But one overlooked factor when buying a driver is your golf shaft. Golf club shaft chart guide when it comes to picking a graphite shaft for your driver or fairway woods, the number of choices that are available can be overwhelming, especially as golf companies continue. Instead of removing and replacing the shaft with a longer one, there is a simpler and cheaper method to increase the length of a club. How to measure driver shaft length the length of the golf clubs shaft in relation to the overall length of the club defines the length of the driver shaft. Our mission is to bring joy to all golfers by improving their game and maximizing their potential. I also show you some old school tricks just in case or in a pinch. New gdw premium graphite shaft extenders, now stronger and lighter. Should i consider extending the length of my golf driver shaft to hit longer shots. Maybe youve found a great set of graphite clubs at a garage sale or a used golf club retail store. Fit virtually all graphite shaft as well as the most popular steel shaft sizes. Your golf shaft should be intune with your game, engineered to control ball trajectory and provide directional control. Place the hooked blade under the lip of the grip and cut vertically through the grip, being careful not to scratch the shaft. Golf club repair how to extend a golf shaft youtube. To then get the swing weight down you can install a heavier grip andor counterbalance the butt end of the shaft.
Lengthen virtually any club on the market with our easytoinstall shaft extenders. Vgeby golf shaft adapter sleeve golf clubs connector for taylormade m3 m4 driver. The golfworks tt0128 project x hzrdus black 6575 graphite wood shaft. Using a steel shaft extender will create a shear point where the extension is made, causing almost certain shaft failure. Is this a diy job for its not worth it, just give it to a golf shop to. The epoxies that work well for shafting heads should work fine, but there are better imho epoxies to use for extensions. Take a minute to check out all the new featured shafts including diamana dlimited, tensei av raw, and mmt iron shafts. Any more may cause premature failure due to stress where the extension is made. The extension adhesive is a very strong, quick setting adhesive that features a slightly thicker viscosity and cures less brittle than most standard golf club shafting epoxy. Best golf shafts for drivers picking out a new driver is lots of fun. Golf shafts are constructed with a variety of flexes and flex profiles to match an individual golfers swing mechanics and level of strength. A common repair that most of you will be faced with or have been faced with in the past is the extending of shafts. Ive thought about extending my shafts for some time, along with adjusting the lie. Now, enough with all the talk, lets get out there with our extra long golf clubs for tall people and whack some balls.
Most players consider using longer shafts in their clubs at some time or another, believing that longer shafts equal more distance, although that isnt necessarily true. Effects of lengthening a golf club shaft by mike southern. From this form, the clubmakers have to cut the shaft, often from both the tip and grip ends, to properly install it into each clubhead. Extra long golf clubs for tall people and extensions tall. You may find your golf clubs are too short, either because you need more distance from the driver or your clubs do not fit your body dimensions. Our new patent pending design uses a military grade nylon plastic with fiber reinforced material, which possess toughness, resiliency and a high compressive strength. The golfworks universal golf shaft extensions graphite or steel shafts 3 pack. Adding glueing an extension to the shaft to make the shaft longer will add weight to the club both dynamic weight what the club actually weighs and swingweight what the club feels like. First of all you need to consider that the legal length for a driver from the rna and the usga is 48 inches. Extenders for graphite steel golf shafts hireko custom. Extending a steel shaft is pretty straight forward.
Steel and graphite shaft extensions and how to put them in a club. I did have another idea, so i wrote the shaft company to ask the same question about whether a 12 extension would actually make any difference. Golf components and custom golf clubs are our specialty at. Golf shaft extension graphite or steel golf shaft premium extender select size ebay. How to extend the shaft length of a driver if this is your first visit, be sure to check out the faq by clicking the link above. Currently, most male golfers are using 45 to 48 inches drivers, which is the maximum allowed under usga rules of golf. The universal plastic shaft extension can be used on both steel and graphite shafts. Our extenders for graphite steel golf shafts fit virtually all graphite shaft as well as the most popular steel shaft sizes. We keep the cost low, and our service is legendary. Graphite shaft extensions the source for all your golf needs.
