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Project X vs KBS Tour: Comparison

Project X is one of the best in the market, True Sports wished so and the players made it come true.

According to a publication by Golfweek USA Today, a large percentage of golfers make use of the True Temper Steel Shafts in their irons on the PGA Tour.

These models are used by Tiger Woods, Justin Thomas, Brooks Koepka and others too, according to Golfweek.

True Temper Sports has an admirable foot in the world of golf today.

For over 70 seventy years, this brand has been in the business of shaft making and has done nothing but soar, the name itself speaks standards.

Being the most trusted brand in golf shafts globally, True Temper strives to keep that trophy in check.

The brand has a warehouse of shaft types to choose from, such as the flagship Dynamic Gold, Project X, AMT, Elevate, Aerotech (for graphite lovers), and Accra shafts made with love for the custom fitters.

Each of these shafts has various types of tweaks from the original model to cater to players with slightly different preferences.

This article discusses the Project X shaft and one of its counterparts, the KBS Tour Shaft.

What to Know About Project X

The project X shafts were designed to provide a stiffer feel and heavy load.

The shaft is ideal for players who don’t like to feel the shaft moving during the swing, as it has minimal deflection. It has a mid-launch low-launch profile with a low spin and fast tempo.

Project X is preferred by strong players who swing strong looking for a stable, penetrating ball.

Project X comes in 5 different flexes: 5.0, 5.5, 6.0, 6.5, and 7.0. It also ranks as the second most used shaft after Dynamic Gold.

Compared to the Project X shaft, KBS Tour is soft in the tip but has a thick middle section.

This makes it a lot more different than Project X, which has a stiffer tip and a softer midsection in comparison.

What to Know About KBS Tour

While KBS Tour has a low club head speed, that of Project X is a little bit higher, which also makes a good difference between the two.

KBS Tour might be able to give you a higher launch trajectory as well as a lower spin rate.

The KBS Tour shafts were designed to complement the stoutness of Project X, the shaft has a stiff tip, soft mid-section, and a stiff butt.

It fits better with players who like the Project X profile but find it too stout.

The mid-section allows the shaft to deflect during swing giving it a little bent profile.

The shaft has a mid-launch profile with a medium spin and moderate tempo. KBS Tour is available in four different flex options too.

Project X vs KBS Tour: Which is Better?

Changing golf shafts can make little changes to the stick feel, these little modifications can have an immense effect on golf swings.

The Project X shaft is known and loved for its profile build, but some people really like their shafts being a bit flexible and not too rigid.

Project X LZ became the heeding call to their complaint offering them a shaft that is less stiff and compromising a percentage of the original Project X build.

Project X will be seen flying lower than LZ with less spin and thereby causing lesser dispersion, but this might feel hard to achieve in the hands of a player without much strength and a slow tempo.

The loading zone technology in the LZ was built to compensate for that.

Both products sell for 300+ a set, with little price difference.

Project X is a great product for players seeking pin-point accuracy and if the main and the LZ variant don’t feel just that perfect, Project X has a lot to offer.

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Project X LS Iron Shaft Review

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The new Project X LS takes low spin to the player who wants a lighter weight shaft.

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The engineers over at Project X have designed something new this year and that comes in the form of a lower spinning shaft.  The idea that golfers are stronger and better certainly holds true to a certain segment of the golf market.  Project X is now creating shafts that is made just for them.

The low spin Project X irons shafts have a matte finish to them.  This helps keeps glare to a minimum and provides a stealthy look.  The design is subtle but it can really make these clubs stand out among the crowd.

I also really liked seeing the dark gray lettering complement the matte steel shaft.  I never disliked the blue that Project X typically uses, but the gray is welcomed change.

While the LS shafts from Project X are in the 120g weight category, they are certainly more rigid than other similar shafts.  The feel has an increase in stability.

This is ideal for the golfer with a faster tempo swing who needs more consistency.  The 120 gram shafts are light enough to get speed but have enough rigidity to keep the ball from getting too far offline.

