Shaft Inserts to Reduce Impact Vibration?

QUESTION: Hi,

Do you feel the playability of the 950GH Nippon Shaft would be effected by
adding Sensicore inserts? I want to play light weight steel shafts, but need the
shock absorption of graphite. Sensicore inserts are sold seperate and can be
inserted into the shafts.

Thanks, Don
ANSWER: Hi Don,

I think it’s a great idea for your needs.

Inserts will add a small amount of weight, and also remove some of the good feel from your set, which is not perfectly ideal, but if the vibration of impact is keeping you off the course, a small bit of extra weight and minor loss of feel is well worth it. To accurately determine the effect on playability, you might consider installing the inserts into one or two of your shafts and comparing the weight and feel to your other clubs in terms of the feel and weight of impact.

Here are a few other comments;

1) My opinion is that any insert into a shaft will reduce the vibration of impact, but will also rob some of the “feel” of impact. For golfers who couldn’t play without some extra shock absorption, this is a good tradeoff.

2) Play with a head that has some shock dampening qualities. Many heads are moving in this direction. However, you must test and compare different models to determine what works for you, but some great models include many of the Cleveland and Callaway iron models.

3) To alleviate stress and strain on our bodies and swings, it is critical to insure that all specifications of your clubs are fitted and installed to allow you to swing in the most natural, comfortable and efficient manner for your body. If your set is off with regards to weight, lie, length, flex, grip, etc., then you will be forced to twist and contort your body in an effort to make your set work optimally.

Regards, Mark