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Hi all!

I'm about to buy a Titleist 983K (at 9.5 or 10.5 degrees) but can't decide on the shaft. My choices are the YS-6, the Fujikura Speeder, the Titleist 4560, or the Prolite. I've also read that the YS-6 stiff (which I believe would be a good choice) is more close to a firm or regular in comparison to other shafts. Any help would be very welcome! Thanks!

Best, Thorsten
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I've been happy with the YS-6. It can get a tad snappy at times, but it hits the ball with a good trajectory, is a good weight, and lets me work the ball either way. The Speeder isn't quite the same as the Speeder 757, so be mindful of that.

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Eric, thanks a lot. I also just found this review of the YS-6 (just in case anybody else is interested):

http://www.golfclubreview.com/graphite_design_ys6.htm

Looks like stiff is closer to firm for the YS-6. Anyway, guess I'll go for the YS-6. Thanks again!

Best, Thorsten
Driver: Wilson DD6
Hybrid: TaylorMade Rescue
Irons: Mizuno MP-33
Wedges: Mizuno Tour Style 52/7 and 56/11
Putter: Ping JAS Anser

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I borrowed a 983k with a stiff YS-6 when i tried the driver.If i was a little short and quick then i could get it going all directions sure.But it had to be a pretty ugly swing,that ANY shaft couldnt have accounted for......

I liked it alot though generally.Id also say it came up sort'a half a flex more regular than some other "stiff" shafts.Good feel though,good high launch and did get any to balloon.

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Thanks to you, too! Looks like the YS-6 is a good choice, especially considering my options from that particular dealer here in Switzerland that is currently offering the 983K at a very reasonable price.

Best, Thorsten
Driver: Wilson DD6
Hybrid: TaylorMade Rescue
Irons: Mizuno MP-33
Wedges: Mizuno Tour Style 52/7 and 56/11
Putter: Ping JAS Anser

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I have hit all the shafts. It all depends on what you swing speed and tempo as to which one is right for you. My personal favorite between the ones listed is the speeder. I saw that someone made a reference that the speeder is not the same as the 757. Well that is true and is a good thing cause most amateur golfers cant get full use of the 757. It is too stiff. The best shaft for the average golfer with smooth tempo and swing speed is the YS-6, but if you are a higher swing speed golfer or with a quicker tempo then you want the speeder.

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Well, I frankly admit that I'm an average golfer only but thanks a lot for the additional information regarding the Speeder (757). I'll take the YS-6 stiff.
Driver: Wilson DD6
Hybrid: TaylorMade Rescue
Irons: Mizuno MP-33
Wedges: Mizuno Tour Style 52/7 and 56/11
Putter: Ping JAS Anser

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Completeley agree with texastitleistguy. The 757 is the best shaft made but you have to know how to use it. The YS-6 is a great shaft. I have it in my 3 wood and the 757 in my driver

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