Can you use a steel shaft in a driver?

Can you use a steel shaft in a driver?

Being that distance is crucial in golf, playing with steel driver shafts is seen as a competitive disadvantage in the modern game. According to Titleist, Walker is expected to use True Temper X100 steel shafts in his Titleist TS3 driver and Titleist TS3 fairway wood.

Do pros use steel shafts?

The majority of PGA Tour pros will use graphite shafts for their woods and steel shafts for their irons. This is because they generally have high swing speeds and benefit from the stiffer, more durable, steel shafts. Also, steel shafts provide more feedback through the hands after each shot.

Do metal golf drivers wear out?

Fact is, metal, even one as strong as titanium, suffers fatigue, especially when thinned to the level of a driver face. Over time, repeated hits can cause the driver face to be altered to a point where what was once conforming becomes nonconforming and, eventually, crack.

What does a stiff driver shaft do?

Generally speaking, a driver shaft that’s too stiff will cause shots to launch too low, with too little spin and low peak heights. A shaft that’s too weak, on the other hand, may cause shots to spin too much, fly too high, and widen dispersion patterns.

Why do pros use steel shaft irons?

The main benefit of the steel-shafted club is it imparts more vibrations up the shaft to the player’s hands. Skilled players often desire this feedback. A skilled player can often tell what they may have done wrong or right by the feel of the swing and impact; more so than a beginner.

What is the lifespan of a golf driver?

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How Long Do Golf Drivers Last? A driver has about a five-year lifespan. For those who play golf often, drivers will likely have less than a five-year lifespan. Sadly, the lifespan of drivers isn’t quite as long as that of irons.

Are graphite shafts better than steel?

Historically speaking, steel shafts have been better for more advanced or higher swing speed players. Graphite has been more ideal for people with more moderate swings or players wanting maximum distance.