By using S3 values, we are able to standardize values across all of our shaft reviews. TaylorMade SIM UDI #2 Driving Iron Right Tour AD DI-85 Stiff Graphite # 114388. What’s different is that the AD IZ doesn’t kick the way the AD DI does; it feels like the energy flows from the handle to the club head. In the case of the AD XC, M40X allowed Graphite Design to make a shaft that’s stronger and still shave a few grams of weight. Hey Matt, which driver head did you use for this test? Great stuff, Tony.  The company’s website describes the AD IZ as being Firm+ in the tip, Medium in the middle, and Firm in the butt. Learn how your comment data is processed. If you’re asking for a recommendation for yourself, I would say to go work with a fitter. Dallas Golf Company is proud to be one of the leading online sellers of custom, aftermarket golf shafts for drivers.We have thousands of shafts from more than a dozen manufacturers (Aldila, Fujikura, Oban, Mitsubishi, VA Composite, Graphite Design and more!) Pingback: Graphite Designs MAD Shaft Review - Plugged In Golf. The RADSPEED fairway features a traditional shape with a balance of front and back RADIAL WEIGHTING to deliver low spin, with high launch for maximum distance and improved stopping power into greens. The RADSPEED XB Tour Length driver is inspired by Rickie Fowler’s shorter 43.5” driver, which he trusts to help him be more accurate and hit more fairways. MSRP is $500 though your actual street price should be a bit under $400. I have a full review of the ATMOS Tour Spec line here: https://pluggedingolf.com/fujikura-atmos-shaft-review/, Did you tip the shaft at all? As you may recall from our Golf Geeks Story on Shaft Performance, a higher balance point allows for more head weight without drastically impacting the swingweight. Find many great new & used options and get the best deals for Left Handed TaylorMade SIM MAX 19* 3H Hybrid Stiff Graphite Very Good at the best online prices at eBay! Because measurement tools vary across the shaft industry, the S3 numbers may not align with data published by the manufacturer. This suggests a shaft that is overall just a bit stiffer than the BB. M40X is a bit of a best of both worlds’ solution. Your email address will not be published. Thank you! Why would you choose the DI over the IZ? Using S3 data, we’ll be providing a comparison of the Graphite Design Tour AD XC to the AD BB and AD IZ. I am not able to have a fitting in the country i live and i would like suggestion which shaft you would reccomend between AD DI and AD IZ to play with the SIM DHY #2 and #4 irons.  The tip is extremely stable in both shafts. Higher torque works for some golfers, while low torque is beneficial to others – particularly more aggressive swingers. Matt lives in the northwest suburbs of Chicago with his wife and two daughters. I’m not trying to be funny or rude, but if the DI is recommended by your fitter, get the DI. I did not tip it, installed it straight in. In a matter of minutes, the S3 determines the following shaft specs: Straightness, Consistency Profile, EI Profile, CPM Analysis, and Torque. Callaway has been the #1 Hybrid in Golf for years, and we’re constantly introducing game-changing innovations for every segment of the category. The following two tabs change content below. TSi fairway metals give players three ways to take advantage of our most advanced metals lineup ever.  The lightest is 40 grams, available in Lite/Senior and Regular flex. Viktor Hovland WITB 2021. For more information on the Tour AD XC and other Graphite Design Shafts, visit ProsChoiceGolfShafts.com . Both the AD BB and XC should be considered mid-launch profiles. A real winner! While speed is almost invariably a part of every golf equipment story, the company says golfers report tighter dispersion as well.  It’s also important to note that the 40 gram version has a very different profile – a soft tip with medium mid and butt sections. I’m looking for a little more stability with less work.  This look is the inverse of one of their most successful models, the Tour AD DI. As a quick refresher, the gray line extended to the edge of the graphic depicts what’s defined as a neutral shaft in the Cool Clubs S3 database. I’m playing the AD IZ5 X at 46″ in a Mizuno driver and think it’s the best shaft I’ve hit in a long time. While the AD IZ is a bit stiffer in the handle section, the softer tip provides a higher launch. With the various materials Graphite Design has used in the Tour AD XC-6 shaft, including M40X and T1100 carbon fiber pre-preg, players may feel like the shaft is more stable and that they’re able to control ball flight nicely. This gives S3 Technologies a unique and in-depth understanding of the quality and performance of the industry’s shafts.”