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Uncovering the Specs of the KBS Tour 90 Shaft

Answered by Robert Akin

The KBS Tour 90 shaft has been a popular choice among golfers for many years. However, it has been recently replaced by the KBS Tour Lite, which offers even better performance. In this article, we will take a closer look at the specifications and features of the KBS Tour 90.

The KBS Tour 90 is available in two flexes: Regular and Stiff. The Regular flex weighs 95 grams, while the Stiff flex weighs 102 grams. Both flexes have a tip diameter of .355 inches. The weight of the shaft is an important consideration when choosing a shaft, as it affects the overall swing weight of the club. The KBS Tour 90 offers a lightweight option for golfers who want to increase thir swing speed without sacrificing control.

The KBS Tour 90 is designed to maximize energy transfer for increased shot control. This means that the shaft is engineered to transfer more energy from the golfer’s swing to the ball, resulting in more consistent ball flight and distance. The KBS Tour 90 also offers a smooth, responsive feel, which is important for golfers who want to feel connected to their clubs.

One of the main benefits of the KBS Tour 90 is its popularity among professional golfers. Several of the world’s top players, including Shane Lowry, use the KBS Tour 90 in their irons. This is a testament to the performance and quality of the shaft, as professional golfers demand the best equipment to compete at the highest level.

The KBS Tour 90 was a popular shaft among golfers for many years, but has been replaced by the KBS Tour Lite. The Tour Lite offers even better performance with its three available weights of 95, 100, and 105 grams. However, the KBS Tour 90 remains a great option for golfers who want a lightweight shaft with excellent energy transfer and a smooth, responsive feel.

Weight of the KBS Tour 90 Shaft

The KBS Tour 90 shaft has a weight of 95 grams for the regular flex option and 102 grams for the stiff flex option. It has a tip diameter of .355 inches. The weight of a shaft is an important factor to consider when selecting the right club for your swing. A heavier shaft can provide more stability and control, while a lighter shaft can increase swing speed and distance. It is important to choose a shaft weight that matches your swing style and helps you achieve your desired results on the course.

Replacement for the KBS Tour 90 Shaft

The KBS Tour 90 shaft has been replaced by the KBS Tour Lite shaft. This newer shaft is available in three different weight options: 95, 100, and 105. The KBS Tour Lite shaft features a unique profile and specifications that make it an excellent choice for golfers seeking a lightweight, high-performance shaft. The shaft is designed to provde a low-to-mid launch and spin, with a smooth feel and excellent stability throughout the swing. The KBS Tour Lite shaft is a great option for golfers of all skill levels who are looking for a high-quality, lightweight shaft that can help them achieve their best performance on the course.

Do Professional Golfers Use KBS Shafts?

Several professional golfers use KBS shafts. The KBS Tour shaft is a popular model among professional golfers, including Open champion Shane Lowry. It is known for maximising energy transfer for increased shot control and offering a smooth, responsive feel. The C-Taper is also a popular model among professionals on tour.

The Benefits of the KBS Tour 80 Shaft

KBS Tour 80 is a golf shaft designed for mid-high handicap players who seek to improve their game. This shaft is lightweight and provides a high trajectory and spin rate which helps players achieve longer distance shots. KBS Tour 80 is a combination of R/S/X parallel tip shafts which are meant to offer maximum performance to golfers who use it. This golf shaft is perfect for players who want to enhance their irons game. With KBS Tour 80, you can expect to MAX out your game, as it offers superior performance, and is a reliable choice for golf enthusiasts looing to improve their performance. Some of the features of KBS Tour 80 include its lightweight design, high trajectory, and spin rate, making it a perfect choice for golfers who want to maximize their game.

The KBS Tour 90 was a top-performing steel shaft that has now been replaced by the KBS Tour Lite. The Tour Lite offers three different weight options and maximizes energy transfer for increased shot control. The smooth, responsive feel of the KBS Tour 90 was preferred by several of the best golfers in the world, including Open champion Shane Lowry. Additionally, the C-Taper model remains a hugely popular choice on tour. KBS continues to offer top-quality shaft options that cater to the needs of golfers of all skill levels.

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KBS C-Taper Iron Shaft Review

on May 12, 2016

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The KBS C-Taper iron shaft is amazingly accurate, responsive, and easy to control. Low spin and stout feel make it a “must test” before installing.

Introduction

I’ll go ahead and say it: the KBS C-Taper is not an iron shaft for the faint of heart, but man , is it a killer shaft. While low launch and low spin shafts generally feel stout and boardy, the C-Taper feels firm, direct, and smooth. Golfer beware, the C-Taper is going to be very low launching with very low spin , but we like to say “you can hit a 4 iron down a long hallway” with it.

In a world where the only thing differentiating the look of a steel shaft is its label and whether or not it has steps, the KBS C-Taper has a much different appearance and texture than typically found in a set of irons. The finish is a matte or brushed silver giving the shaft more of an industrial look as opposed to the usual sleek chrome look of a steel shaft. The shaft is stepless and has larger shaft labels than the usual small KBS rectangle.

I believe the hallmark of the KBS C-Taper is its exceptional feel. The C-Taper is easily one of the most stable shafts on the market with an extremely stiff tip section but a smooth overall feel . Most shafts with similar characteristics tend to come off boardy, dead, and difficult to play with a lack of any “action.” The C-Taper is exactly the opposite. You still get the feeling of unloading the shaft but with extreme control and response making for more accurate shots. One of the best parts of the C-Taper is the range of playability. What I mean is that the shaft performs well on a smooth light swing and holds up great on a faster and more aggressive swing which would commonly result in a loss of control.

Of course, as we always say, it’s important to get fit and test the C-Taper first. Many players find the C-Taper to play stiff to flex and have to make some equipment adjustments to maximize the performance of the shaft. I originally played an extra stiff set and really struggled. I wasn’t buying the C-Taper hype. Then I went down to the Stiff+ (between stiff and extra stiff) and really unlocked the benefits of the shaft and became a believer. For my money, there are fewer better feeling steel iron shafts out there .

Performance

To the point of getting fit for the KBS C-Taper being an absolute requirement, this is extremely apparent in the performance of the shaft. I really don’t think you’ll find anyone that would argue the C-Taper isn’t a low, piercing shaft with very little spin. The degree of these characteristics is going to change depending on the iron head and the player of course, but getting the right setup in your clubs is going to be crucial . When I played the aforementioned extra stiff set of C-Tapers, I was hitting the lowest flying shots I’ve ever hit through the entire set and nothing would hold a green. I was struggling to get wedges to come down and hold. When I switched to the lighter flex I saw a very strong improvement. My ball flight was low but it had more carry and drop and less of a parabolic flight. I also saw improvement in spin where my shorter irons were stopping on greens and the longer irons had more appropriate rollout.

Flight and spin aside, the KBS C-Taper is easily in the top three most accurate iron shafts I’ve ever hit in terms of choosing a target line and hitting it. It almost feels like you lock in on the line you want to hit the ball and it’s like shooting a laser right at it. Of course, you still have to get shape, distance, and location correct, but hitting on your intended line almost feels built into the shaft.

We’re very big fans of the way the KBS C-Taper plays here, but it’s important to make sure you get the right fit in your irons or else it can be a lot of shaft to contend with and difficult to tame. If you get the combination right, you’ll be playing some of the most accurate iron shots you’ve ever hit with low spin, flight, and exceptional feel.

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I’ve been playing Mizuno MP H5’s since March of this year…with the KBS Tour C-Taper Lite 105 R shafts with the silver finish. Love the clubs and shafts, BUT I’ve recently noticed a lot of light rusty-looking spots in the finish of the shafts. Can’t feel anything on the surface of the shaft, but I’m concerned about what is happening. I’ve played about 105 rounds in that time frame (plus a whole lot of practice sessions), and the clubs are stored in my locker at a TPC facility. None of my Vokey wedges stored in the same golf bag (Sun Mountain H2NO stand bag) show any signs of shaft rust.

Would appreciate any constructive comments you can make. Thanks for your help!

Unfortunately I won’t be much help. Your best bet is to contact KBS or speak with your local KBS dealer.

I am looking at buying a set of taylormade 2017 m2 irons with these shafts,I hit the ball jason day high and i dont want to lose that because i think it looks cool,what would be a good mid flight shaft for these clubs or do u think i could use these.

Wait, I need some clarification around “because it looks cool.” So you could have a more optimal performance with a lower flight, but you prefer what looks cool? I’m really just trying to clarify the question, I know it has to read more negative than I intend it.

I’ve struggled with feeling as if my iron shots balloon and have a lot of spin, which makes playing in any type of wind extremely difficult. I’m considering trying these shafts to help combat those undesirable characteristics, but I’m worried about not being able to hold firm greens. How much harder do iron shots land with these shafts?

There’s no way to answer that universally. If you’re having problems with spin, I would suggest working with a good club fitter to find a better shaft.

Good day Bill

Taking in consideration the iron head / shaft ratio… will the KBS C-Taper stiff shaft performance work on a Titleist AP1 iron head. Or is it to much shaft for the club?

