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Hi, This is a follow-up to my question on Fila graphite shafts, which a clubmaker is offerring to make for me on PI3+ clones with graphite stiff and a torque of 3. They are advertising on EBAY 169.99 plus shipping plus throwing in both the 52 and 56 wedges…I’m currently playing ping zing clones (otherwise known as system 5 heads) with s100 stainless shafts, and am trying to figure if it’s worth a try on the graphite side…so graphite users, please reply, and ANYONE with any knowledge on the Fila grahites, I’d appreciate your interest too! Thanks, Rusty
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Hi, This is a follow-up to my question on Fila graphite shafts, which a clubmaker is offerring to make for me on PI3+ clones with graphite stiff and a torque of 3. They are advertising on EBAY 169.99 plus shipping plus throwing in both the 52 and 56 wedges…I’m currently playing ping zing clones (otherwise known as system 5 heads) with s100 stainless shafts, and am trying to figure if it’s worth a try on the graphite side…so graphite users, please reply, and ANYONE with any knowledge on the Fila grahites, I’d appreciate your interest too! Thanks, Rusty
AFAIK, Fila does not make graphite shafts. They, like a lot of OEM’s, have their shafts made for them by various companies, such as Adila, Rapport, True-Temper etc. You have to be careful here, since there are a lot of graphite shafts made by lower end companies, where cost of production is paramount and quality is no where to be seen. Why do you figure you need graphite rather than steel shafts??? — David Sneddon Hi-Tech Turf Synthetic Turf Applications ==
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Hi, This is a follow-up to my question on Fila graphite shafts, which a clubmaker is offerring to make for me on PI3+ clones with graphite stiff and a torque of 3. They are advertising on EBAY 169.99 plus shipping plus throwing in both the 52 and 56 wedges…I’m currently playing ping zing clones (otherwise known as system 5 heads) with s100 stainless shafts, and am trying to figure if it’s worth a try on the graphite side…so graphite users, please reply, and ANYONE with any knowledge on the Fila grahites, I’d appreciate your interest too! Thanks, Rusty
I use graphite shafts in my irons, and will not go back to steel. There is a nice feel to graphite that I have really grown to like, and steel feels really harsh in comparison. I use lightweight graphite shafts and the clubs are the same lengths as if they had steel shafts. I am at least 1 full club longer with the same clubs in graphite vs steel, and don’t feel like I need to swing hard at all to get a nice shot (which was my original reason for getting graphite, same swing = more swingspeed with lightweight graphite over regular steel, all else *EQUAL*). I don’t buy the accuracy argument at all and sexuality is related to golf shafts only in the minds of those having problems with their sexuality. — RSG Masters 2004 pre-preliminary format http://home.att.net/~frostback2002 RSG Roll Call: http://rec-sport-golf.com/?rc=frostback "The privilege of a lifetime is being who you are" Joseph Campbell
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Hi, This is a follow-up to my question on Fila graphite shafts, which a clubmaker is offerring to make for me on PI3+ clones with graphite stiff and a torque of 3. They are advertising on EBAY 169.99 plus shipping plus throwing in both the 52 and 56 wedges…I’m currently playing ping zing clones (otherwise known as system 5 heads) with s100 stainless shafts, and am trying to figure if it’s worth a try on the graphite side…so graphite users, please reply, and ANYONE with any knowledge on the Fila grahites, I’d appreciate your interest too! Thanks, Rusty
Make a list of pros and cons for graphite vs, steel in your irons. Unless you have a medical condition requiring graphite shafts. you’ll have a hard time justifying their expense. I started with steel, went graphite for a few years and am now back to steel, which I prefer. Kenny — Kenny Stultz – Troll and SPAM intolerant RSG Rollcall: http://rec-sport-golf.com/members/?rollcall=stultzk "Golf is the only sport where a precise knowledge of the Rules can earn one a reputation for poor sportsmanship"
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Make a list of pros and cons for graphite vs, steel in your irons. Unless you have a medical condition requiring graphite shafts. you’ll have a hard time justifying their expense.
On the other hand, as cheap as I am, I don’t find the difference between a graphite and a steel shaft make a significant difference in the cost of a club. Not compared to other golfing expenses.