. As with other fitting variables, lower torque isn’t inherently better. Hybrid- PXG 0317 X Gen 2 (19 degrees) Graphite Design Tour AD DI 95X Irons- Callaway Rogue Pro (4), Callaway Apex Pro 16 (5-PW) True Temper Dynamic Gold Tour Issue S400 Wedges- Callaway Mack Daddy 4 (54), Vokey Design prototype (’18) (60-06K ) True Temper Dynamic Gold Tour … He's worked in nearly every job in the golf industry from club fitting to instruction to writing and speaking. Hi Matt, By comparison, the AD IZ, which can be thought of as a modernized AD DI, offers appreciably higher launch. As previously mentioned, you’ll find this true for many of Graphite Design’s offerings. With torque values below 3, all of the shafts included in our comparison can be considered low torque. Sign up for our weekly newsletter and not only will you get the latest reviews, instruction, and more delivered directly to your inbox, you’ll also be entered into regular giveaways for golf clubs, PGA Tour passes, and more. Copyright © 2021 Plugged In Golf. Shaft Review - Graphite Design Tour AD XC. The Tour AD IZ is available in a wide range of weights and flexes. Don’t overthink it. S3 Technologies solves this challenge by testing all of our products in-house using the S3. As you can see, within the S3 system, the XC is characterized by an ever-so-slightly stiffer handle and tip sections, relative to the AD BB.  The 60 gram model has Regular, Stiff, and X versions. Hybrid- PXG 0317 X Gen 2 (19 degrees) Graphite Design Tour AD DI 95X Irons- Callaway Rogue Pro (4), Callaway Apex Pro 16 (5-PW) True Temper Dynamic Gold Tour Issue S400 Wedges- Callaway Mack Daddy 4 (54), Vokey Design prototype (’18) (60-06K ) True Temper Dynamic Gold Tour Issue S400 Putter- Odyssey Toulon Madison Copyright © 2021 Plugged In Golf. I had a GD Purple Ice in a driver and felt it was the best shaft I’ve ever used. Given that Graphite Design launched the AD BB all the way back in 2012, it seems reasonable, if not logical, that the XC would replace the BB entirely. Graphite Design is a no-nonsense company. To make our shaft coverage more meaningful (and useful) to our readers, we’ve partnered with Cool Clubs, one of the leading custom fitting companies in golf, to bring you shaft reviews powered by its Shaft Simulation System (S3). Many aftermarket offerings, like the AD XC, are billed as low torque, which means the tip section of the shaft is more resistant to twisting than a higher torque alternative. I currently play AD DI 65 grams Stiff regular in the driver and TGI 80 stiff in the irons. Tried a GD YS 6 afterward and it was not satisfying. The Tour AD IZ enhances the Graphite Design line-up by adding a unique feel that still has the consistency that players of all levels want.  If you’re looking to get your drives “Into the Zone” of high launch and low spin, the AD IZ is definitely worth a look. As always, your mileage may vary. This lighter weight and slight softness in the Tour AD XC-6 S can help some players load the club more efficiently. Driver: Ping G425 LST (9°, Project X Hzrdus Smoke RDX Black 6.5 shaft) 3-wood: TaylorMade SIM (14.5°, Mitsubishi Tensei Blue AV 85 TX shaft) Driving iron: Callaway X Forged UT (21°, Graphite Design Tour AD-DI Hybrid 85X shaft) Irons: Ping i210, (4-PW, KBS Tour-V 120 X shafts) Wedges: Ping Glide 3.0 (50°, 55°) Vokey WedgeWorks (60°, KBS Tour-V 130 X shafts) Required fields are marked *. The Graphite Design Tour AD XC shaft is available through custom club fitters and other authorized Graphite Design resellers. The comparatively soft midsection, as evidenced by the sloping shape of the profile, is a signature of the Graphite Design engineering philosophy. What struck me during my testing of the Tour AD IZ was the consistency.  In my first few swings, I struggled with the feel simply because it’s different than what I’ve been gaming.  However, that smooth, whip-crack feel was the same swing after swing, so I was able to get locked in with it quickly.  