Bill is not writing for PIG at this time, so I’ll answer for him. There’s no reason the C-Taper couldn’t work with the AP1 as long as the combination fits your swing.

Hi, I’m thinking of getting these with the 718 CB titleist clubs? What are your thoughts?

If they fit your swing, it’s a great shaft. I would make sure I spent some time with a quality club fitter before I spent over $1,000 on a new set of irons.

Hi, I’m currently using the C-Taper 130X but I’m finding my ball flight a bit low with the 4,5 and 6 iron. Would it be a good idea to change the shaft in these to an C-Taper 120s or 125s+ to help with higher launch and less roll out?

It’s certainly worth testing out, but going softer can also lead to issues. I’d suggest working with a fitter to find a solution to the ball flight issues.

I replaced Project X 6.0 Flighted in my Callaway prototypes with Ctaper 120S soft stepped one time. Talking about shooting darts with lasers is an understatement. I highly recommend if someone is looking to play this shaft to get the correct flex and even look into soft stepping.

I have both C Taper lite 110 and the 130 X stiff. Best iron shafts I’ve ever hit. I was hitting the lite decent but I figured I would have control issues considering my swing speed is roughly 123. Found the 130 C tapers and now putting in the heads I like. Like waking up to Christmas every day.

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I can agree with the bit about the ball falling down right at the target. It’s unreal how accurate these shafts are. I just got a set of ping i210s with ctaper s+ shafts and they are pure as anything. I actually am launching the ball a lot higher but they aren’t spinny at all. I was lasering 9 irons at the range yesterday to the 155 flag and the trajectory was awesome they just shoot right up to the apex, fall straight down and sit! Awesome shafts

I’m curious what your swing speed with a 6 iron is. I recently got fitted and bought the c taper x 130 with jpx921 forged heads. I have 96 to 97 swing speed with 6iron and was unfittingly playing true temper stiff 105 shafts. The new c taper x 130s feel a bit heavy and stiff, especially with the longer irons(launch and spin seems good). Is it something I need to get used to coming from and ultra lite shaft or should I think about going down the the S+? I believe I have a 90 days period to make adjustments through club champion.

I’m in the low 90s with a 6I. You’ve added a lot of weight and stiffness, so I would give the change some time. I’m a big proponent of trusting what happened in the fitting rather than getting overly concerned about a couple bad sessions with new clubs.

currently playing brigdestone j 40 with kbs tour 130x looking to purchase titelist t100s with kbs ctapers plus 125 how does this set up sound

If it fits you, it sounds great. The T100 is a great iron.

Are these 370 parallel or 355 taper tip! Has anyone talked about ball fitting for spin flight and dispersion since everyone seems to be hitting bullseyes! I picked up a set of C-taper 130x on eBay and will soft step these monster’s from your view and many other blog’s! They are going in my 1958/59 Hogan Saber Sunburst that has never been shafted! As for weight I feel like it’s just a getting use to period as you explained! In the 90’s my student put in graffaloy x blues and might as well of hit with a telephone pole ! So weight was of no concern since the ball goes exactly where the left wrist is at impact for a right handed swing and vice-versa for a left handed swing! I have a trap draw and feel like I’m hitting down a bit much at times that this will help with feel throughout my turn! I will give a reporter’s view of missed the cut at the Beamer by —— that much!

If I soft step a set of C-taper 130X, how would it compare to the 125S+ shafts?

It would be quite close.

Im thinking of getting the callaway rogue pro with Kbs Ctaper 110 R shafts…. a good combination for a 10 – 12 handicapper?

If you were fit for that combo and it worked in the fitting, I’d say it’s a good one.

I am a fairly beginner golfer. I’ve been playing the last year pretty much every other weekend. I currently use Titleist DCI that got me started & looking to purchase the Titleist T300 4-P with the C-Taper shaft. My driver is good & putting is solid, but iron game is hit or miss. I’m currently hitting about 100 on the course but looking to upgrade. Any advice would be great!!

I would strongly recommend that you get fit before buying new irons. The C-Taper is a very extreme shaft; it’s not a fit for the majority of golfers.

I put the C Taper shaft in a set of 1980 “The Haig” heads. I must say they are smoooooooth feeling. Also get excellent ball flight and spin. Not over spinning, but checking nicely. I’m thinking of doing another set of Wilson button backs as well. Experimental mix of vintage heads and newer shafts seems to be a sweet Combo. Do you know if this is a common thing to do? Thanks!

I don’t know that it’s common, but it’s something I see every now and again when I’m at Club Champion – a player who loves their old heads but uses modern shafts to optimize them.

I’m curious, would the C-Taper be considered a high balance point shaft? Are there other shafts that would be considered to have a higher BP than the C-Taper? Thanks.

It’s been quite a while since I wrote this review or gamed the C-Taper. I don’t recall it being particularly counterbalanced.

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Shaft & Grip Reviews

Kbs c-taper shaft review.

Review: First let me say a couple things..first it took me a bit longer to get a Fair bit of play on FIRM ground…as its been far to soggy in the PNW lately…but I traveled over to the eastern part of the state where the ground is firm to duplicate more realistic playing conditions than the mush around Portland/Seattle!

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Let me preface what I have been playing prior to the C-TAPERS, I play to single digit handicap, iron play for the most part has been one of the stronger parts of my game. When playing well I like to take a small divot…I have been playing PX 6.5’s for a while now and PX 6.0 prior to that for the past several years…with a couple runs of DG x100’s just to keep things interesting. I have also spent a great deal of time and money trying pretty much every brand and style of iron shafts that come around…but alway have come back to my steady eddies PX’s due to the reduced spin, flight and consistence distances. In fact my good buddies Swanry30, desallie and I did a Trackman shoot out between PX and DG recently and pretty much confirmed what I had seen in the real world for quite some time…DG just spin too much for me and where the PX don’t and hence I’m about 1 club longer with them (individual results will vary) but those are mine.

Second, the C-TAPERS are like No other shaft I’ve ever tested…and in all honesty it took me a while to get accustomed to the differences-in fact the first 5-6 times I initially hit the c-tapers I was quite perplexed as to what I was experiencing due the sound and feel even thou the results were always there and I wasn’t confidant in what I was going to write about and tell of my experience until first I got out of the SOGGY pit of the NW and hit some firm ground.

I don’t have any Trackman numbers yet (hopefully soon) so most of what I’m relating is by good ole ballflight and distance.. I hit my Satin PX 6.5 side by side the C-Tapers as the comparison.

Feel: The C-Tapers are very quiet in the feel department…meaning they are soo smooth that I really wasn’t sure I was loading the shaft this was quite a contast to the PX which has quite a ‘pop’ to them and the DG’s which you really feel the action of the shaft all the way thru the shaft. While the C-tapers are, what I would call as ‘Refined’ as it gets…the load seems to be transfers through out the shaft almost without notice…which initially I found this alarming but soon understood what was happening as the results were there.

Sound: Again I’ll use the word ‘Quiet’, as in contrast to my PX the sound of impact is very muted, soft, yet firm but certainly many decibels lower. Again I found this puzzling combine with the feel- once I became accustomed to it very pleasing. Ballflight: This is where rubber meets the road, I would agree with KBS statement about 5% lower than the competition. I found specifically the mid and long irons (6i-3i) to flight lower than the PX’s. And the short irons a bit closer to the PX flight.

Workability: The C-Tapers are definitely more workable(or rather feel more) than PX, but DG still is the king on the feel dept. when it comes to working the ball but not necessary the results. I found the actual workable part of the C-tapers could come close to hanging with DG’s even thou they didn’t necessary feel like they were..make sense? But I would say they are a great bridge between PX and DG in this category. I had a shot on a par 4(hit my 3w off the tee left on a dogleg right into the trees)…was sitting about 165yards out uphill to the green surrounded by Pine trees…but had a small window to needle thru 3 trees in front of me but had to keep the shot low …So I have to hit a low hook just to get to the fairway(which was all I was trying to do)..So I set with a 5i and the shot came out perfect and actually went about 2 ft past the green…(for those of you keeping score).I missed the putt for par!

Distance: The I would also say KBS statement is likely true again with the 5% gain in distance, this was more evident in the mid and long irons to me..I will also throw this into the distance segment…I choose the S+ set of C-tapers, imo they feel very close to flex of my PX 6.5’s Satins, however I think the X flex’s would be a better comparison in straight terms of the px.6.5 for distance, as the added spin which allows the the shafts to Be Workable also spins just a bit more and coupled with a 1/2 flex under what I should be playing makes them play just a tad shorter than what I have be accustomed to…I look forward to picking up a set of X flex’s in the very near future as KBS C-tapers have all the things I have been looking for in irons shafts.

Final thoughts: I really believe KBS has a winner with the C-Tapers, this is by far the best KBS shaft I have tried- they look awesome, the abilities to feel and work the ball is great, the ball flight is consistent and distance is good but I have since determined that the S+ are slightly too soft for my iron game, but loo forward to giving them a go again when I get the correct flex. And after all of that I really think KBS has great product here, perhaps even the best of them all-

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Inspired from tour player feedback, the KBS C-TAPER shaft is specially designed to produce a lower flight and spin rate while delivering the signature benefits of a piercing trajectory and smooth feel. By stiffening the shaft profile in the lower taper rate and early tip section, the C-TAPER is engineered to maximize shot performance for players that currently have too high a trajectory.

