Torque Rating and Tipping

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By Tyler M

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  1. Tyler M

    Tyler M
    Montgomery, TX

    Hi all,

    I am looking at getting a new shaft for my driver and I have a couple of questions. I have gone to a fitter here in Houston, but I really was not impressed with his answers. Actually, I was kind of put off by his attitude so I decided I would come here to get multiple opinions. 

    I have a swing speed of about 120mph, steeper than average attack angle, but I also have about anywhere from 3500 to 4000 rpm ball spin. I have been told that having a lower Torque Rating will bring down your RPM's which is what I would like to do because when I miss hit I usually end up with that ever so awesome duck hook left. Is this a fairly accurate statement? If not, is there something else I am missing in trying to cut my spin rate down? 

    I would also like to shorten my shaft from the standard 46" to around 45 to 45 1/2". I think the club overall is a tad bit too long as I am having to choke up on the shaft now to consistently swing comfortably. I was told by this club fitter that tipping the shaft or cutting from the butt isn't really going to do anything for me. I think he missed my point. I know shaft manufacturers have their own trimming guides and everything, but I would just like to get everyone's opinion and see what you all prefer. I know tipping the shaft will make it stiffer which is fine, but if I am just cutting it down half an inch to an inch would there be any detrimental effect to the club?

    Thanks,

    Tyler M.

  2. Diana K

    Diana K
    MERRITT ISLAND, FL

    Tyler, Find a shaft such as a Diamana White/Board in a mid weight spine the shaft 12 o'clock that is straight up. You will see a drop in RPM. Classicgolfstx@cfl.rr.com

  3. Tyler M

    Tyler M
    Montgomery, TX

    Diana, Thank you for the information. I have been researching the process on spine aligning a shaft, but still a little fuzzy on it. I will continue to look into it. I think if I remember correctly most recommend using the FLO process? Also, I have been reading some articles that actually say it doesn't do anything. Any info is greatly appreciated.

    Thanks,

    Tyler M.

  4. Matt B

    Matt B
    Columbus, OH

    A steep angle of attack is going to create more spin, it would be beneficial to work on getting the club more on plane, swinging slightly up to reduce spin. As far as torque goes, the lower torque will help with dispersion on miss hits. IMO the only thing to lower spin is getting into a firmer tip. Go to the Titleist shaft performance guide and try to find something with a firmer tip flex than what you are currently playing, maybe 900+. (the higher the number - the firmer the tip)
  5. Tyler M

    Tyler M
    Montgomery, TX

    Matt,

    Thanks for the recommendation. I have been working on getting my club more on plane now so hopefully I will start to see some improvement. I am pretty much set on getting a new shaft, but I am now thinking about just getting the 915D3. Still have some thinking to do. Thank you for your help!

    Tyler M.

  6. Matt B

    Matt B
    Columbus, OH

    Tyler I would recommend looking at the Titleist shaft performance guide, found in the golf clubs tab. This guide gives you the specs on every shaft Titleist offers. They measure both the butt cpm & tip cpm. This would give you some idea what to try out, Titleist will send your pro/fitter a demo shaft of whatever you need. Take advantage of the great customer service team they offer!

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