If you just want solid performance, check out GD. The most significant differences in the profiles are found at either end of the shaft. Not only does Cools Clubs S3 system give us standardized quantitative information about the shaft(s) being reviewed, the data we share will provide you with a much better sense of how those shafts compare with similarly spec’d offerings on the market today. Despite being a little long in the tooth by golf equipment standards, the seven (and counting) -year-old shaft remains popular with fitters. As far as what the Tour AD XC is: it’s a modernization of the company’s popular Tour AD BB offering. We will focus on the XC 60 S model and compare it to the Tour AD BB-6 S and Tour AD IZ-6S. What’s notable here is that despite variations in butt and tip EI, the mid-sections of all three shafts offer virtually identical stiffness. ball speed with our remarkable new Jailbreak Velocity Blades. MSRP is $500 though your actual street price should be a bit under $400. The Graphite Design Tour AD IZ shaft produces high launch and low spin with a unique feel.  The AD DI has the same Medium mid section, but the tip is Stiff (half a notch firmer than the AD IZ) and the butt is Medium (a whole notch softer). Graphite Design describes the Tour AD XC as a modernized Tour AD BB. Does a good shaft maker for s and x flex hitters really mean much for us who are reg and senior? Invariably, when we talk about additions to Graphite Design’s flagship Tour AD shaft lineup, we have to cover both what the shaft is and what it isn’t. Tony is the Editor of MyGolfSpy where his job is to bring fresh and innovative content to the site. If the DI is recommended how do I go about choosing between the DI and the IZ as they both have similar characteristics? Every year, they release one or two new shafts with relatively modest fanfare (we reviewed the excellent Tour AD TP earlier this year). Flexes range from R1 to TX. Im getting fitted for a new driver next week. It is very accurate, consistent, long, and great feeling. Designed by WPZOOM. I have only tested the AD IZ hybrid shaft. - Hybrid: PXG 0317X GEN2 | 19 degrees | Graphite Design Tour AD DI 95X⁣ shaft - Irons: Callaway Rogue Pro (4); Apex Pro 16 (5-PW) | True Temper Dynamic Gold Tour Issue S400 shafts How would you say this compares to the VR? His previous recommendation for my previous driver was the Tour AD MJ but I will try out the DI this time out. Tony believes that golfers deserve to know what's real and what's not, and that means MyGolfSpy's equipment coverage must extend beyond the so-called facts as dictated by the same companies that created them. The Graphite Design Tour AD XC is available in a wide range of weights and flexes. Shop new and used Callaway drivers from the fantastic selection available at 2nd Swing. Most of all Tony believes in performance over hype and #PowerToThePlayer. All Rights Reserved.. Podcast Episode 118 – There Is No Perfect Fit, https://pluggedingolf.com/fujikura-atmos-shaft-review/, Graphite Designs MAD Shaft Review - Plugged In Golf, 2019 Waste Management Phoenix Open Recap - Plugged In Golf, Graphite Design Tour AD IZ Hybrid Shaft Review - Plugged In Golf, https://pluggedingolf.com/graphite-design-tour-ad-vr-shaft-review/, Titleist Introduces TSi1 Metals, TSi2&3 Hybrids, and TSi4 Driver. The Graphite Design Tour AD XC shaft is available through custom club fitters and other authorized Graphite Design resellers. The AD DI is often used by golfers and even some Graphite Design competitors, as a baseline for describing relative shaft performance, and that’s certainly appropriate here. I have the IZ-7x and its interesting reading the comparisons between the new XC and the BB. If you’re asking which I would play, I’d choose the DI. In addition to his editorial responsibilities, he was instrumental in developing MyGolfSpy's data-driven testing methodologies and continues to sift through our data to find the insights that can help improve your game. For golfers seeking more distance (admittedly often at the expense of accuracy), this allows drivers to be built to longer playing lengths. Because of the strength of the M40X material, fewer plies are needed which should eliminate what golfers often describe as a “boardy” feel. Choose from three premium performance models - Tour AD DI, Tour AD IZ, and the new Tour AD … Matt, does this feel and launch similar to the PX Evenflow black? I have a full review of the VR here: https://pluggedingolf.com/graphite-design-tour-ad-vr-shaft-review/, Which of the two shafts you would choose to play in a 2 sim dhy iron (more pentrating flight and low spin) and 4 sim dhy iron (higher flight and more mid spin?). As you can see, the XC and BB straddle our neutral line. The Graphite Design Tour AD IZ shaft produces high launch and low spin with a unique feel.. Introduction. This sounds similar in feel, so I’d be game to try it. In line with the general theme of this story, the XC has evolved slightly from the AD BB, but the change in torque is far from massive. As we’ve said, Graphite Design’s offerings tend to be more alike than different. The XC shaft is offered in five different weight classes: 40, 50, 60, 70, and 80. C $308.14. In addition to the sub-50g offering, the XC is also available in a 58-gram X-Flex and what Graphite Design labels Tour X-Stiff in 67.g and 76.5-gram versions. that … A replacement, however, is exactly what the AD XC isn’t. