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Graphite Design VF Shaft: A Closer Look

Today, we’re diving deeper into the world of golf shafts, specifically focusing on the Graphite Design VF shaft. This shaft has been making waves in the golfing community, with notable players like Tiger Woods and Justin Thomas opting to use it in their clubs. In this blog, we’ll explore the unique features of the VF shaft, its design philosophy, and how it can benefit different types of golfers.

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The VF Shaft: Victory Force Technology

The VF in the Graphite Design VF shaft stands for Victory Force, highlighting the shaft’s ability to provide stability and power to players. The VF shaft is known for its handle stiffness, 

making it ideal for golfers who prefer a more stable feel in their clubs. As we move from the handle to the mid and tip sections of the shaft, it becomes even stiffer, catering to players who want a bit more aggression in their shots.

Dual Torque Design

One of the key design elements of the VF shaft is its dual torque design. This design concept focuses on creating a shaft that offers varying levels of torque along its length. Torque, in the context of golf shafts, refers to the shaft’s ability to resist twisting during the swing. A higher torque shaft will feel softer and more forgiving, while a lower torque shaft will feel more rigid and controlled.

Benefits for Different Players

The Graphite Design VF shaft caters to a wide range of players, from those looking for a smoother feel to those seeking a more aggressive shot. Players with high swing speeds and aggressive playing styles can benefit from the stability and control offered by the VF shaft. The dual torque design helps minimiSe twisting on off-centrE strikes, ensuring consistent performance on the course.

Player Feedback and Performance

In the golfing community, the VF shaft has garnered praise for its performance and feel. Players who have tried the VF shaft have noted its stability, smoothness, and overall performance on the course. The shaft has gained popularity not only for its association with top players like Tiger Woods and Justin Thomas but also for its proven results in terms of launch and spin characteristics.

Try It for Yourself

If you’re curious about the Graphite Design VF shaft or looking to add some stability to your game, consider giving it a try. Visit your nearest AF Golf Store to test out the VF shaft in different weight options, ranging from 50g to 80g. Whether you’re a Tiger Woods fan or simply seeking a high-performance shaft, the VF shaft offers a versatile option for players of all levels.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the Graphite Design VF shaft is a game-changing option for golfers looking to enhance their performance on the course. With its Victory Force technology, dual torque design, and player-approved performance, the VF shaft delivers stability, control, and power to players of all skill levels. Take your game to the next level with the Graphite Design VF shaft and experience the difference for yourself.

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Exceptional Feel & Unrivalled Stability – Graphite Design Custom Shafts Are Here!

Exceptional feel and unrivalled stability are just two of many factors that we want to offer our customers in a fitting session. 

Every club we offer comes standard with stock shafts which will all hold their own  attributes from different kick points and torque rates, but when it’s time to really up the feel and consistency in the contact, looking at a custom shaft can offer the perfect solution to better ball striking and consistent in flight. 

At AFGolfStore, we have always had the option to offer a custom shaft over standard stock, however, up until now it is not been a topic we have shouted about due to our limited access in fittings.

However, with the introduction of new custom shafts to our workshop and fitting studios, such as the incoming LAGP shafts and now the Graphite Design Tour AD shafts we have a great selection to ensure our customers seeking a higher profile custom shaft have the options to try at their disposal. 

WHAT TOUR AD SHAFTS WILL BE AVAILABLE IN A CUSTOM FITTING?

Read about them in the drop down tabs. 

The Tour AD DI “DEEP IMPACT” is designed to provide golfers with more power and stability in a golf shaft. Designed and manufactured exclusively at the Graphite Design factory headquarters in Japan, the Tour AD DI orange colored option received a cosmetic refresh in the Spring of 2020 and are available in 50g R2 (Lite), R1 (Regular) and S flex, 60g SR (Stiff Regular), S, X and TX (Tour X-Stiff) flex, 70g S, X and TX (Tour X-Stiff) flex and 80g S, X and TX (Tour X-Stiff) flex.  The unique shaft profile and designs of the Tour AD DI wood shafts remain exactly the same and only the cosmetics of the orange version have been re-freshened.

The Tour AD DI is our first shaft design that was integrated with Toray Company’s original NANOALLOY material technology in the tip section of the shaft.  This material technology has now come to be known as “DI Technology”.  This unique material technology promotes additionally shaft stability without the loss of feel and allows the player to create greater club head speed resulting in greater ball speed while still providing exceptional feel and control.

FEATURES & TECHNOLOGY:

  • DI TECHNOLOGY- Consisting of the advanced, 1st generation of Toray Composites NANOALLOY Material Technology for increased stability in the mid to tip region and unsurpassed feel.
  • All weights and flexes are available in two color options of either Orange or Black.
  • 50 ton ultra-premium, high modulus, aerospace quality carbon fiber materials.
  • Graphite Design proprietary Material Stiffness Integration (MSI) design philosophy and technology.

     

    BEND PROFILE:

    BUTT SectionMID SectionTIP Section
    MEDIUMMEDIUMSTIFF

The Graphite Design Tour AD XC – designed for “Xtra Carry, was Designed and is manufactured at the Graphite Design Japan factory headquarters and is black with silver and red accents, a silver fade at the tip and finished with a matte clear coat.

The Tour AD XC shaft profile is softer in the butt section, stiff in the center section and has a stiff tip to promote low/mid launch angle and low spin with the ball. The Tour AD XC also utilizes the brand new TORAYCA® M40X carbon-fiber pre-preg in the Mid to Tip Section of the shaft as well as the TORAYCA® T1100G carbon-fiber pre-preg with NANOALLOY® technology in the tip section of the shaft for unrivaled shaft stability and precise ball control without the loss of the exceptional feel that Graphite Design shafts are so well known for.

FEATURES & TECHNOLOGY:

  • TORAYCA MX40 carbon-fiber pre-preg
  • TORAYCA T1100G carbon-fiber pre-preg with NANOLLOY technology for increased stability in the mid to tip region and unsurpassed feel. 
  • 50 ton ultra-premium, high modulus, aerospace quality carbon fiber materials.
  • Graphite Design proprietary Material Stiffness Integration (MSI) design philosophy and technology.

     

    BEND PROFILE:

    BUTT SectionMID SectionTIP Section
    SOFTSTIFFSTIFF

In the 2019 season, Graphite Design introduced the latest in the Tour AD premium line of golf shafts, the Graphite Design Tour AD IZ – “Into the Zone”.

Designed and manufactured at the Graphite Design Japan factory headquarters. The shaft has a very stealthy look to it in black with white/orange accents and a matte finish.

The Tour AD IZ, like all of the premium Tour AD shafts, utilizes premium, aerospace quality 50t carbon-fiber materials in order to deliver the best feeling and performing shaft available to golfers.

The Tour AD IZ shaft has a firm stiffness starting at the
handle, and medium centre section and a firm+ tip profile to promote a high launch
angle and low ball spin rates.

FEATURES & TECHNOLOGY:

  • TORAYCA T1100G carbon-fiber pre-preg with NANOLLOY technology for increased stability in the mid to tip region and unsurpassed feel. 
  • 50 ton ultra-premium, high modulus, aerospace quality carbon fiber materials.
  • Graphite Design proprietary Material Stiffness Integration (MSI) design philosophy and technology.

     

    BEND PROFILE:

    BUTT SectionMID SectionTIP Section
    FIRMMEDIUMFIRM+

Let us help you find the perfect shaft for your game to ensure you’re maximising performance! 

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