Is uniflex and regular flex the same?
Regular is the most flexible and should be used by average swing speeds, Uniflex are slightly more sturdy and stiff is as the name suggest, less flexible and reserved for faster swing speeds. A uniflex shaft offers you an option when you are not sure whether you should be playing a regular flex or a stiff flex shaft.
What is uniflex shaft used for?
U – Uniflex shafts are for golfers who swing the club above 90 mph. Ideal for most male golfers and those tending to lose their strength. R – Regular flex for swing speeds from 75 mph to 90 mph.
What is uniflex shaft in Callaway?
+ What is “Uniflex”? Uniflex shafts are designed to increase stiffness with increased speed and become more flexible with a slower swing. These are the most common steel shafts in golf today. They are ideal for golfers who normally maintain a swing speed between 75 and 95 miles per hour.
How do you choose between stiff and regular flex?
If you have a slower swing speed, you are probably going to want to choose regular shafted clubs because the additional flex will provide a little more power and accuracy. When you swing harder, the stiff flex will be more controlled and give you the punch you need to hit better shots.
Do pros use stiff shafts?
Most PGA Tour pros will use stiff or extra stiff in their shafts. It is rare to find someone swinging a regular shaft with the amount of swing speed those guys have.
How do I know if I need stiff or regular flex?
What is a UniFLEX shaft?
A uniflex shaft is a unique option designed to fit a large majority of golfers. The uniflex shaft will vary slightly between manufacturers, but it is usually a mix of a stiff and regular shaft (a bit closer to the regular than the stiff). They are a middle of the road shaft that will suit people with a medium swing speed the best.
How can you tell if a golf shaft is UniFLEX or stiff?
If you see an R on the golf shaft is generally a men’s regular shaft. If you see an S on the shaft, it is probably a men’s stiff. For the uniflex shaft, you will likely see a U or sometimes something that may say R/S.
What happens if you use the wrong flex shafts?
Many uniflex shafts are closer to stiff than regular. It just depends on the model. Shaft too soft might result in: higher ball flight, higher spin rate. Is there a guide out there somewhere that explains what would happen to your shots if you are using the wrong flex shafts?
When to swing a flex vs a UniFLEX?
If you see that the Regular flex goes up to about 95 and the stiff goes up to about 110, it would be best to swing a uniflex if you are anywhere between 90-100 mph in swing speed.