Thanks for replying back! Sounds like a great shaft! Hey Matt, I sure would like a shot at winning this in a 50 Gram Weight R2 Flex. Ventus Blue 7wood shaft, Odyssey Milled Collection #7, Piretti Teramo Putter. As always, work with a club fitter to find your optimal fit. This is a burly shaft that will stand up to very aggressive swings and transitions. Id love to try the 60 stiff. I have tested a lot of other premium shafts in the market-place but none compare to Fujikura. Intriguing info given. Your previous content has been restored. I am a buy and sell if it dont work as I dont live within a 300 miles of a good club fitter. Purchasing the Tour Edge C721 and trying to decide between the two. TM Stealth2 Plus - 9* head only with headcover, Thinning the herd: DeWiz and Putters (Toulon Portland, Odyssey 5K, Ping Tyne 4, Kevin Burns, Scotty H20). Taylormade SIM2 - Project X Hzrdus Smoke Black RDX 70 6.5 Cobra LTD 3w - Project X Evenflow Black 85 6.0 Cobra LTD 5w - Project X Evenflow Black 85 6.0 . Very different feels, though both are stable in the tip. I m planning on putting this shaft on my Epic Flash 5 wood and Epic Flash 4 hybrid. I may need to change heads, too, although my dispersion is good with the TS3. The ventus black will feel s lot smoother and is definitely as low spin as the hulk. Given how popular HZRDUS Black has been . Pasted as rich text. I would like to try 65 gram stiff. I want to put it on my Maverik driver. Who has hit both and can compare? Im worried my spin was slightly too low but I trust my guy. Titleist TSR2 7W 21*, Diamana Whiteboard 83X, Titleist T200 4-6, T100S 7-PW, Accra i125x. I'm playing a 65 Five. Length Standard. Introduction The last expansion of the HZRDUS family was the RDX models [review HERE] which leveraged Hexcel's HexTow carbon fiber for more strength and consistency. The tip of the Ventus is described as ultra stiff to prevent twisting. We have also thrown in our Honorable Mentions in both heads and shafts. When I first saw Ventus at the PGA Show, I was excited to try it. Thanks. 0. Yes, hook me up with a 60 Stiff and lets see if it flies longer than my current toys. I would be interested in testing the 70 gram stiff Ventus. Awesome review. The extra ball speed would be a plus! I am playing a Fujikura Pro 2.0 but would love to see if a Ventus would help even more with my dispersion. Would you have any suggestions between the Ventus Blue 5 or 6 Reg. By mfbraun Started 31 minutes ago. Upload or insert images from URL. Dude if Dustin switched it must be badass Ventus also weighs less in same weight class as smoke, feels noticeably lighter but still solid. Agree, same here but whats weird is i have always like blueboard type profilesand never got that soft handle sensation like the ventus blue gave me. Ive heard great things about these shafts. Cheers Matt. My dispersion was much tighter than normal perhaps the best Ive ever had for a review and two things in particular stood out. The iM10 Low is offered in 60 and 70 grams. Theres no reason not to try both. However, it felt the most difficult to swing. The Smoke blue lauched higher for me and had a little more kick. It's been pretty consistent across the Nemesys, T1100 in 65 6.5 and 75 6.0, Rogue Silver 110 60x, Hzrdus Yellow and a few others. I love my (outdated) Fujikura shaft that I currently have on my driver. With the iM10 Mid, the ball launched in a medium window with just enough spin to optimize my carry distance. Id love to try it in a 60-stiff. Hzrdus Smoke Green vs. Black Two of the most popular options within the Hzrdus Smoke range are the Green and Black shafts. The Ventus is like a stiff blue board profile hinging on a whiteboard in spin and feel, and the RDX blue is like a stiffened counterbalanced HZRDUS yellow. Would need a light shaft. Can one shaft possibly confer all those advantages? Ventus Black is better for some, RDX is better for others. As I watched the rapid adoption of Ventus on the PGA Tour, my anticipation grew to levels that I was afraid couldnt be met. The base is matte black and the HZRDUS Smoke graphic is matte green for a slightly similar look to the previous black version of the HZRDUS Smoke Green shaft. Getting that extra juice with the flex and control might be the secret to playing golf decades longer than expected ! (262 CPM) / I am now looking for a new driver head that matches this shaft. For a new epic flash driver. Every flex - R2, R, stiff, X, and TX - is available at 55 grams. Have always played an 8.5-9.5 driver. I have no way knowing how those combinations will perform differently for you. Paired with g400 max would be insanely accurate. 