Professional golf accessories factory, allfit adapter,clgolf adapter, golf weight, golf wrench, golf shim, golf screw, golf headcover, driver headcover, woods. Lengthening the shaft increases the swing weight, which makes the club head feel heavier. Using a steel shaft extender will create a shear point where the extension is made. Swing weight isnt an actual weight so much as a comparison of the difference in weight between the club head and the butt end of the shaft. The golfworks is the leader in golf club components and accessories. Select from regular, firm, stiff, ladies or seniors flex constructed from graphite or steel. A customlike shaft will provide the feel and performance youre. Steel and graphite shaft extensions and how to put them in a.
So, would an extension make a positive or negative effect. Jul 12, 2018 a shaft extension could definitely be an option and shouldnt effect feel or performance if done right. Not putting a hole, but a good dent in the shaft right below where the extension goes in. Diy shaft extensions and grips the sand trap golf forum. I will guarantee you that extension will never come out on its own. This extension is 12 in length and is designed to be cut in half, so each one can be used to extend two shafts up to 3. These 3 extensions are made of injectionmolded graphite for strength and durability. Ive read some about wrong weight when the shaft is extended, wrong flex etc. Golf shaft adapter, golf putter shaft sleeve aluminum alloy shaft adapter for taylormade m1 m2 driver golf training tool. Mar 25, 2018 when golf shafts are manufactured and shipped to clubmakers and clubmaking companies, they are in what is called a raw, uncut form. The golf works 3 pack universal golf shaft extensions graphite or steel shafts. Because the spin is so high when you hit it with a weaker flex, the wind will magnify the spin and decrease your distance and accuracy. Golfworks steel shaft butt extensions dicks sporting goods.
The distance from your wrist to the floor is the best indicator of how to find the right length of shaft. The higher the swing speed, the stiffer the shaft flex should be. Just apply epoxy, slide the extender into the shaft butt, let the epoxy cure and cut to length. We are the premier online suppliers of golf club components, including iron heads, driver heads, shafts, grips, clubmaking supplies and other parts for sale. Its expressed as a letternumber combination, such as c9 or d2. Choosing the best golf shaft is essential for getting the most distance and accuracy from each shot on the course. The universal shaft extensions will work with almost any steel or graphite shaft. Or perhaps you bought your teen some clubs that hes outgrown. We have thousands of shafts from more than a dozen manufacturers aldila, fujikura, oban, mitsubishi, va composite, graphite design and more. How to extend the shaft length of a driver i would like to extend my driver 45 to 46 or 46. Extending a graphite shaft club makingfittingrepair. Since our inception in 1995, fujikura composites america has been at the forefront of design and development to produce the worlds best golf shafts. Sep 07, 2015 monark golf is now offering a new system of premium golf shaft extenders to properly extend a graphite shaft and even steel golf shafts.
Discover the difference a fujikura shaft will make to your golf. Grips, shafts, heads, custom clubs, clubmaking tools and supplies, golf balls and more. By lengthening the graphite shafts with an extender, you may be able to use that secondhand set of clubs or keep your sons clubs for a few more years and. If you know how to cut a golf shaft or how to extend it, you dont ever have to worry about purchasing the correct length of. Hireko is a full line distributor of parage golf maker of the original graphite shaft extension. Regrip and reshaft your golf clubs with these essential golf club building supplies and tools, such as grip tape, solvent, epoxy, and installers. Oem manufacturer, golf adapter, golf sleeve, allfit allfit golf. Golf shaft extension no more second guessing, accurately determines the exact sized extender you need.
A shaft extension could definitely be an option and shouldnt effect feel or performance if done right. When considering what shaft length to actually have in your driver, you need to weigh up lots of different options. Buy colorcoded graphite steel golf shaft extenders direct at. Alternatively, this is the difference between the length of the overall golf club and the length of the clubhead. The main difference between extending a steel shaft and a graphite shaft is that on the latter, the inside diameter can vary considerably from one shaft model to the next, depending on the weight category and flex. A steelshafted club imparts more vibrations up the shaft to your hands. Pro taylor fit nano made pga tour 65 gram graphite golf wood shafts a, r or s flex. Length of shafts according to height in golf sportsrec.
Ive read on a few other forums that its a pretty widely used procedure. However, in 21st century, 45 inches drivers are considered as standard. Shaft extension compare shaft extensions from steel shaft, plastic graphite shaft extensions, get the best price deals on golf shaft extension from. Like i said i dont imagine this is something you want to try on your first time, but its great for securing the extension in the shaft. The golfworks offers graphite extensions for standard or ultralite shafts. How to install golf shaft extenders hireko custom golf. Nov 16, 2018 the fairway woods are used for distance and at times to attack the green, and most players use graphite shafts that are lighter than steel. Featured golf shafts read more featuring moderately stronger butt and tip sections with a more active middle section, the zfseries takes the signature smooth bend profile diamana bfseries and. One of the most common repairs a golf clubmaker will encounter is extending golf clubs.