Performance

Lower spin and lower trajectory is exactly what you can expect from these new shafts from Project X.  Due to the nature of the shaft, the flexes only come in stiff (6.0), stiff+ (6.5), and extra stiff (7.0).  The performance and ball flight of the shafts seemed to mimic those of one-step-up in stiffness with a lighter weight  (120g in PX LS is equivalent to a 130g X flex).

I noticed that the performance improvements of the LS shafts overlap with the reasons why a player might move to an increase in stiffness.  If you’re looking for a stiffer, more stable shaft in a lighter profile, these might be a perfect fit.

The Project X LS irons shafts are a low spin, low trajectory alternative for the strong golfer who wants something a touch lighter than the competition.  The stealthy matte finish keeps glare to a minimum while also making it eye-catching and unique compared to the many chrome iron shafts out there.

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so is there any actual review of the shafts compared to others, especially standard project x, or just a description of what they’re supposed to be?

Also 120g, 125g, and 130g are not lighter weight by any means for the profile. KBS Tour, c-taper, $-taper all weigh the same. The IO shafts are the lightweight but they’re not marketed as low/low

As described in the performance section above, typically lower spin has been correlated with heavier shafts. With the 120g LS shafts in this review, I noticed similar spin profiles to the KBS 130 x-flex, so this is what I meant by “less spin in a lighter shaft.”

Thanks for the question!

That’s not really an apples to apples comparison. The 120G LS is a 6.0 Flex which is a stiff. The proper comparison for an LS shaft to a KBS 130 would be the 130 Gram LS 7.0 which is also X-Flex. These shafts are for golfers who enjoy their current shaft/weight but want it in a set up that will spin 500 RPM lower. It’s like KBS Shafts, the Stiffs are 120, The Stiff Plus is 125, The X-Stiff is 130. In PX the 6.0 is 120g, the 6.5 is 125g and the 7.0 is 130G.

Hope that clears some of it up.

Appreciate the review.

I’m wondering if any of the Plugged In Golf team will be getting a chance to the test the new (or upcoming) Project X U shaft – the steel utility shaft?

Thanks! Matt

We will put this on our list, thanks for the comment.

Curious how the spin and launch compare to Aerotech SteelFibers 110s. Thanks

Any comparisons?

There is also Project X IO which I just recently got fitted to, I really like it, not the most heavy with my swing speed 85-90mph with my 7 iron. Wanted an Opinion on those

We should have a review of the IO in the coming months.

I have been playing C-Taper 125 S+ in 900 Tours for 2-3 years. They have taken me down to a 0-1 hdcp by themselves. I am looking to get into the new Srixon ZX7’s but am a little torn on what shaft to order with. Mizuno shaft optimizer steers me toward CT 130X because I have an extremely fast transition but I am a little worried about going heavier as I feel like even the CT S+ is too heavy a shaft to keep swinging. Leaning toward the PX LS 6.5 to stay at weight but hopefully gain a little FCM stiffness. What would be your recommendation? Thanks

My recommendation would be to get a fitting and try all those options in the head you want to buy.

Hey. I got fitted in 2018 been swinging 130 gram kbs c taper. Lately it’s been feeling like a telephone pole lol. I was thinking of these 125 stiff plus project x ls. I’ve lost accuracy since getting fitted and don’t feel I’ve gotten any better. I was a 3 handicap trying to not get the ball to draw as much was the reasoning for the fitting. Since then feel I’ve lost spin on my wedges and they just overall feel to heavy unless I haven’t played in a few days..

Is there any comparison of the 6.5 to the nippon pro modus3 130x?

Both are X flex shafts. We don’t have a comparative review, if that’s what you’re looking for.

Do you have a recommended spin for a typical 7 iron? Trying to decide if the LS or the LZ is the fit for me. Thanks

It depends on your ball speed, launch angle, and what you’re trying to accomplish. Just like with the driver, higher spin players will want less spin if they’re trying to maximize their distance. Slower players will need more to keep the ball airborne.

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Cool video, but maybe do another with shafts regular mortals use. I mean almost no one on TOUR uses the X7 (except for Jason Day) or the PX 7.0 (except for Rory). How about PX 6.0 vs DG X100 vs KBS Tour S+?