Incorporating signature AST technology, the C-TAPER shaft produces a smooth feel through contact while maximizing energy transfer for distance gains and better control of the ball.

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Apr 12, 2018 at 7:23 am

I used DG S300’s for over 25 years now, the stiff C-Taper was indeed slightly lower and slightly longer than the S300’s. Same club head (Bridgestone J40 CB). They just feel a bit stronger yet are smooth at the same time. I’m very skeptical about shaft technology but the C-Tapers are definitely the real deal.

Jan 13, 2018 at 12:14 am

Did a 12 year old write this?

Paul Middlebrook

Aug 18, 2014 at 2:10 pm

I play the C-Taper 130X. The shafts have taken me about 1 month of pounding balls to get that close DNA connection between the swing and club. I do not kill or crush the ball but felt the 130X was perfect for feel and flight. I played the DG 300-100 and many other shafts and felt they did the job but never delivered what is so vital to the overall path of a golf ball. A shaft is like a scope to a rifle. You want to hit your target. The fit, form, and function of the C-Taper is solid and the PGA pro’s validate its exceptional return on a great swing. I have pounded thousands of balls at the range and feel take a little time to get used to. The sound sometimes does not validate the perfect contact and that is something they could enhance on. You can hit a shot and it is so quiet and the ball pierces straight to the target. I have had other watchers says wow that was a great shot but it did not sound like that swoosh off the club head. The ball flight is subjective and I ended up adjusting all my clubs to get that low piercing flight pattern. Example: Play Titleist 710 MB and standard 9 Iron is 47 degree’s. I changed it to 43 degree’s and that made all the difference. I think if you love the game and tinker with equipment without fear you will enhance to another paradigm level. Adjusting the loft and lie and going to the 130X helped me go to mid single digit.

Mar 21, 2014 at 5:00 pm

I now play the c taper S+ soft stepped. Went from dgX100 soft stepped. C taper has better feel and a ball flight that seems to plow through the wind. I don’t need my irons to be super long. As long as they fill the distance gaps. And the c tapers do that in spades, very consistent as well. Trajectory is nice. I would say its the same trajectory as the X100’s. With the c tapers the wind doesn’t affect the flight as much though. Very impressed with these shafts. They are not meant for everyone. But if they are for you, their is nothing better. Swallow your pride if your getting fit for these. You will probably play a flex lower than what you play now. I’d rather shoot par with clubs that fit me, than shooting a 85 and saying I use clubs that the pro’s use.

Feb 27, 2013 at 3:17 pm

Just got a set of AMP forged with X C-Tapers….WOW!!! Couldn’t be more excited to go out and play/pracitce!

Oct 27, 2012 at 11:40 am

I have the c taper on a set of golfsmith irons. Previously I had been playing the DG SL which performed for me but the KBS are my favorites now. They allow me to work the ball right or left and I can keep the ball down now a little easier. I have more distance but the best thing for me is they have the smoothest feel of any shaft I have tried. I also like the brushed metal look of the shaft. FYI I had to experiment with the tipping until I got the feel I was looking for.

Jun 29, 2012 at 12:18 am

I hit the c taper shaft in a taylormade mc fitting iron today. It was definitely one of the best feeling shafts I have found. For someone like me 100 mph club speed with mid/long irons, this shaft held up extremely well and brought my spin rate and launch angle down. It was also easy to work. Definitely going to be my next iron shaft

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Here’s why Jordan Spieth switched into a new Fujikura Ventus TR Blue shaft at Pebble Beach

When Fujikura’s new Ventus TR Blue shaft launched in January 2022, we learned all about the updated construction and potential performance benefits compared to the original Ventus Blue. It was unclear at the time, however, exactly who would make the switch into the new TR design on the PGA Tour.

Well, we’re starting to get some answers.

Jordan Spieth , who’s been relatively slow to change into new products throughout his career, is among a handful of names making the change. Spieth conducted recent testing with a Ventus Blue TR 7 X shaft in his Titleist TS2 15-degree fairway wood, and he put it in play this week at the 2022 AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am.

Titleist Tour representative J.J. Van Wezenbeeck, who works closely with Spieth on his equipment, said that Spieth came to the Titleist Performance Institute (TPI) on Friday before the 2022 Pebble Beach Pro-Am for a check-up on his equipment. Since Spieth was previously playing Ventus Blue shafts in his Titleist metalwoods, he was intrigued by the new TR version.

As it turned out, Spieth found the new shaft to help with his transition and directional control.

“Coming from Ventus Blue, anytime they update a shaft you’re just intrigued on that, and he liked how [the Ventus TR Blue] loaded compared to the original Ventus Blue for him,” Van Wezenbeeck told GolfWRX on Tuesday. “He felt like when he mishit it, there was a little more control. So that was a good option for him…we did a little bit of internal work on the head to make sure there’s enough spin, because want to make sure his 3 wood doesn’t have too low of spin. He liked how the TR reacted on mishits where the spin didn’t drop, and it had more consistent spin from swing to swing.”

Due to a new Spread Tow fabric in the butt-end section, which is essentially a checkerboard pattern of woven material, the torque on the TR version is 10 percent stiffer in the mid-to-grip end of the shaft. As a result, Fujikura says the TR shaft is designed to improve stability and consistency compared to the original Ventus Blue.

Based on Spieth’s results with the TR shaft during testing, it seems Fujikura’s case holds water.

Spieth is using a Ventus Blue TR 7 X version in his fairway wood.

Pat McCoy, Director of Tour Operations at Fujikura, spoke with GolfWRX about the new shaft, and what players are seeing in their testing out on Tour.

“Compared to the original Ventus Blue, the TR has a stiffer mid-section and lower torque,” McCoy said. “Basically what the shaft does is it eliminates some of the dynamic loft. It eliminates some of the rotation. Obviously, the Ventus Blue was a very stable shaft and one of the best launching shafts we’ve ever had. And we just made it better.

“As far as ball speed and launch and spin, I’m not going to say it’s faster, but we have seen players who have achieved faster speeds with it. It provides more consistency and the ability to turn swing speed into ball speed better. And that’s it. It’s a little stiffer than the original Blue, and it’s a little bit weaker than the [Ventus Black]. It’s a ‘tweener. It gives you something in the middle, and depending upon loft and impact location, you get a better fit.”

The fairway wood shaft wasn’t the only potential change that Spieth will make in 2022, though.

In addition to putting the new Titleist Vokey SM9 wedges in the bag, Spieth is also considering adding another option to the top end of his bag.

Typically, Spieth changes between a hybrid and long irons, depending on course conditions. During the recent session at TPI, though, Spieth took a liking to Titleist’s U-505 wide-bodied driving iron. Ahead of the 2022 AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am, Spieth took a U-505 2-iron (Graphite Design AD-DI 105X shaft) out onto the course for testing.

“He’s experimenting with a U-505 this week (ahead of the event at Pebble Beach),” Van Wezenbeeck told GolfWRX. “He’s always gone between a hybrid and either a 2 iron, or a hybrid and 3 iron, and we brought out a 505 as kind of a third option on a week where he isn’t sure whether he should play an iron or a hybrid. The 505 being a wide body iron is kind of a blend between the two. And he was really intrigued with how high it launched on a standard shot, and he could flight it more off the tee, where as with a hybrid he can’t do.

“So on weeks he feels like there’s a lot of irons off the tee, he likes to play the iron. On weeks where there are a lot of shots into par 5s, he likes the hybrid. On weeks where there’s a little of both…he felt the 505 might be an option, so he was taking it on the golf course [on Tuesday] to see how it would react.”

While it’s unclear exactly when Spieth will break out the new U-505, it seems like it’ll certainly be in the rotation going forward. The Ventus TR Blue shaft, on the other hand, has already earned a starting spot in the bag this week.

These changes may seem minor to some, but it shows Spieth’s willingness to find small equipment tweaks to improve his game. For amateur golfers, use this as a lesson when gearing up for the new season. Go through your bag, test some of the new shaft and head options, and see where you can make improvements. Now is the perfect time to take inventory and get prepared.

MRC Shaft Shootout: Tensei CK Pro White, Kuro Kage XT and Diamana BF-Series

The Tensei CK Pro White is the latest release from Mitsubishi Rayon Composites (MRC), a low-launch, low-spin shaft with a multi-material design that the company says improves the performance and feel of the shaft. Whereas most golf shafts use between 3-6 different materials in their construction, the Tensei CK Pro White is made from 11 different materials, giving MRC engineers greater precision in the shaft’s design.

Like MRC’s Tensei CK Pro Blue shafts, which produce a slightly higher-launching, higher-spinning ball flight, the CK Pro White uses MRC’s Carbon Fiber DuPont Kevlar Weave in the handle section of the shaft. The company says it increases the strength and stability of that part of the shaft, leading to better feedback.