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. When looking for similar shafts in the S3 database, these are the shafts we identified as most similar to the AD XC. Choose from three premium performance models - Tour AD DI, Tour AD IZ, and the new Tour AD … Your email address will not be published. Matt is the Founder and Editor in Chief of Plugged In Golf. Its inclusion in the lineup speaks to the increase in clubhead speed among professional and elite amateur golfers. In the past I have been an DI 7x, and 8x tipped more. Pingback: 2019 Waste Management Phoenix Open Recap - Plugged In Golf, Pingback: Graphite Design Tour AD IZ Hybrid Shaft Review - Plugged In Golf, How did the AD IZ shaft perform in the Ping G400 max. So much so that the AD BB is the No. That description implies that XC is less about reinventing and more about incorporating material advancements into a good product to make it better. For more information on the Tour AD XC and other Graphite Design Shafts, visit ProsChoiceGolfShafts.com. All Rights Reserved.. The combination of materials along with the bend profile provides what Graphite Design describes a shaft that’s easier to load and transfers more energy to the ball.  Every year, they release one or two new shafts with relatively modest fanfare (we reviewed the excellent Tour AD TP earlier this year). The launch of TSi introduces an additional selection of Tour-proven shafts from Graphite Design. Swing speed is close to yours. The two are connected. On paper, the Graphite Design Tour AD IZ is similar to the Tour AD DI. If you need giant social media campaigns, there are shaft companies that give you that. In my opinion, the EvenFlow Black has a feel that’s substantially different than the AD IZ. Shop new and used Cobra fairway woods from the fantastic selection available at 2nd Swing. Comparisons are based on stiff flex shafts in the 60-gram range. Shafts. The feel of the DI is more comfortable for me, so it performs a bit more consistently. Something like T1100G, for example, has exceptionally high-tensile strength but low- to moderate-tensile modulus. Graphite Design has introduced its new Tour AD model for 2020, called the XC, which stands for Xtra Carry. “S3 Technologies utilizes the most advanced shaft testing technology in the industry. How would compare the IZ to the Atmos Red Tour Spec in terms of feel and performance? Torsional stiffness can play a role in accuracy, which could partially explain why Graphite Design reports tighter dispersion with the XC. Feel or just better performance? The Tour Length offering is configured with a shorter 44.5” length, and a heavier back weight (16g) to deliver maximum control off the tee without sacrificing distance. Now that I have had a Tour AD shaft, I might never go back (of course unless a fitter or data shows me otherwise). The Shaft Simulation System (S3), which was developed in 2013, is a fully automated, all-in-one shaft profiling machine. The tip section is reinforced with T1100g to provide the low- mid-spin characteristics.  If you need giant social media campaigns, there are shaft companies that give you that. Once I was dialed in, I saw exactly the ball flight that Graphite Design describes: high launch and low spin.  With the stable tip, I was able to swing hard without a fear of “losing” the shaft.  On the other hand, the feel was so smooth that I could swing easily and still feel it working.  