Which Golf Shaft Is Best, Graphite Or Steel?

Choosing between graphite and steel shafted golf clubs, for most golfers, should be a no-brain-er . The leading technology in golf is the graphite golf club shaft .  Every golfer should want to incorporate any available new technology to improve their game and lower their handicap. Granted , there are a very few golfers who like heavier clubs and play steel shafts very well. But, the lighter, faster graphite has been a boon to those wanting to increase their club head speed and improve club handling characteristics.

Graphite shafts have made a very significant impact on the game of golf. The extra yards gained by having the correct graphite shaft can be very significant.

Accuracy will not be an issue if the golfer takes care to choose a graphite shaft with low torque (2 to 3.5 degrees) and sufficient stiffness. Be warned that there are cheap, low quality graphite shafts on the market that are just not made well enough to improve any one’s game. In fact some of the cheap shafts may cause additional accuracy problems.

The primary advantage of the graphite shaft is the lighter weight. A wood shaft, weighing in at an average of 60 to 65 grams, is half the weight of the typical steel shaft (120 to 130 grams). This results in faster swing speeds which, of course, translate to greater distance. For the typical golfer, the graphite shaft will add 7 to 15 yards to their drives. The same added distance benefit is available in graphite shafted irons.

For senior golfers , graphite shafts can be a huge help in several ways and extend the years of enjoying the game. The lighter clubs are easier to handle and feel better than the heavy steel shafts. Because they are easier to handle, they can be guided on a more precise swing path, producing good accuracy and sufficient height in the ball trajectory . This all translates to more enjoyment .

Graphite shafts can be obtained in several places , pro shops, sporting goods dealers, and online golf stores who specialize in discount golf clubs and clone golf clubs.