On the other end of the shaft, the tip section, MRC uses a boron-reinforced fiber. All low-launch, low-spin shafts have stiff-tip designs, but the addition of boron puts the Tensei CK Pro White in a class of its own when it comes to lowering launch angle and spin rate. The boron fiber also reduces torque, which can offer better energy transfer, more accuracy and better feedback — especially for skilled, high-swing-speed golfers.

Connecting and reinforcing those areas of the shafts is MRC’s low-resin content (LRC) prepreg. Prepreg is carbon fiber that’s been reinforced or “pre-impregnated” with resin, a glue that holds the material together when it’s formed into sheets and rolled into the form of a shaft. MRC says that its LRC has 15 percent more carbon fiber and 13 percent less resin than traditional prepregs, which allows MRC to make the Tensei CK Pro White stronger without adding extra weight to the shaft. MRC also uses high-modulus, 40-ton prepreg in the Tensei CK Pro White’s design, which like LRC is thinner, stronger and lighter than traditional prepregs.

The addition of boron helps MRC make the tip of Tensei CK Pro White shaft stiffer and lower in torque.

In the EI chart below, you can see how the Tensei CK Pro White’s bend profile compares to the CK Pro Blue. The main differences are its slightly stiffer tip and mid sections, as well as its slightly softer butt section. That gives the CK Pro White a higher “kick point” than the CK Pro Blue. Generally, the higher the kick point of a shaft, the lower its launch conditions. That’s why the Tensei CK Pro White is a lower-launching, lower-spinning shaft than the Tensei CK Pro Blue.

The Shootout

Just how much lower launching and lower spinning is the Tensei CK Pro White than MRC’s latest premium driver shafts? I put it to the test against the company’s Kuro Kage XT and Diamana BF-Series, which like the CK Pro White are PGA Tour-quality shafts that sell for about $400 each. All three shafts tested were built to my spec: 70TX, tipped 1 inch at a finished length of 45.5 inches.

I tested the three shafts on Trackman 4 at the Launch Pad at Carl’s Golfland in Bloomfield Hills, Mich. After warming up, I hit 10 drives with each shaft, and whittled my shots down to the most similar five to help illustrate the differences. Premium balls were used for the test, and results were normalized.

MRC’s Kuro Kage XT uses a stouter iteration of the company’s famed “Blue Board” bend profile, and in that regard it’s quite similar to the Diamana BF-Series. That’s what makes the shafts a little higher launching and higher spinning than the Tensei CK Pro White. The Kuro Kage XT has a much different feel than both, however, due to its use of an elastic wire made of Titanium and Nickel that MRC calls “TiNi” wire.

Related: Learn more about the Kuro Kage XT

In the Kuro Kage XT, the TiNi wire is added to the bottom 13 inches of the shaft, where it adds stability, but it also serves another purpose. Its elasticity allows the bottom end of the shaft to better load and unload during the downswing to help improve energy transfer. That’s what gives the Kuro Kage XT its more active feel, at least compared to the boron-infused tip section of the Tensei CK Pro White, which by design offer no elasticity.

The Diamana BF-Series also uses boron in its tip section, and its combined with a new, aerospace-grade fiber called MR-70 to create what MRC says is a first-of-its-kind hybrid prepreg. MR-70, which is manufactured by parent company Mitsubishi Chemical, is 20 percent stronger and has 10 percent more modulus than similar fibers, MRC says . The handle section of the BF-Series is reinforced with MRC’s Pitch Fiber, which functions to boost energy transfer like the CK Pro White’s Carbon Fiber DuPont Kevlar Weave.

Related: Learn more about the Diamana BF-Series shafts

In terms of launch conditions, the best fit for me was the Diamana BF-Series. It launched the ball a little higher than the Tensei CK Pro White, and added a little spin to help keep my drives in the air. It was also easier to swing than the Tensei CK Pro White, helping me more easily hit a draw while offering an even smoother feel due to its less rigid tip and mid sections.

To recap, if you need to lower your launch conditions, the Tensei CK Pro White is one of the most intriguing new MRC options to help you do so. Need a higher ball flight? Try the Diamana BF-Series. And if you want a radically different feel, give the Kuro Kage XT a try.

Have a question? Let me know in the comments section below and I’ll do my best to answer as many as I can.

Weights and Flexes

Tensei CK Pro White: 60 (R, S, TX), 70 (S, TX), 80 (TX)
Kuro Kage XT: 50 (R, S, X, TX), 60 (R, S, X, TX), 70 (S, X, TX), 80 (S, X, TX)
Diamana BF-Series: 50 (R, S, X), 60 (R, S, X, TX), 70 (S, X, TX), 80 (S, X, TX)

Related: GolfWRX Members review the Tensei CK Pro White

Review: KBS Tour FLT Shafts

Pros: FLT shafts use a flighted design, which helps golfers launch their long irons higher and with more spin. The FLT short-iron shafts provide a more penetrating trajectory for more control.

Cons: FLT shaft flexes correspond with weight, so golfers may not be able to match their desired shaft weight with their desired flex.

Who They’re For: Golfers who need more spin or more launch from their long irons to optimize their trajectory. Everyone from beginners to PGA Tour players can use the shafts effectively, but they’ll be most popular with golfers with moderate-to-slow swing speeds, or any golfer who generates low-spin launch conditions.

Selecting the proper iron shafts is one of the most important equipment decisions golfers make. It’s an issue of quantity. Most golfers carry about 7-8 irons in their bag, so if they choose the wrong iron shaft, they’ve made the game harder than it needs to be with half or more of their clubs.

The good news is that there’s a wider selection of quality iron shafts than there has ever been, with recent growth in models that are designed to help golfers hit their iron shots higher and farther, while still maintaining PGA Tour-quality consistency and feel.

KBS is one of the leading steel shaft manufacturers, and already offered a wide variety of models prior to its newest shaft launch. Company representatives felt KBS was lacking a product for a particular segment of golfers, however, so it developed its new FLT shafts.

FLT shafts ($31.95 each) have a flighted design, which helps certain golfers optimize the performance of each iron their bag. The long irons shafts have progressively softer tip sections, which helps golfers increase their launch angle and spin rates with those clubs. For the right golfer, the design will help them hit their iron shots farther, and stop shots on the green more quickly. In the short irons, where height and spin are easier for golfers to generate, the FLT shafts are stiffer, which creates the flatter trajectory most golfers prefer with their scoring clubs. The crossover point between the higher-launching long irons and lower-launching short irons is the 7 iron.

Like all KBS shafts, FLT models have a constant weight, which means that long iron shafts and short iron shafts will be roughly the same weight through the set. Shaft weight is dependent on flex, however, as softer-flex models are lighter than stiffer-flex models. So if you’re looking for a really heavy, regular-flex shaft or a really light, extra-stiff-flex shaft, these aren’t for you.

Keep in mind that KBS shafts do not have reinforced tip sections like many other iron shafts, which gives them a slightly higher balance point and can decrease swing weight by 1-2 points. I personally like the feel of KBS shafts and their slightly higher balance point, but some golfers won’t.

For this review, I tested the new FLT shafts head to head against KBS Tour shafts of the same flex and weight (130X) in 4 irons, 6 irons and pitching wedges. Each of the shafts were installed in Callaway’s Apex Pro ’16 irons , and were built to my specifications (standard grips, standard length, 1-degree strong lofts, 1-degree flat lie angles).

I performed my testing at the Launch Pad at Carl’s Golfland in Bloomfield Hills, Mich., where I hit the 4 irons, 6 irons and pitching wedges on Trackman IV with premium golf balls. I hit 3-6 solid shots with each iron, and then removed the outliers from the final data in an attempt to compare only the most similar strikes. Results were normalized.

As you can see from the data, there was a significant difference in the flight of the 4 irons with the two different shafts, but less of a difference with the 6 irons and pitching wedges.

As expected, the FLT shafts caused 4 iron shots to launch higher (0.8 degrees) and with more spin (729 rpm) than the KBS Tour shafts. I’m not a low-spin player, which is one of the target audiences for this shaft, so the added launch and spin of the FLT shafts caused my 4 iron shots to fly shorter. Golfers who launch their irons too low or with too little spin, however, will likely see a distance increase when using the FLT shafts.

As I moved closer to the short end of the set, the two shafts started to perform more similarly. Theoretically, the 6 iron shots with the FLT shafts should have launched slightly higher and spun more than 6 iron shots with the KBS Tour shafts, but I actually saw a slightly lower launch angle (0.5 degrees) with the FLT. The spin was higher, though, by 211 rpm. With the pitching wedges, the results were again quite similar. The FLT launched 0.9 degrees higher, but actually spun 271 rpm less than the KBS Tour shafts.

Stepping back from the numbers, I was impressed with how similar the feel was between the KBS Tour and FLT shafts. Yes, I could feel that the FLT shafts were more active in the tip with the 4 irons, but they felt nearly the same in the 6 irons. By the time I got to the pitching wedges, the two shafts were indistinguishable. The KBS Tour is considered one of the better-feeling iron shafts currently available, so KBS’ ability to replicate that feel in the FLT will be a plus for the majority of interested golfers.