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I'm currently gaming KBS Tour S 120g steel shafts on my Taylormade Tour Preferred MC irons. I feel that on my longer irons, I have a higher trajectory than I would like. Everything I've read so far on the Project X's has said that they are lower trajectory with a more piercing ball flight. I wanted to see if anyone had any experience playing the Project X 6.0's and see what they thought. I usually hit about 170yards with my 7iron currently and I would like to keep that if I were to upgrade/switch to the PX's.  

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Feel is VERY different between those two. I'd find a fitting cart somewhere and try both before jumping in. When you say the flight is higher than you'd like, what problems are you running into?  

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I have the PX6.0's in my irons and the feel was real rough until i put sensicore inserts in them. They were the perfect fit for me numbers wise but didnt come close to the feel i was wanting in an iron shaft. Its worlds better now with the inserts in them. In terms of trajectory, the PX 6.0's IMO have a pretty high trajectory. At least for me. Higher than the KBS Tour shafts i had in my previous irons. I didnt lose distance at all though  

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PhillyV said: I have the PX6.0's in my irons and the feel was real rough until i put sensicore inserts in them. They were the perfect fit for me numbers wise but didnt come close to the feel i was wanting in an iron shaft. Its worlds better now with the inserts in them. In terms of trajectory, the PX 6.0's IMO have a pretty high trajectory. At least for me. Higher than the KBS Tour shafts i had in my previous irons. I didnt lose distance at all though Click to expand...

ddec said: when I had PX I needed those inserts too because they destroyed my wrist, forearm, and elbow. It certainly helped in that respect. For me though, KBS Tour is what feels better and performs perfectly fine. If I had to go back to steel, that would be my direction. Click to expand...

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I'm not a fan of the PX iron shafts personally as they feel too stiff for me. As other said go for a proper fitting. I did that for a similar reason as I felt my irons were ballooning on me and I was losing some distance. The fitting took me from the KBS Tour X 130 shafts to the KBS C-Taper 130 shafts and I'm loving them. For me they launch a little lower but still get up high and I'm getting about a half club longer in distance. Without a proper fitting though I wouldn't know.  

PhillyV said: Ya after some sim rounds with the PX before the inserts it was tough for me to even lift a pen with my left hand. But since i put the inserts in they have felt fantastic and ive had zero elbow pain Click to expand...

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KBS Tour Vs Project X LZ Shaft Comparison Overview

See how the Project X LZ compares to the famed KBS Tour shaft in the following comparison.

KBS Tour Shaft Overview

“The KBS Tour shaft comes in regular, regular+, stiff, stiff+ and extra stiff flex. There are 110g, 115g, 120g, 125g and 130g options.”

The KBS Tour shaft is one of the smoothest-feeling heavy-weight shafts I’ve ever tested.

Even on bad mis-hits, the shaft absorbed nearly all the shock. The transition is stable even when you swing outside yourself.

The launch is low but can be worked to mid territory. You can feel the transition and release in the shaft but all the action is confined to the center – allowing for great club head stability.

Project X LZ Shaft Overview

“This shaft comes in regular, regular+, stiff and extra stiff flex with 110g, 115g, 120 and 125g options.”

You don’t have to work so hard to activate this shaft compared to the KBS Tour.

While there  is a definite sense of acceleration through the ball, it remains as stable as the KBS Tour.

“The main difference is that there’s just a bit more life and kick in the Project X LZ shaft. But both are incredibly stable and accurate.”

KBS Tour First Impressions

“The KBS Tour shaft gave me the confidence to fire at will.”

Even on my most aggressive swings, I got the feeling that this was essentially a point-and-shoot shaft.

Project X LZ First Impressions

We were first impressed by the fact that this is a lively shaft that still manages to be accurate.

The activity of this shaft can be felt on almost every kind of swing; but the dispersion remains consistently tight – a very impressive combination.

Key Features & Performance

Project X says they used something called “loading zone technology” for this shaft.