5 Testers Needed! I am thinking the 70 Stiff would be perfect for me. Titleist TSR3 9*, Tensei 1K Black 65X When I switched to the iM10 Low, I got the classic HZRDUS performance. Auction. Sounds like an upgrade from my current driver shaft. Right out of the gate, the Ventus delivered. Sign up for our weekly newsletter and not only will you get the latest reviews, instruction, and more delivered directly to your inbox, youll also be entered into regular giveaways for golf clubs, PGA Tour passes, and more. You cannot paste images directly. Thanks again for all you are doing!!! I would truely love to play this shaft in my Taylormade M4. Would love to win 60-s. I just got a good education on the importance the shaft really plays in the driver. The Fujikura Ventus has an all-business look that lets the performance do the talking. Thats the shaft I play and to be honest I love it. The 60 g shaft in a stiff flex would be my upgrade shaft in my Ping head. I eagerly put it into my driver to find out. Fujikure has been making quality golf shafts for all golfers swings. Thanks in advance. What had me most excited about the Ventus is the promise of improved dispersion. What are your thoughts on this shaft compared to the HZRDUS Smoke Yellow? Pasted as rich text. Great review Matt as always you deliver . Also nice that some of the reviewers have slower swing speeds so we can see what average player distances, dispersion etc. The Mitsubishi Tensei AV Raw Blue shaft is available in the widest range of flexes, spanning R2 to TX . Just dont say go to a club fitter. NOW AVAILABLE: GolfWRX G/Fore Hats and Holderness & Bourne Polos! Anything for some dispersion tightening. Or is this something different. My swing speed is down a bit (shoulder trouble), but my smash factor was as consistently high as its ever been. 3HL Wood 6.0 Graphite Project X HZRDUS Smoke Black RDX 70 Graphite Standard Outlet Like New . For players that have always loved HZRDUS, the iM10 Low will be an attractive choice. Emailed you for the first time earlier tonight, before reading your phenomenal Ventus review. The Fujikura Ventus Blue also has a straight taper design which contributes to both loading and feel, as well as a tip section with maximum energy transfer. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. The Fujikura Ventus is extremely accurate. The aftermarket version says VeloCore near the tip. Thanks! The red is a hzrdus black with a softer tip that allowed the pros to turn the ball over Quote Driver: PXG 0811 X+ Proto w/UST Helium 5F4 Good luck to all! Display as a link instead, I would like a Ventus 50 in Reg if I win. I would love to try a 60-R and see if it vaults me up to the Champions tourthanks! Your email address will not be published. Last minute replacement or spare clubs/shafts for juniors? slightly but it's essentially a coin flip- it's just impressive however that the two I'd say are neck and neck w/ Ventus blue and black and at half the . There is a Club Champion in Seattle that has Ventus in stock and much more: https://clubchampiongolf.com/locations. I can go for Stiff 60! Thanks I dont get along with smoke black, but the Ventus black 6 stiff is what I ended up with combined wish lifting up my TSi3 one click. Regular 65 grams. For me, the Ventus was mid-low launching with extremely low spin. Tried Ventus blue in 7x and found the center of the clubface on everything but launched and spun a bit too high. Introduction Project X's HZRDUS line, first introduced in 2015, became an immediate hit on Tour and among gear enthusiasts for its ability to drop spin and stand up to aggressive swings.M5 9.0XHzrdus Smoke Black 60 70g 6.5TX. Great review Matt I would love to give this shaft a try in the 70 stiff model. This is good to know. tks. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. Stiff 60 would be most appreciated! The shaft sound like the holy grail. I would like to try this shaft in a 60 gram regular flex. Hey Ken Even with a wonky, Bubba-cut swing, the ball gently fell to the right. Clear editor. Or could you please describe the differences? I would say that they both get described in similar ways (by me) but dont quite feel the same. The Ventus Blue is much smoother and more active than the HZRDUS Smoke Black. Also, do you think the Ventus is a good option for FW woods too or would the low spin make it hard to hold greens? This gives fairly new golfers an upper hand in their game, where . Thank you. This is the most exciting review Ive yet read about any shaft, and Id love to have one. Willing to give head to head feedback on the Speeder vs. Ventus from a lowly amateur point of view.. Great review. How does this compare to the Graphite Design AD-DI? In terms of feel and profile, its everything I like. My swing speed is in the mid 80s . But the price was too rich for my blood. Upload or insert images from URL. Lower spin with lower launch? In the butt section, the Ventus is a little softer than the ATMOS Black and Speeder Evolution IV which leads to a slightly smoother feel. good article. Would love to get one of these. Very nice review Id love to give the 60 gram stiff a shot !!! Both deliver on their promised ball flight. I keep trying and I keep re-learning I do not get along with counter-balanced shafts.RDX Blue went to the BST. SS is 103. At those speeds, I think you should be consistently in the low 160 BS arena. Very interested in trying this shaft in 60 R. Looking for the ultimate shaft. Im not certain if theres a made for version of this shaft or not. I do think the Ventus is a fine FW option, if its fit for the player. Can you tell me if the Tensei would be an upgrade or down grade over the Ventus? On 2/20/2021 at 5:44 PM, golfgolfguru said: Please put and questions or comments here, Please put any questions or comments here, Please put any questions of comments here. If you like the hzrdus black feel i would think you could even go up a flex in the ventus if youd like, or heavily tip. Trying to find a used Ventus 6S or 6X has been tough with all of the glowing reviews! By Clear editor. Would like to enter to win one of these- 70g X-stiff. As is typically the case, you can get a completely clean look by installing the shaft logo down. Fujikura Ventus TR is the encore to the shaft manufacturers uber-successful Ventus family of shafts. Im getting older and would Id really like to see if the 50g regular would bring back a little of my game! The EvenFlow Black is very similar but is a little softer feeling in the tip. The Speeder was first introduced in 1995. Who doesnt want faster ball speeds and down the middle of the fairway. Among the benefits they list are more centered contact, faster ball speed, and tightened dispersion. Clinton. A 5S would be a blast to swing in my driver. I'm going to get fit and commit. Easy to find in a fitting bay as a stock option and would live somewhere between Smoke Green and Ventus Blue. The bend is smooth and you can feel that there's more stability than the original shafts. I generally have good strikes with her. Paste as plain text instead, Mainehacker21, March 13, 2021 in WRX Club Techs, Coming from Hzrdus smoke black 6.0 looking at VB 6S. 2023 Arnold Palmer Invitational - Discussion and Links to Photos, 2023 The Honda Classic - Discussion and Links to photos, 2023 Genesis Invitational - Discussion and Links to photos, 2023 Waste Management Phoenix Open - Discussion and Links to Photos, 2023 AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am - Discussion and Links to all photos. The balance felt incredible and it had an effortless load without losing control. Probably a stiff 60, but would want to test for sure. 1 My bag is a revolving door!Just a note: I'm currently testing the Hzrdus Smoke yellow 6.0 vs my TS3 gamer Ventus Blue Velocore 6s, from what i'm seeing on the indoor simulator the HZRDUS launching slightly . Both reg flex. NOW AVAILABLE: GolfWRX G/Fore Hats and Holderness & Bourne Polos! I've hit counterbalanced shafts and "regular" ones and, other than them feeling a bit differently (of course), I feel a bit dumb in that I have no idea what the difference is in a counterbalanced shaft. TS3 9.5 Ventus TR6x | TSi2 16.5 Ventus TR7x | zU85 19 Ventus Black 10TX | z785 4-P PX6.5 | SM7 50-08F 54-10S 58-12D PX6.5 | Newport2 AOP OilCan / SpiderX. I have tried the Ventus with velocore and its very smooth and I really like the profile. 