Looking more broadly, trends in shaft design tends to go hand-in-hand with trends in club head design, and the FLT shafts are no exception. Equipment manufacturers continue to strengthen the lofts of their distance irons; they have to in order balance the launch equation, as their faster ball speeds create a higher launch angle and more spin.

While the improvements to iron design have allowed golfers to hit their mid and short irons farther, many golfers continue to struggle to hit their long irons high enough or consistently enough for them to be effective. And based on my testing results, it’s clear that the FLT shafts can make long irons more playable for certain golfers, and maybe even keep long irons in a golfer’s bag that might otherwise be kicked out for higher-flying hybrids or fairway woods.

As always, I recommend that golfers get properly fit for iron shafts, which means visiting a reputable club fitter in your area. So if you’re in the market for new irons or iron shafts, you can get started by going through KBS’ Online Fit System , which upon completion lists KBS-certified dealers in your area.

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KBS TOUR 90 VS KBS C TAPER LITE

By tomastomatohead August 14, 2018 in WRX Club Techs

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I played the C Taper Lite in my MP-15s for 3 years and enjoyed them. Then I ordered a set of AP2s with the Tour 90 and felt like the shaft gave me a little better overall performance ... slightly higher trajectory and additional 5 yards ... it just felt livelier overall without any loss of accuracy. So, I sent my MP-15s to Mizuno to have them re-shafted (excellent service BTW) with the Tour 90s and I've realized the same performance gains similar to the AP2s.

While I really enjoyed the CTL, I think the lighter weight of the Tour 90 is a better overall fit (for me) now that I've gotten a little older. YMMW.

Also, when I ordered new SM7 wedges I wanted to go lighter as well, so I went with the regular KBS Tour instead of the stock DG. I prefer a slightly heavier shaft in my wedges, and they match up very well with the Tour 90 in my irons.

Half the clubs, twice the fun!

These 2 shafts do act / feel quite different for me. The obvious is the weight difference, but more than that is the trajectory profile and the spin. The 90 is designed to be a high launch and high spin shaft, while the CTL is designed to lower spin with a mid trajectory. I have played the CTL's for quite some time, and would agree with what they were designed to do. If you want/need more spin and height then the 90 is a good choice. If you need to bring the flight down with a little less spin then I would recommend the CTL

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The two are next-door neighbors on the KBS shaft chart. One comparison point: if you hit an 8i with the Tour 90 and it seems to balloon a bit, go with the C-Taper Lite.

I have about 87 MPH driver clubhead speed, and played the Tour 105 for a season in Nike Vapor Speed irons. C-Taper Lite would have same weight as Tour 105, but a bit lower launch and less spin. If you're on the line between the CTL and the Tour 90, consider the Tour 105.

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KBS Tour vs C Taper Shafts: Comparison

KBS Tour vs C Taper Shafts – which is better for your game? Well, they have a similar profile but there are some subtle differences that are important to note. Keep reading to learn what this are and how you can choose the right one out of the two.

Without a good shaft, your golf club will be incomplete. This is why pro golfers are not just concerned about their game but also their tool, one of which is the shaft.

Though there are dozens of brands out there, the KBS series seems to be one of the best. They have been reviewed in several pro golfer publications and have been around for quite a while.

Two of their most popular shafts are the KBS C Taper and Tour. If you’re reading this, you probably got a recommendation to buy either of them.

While we can’t authoritatively say one is better than the other, they actually have some differences that can make you want to pick one over the other.

This short article exposes the differences so you can choose the right one. Let’s look at their profile and features and who should be using which:

KBS Tour vs C Taper Shafts: Which Is Better?

Before comparing the two, let’s first look at the profile, features, and performance of each shaft.

The performance will be based on how we translate the features into benefits and the experience of those who have used them. Your experience with the shaft may vary but should be close.

So let’s begin with the C Taper:

KBS C-Taper Shafts

The KBS C-Taper iron shafts are among the least striking and twirling steel shafts in golf.

The KBS C-Taper shaft, coupled with a characteristic KBS design, increases power transmission for a crunchy grip whilst also maximizing shaft lengths in the taper and tip zones for minimal arc and rotation stabilization.

The C-Taper is the ultimate iron shaft for those who want to take low-cutting shots with great stroke control.

When your irons have the proper flex, the C-Taper is one of the most sensitive and precise iron shafts when striking.

In terms of distance, the KBS C-Taper is comparative to the player and provides a 5 percent longer range.

Specifications

The KBS C-Taper steel shaft comes with five loads and flexibility options.

Mass ranges from 110gm and 130gm, with flexibility increasing with mass. There is a normal, systematic, rigid, rigid plus, and additionally rigid variants, each with its unique load structure.

Each load and flexibility spectrum is designed to generate a deep ball trajectory with little rotation and greater management.

KBS Tour Shaft

The KBS Tour shaft was created for golfers of different skill levels.

The Tour shaft is a semi-course steel and tapered shaft that provides a characteristic soft touch to the golfer.

The KBS Tour increases dynamism transition to provide greater uplift and better release with wrought iron and tapered blocks.

Non-professional gamers will like the KBS Tour’s reactive grip. Why? Because it’s built to serve the right components to key in their games

The handling of this top-notch golf rod is equally acknowledged by many of the globe’s greatest golfers.

Significant Features A 5 percent reduced arc, reduced twist, and increased length provide golfers with a convenient steel shaft that complements their swaying.

The comfortable and reactive KBS distinctive touch gives golfers additional alternatives at reduced wagging velocities.

The KBS Tour is suitable for golf enthusiasts of practically every price choice because of the variety of leverage and flexible alternatives.

The KBS Tour steel shaft is available in six distinct variants. The KBS Tour is provided in 110gm standard, 115gm regular plus, 120gm rigid, 125gm rigid plus, and 130gm extra-rigid weights and flexes.

Every shaft is accessible in ranges from 1 iron to lob wedge and may be individually tailored to players of any physique.

KBS Tour or KBS C Taper Shafts?

The KBS Tour shaft is an excellent choice for golfers who don’t sway the golf club aggressively.

The KBS Tour shaft is ideal for modest median and higher handicapped golfers who seek greater responsiveness and a better grip on their clubs.

On the other hand, the KBS- C Taper Shaft is ideal for golfers who want to smash modest penetrating hits with amazing aims and accuracy, as well as a more ultrahigh sway that allows you to strike the target more precisely and traverse more range.

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By Paul Liberatore

July 3, 2024

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When it comes to stand bags, the golf market is saturated. Every major manufacturer offers several different iterations, and they all have fancy bells and whistles designed to make your time out on the course more enjoyable and efficient. But for these types of bags, you get what you pay for, and that can be a lot of money. But what if you just want a quality stand bag that has the basic features and functions you need, and isn’t going to cost you an arm and a leg? There’s good news. Izzo’s Ultra Lite Stand Bag offers you that very option.

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Key Features

Bag weighs just 3.2 pounds and is one of the lightest on the market.

High strength 4200 polyester fabric is especially durable.

SmartGRIP ergonomic handle makes the bag easy to carry and transport.

The Izzo Ultra-Lite Stand Golf Bag is a highly recommended choice for golfers who are looking for a lightweight and functional bag. It offers exceptional organization, durability, and ease of transport.

The bag is made of high-strength 4200 polyester fabric, ensuring longevity and the ability to withstand regular use. But what really sets this bag apart is its durability. Made from high-strength 4200 polyester fabric, this bag is built to last.

No matter how rough the terrain gets, you can rest easy knowing that your bag will withstand the test of time, providing you with the reliability and sturdiness you need on the course.

Design and Technology

Unlike a lot of other lightweight stand bags, the Izzo Ultra Lite isn’t jam packed full of fancy features. With that said, the features it does boast are practical, expertly designed, and functional. Let’s start with the fact that the bag only weighs 3.2 pounds. That makes it one of the lightest stand bags around, and therefore easy to carry. The material is 4200 polyester which has proven adept at standing up to the elements, including the sun which can fade out weaker fabrics in a matter of time.

The bag’s top features a four-way divider which makes it easy to keep your clubs organized. The valuables pocket is waterproof so you’ll never have to worry about your most prized possessions and electronics getting wet. Also included are a large ball pocket and apparel pocket. The dual strap carry system is easy to adjust and comes with extra cushion making it extremely comfortable to carry. If you’re only carrying the bag a short distance, the ergonomic SmartGRIP handle makes it easy.

Weight of 3.2 pounds makes it one of the lightest weight stand bags on the market.
Four-way divider top makes club organization easy.
Price point is much lower compared to the competition.
Lacks some features that can be found on other stand bags.
Shipping times might vary depending on inventory levels.
Not the flashiest looking bag around

Our Experience

I’ve owned more golf bags than I can count, and I’d be lying if I said I wasn’t a sucker for the fancy ones with lots of bells and whistles. With that said, I always appreciate great value, minimalist design, and a quality build. That’s exactly what I found with the Izzo Ultra Lite stand bag. While it’s not the flashiest bag in the world, it more than serves it purpose. And it’s built to last too. I was really impressed with this bag’s construction.