We’re not sure exactly what that technology actually is but we do know that the Project X LZ delivers on promises of smooth feel. You get the classic Project X feel in a shaft that is much more active.

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Like the Project X IO shafts, the Project X LZ will help you attack the pin more aggressively.

Our testers were able to stick the green consistently on long par 4’s with these shafts.

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The ability to shape your shot at will really comes through in the wedges.

The Project X LZ maintains a smooth feel from tight lies and offers plenty of spin to hold fast greens.

KBS Tour Pros & Cons

• Extremely stable
• Very tight dispersion
• Takes strong loads very well
• Stepped design

Project X LZ Pros & Cons

• Comes in a blackout finish
• Tight dispersion
• Controllable launch
• Good feedback
• Good distance on pure strikes
• Sometimes there was too much feedback

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“Players who demand ultimate stability on powerful loads.”

This is the shaft that can keep up with your most powerful swings and should fit heavy hitters like a glove.

Overall Score: 98/100

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The Project X LZ would most benefit the mid handicap player who wants to be able to work the ball more effectively.

The feel you get from this shaft is phenomenal which translates to better controllability.

The Project X LZ would also appeal to any player who wants the accuracy of a steel iron shaft coupled with a more lively feel.

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Fitting with low launch, low spin shafts: Modus 120, Project X and C-Taper

In this fitting we were dealing with a player who was already looking for a low-launch, low-spin shaft. For him it was important to have maximum control in the lower part of the shaft. This is exactly what these shafts bring with them and have a "stiff tip": Modus 120 in X, C-Taper 120 in S and Project X 6.0. Normally, shafts become softer and softer from end to tip as the diameter of the shaft decreases. However, modern technologies allow for stiffer elements even with thinner diameters. This is exactly what makes shafts so interesting nowadays: there are countless profiles and every shaft is different.

For this player we chose comparatively "soft" shafts as this was explicitly desired. However, all three shafts are well comparable in terms of stiffness and in the category "typical stiff shaft". Soft shafts with a hard tip are no longer a contradiction and the best known advocate of this concept is Modus 120 , because this shaft is particularly soft in the middle section but becomes increasingly stiffer in the tip. This makes the shaft feel relatively soft, but allows maximum control and delivers a low spin, low launch profile. It is not for nothing that the Nippon Modus 120 is one of the most winning shafts on all tours worldwide.

Bend profile comparison

If one takes a look at the bend profiles of the individual shafts, it becomes clear that the differences are small but do exist. While the Nippon Modus 120 certainly has the "most extreme" profile, i.e. with strong deflections, the profile of the Project X is somewhat less extreme. And that of the C-Taper is a bit more straightforward. The C-Taper is also the stiffer shaft because it has a much stiffer mid section.

Below you can see the approximate bending profiles of the shafts in comparison:

Decision for one of the shafts

Our player knows that he wants a shaft that feels soft and has a stiff tip, but he doesn't know which shaft he likes best. A look at the pure values does not reveal too many differences in terms of launch and spin. At best, you could say that the Modus launches a bit higher than the Project X and C-Taper. But the spin is practically identical.

Our player found it a bit easier to accelerate the C-Taper - hence a slightly higher club head speed. On the other hand the strike pattern with the C-Taper was pretty bad. This was best for Project X, which is why the Smash Factor is the highest. Nevertheless, the choice fell on Modus 120 and there are three good reasons for this:

The good hits produced exactly the desired trajectory with a nice draw to the finish. The feeling with the shaft was the most pleasant for the player. With relatively little effort, decent values could be achieved. And an equally important reason is the fact that our player was best able to stop his typical bad shot. This bad shot is a slightly too closed club face and a long pull that misses the green on the left. As can be seen in the overview, this was not the case with Project X, for example. The dispersion with the Modus was minimal and even without balls that went long and left past the flag.

Conclusion: Modus 120 vs. Project X vs. C-Taper

Such a fitting is a lot of fun. A player already has certain expectations on a shaft and wants to find the perfect one. He has three high-quality shafts with a similar profile at his disposal. All three produce very similar values but with different output. The main thing is to work out and optimise the minimal differences. This is very individual. Another player might have come to a completely different result in this test.

