QUESTION: Hi Mark

I currently hit Mizuno MP-60s w/ a Rifle 5.5 shaft.  I have lost some distance and
Nippon Shafts were recommended to me as a replacement option to consider rather than continuing in the Rifle series.

Are Nippon Shafts “step” models or 1 piece like Rifles ? Thanks, Mark

ANSWER: Hi Mark,

If you have lost some distance with your current shaft model- the trouble might be with the weight of the shaft, or the flex of the shaft. Since you are currently using Mizuno irons, you might consider connecting with a Mizuno center that offers their new “optimizer” kit, which has a variety of shafts and heads for instant side-by-side comparison via the use of a quick connect interchange head and shaft system.

I like this type of system, or any Opti-Fit, Select-Fit, or clubmaker fit system that allows for live, comparative, side-by-side testing so as to identify the ideal flex, length and shaft model. Using this approach gives you all of you answers.

Many of the Rifles models have a straight taper, no step shaft design. Our Nippon Shaft models have a stepped design. Both are premium shaft contruction types. Regards, Mark

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