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the izzo ultra-lite stand golf bag hold up in different weather conditions.

In different weather conditions, the Izzo Ultra-Lite Stand Golf Bag holds up impressively. Its waterproof performance and durability ensure protection in rain. With wind resistance and stability, it remains reliable and secure on the course.

Can the Smartgrip Handle Be Adjusted for Different Hand Sizes?

Absolutely! The Smartgrip handle on the Izzo Ultra-Lite Stand Golf Bag offers adjustable comfort for different hand sizes. It’s durable and weather-resistant, providing a secure and comfortable grip regardless of the conditions.

What Materials Are Used to Provide Extra Protection for the Golf Clubs in the Bag?

The materials used in this golf bag provide excellent protection and durability for your clubs. The high-strength 4200 polyester fabric ensures functionality and long-lasting use, offering peace of mind for your valuable golf equipment.

Are There Any Specific Weight Restrictions for Carrying the Bag Over Long Distances?

I’ve found the Izzo Ultra-Lite Stand Golf Bag is designed for comfort and convenience. With its smartgrip handle and lightweight 3.2 lbs, there are no specific weight restrictions for carrying over long distances, making it perfect for all-day play.

Can the Bag Be Easily Stored in a Standard-Sized Car Trunk for Travel?

Yes, the bag easily fits in a standard-sized car trunk for travel. Its compact design and lightweight construction make it ideal for storage. Plus, the durable, weather-resistant material ensures protection for your gear on the go.

Izzo has long been a trusted brand of weekend warriors like you and me. They’ve never tried to compete with the major OEMs that pay the world’s best players millions of dollars to use their equipment. In short, Izzo knows its place, and they continue to churn out quality golf equipment that the everyman can enjoy and benefit from. The Ultra Lite stand bag is no exception. If you’re in search of a lightweight stand bag that’s well-built, has everything you need, and isn’t going to break the bank, the Izzo Ultra Lite stand bag won’t disappoint.

Paul Liberatore

As the Founder of Golfers Authority Paul Liberatore Esq. has spent the last 7+ years writing about the best golf equipment or instruction from the top golf instructors in the world. He has been a contributing writer for Sports Illustrated Golf and GolfWRX . After graduating with honors from Purdue University, he realized that he had a passion for the golf business and the law. When he's not practicing law, or creating golf content on YouTube, he can be found on his syndicated Behind the Golf Brand podcast talking with the most prolific leaders in the golf industry.

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KBS C Taper vs. KBS Tour: Which Golf Shaft to Choose?

Are you looking for the best golf shaft but confused about finding one? Well, KBS C Taper and KBS Tour are the two most popular shafts worldwide. They are widely known for their build quality and style. But, between them, which one will be perfect for you?

Both gold shafts come up with different looks, performances, and technology. KBS C Taper has a very comfortable feel, whereas Tour is average. For achieving longer distances, the Tour is effective. But you can hit through the entire set by Taper.

In this article, we will clarify all the debates about KBS C taper and tour, and you will have a clear idea regarding KBS c taper vs tour.

Overview Of KBS C Taper Golf Shaft

The C-Taper shaft has superior, cutting-edge technology, but it offers even more solidity and command of the ball.

Actually, the C-Taper has a more subdued launch and spin and a more brisk, direct feel. It is ideal for players who want to improve their wedge and iron play.

C-Taper shafts provide quicker players with less spin, greater distance, and lower trajectories.

Not every golfer or swing style can benefit from the KBS C-Taper golf shaft. If you want better control at high swing speeds, the C-Taper is for you.

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Overview Of KBS Tour Golf Shaft

The KBS tour shaft accommodates golfers of varying skill levels. Mid-flight iron and wedge players will appreciate the distinctive smoothness of the KBS tour steel shaft.

It is designed to enhance energy transfer, making it more straightforward and more effective to hit long irons and short wedges.

This tour shaft is a high-end golf shaft relied on by some of the finest golfers in the world due to its responsive feel and precision.

It is an excellent shaft for most golfers to try out because of its softer feel, more responsive loading, and professional control and accuracy.

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KBS C Taper vs Tour: Comparison Table

KBS C taper and KBS tour come in various designs and materials. In this section, we will show you a comparison table to understand the difference correctly.

What Are The Differences Between KBS C Taper and Tour Golf Shaft?

There are some significant differences between KBS C Taper and KBS Tour. After reading this section, we will be able to distinguish them.

With a very stiff tip portion but a relatively soft overall feel, the C-Taper is one of the most stable shafts available. Shafts with comparable properties typically sound and feel lifeless, unresponsive, and challenging to play.

On the other hand, The KBS Tour Lite is much like the regular Tour in terms of feel. The general “dampening” reduces roughness on all mishits, making them feel pleasant in your hands.

Just like it was described, the KBS Tour Lite shaft has a very comfortable and light swing.

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Design and Look

KBS C-Taper looks and feels very different from your standard irons. This shaft is designed to get the best possible output by making it comfortable.

On the other hand, the KBS Tour shaft is customizable to your swing and ball flight preferences across six different flex and weight levels.

There are no steps in the C Taper, and the labels are much more visible than in a standard KBS rectangle. Indeed, the look of the Tour is also attractive.

However, the fact you need to be careful is if you want greater distance and accuracy from your irons, you should try out the KBS Tour shaft.

Performance

To get green in C-Tapers, you need to hit the lowest flying bullets, and then you can shoot through the complete set.

It might be challenging to get wedges to settle and stay put. A noticeable improvement occurs upon switching to the lighter flex.

When you compare it with the regular KBS Tour setting, you can see that you’ll be able to carry the ball around a club further.

A lighter golf shaft often results in increased launch height and spin rate. You’ll have greater distance and a steeper slope angle, improving your ability to halt on the greens.

With the C-Taper, golfers can maintain a firmer grip even when their swing speeds are incredibly rapid.

But, the KBS Tour shafts excel in accommodating players of varying skill levels, from high to mid handicaps, who tend to more relaxed swing speeds.

Whose swing speeds aren’t quite up to the required level, but who want overall flexibility, the KBS Tour is a great option.

Again, players who are more physically dominant or swing quickly may find that the C-Taper shaft’s sharp feel encourages them to keep turning despite their shortcomings.

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The KBS C Taper shaft, which takes its cues from the preferences of Tour pros, is made for those who need a low, penetrating trajectory and a high degree of shot control.

KBS Tour steel shafts have a distinctively smooth feel and are ideal for mid-trajectory irons and wedges.

The KBS C-TAPER improves energy transfer for a responsive feel and reduces spin and trajectory precision for its taper and tip diameter optimization.

Offering a lower trajectory, less spin, and increased distance, the KBS Tour shaft is ideal for golfers looking for a club that is easy to hit with their swing.

KBS C Taper or Tour: Which Golf Shaft to choose?

It is difficult to say which shaft will be perfect for you from here! By keeping your requirements in mind, you need to choose the perfect one.

The effectiveness of KBS C Taper with a soft and controlled swing. If you want a good control swing, go for the C Taper.

When swinging more quickly and forcefully, which sometimes results in a loss of control, the shaft holds up well.

However, with KBS Tour, it’s crucial to make sure it’s a solid equipment mix for your specific swing if you want to improve distance through quicker swing speeds and a more fabulous launch.

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Frequently asked Questions (FAQs)

Some frequently asked questions may help you to find your query.

Does KBS C Taper give better performance than KBS Tour?

It will ultimately depend on your requirement. Please review our article, gather information, and choose the perfect one for you! The top golfers in the world choose KBS shafts because of their quick reactions and comfortable play.

Does KBS Tour feel better than C Taper?

Though the KBS tour has various options to get the best feel, the versatility of the C-Taper is one of its greatest strengths. It is critical to assess one’s fitness levels with the C-Taper initially. For those who want overall flexibility with their irons and wedges, the KBS Tour will be a perfect option for them.

Which one covers a better distance between C Taper and Tour?

The C-TAPER shaft has been shown in third-party studies to increase average distance by 5 percent compared to the industry leader. With the KBS Tour, golfers will get a more significant lift and an easier launch with their irons and wedges because of the increased energy transmission efficiency.

Does KBS C Taper give good control?

Several of the best players in the world use the KBS C-TAPER shaft on Tour because it provides them with the most shot control and responsive feel. But, the KBS Tour is a premium golf shaft relied upon by some of the world’s greatest golfers because of its precision.

Is it true that a heavier shaft plays stiffer?

Yes, it is true! But, if the average model is too heavy for you, the 20% lighter Tour Lite may be the perfect compromise. To get the most out of their KBS shafts, many players discover they need to tweak their setup.

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KBS C Taper Lite Shaft Review – Specs, Flex, Weight

The opening line of KBS’s description for the KBS C Taper Lite reads: “The C-TAPER LITE shaft incorporates proven KBS performance benefits in a lighter weight design.”

To us, this sounded a lot like the sort of pitch that goes: “if you liked so-and-so then you’re gonna love so-and-so.”

