure, or prefer the feel of a lighter club, I'd suggest starting with Graphite as they can be a bit more friendly and easy to hit
I'd suggest just trying them out, my local range helped me out chosing my latest set of clubs and even let me test some of them. That set has been decent but now I'm moving on to something longer term so it's time in the ranges fitting bay with a pro for me and they'll help me work that out during the session based on feel and consistency.
Steel it is then.
I don’t watch your videos anymore because you almost never give a recommendation. Pick a side!
There's no blanket right answer. If you want cheaper, go steel, if you want the lightest, go graphite and if you've tried one or the other and enjoy the different feel you get, then stick with that too, if there was one shaft that was best for everyone, there wouldn't be so many options
@@GolfShopOnline I personally think in some cases there is a right answer. When steel heads were developed you would have done a video promoting the benefits of wood and steel. We now know that wood is inferior. You can get cheap graphite now. There really isn’t anything that steel gives you in a shaft that graphite can’t. Graphite is a much superior product and you miss that in your review. It’s not my opinion, it’s just better. Basically you can pick the best weight and launch characteristics with graphite. You also get those benefits with less damaging vibration up your arm and back. The fallacies of feeling your misses with steel are just hold overs. Absolutely no one in ten years will use steel. You missed all that in your review.
Ur welcome 😁
Im 50 next year gunna go for a fitting just to see 🏌🙂👍
Sounds great, fitting is always the best answer but I think some people can be reluctant to make the switch back to graphite but would be surprised by the benefits they could access ⛳