It’s been about 5 years now that Autoflex golf shafts have been on the market, and all in all, they have been among the more disruptive shafts released in that time period.
Golfers agree that, despite the overblown hype, Autoflex shafts ultimately put their money where their mouth is, delivering higher ball speeds and greater carry distance for all players.
But let’s not get ahead of ourselves. You know Autoflex shafts were a premium option (no doubt, with a price to match) but did you know these 5 facts about them?
Autoflex Golf Shafts Are Deceptively Whippy
Most golfers agree that Autoflex golf shafts feel ludicrously light and whippy in the hand, which makes it seems as though they have too much torque for the club head to square with the ball at the point of contact.
Yet most golfers also agree that Autoflex shafts do just that very thing, and despite the whippiness of the shafts, they close at the moment of impact, which matters most.
Evidence Suggests They Can Boost Golf Ball Speed and Range for Players of All Swing Speeds
You might think light, flexible shafts like these are only for players with slower swing speeds. While they do benefit players with slower swing speeds, they can benefit effectively any golfer.
Tests indicate that these shafts can add yards to basically any swing, regardless of swing speed, and they don’t require any extra input from the golfer.
This eliminates straining that can ruin good form and damage accuracy. It’s the perfect combination.
They Produce a Lighter Swing Weight, Making Them Perfect for Players with Slower Swing Speeds
Because Autoflex golf shafts are so light (weight depends on model but they are generally between 40 and 50g) they result in light swing weighting that is a real bonus for players with lighter, slower swing speeds.
It also means it’s easier for players on this end of the spectrum to swing faster, since the shafts are so light – which offers a positive feedback to these shafts’ existing propensity to push drivers farther.
They Shouldn’t Be Paired with Very Large, Heavy Drivers
The one caveat with Autoflex golf shafts is that they shouldn’t be paired with very large, heavy driver heads in the D4 to D5 range, as these might overpower the shaft. These are sturdy, stable shafts, but a very heavy driver head paired with a strong swing might cause shaft failure. At the very least, they won’t perform as desired.
We Still Don’t Know What “KHT” Really Is
Even though we’ve all been able to get our collective hands on Autoflex golf shafts for nearly 5 years, we still don’t really know what’s in the “KHT” that constitutes “Korea Hidden Technology.”
Presumably, it is some sort of carbon fiber matrix, as these are not steel shafts. Maybe it’s fortified with some sort of metal weave or wire. Maybe there’s some other cutting edge composite in there.
We don’t know for sure. All we do know is that these are light, whippy shafts, that are surprisingly stable and add yards to basically any swing, no matter how fast or slow, without requiring extra effort from the golfer.
Think Autoflex Golf Shafts Might Be for You? Work with a Fitter
Before you go and put good money into a new Autoflex golf shaft for your collection, it’s worth it to work with a fitter to make sure this is a good option for you. While they are great shafts, and not many like them out there, they might not be right for you. A fitter can help you determine that, so consider working with one before buying.
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