And we’re always a bit wary of these kinds of pitches. They just seem a bit gimmicky. But it’s KBS and they have rarely steered us wrong in the past so we suspended our disbelief for the KBS C Taper Lite. Is the KBS C Taper Lite truly just a lighter version of the immensely popular C Taper? Let’s find out.

KBS C Taper Lite Shaft Overview

One thing we liked about the original C Taper shaft was the stepless design and the KBS C Taper Lite retains that stepless design – so we’re off to a good start.

It also sports a nice brushed steel finish which effectively eliminates glare at address. Of course, you still get the white and red band in the middle which contains all the branding and lettering. That’s one thing about KBS that we’ve always liked – limited busyness on their shafts and the KBS C Taper Lite is no exception.

A lot of people shied away from the original C Taper shaft because it felt too boardy and didn’t jive with their swing. If you were one of those people, you aren’t going to experience a lot of relief when you swing the KBS C Taper Lite. Overall it still feels pretty stiff but that is also a good thing. The KBS C Taper Lite feels extremely accurate on nearly all kinds of strikes. The action is muted and limited to the butt section so there is still a kick; you just have to work a little to activate it.

It’s important to note that the KBS C Taper Lite comes in both taper and parallel tip iterations. The parallel tip versions are significantly heavier so we decided to test the KBS C Taper Lite in taper tip for this review.

Why is the KBS C Taper Lite So Popular?

The KBS C Taper Lite benefits from the success of the original C taper shafts.

They are advertised as simply lighter versions of the C Taper and we are inclined to agree. While many “lite” versions of more popular shafts compromise greatly on accuracy, we didn’t experience any of that with the KBS C Taper Lite. The KBS C Taper Lite maintains the incredible accuracy of the original at the peril of scaring away players who thought the original was too rigid. But it is definitely lighter so it should have broader appeal than the original C Taper.

How Does the KBS C Taper Lite Perform?

The KBS C Taper Lite is advertised as a mid/high-launching shaft with moderate spin.

We found this to be mostly true although we had to work a little bit to get an actual high launch. It seems that the KBS C Taper Lite wants to naturally stay in a middle trajectory. The spin rates we were getting were just about average. With the 7-iron we were seeing spin rates in the range of 6,000 to 7,500 RPMs.

The accuracy was off the charts though. Whether we were chipping it in or taking full swings with a 4-iron, divergence was super-tight. With the 7-iron, we weren’t even able to get the off-line divergence past the 5.5 yard mark. We were consistently hitting and staying on the green. That part in italics is really important.

The spin rates, one could argue, were pedestrian. But it was the quick, mid/high launch that allowed most of our testers to reach and land on the green. None of our shots that landed on the green were more than 5 yards away from each other too. Overall this is a remarkably accurate shaft

Shaft Specs

What flexes are available what swing speeds do they suit.

Regular is a good choice for 80-90 MPH swingers.

Stiff may be right for 91-100 MPH swingers. Extra stiff will likely suit 101-105 MPH swingers.

What Weights Are Available? What Swing Speeds Do They Suit?

Players in the 80-90 MPH swing speed range should try the 105g version.

If you’re swinging between 91 and 95 MPH, try the 110g version. Players swinging 95 to 100 MPH should try the 115g version.

Why is it So Good?

The benefits of the KBS C Taper Lite shaft can be distilled down to one word: accuracy.

The KBS C Taper Lite rewards a moderate/fast tempo with accuracy on any lie.

KBS C Taper Lite First Impressions

The first thing we noticed was that the KBS C Taper Lite didn’ have much more give than the original, heavier C Taper shaft.

But we suppose that was necessary to retain the incredible accuracy.

Key Features & Performance

The constant taper design makes it feel that the shaft is working to transfer all of your swing energy.

This results in a more controlled, fluid action in the shaft – albeit very subtle.

KBS C Taper Lite Irons Review

We were able to work the launch high in order to stick greens on long approaches; but the distance never waned.

KBS C Taper Lite Wedges Review

Spin rates in the wedges were average and our testers had great accuracy over distance on lob shots thanks to the stiffer profile.

KBS C Taper Lite Pros & Cons

Controllable launch
Controllable distance
Good energy transfer
A bit stout

Overall Score: 96/100

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Who Should Buy it?

One idea kept coming to mind during my own testing of the KBS C Taper Lite: that of a big and little brother standing side-by-side.

The KBS C Taper Lite truly is just a lighter version of the original C Taper with just a slightly more active butt section. The accuracy in the KBS C Taper Lite is almost identical to the original so this would be a great choice for moderate/fast swingers who want effortlessly tight dispersion.

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KBS C Taper Lite Vs KBS Tour Shaft Comparison And Review 2023

“If you’ve narrowed your choices for your next iron shafts down to the KBS C Taper Lite or the KBS Tour shafts, give yourself a pat on the back.”

Not only have you selected a couple of high-quality shafts; but it probably also means that you have taken a step forward in your golf game. But usually, the really hard part comes when you have to make a final decision between just a couple of shafts.

KBS shafts in general are a solid choice no doubt. But in the following comparison review, we will be helping you sort out the differences between the KBS C Taper Lite and the KBS Tour shafts that go beyond the specs.

KBS C Taper Lite Shaft Overview

“Right away, I really liked the looks of these shafts.”

The KBS C Taper Lite differentiate themselves a bit from other KBS shafts by featuring a brushed, stepless finish. The brushed steel is less reflective in direct sunlight and you still get the obligatory midsection band with all the branding and lettering.

More important than looks though is feel. The taper tip versions of this shaft are mid weight while the parallel tip versions veer towards heavy weight. Overall though, these feel like midweight shafts. So while you get a clear kick in the midsection, the KBS C Taper Lite has been designed with a stiff tip to help keep spin numbers under control.

Being a lighter shaft than the KBS Tour, I was able to gain club head speed with the KBS C Taper Lite. I thought my dispersion would widen by a significant margin but it didn’t. I felt that I could get the ball through the narrowest fairways with the KBS C Taper Lite. The stiff tip goes a long way towards stabilizing flight.

Make no mistake about it though: the KBS C Taper Lite produces steep launch angles. This will be a great boon for some but could detriment players with more aggressive tempos.

“The KBS C Taper Lite spin numbers are lower than I would have expected from a high-launching shaft. This should be a great combo for mid-tempo swingers.”

KBS Tour Shaft Overview

“The feel of the KBS Tour shaft is surprisingly similar to the KBS C Taper Lite except for a couple of key points.”

Let’s start with the similarities. The KBS Tour’s action is all in the midsection just like the KBS C Taper Lite – maybe just a bit lower in the midsection. The KBS Tour also has a very stiff, stable tip. However, you can feel the extra heft of the KBS Tour almost immediately – especially if you do what I did and switch immediately from the KBS C Taper Lite to the KBS Tour.

The KBS Tour also feels stouter than the KBS C Taper Lite. But, like most KBS shafts, the KBS Tour still feels smooth through transition. The dispersion, for my swing, was effortlessly tight. Chunking was a bit of an issue off the deck; but that could have been the result of the adjustment I had to make after having tested the lighter KBS C Taper Lite.

As you can imagine, the KBS Tour produces significantly lower launch angles than the KBS C Taper Lite and the spin numbers were also lower.

“The KBS Tour shaft is definitely for powerful swingers who need to keep the ball low to get the most distance.”

Overview Conclusion

“I feel like outside of weight, there isn’t a huge difference between these shafts.”

The KBS Tour is sort of the standard for better players but the KBS C Taper Lite just feels like a lighter version. Slower swingers will definitely want to check out the KBS C Taper Lite while powerful swingers will appreciate the traditional heft and stability of the KBS Tour.

KBS C Taper Lite First Impressions

“This shaft felt instantly wieldy in the hands.”

It’s easy to manage, easy to load and remains stable even on your hardest swing.

KBS Tour First Impressions

“The KBS Tour shaft gave me the confidence to fire at will.”

Even on my most aggressive swings, I got the feeling that this was essentially a point-and-shoot shaft.

KBS C Taper Lite Pros & Cons

Holds up well against the KBS Tour
Sleek, stepless design
High launch
Very stable tip section
Similar dispersion to the KBS Tour
Not ideal for powerful swingers

KBS Tour Pros & Cons

Extremely stable
Very tight dispersion
Takes strong loads very well
Stepped design

Other Shaft Options

If you aren’t sold on the KBS C Taper Lite or the KBS Tour, you should check out the KBS Max shafts.

The KBS Max 90 in particular is like the KBS C Taper Lite in that it offers similar stability, accuracy and dispersion as the heavier KBS Tour shaft.

But if you are in the market for a graphite KBS shaft, you should check out the KBS Max 65. As the name suggests, the KBS Max 65 is a 65g shaft and it feels incredibly fast. While the dispersion certainly widens up with this shaft, it would still be worth a try for slow swing speed players.

