The golf shaft is almost always made of graphite fiber or steel and it connects the golf grip to the face or head of the club. The shaft is usually 34 to 46 inches long with a diameter of 1/2 inch. The shaft comes in varying degrees of stiffness. Golfers who are bigger and stronger may want stiff shafts, while golfers who are on the smaller side may want more flexible shafts.
Step 1
Use a ladies' (indicated by the letter L is marked on the shaft) golf shaft if you are smaller and get fewer than 200 yards on your drive. This type of shaft is used by many women golfers, but it can also be used by smaller men. Ladies' shafts are primarily made of graphite and they are very flexible. The extra whippy characteristic will give you an opportunity to get more distance on your shot.
Step 2
Use regular (R) shafts if you are an average golfer who is fairly happy with your distance and accuracy. Regular shafts are used by many golfers who average 230 to 250 yards off the tee. If you get good distance and keep the majority of your shots in the fairway, regular shafts are for you.
Step 3
Use stiff (S) shafts if you are a big hitter but sometimes struggle with your accuracy. Stiff shafts are often made of steel, but they can also be made of graphite. They are heavier than regular shafts and it takes a hard swing to get them to flex prior to hitting the ball. Stiff shafts are good for golfers who can hit the ball 260 yards or more off the tee but sometimes have problems with their accuracy.
Step 4
Use senior (A) shafts if you have noticed you don't get the distance you once did off the tee or from the fairway. Older players may want more flexibility in their shafts so they can get back the distance they lost. Senior shafts have more flexibility than regular shafts but not quite as much as ladies' clubs.
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