Project X HL vs. Project X flighted

[CodeRed657]

currently playing project x flighted 5.5s in my irons, but they're too stiff. looking for something that will hit the ball higher, as i currently hit the ball VERY low. will dropping to 5.0 flighted make a significant difference, or should i just get the HL's instead? what are the differences between the flighted and the HL? do the HL's spin alot (i dont want something with too much spin, as i live in hawaii where its always windy)

[Everardo]

currently playing project x flighted 5.5s in my irons, but they're too stiff. looking for something that will hit the ball higher, as i currently hit the ball VERY low. will dropping to 5.0 flighted make a significant difference, or should i just get the HL's instead? what are the differences between the flighted and the HL? do the HL's spin alot (i dont want something with too much spin, as i live in hawaii where its always windy)

I just want to make sure, you are asking for two things. Do you want a softer flex or a different ball flight? I don't recommend using flex to alter ball flight.

Project X's are made to hit a lower ball. Read this thread for more information on [URL="

[CodeRed657]

[QUOTE=Everardo;110160]I just want to make sure, you are asking for two things. Do you want a softer flex or a different ball flight? I don't recommend using flex to alter ball flight.


Project X's are made to hit a lower ball. Read this thread for more information on [URL="[/QUOTE]

i want a higher ball flight because it hit the ball low. however, i feel that this is mainly due to me using a shaft that is too stiff. im wondering if it is better for me to drop a flex and stay with the same shaft, or drop a flex and go to a higher launching shaft

[GolferX1]

best to drop a flex and look at the high launch shafts if they are still available in the PX shaft line. other good options >> DG SL high launch, but droppping a flex is a great start- but the the PX flighted really only help the long irons get better launch. after the 5 iron they are really a stock set of PX's.

[Everardo]

i want a higher ball flight because it hit the ball low. however, i feel that this is mainly due to me using a shaft that is too stiff. im wondering if it is better for me to drop a flex and stay with the same shaft, or drop a flex and go to a higher launching shaft

This is due to the shaft itself more than the flex. You are already using PX flighted shafts which means your 3 & 4 irons are already HL versions, so if you are not happy with these then chances are the Project X's may not be a good fit. If you still like that feel then use a standard set of Rifles or look at something in the True Temper variety. Seeing a fitter and using a launch monitor can help a lot in this situation.

Again, I don't recommend that people change their ball flight by using a different flex . Because not only will it affect the ball flight but your accuracy. So I recommend that you use the flex that fits your swing speed and tempo, then find a shaft than meets your desired ball flight.

best to drop a flex and look at the high launch shafts if they are still available in the PX shaft line. other good options >> DG SL high launch, but droppping a flex is a great start- but the the PX flighted really only help the long irons get better launch. after the 5 iron they are really a stock set of PX's.

See my point above about dropping flex.

Also you are partially correct about the flighted set.

• Long irons (2, 3, 4) have a lower kick point for higher ball flight, easier launch and greater distance.
• Mid irons (5, 6, 7) are standard shafts.
• Short irons (8, 9, P) have a higher kick point for a lower trajectory, greater accuracy and control.

[CodeRed657]

so are the 3,4,and 5 flighted similar to the project X HL's?

[Everardo]

so are the 3,4,and 5 flighted similar to the project X HL's?

Yes your 3 and 4 irons are. The 5 iron is a regular flight.

[GolferX1]

i mentioned dropping a flex for the main reason that many people go too much when getting rifles and expecially project x. see your point and concern.. just with the PX's playing firmer/stiffer already a step down may be an easier swing. all in all - good info on the subject...

[Everardo]

Main reason people get too stiff a flex in rifles isn't the shaft itself but rather the installation. Many people think they can install a 5.5 shaft into any club head it expect it to play as a 5.5 BUT the club maker should take into consideration the actual club head the shaft is being installed in. Perfect example a Ping iron vs a Callaway iron, the Callaway will play much stiffer than the Ping because of the shorter hosel and bore-thru.

This is why I whole heartedly recommend visiting a Certified Rifle Center to have Rifle shafts installed. (Be sure to speak to the person that is actually certified, technically the certification goes to an individual not the whole staff)