KBS C Taper Lite Specs

Weight : 105g, 110g, 115g (taper), 108.5g, 118.5g, 125g (parallel)

Flex : Regular, stiff, extra stiff

Length : 37.5”-41” (taper), 41” (parallel)

Tip : .355 (taper) .370 (parallel)

Butt : .600”

KBS Tour Specs

Weight : 110g, 115g, 120g, 125g, 130g (taper), 120g, 130g, 133g (parallel)

Flex : Regular, R+, Stiff, Stiff+, extra stiff (taper), regular, stiff, extra stiff (parallel)

Length : 37.5”-41” (taper), 43.5” (parallel)

Tip : .355” (taper), .370” (parallel)

Who Should Buy the KBS C Taper Lite?

“Players who want a combination of stability and speed.”

Moderate to fast swingers should feel right at home with the KBS C Taper Lite.

Overall Score: 97/100

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Who Should Buy the KBS Tour?

“Players who demand ultimate stability on powerful loads.”

This is the shaft that can keep up with your most powerful swings and should fit heavy hitters like a glove.

Overall Score: 98/100

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C-taper
Inspired by Tour player feedback, the KBS C-TAPER shaft is designed for players requiring a low piercing trajectory and superior shot control. NOTE: (.370) Parallel Shaft is a single length shaft that will be Tip & Butt Trimmed to length. ... TAPER TIP TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS FLEX CLUBS WEIGHT TIP LENGTH BUTT OD. FINISH; Regular: 2i - 9i, PW ...
KBS C-Taper 90 Iron Shaft Review
The original C-Taper shaft felt a little stout for me, but the C-Taper 90 has a little softer feel. It has some similarities to the KBS Tour 90, but with the consistency of the C-Taper. Being a lighter weight shaft, the C-Taper 90 felt easier to swing and like a lot less of a "battle" than the original C-Tapers were for me.
KBS Tour 90 Review
The KBS Tour 90 is an excellent shaft if you have a smooth tempo. Even if you have a fast swing speed, you can still use this shaft effectively; but the name of the game is a deliberate transition. If you get aggressive, the shaft will feel limp and your shot will be erratic. The KBS Tour 90 is a great shaft for anyone seeking more accuracy ...
Tour
The KBS TOUR offers a smooth, responsive feel and is the preferred model by several of the best golfers in the world. NOTE: (.370) Parallel Shaft is a single length shaft that will be Tip & Butt Trimmed to length. Trimming CAN change how the shaft will play. 3-PW will be 8 pcs. ... TAPER TIP TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS FLEX CLUBS WEIGHT TIP LENGTH ...
Uncovering the Specs of the KBS Tour 90 Shaft
The KBS Tour 90 shaft has a weight of 95 grams for the regular flex option and 102 grams for the stiff flex option. It has a tip diameter of .355 inches. The weight of a shaft is an important factor to consider when selecting the right club for your swing. A heavier shaft can provide more stability and control, while a lighter shaft can ...
KBS C-Taper Iron Shaft Review
The C-Taper is easily one of the most stable shafts on the market with an extremely stiff tip section but a smooth overall feel . Most shafts with similar characteristics tend to come off boardy, dead, and difficult to play with a lack of any "action.". The C-Taper is exactly the opposite. You still get the feeling of unloading the shaft ...
KBS C-Taper Shaft Review
More Information-. Inspired from tour player feedback, the KBS C-TAPER shaft is specially designed to produce a lower flight and spin rate while delivering the signature benefits of a piercing trajectory and smooth feel. By stiffening the shaft profile in the lower taper rate and early tip section, the C-TAPER is engineered to maximize shot ...
KBS Tour 90 Shafts
The forum review of the KBS Tour 90's has definitely been eye opening for the forum as the testers have made some nice progress in their games with these shafts. Pretty neat to hear Eric describe how the shafts work to get that whip reaction and maximize the results of the swing. There definitely seems to be something to the 21% lighter shafts ...
KBS Tour 90 Shafts Review
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C-TAPER Black Limited Edition
On Tour, the KBS C-TAPER shaft is preferred by several of the world's top players who favor shot control and crisp feel. Available in five flexes and weight ranging from 110g to 130g — The KBS C-TAPER shaft is purposed for dialing in quick tempo players. ... TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS SHAFT FLEX CLUBS WEIGHT TIP DIAMETER LENGTH Butt OD. Stiff ...
KBS C Taper Lite vs KBS Tour: What are the Differences?
The KBS C-Taper Lite and KBS Tour are both premium shafts, however, the KBS C-Taper Lite is generally more expensive. You would think the Tour will be more expensive due to its heavier weight and more complex design. The KBS C-Taper Lite is a lighter-weight option, which makes it more accessible for a wider range of golfers. Unfortunately, the ...
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The KBS Max 90 in particular is like the KBS C Taper Lite in that it offers similar stability, accuracy and dispersion as the heavier KBS Tour shaft. ... KBS Tour Specs. Weight: 110g, 115g, 120g, 125g, 130g (taper), 120g, 130g, 133g (parallel) Flex: Regular, R+, Stiff, Stiff+, extra stiff (taper), regular, stiff, extra stiff (parallel)
KBS Tour 90 .370" Iron Shafts
JimY. · 6 months ago. With this KBS Tour 90 shaft the listed weight is the raw uncut weight of the shaft. With the Tour Lite (FS0079) .370" tip size shaft shaft is a combination R/S flex that can be trimmed to either an R flex or an S flex. This shaft raw uncut weight is 105 grams and 42" long.
KBS TOUR 90 VS KBS C TAPER LITE
The two are next-door neighbors on the KBS shaft chart. One comparison point: if you hit an 8i with the Tour 90 and it seems to balloon a bit, go with the C-Taper Lite. I have about 87 MPH driver clubhead speed, and played the Tour 105 for a season in Nike Vapor Speed irons.
KBS Tour vs C Taper Shafts: Comparison
The KBS C-Taper steel shaft comes with five loads and flexibility options. Mass ranges from 110gm and 130gm, with flexibility increasing with mass. There is a normal, systematic, rigid, rigid plus, and additionally rigid variants, each with its unique load structure. Each load and flexibility spectrum is designed to generate a deep ball ...
Kbs C Taper Shaft Review
The KBS C-Taper steel shaft model is one of the most stable and well-built iron and wedge shafts available. Designed from the constant input of golf professionals, C-Taper is a tour-level golf shaft that gives more control to aggressive swingers. Players with quick tempos or that enjoy feeling a more stable golf shaft will love the C-Taper from ...
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6. Weight and Balance. KBS C-Taper: The C-Taper shafts typically have a slightly higher overall weight compared to the S-Taper shafts. This extra weight can help players with faster swing speeds maintain control and maximize their power transfer, but it might not be as suitable for golfers looking for a lighter feel.
KBS C Taper vs. KBS Tour: Which Golf Shaft to Choose?
The C-Taper shaft has superior, cutting-edge technology, but it offers even more solidity and command of the ball. Actually, the C-Taper has a more subdued launch and spin and a more brisk, direct feel. It is ideal for players who want to improve their wedge and iron play. C-Taper shafts provide quicker players with less spin, greater distance ...
KBS C Taper Lite Shaft Review
Specs: KBS C Taper Lite (taper tip) Available flexes: Regular, stiff, extra stiff: Weight: 105g, 110g, 115g: Butt.600: Tip.355: Length: ... Players in the 80-90 MPH swing speed range should try the 105g version. If you're swinging between 91 and 95 MPH, try the 110g version. Players swinging 95 to 100 MPH should try the 115g version.
KBS C Taper Lite Vs KBS Tour Shaft Comparison And Review 2023
The KBS Max 90 in particular is like the KBS C Taper Lite in that it offers similar stability, accuracy and dispersion as the heavier KBS Tour shaft. But if you are in the market for a graphite KBS shaft, you should check out the KBS Max 65. As the name suggests, the KBS Max 65 is a 65g shaft and it feels incredibly fast.
KBS Tour 90s vs C-Taper 90s
I thought the C Taper 90 was just a rebranded KBS Tour 90 for the SLDRs. Could be wrong, though. Spoiler. arydolphin GTHC! Joined Aug 26, 2009 Messages 22,119 Reaction score 426 Location Brookline, MA Handicap 6.9. Aug 1, 2014 #3 Jersey Nate said: I thought the C Taper 90 was just a rebranded KBS Tour 90 for the SLDRs. Could be wrong, though. ...
C-taper Lite
MID-HIGH LAUNCH. SPIN CONTROL. PURE PERFORMANCE. The C-TAPER LITE shaft incorporates proven KBS performance benefits in a lighter weight design. The firm tip and soft butt produce a mid-high trajectory and controlled spin. Featuring a constant taper design and proportionate increase in wall thickness, the C-TAPER LITE optimizes energy transfer for maximum distance. Independent testing […]
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KBS is proud to offer the KBS Tour $-Taper in 2 finishes: Black PVD and Classic KBS Chrome, KBS Tour $-Taper is available in the following Flex and Weights: R 110g, R+ 115g, S 120g, S+ 125g and X 130g. Finally, you have Tour Feel and Money Performance. NOTE: (.370) Parallel Shaft is a single length shaft that will be Tip & Butt Trimmed to ...

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