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Hi, This is a follow-up to my question on Fila graphite shafts, which a clubmaker is offerring to make for me on PI3+ clones with graphite stiff and a torque of 3. They are advertising on EBAY 169.99 plus shipping plus throwing in both the 52 and 56 wedges…I’m currently playing ping zing clones (otherwise known as system 5 heads) with s100 stainless shafts, and am trying to figure if it’s worth a try on the graphite side…so graphite users, please reply, and ANYONE with any knowledge on the Fila grahites, I’d appreciate your interest too! Thanks, Rusty
I play MCC MFS 115 shafts (http://www.mccshafts.com/Products/MFS115.html) in my irons because they feel terrific; however, they are neither light nor cheap. At the price your describing, my bet is that you would be better off with steel. YMMV. Jeff
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- Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – Hi, This is a follow-up to my question on Fila graphite shafts, which a clubmaker is offerring to make for me on PI3+ clones with graphite stiff and a torque of 3. They are advertising on EBAY 169.99 plus shipping plus throwing in both the 52 and 56 wedges…I’m currently playing ping zing clones (otherwise known as system 5 heads) with s100 stainless shafts, and am trying to figure if it’s worth a try on the graphite side…so graphite users, please reply, and ANYONE with any knowledge on the Fila grahites, I’d appreciate your interest too! Thanks, Rusty I use graphite shafts in my irons, and will not go back to steel. There is a nice feel to graphite that I have really grown to like, and steel feels really harsh in comparison. I use lightweight graphite shafts and the clubs are the same lengths as if they had steel shafts. I am at least 1 full club longer with the same clubs in graphite vs steel, and don’t feel like I need to swing hard at all to get a nice shot (which was my original reason for getting graphite, same swing = more swingspeed with lightweight graphite over regular steel, all else *EQUAL*). I don’t buy the accuracy argument at all and sexuality is related to golf shafts only in the minds of those having problems with their sexuality.
I have a set of Deep Red fatshaft graphite irons, and a set of Tommy Armour 845 steel shafted irons. I play with the graphites because I get better results, and they are more fun to use. The only thing I’ve found the steel clubs better for is chipping. Of course, I know 90% of the guys in here will disagree.
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– Hide quoted text — Show quoted text – Hi, This is a follow-up to my question on Fila graphite shafts, which a clubmaker is offerring to make for me on PI3+ clones with graphite stiff and a torque of 3. They are advertising on EBAY 169.99 plus shipping plus throwing in both the 52 and 56 wedges…I’m currently playing ping zing clones (otherwise known as system 5 heads) with s100 stainless shafts, and am trying to figure if it’s worth a try on the graphite side…so graphite users, please reply, and ANYONE with any knowledge on the Fila grahites, I’d appreciate your interest too! Thanks, Rusty I use graphite shafts in my irons, and will not go back to steel. There is a nice feel to graphite that I have really grown to like, and steel feels really harsh in comparison. I use lightweight graphite shafts and the clubs are the same lengths as if they had steel shafts. I am at least 1 full club longer with the same clubs in graphite vs steel, and don’t feel like I need to swing hard at all to get a nice shot (which was my original reason for getting graphite, same swing = more swingspeed with lightweight graphite over regular steel, all else *EQUAL*). I don’t buy the accuracy argument at all and sexuality is related to golf shafts only in the minds of those having problems with their sexuality. I have a set of Deep Red fatshaft graphite irons, and a set of Tommy Armour 845 steel shafted irons. I play with the graphites because I get better results, and they are more fun to use. The only thing I’ve found the steel clubs better for is chipping. Of course, I know 90% of the guys in here will disagree.
I changed clubs to stiff graphite shafts,Taylor Mades Ti2 about 5 years ago and still have not adjusted to the difference. I gave my old clubs to my friend, (steel shafts) and she does very well with them. Actually, to the dismay of our regular foursome. We play as a regular foursome every Sunday and she has gone from about a 25 hcp to a 10 hcp in four years. It’s a hoot because I caught so much grief over allowing a "woman" to play in our group and now she beats 2 of the 4. I wish I could get my old clubs back.