Whether swinging hard or soft, I was able to control the ball flight and maintain near-optimal distance. Unfortunately they do not the new IZ available for testing. Or perhaps more accurately, I perform more consistently with it. Launch will depend on how the individual mixes with each shaft. That similarity transfers over to the real world. In case you missed it, check out our story detailing why we believe S3 provides the best insights into shaft performance. It’s a great option for those who want a mid-launch/mid-low spin shaft in the lower end of the 60- to 70-gram weight range. I would suggest that if you’re comfortable with the IZ in your driver, try that in your hybrids, too. Bottom line, it’s not what we would describe as a counter-balanced offering. In simple terms, it can be thought of as the true definition of mid-launch. While lighter in weight and softer in overall frequency than both the Tour AD BB-6 S and the Tour AD IZ-6 S, the Tour AD XC-6 S still launches lower. Tour AD IZ vs DI for Driver and 3 wood? That includes everything from a 47-gram model in R2 flex (Lite/Senior) to an 85-gram X-Stiff version. One of the most significant differences between made for/stock OEM and aftermarket shafts is found in the torque numbers. Appropriate for this time of year, the Graphite Design AD IZ sports an orange and matte black color scheme. 50 Words or Less. Thanks…Ed. That’s especially true for the new Apex Hybrid, a high-tech, high-performance design that blends exceptional A.I.  This is slightly unusual – it’s more common for a shaft to have that distinct bend point – but it’s a great feel once you get used to it. While some of the aforementioned specs can be obtained from shaft manufacturers, a lack of industry standards prevents that data from being used for accurate apples-to-apples comparisons. The launch of TSi introduces an additional selection of Tour-proven shafts from Graphite Design. Does any shaft mfgr specialize in shafts for us? Copyright 2021. Cobra King F9 Speedback Hybrid Graphite Shaft BAFFLER RAILS THIN FACE Pick Club + shipping . Free shipping for many products! The zone stiffness breakdown is a bit like zooming in on sections of the previous chart. Message document.getElementById("comment").setAttribute( "id", "acadaf61cf8f8f6da7ee2fe251ddfeae" );document.getElementById("bc09f2d6ac").setAttribute( "id", "comment" ); Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. I swing reg flex (Recoil F3) in irons but I can’t swing with control a full length driver as well, and straddle reg and senior flex on 43 inch or longer.. Graphite Design makes the best shaft on the market in my opinion. MyGolfSpy, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Notify me of followup comments via e-mail.  Every flex from Senior to X is available at 50 grams, with the 50-X being a first for Graphite Design. In this case, the biggest upgrade is the inclusion of TORAYCA M40X carbon fiber pre-preg in the mid through tip section of the shaft. When fitters (a shaft manufacturer’s primary customers) are comfortable with a shaft, trust a shaft, and are selling quite a few of them, it’s not the best business move to take something away from them, especially when it’s just as easy to give them another option. Would the IZ be a perfect in-between going in the 6tx and 7tx. Thanks Matt. This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google, (your email address will not be published), Titleist TSi4 Driver, TSi1 Driver and TSi1 Fairway Wood, Titleist TSi Hybrids (TSi1, TSi2 and TSi3), Fujikura Vista Pro Shafts (Driver, Hybrid and Iron), Ball Lab – Bridgestone Tour B X Golf Ball Review, Vokey SM8 (46° F, 50° F, 54° D, 58° K). Great kick at the correct point and consistent ball flight. However, with the T1100 reinforced tip, the XC is expected to provide mid-low spin. The Tour X is intended for golfers who swing above 110 miles an hour. What is the loft of your driver you tested with Tour AD IZ? It’s likely better suited to golfers who prefer a heavier swing weight or, I suppose you could say, like to feel the head during the swing. Graphite Design is a no-nonsense company. Graphically, Graphite Design always plays it straight: simple branding below the handle with a shift in the base color. Callaway Golf has been on the cutting edge of driver technology for years, and was the driving force behind the advent of oversize, titanium drivers that are ubiquitous in golf today. 4 selling shaft in the Graphite Design lineup. sorry the text was incomplete. At the risk of wading too deep into the shaft material weeds, the selling point for M40X is that it offers both high modulus and high-tensile strength. I’m in the process of researching shafts to put into my new 3 wood. Cobra Golf’s dedication to making their fairway woods easier to hit resulted in the creation of an entirely new category of clubs and, even after developing the hybrid market, their …
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