For example, if you are 6feet tall and your wristtofloor measurement is 35 inches, a standard length driver 44 inches for a steel shaft driver and. What do half inch long shafts do to your golf shot. Pro taylor fit nano made pga tour 65 gram graphite golf wood shafts. The golfworks extension adhesive the extension adhesive is a very strong, quick setting adhesive that features a slightly thicker viscosity and cures less brittle than most standard golf club shafting epoxy. Its the details that make the difference in your round. Shop a wide selection of golfworks steel shaft butt extensions at dicks sporting goods and. A subscriber asked about shaft extensions and here it is. Extending shafts is a relatively simple operation that can add substantial profits to your shop. How to install golf shaft extenders hireko custom golf clubs and. Also can you be sure that the driver shaft in the shop was butt trimmed to 44 and not tip. Use these steel shaft butt extensions to extend shafts and increase the length of clubs.
The graphite golf shaft measuring gauge sold separately helps simplify and determine the correct shaft extension for the job. Tall players like bubba watson have to use longer shafts in all of their clubs. Accra golf club shafts, fujikura golf driver shafts, callaway driver. Best golf shafts for drivers online, custom golf shafts. It can help minimize labor and maximize fit in lieu of a caliper.
Shop a wide selection of golfworks steel shaft butt extensions at dicks sporting goods and order online for the finest quality products from the top brands you trust. Golf club shaft chart guide when it comes to picking a graphite shaft for your driver or fairway woods, the number of choices that are available can be overwhelming, especially as golf companies continue to offer more and more in the way of custom options. None of my equipment is fitted, i know i suffer from this. Club building supplies tagged shaft extensions grips4less. Graphite golf shafts are lighter than steel shafts, resulting in an increase in swing speed and distance. In fact, 2019 saw the release of the taylormade m5 and m6 golf drivers and callaway released their 2019 epic flash drivers. Jun 12, 2012 has anyone extended a graphite shaft using an old graphite shaft. The shaft lengthyour height partially determines the length of shaft you should have on your golf club, but so too does your arm length, which can be independent of your height. Should i consider extending the shaft on my golf driver to.
Swinging with a weak shaft flex can hurt you in both windy and wet conditions. A golf shaft that is too weak will flex excessively throughout the golf swing, creating an inconsistent release point. Our extenders for graphite steel golf shafts fit virtually all graphite. Here are the 19 custom shafts you can get for great big. There is no specific rule for wedge length fitting golfer comfort and golfer stanceposture is the guide for wedge lengths after the pw. Extra long golf clubs for tall people and extensions. Will adding shaft extensions hurt the clubs performance. Todays tip involves the extension of graphite shafts and steel shafts. Last year in 2018, titleist launched their t2 and t3 drivers.
Golf shaft extension graphite or steel golf shaft premium extender select size. Dallas golf company is proud to be one of the leading online sellers of custom, aftermarket golf shafts for drivers. Golf driver shafts, stiff flex shafts, regular shafts, senior shafts. Premium golf shaft extensions for graphite shafts this is for two 2 pcs golf shaft extenders for oversize size graphite shafts. Why lie angle of your golf club is crucial to your golf game. First of all you need to consider that the legal length for a driver.
Price is for 5 extenders which is good for 10 clubs 12. If you know how to cut a golf shaft or how to extend it, you. We are the premier online suppliers of golf club components, including iron heads, driver heads, shafts, grips, clubmaking. Has anyone extended a graphite shaft using an old graphite shaft. I show you what to use and how to use an extension for a golf club shaft. For nongolfers or those just starting to get into the sport it can seem almost impossible that the design of the shaft will have much effect on the overall swing of the user. Dec 11, 2018 a standard golf industry chart, such as the one found at the club shack, applies your wristtofloor measurement to your height to generally determine the length of the clubs that fit you best. The lighter weight allows for a longer shaft, but the 3wood shaft is normally cut an inch shorter than the driver to offer more control. Also can you be sure that the driver shaft in the shop was butt trimmed to 44 and not tip trimmed.
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