60 gram stiff is my preference. As a high launcher, this sounds like a great shaft for me. Keep up the good work. By the sounds of it the 7-X would fit me perfectly! I have a full review of the Tensei White here: https://pluggedingolf.com/mitsubishi-tensei-white-shaft-review/. How would you say that the iM10 Mid compares to the Tensei AV Blue in regards to feel/launch and spin? This sounds like a very interesting new offering from Fujikura. Cool article. I have a Fuji OEM shaft in a Cobra Hybrid and it plays fantastic. Thanks for this opportunity. I always appreciate your reviews. // NEW Diamana TB VS. RDX Blue & Ventus Blue Tour. You can read more about that here: https://pluggedingolf.com/are-aftermarket-shafts-better-than-stock-shafts-golf-myths-unplugged/. wondering how the 70x would play on my ping head ! Extremely stiff profile. In the butt section, the Ventus is a little softer than the ATMOS Black and Speeder Evolution IV which leads to a slightly smoother feel. The 50 g stiff shaft as I need to reduce spin and pick up a little speed. I am a loyal Fujikura guy with Speeders being my Go to shaft for a number of years. Very low spin. Matt, Can you comment on the non velocore Ventus at all? My best advice is always to get a fitting and test a lot of things against your current gamer. Id love to win a Ventus shaft in 60-X, Great feedback on this shaft! flex. Ventus Blue 6X tipped 1.5" - this felt very different and took me 8 swings to finally get results. Sounds like a great shaft to put in my new Epic Flash. As always, your results may vary, but its nice to be able to play more loft, hit it a bit straighter, and still have the distance. Have liked a lot of Fuji shafts in the past. I do think that the RDX Black and Ventus Black are pretty dang similar however. This makes it much easier to control the shaft which leads to better accuracy. Expand This is good to know. Matt, From what I see, lower spin, tighter dispersion and more distance !!! I been getting the emails and the reviews and information is much help. Speaks highly of a tour player that has been loyal switched. To me, the kick affects both feel and ball flight. (Thats why Im a couple years late with my comment.) 2023 Arnold Palmer Invitational - Discussion and Links to Photos, 2023 The Honda Classic - Discussion and Links to photos, 2023 Genesis Invitational - Discussion and Links to photos, 2023 Waste Management Phoenix Open - Discussion and Links to Photos, 2023 AT&T Pebble Beach Pro-Am - Discussion and Links to all photos. been playing a fujikura fuel pro 65 stiff at 47 in. Buying the right shaft for a golf club is essential as it dictates speed and force between the hand and the club. Display as a link instead, For me, the Ventus is definitely requiring some lofting up because the spin is SO LOW. The following two tabs change content below. Matt is the Founder and Editor in Chief of Plugged In Golf. The main difference is that the Ventus has a much softer butt section compared to the two Atmos shafts- the Black is stiff everywhere and the Blue has a softer mid section like a Blueboard. Living in Seattle area offers no way to get tested with Ventus shafts that I am aware of. Im currently using ping tour 75s shaft for fairway wood PING G410 LST, im looking for more distance with swing speed around 98. if i switch to ventus blue velocore 7x and cut it down to 43 inch.. will it be stiffer and heavier compare to my ping tour shaft. Some. Id suggest taking both shafts to a launch monitor and see which one performs better. We aim to reply to all messages within 1 regular business day. https://pluggedingolf.com/graphite-design-tour-ad-vr-shaft-review/, https://pluggedingolf.com/fujikura-speeder-evolution-v-shaft-review/, https://pluggedingolf.com/mitsubishi-tensei-white-shaft-review/. Pasted as rich text. Ever been and see if a Ventus would help even more with my comment. i see, spin. My smash factor was as consistently high as its ever been //pluggedingolf.com/graphite-design-tour-ad-vr-shaft-review/, https: //pluggedingolf.com/graphite-design-tour-ad-vr-shaft-review/,:... 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