If you fluctuate between these shafts and need help in making a decision, the following take-aways might help: The Modus 120 is very soft even as an X and therefore also softer than Project X 6.0 and C-Taper S. In regards to the bend profile the Modus is most "extreme". If you want a soft feel with a stiff tip and want as much feedback as possible in the grip area, the Modus is probably the best choice. The C-Taper on the other hand is much more "neutral" and does not have such a soft mid section.

Take a look at our iron selection where all three shafts can be selected.

KBS $-Taper vs. Modus 120

The KBS $-Taper is a shaft that also belongs to the low launch, low spin shafts and is an option in some fittings. In this test we compare the $-Taper 120 in Stiff with the Modus 120 X. And even though we already choose S and X as flex here, the comparison is not entirely fair. Because the $-Taper is a lot stiffer than the Modus 120 as you can also see here in our iron shaft comparison .

The Nippon Modus 120 is very soft in the middle part and only gets stiff at the tip again. However, this is exactly what gives the soft feel, but still allows control and a low launch. The KBS $-Taper, on the other hand, is much more neutral when it comes to profile - without any big outliers in one direction or the other.

It didn't take long for our player to feel this difference. For him, it was much more relaxed and easier to swing the Modus and the results were also much more accurate. With the $-Taper, our player felt he had to invest more to achieve the same result. Hence a slightly higher club head speed and yet less ball speed. The hit pattern was a little less clean with the $-Taper.

If you look at launch and spin, you will notice that the differences are practically non-existent. The main difference with these shafts is clearly the stiffness. The Modus 120 is an ideal shaft for players who want a high shaft weight but a soft shaft. The $-Taper embodies rather the opposite. For only 120g, it is extremely stiff and can easily keep up with the current 130g shafts in this respect.

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KBS C-taper 130x vs Project X LS vs Modus 120 TX

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Hi all, looking for feedback. I was fitted a few weeks ago for a set of Titleist CB's with kbs c-tapers 130x. 

But I have to wait 8 months if I order the set with kbs shafts.. 

For those who tried or own them, how would you compare the C taper with the project X LS or the modus 120 TX ? 

Thanks for your help 

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There are plenty of reputable sellers with C Taper 130X on eBay, at least there are here in Australia. If you don't want to wait 8 months, how about you order the CB's with the cheapest/most readily a

Played c tapers since 2016 switched to project x ls this year due to the supply issues.  Have not noticed any difference at all  moving from c taper 130 to project x ls 6.5 they even look the same visually.

And just an fyi if you were quoted 8 months on c tapers I would take the over they have not been able to fulfill orders in the timetables given which is why many manufacturers have removed them as options.

19 minutes ago, kerila07 said: Played c tapers since 2016 switched to project x ls this year due to the supply issues.  Have not noticed any difference at all  moving from c taper 130 to project x ls 6.5 they even look the same visually.

No spin or ball flight difference ? In 6.5 LS are 5g lighter , that's the only difference on paper. The 7.0 are 130g. But 7.0 might be to much for 95mph ( 7iron) 

21 minutes ago, kerila07 said: And just an fyi if you were quoted 8 months on c tapers I would take the over they have not been able to fulfill orders in the timetables given which is why many manufacturers have removed them as options.

In France we also have to wait ages for a titleist order. A friend of mine (lefty) waited 10 months  !  

7 hours ago, Alex17 said: Hi all, looking for feedback. I was fitted a few weeks ago for a set of Titleist CB's with kbs c-tapers 130x.    But I have to wait 8 months if I order the set with kbs shafts..    For those who tried or own them, how would you compare the C taper with the project X LS or the modus 120 TX ?    Thanks for your help 

There are plenty of reputable sellers with C Taper 130X on eBay, at least there are here in Australia. If you don't want to wait 8 months, how about you order the CB's with the cheapest/most readily available shaft option you can find and with the grips in the box, order the C Tapers, and get them retrofitted to your specs?

The other option is to order the built clubs from somewhere else. One of the shaft sellers on eBay here is a very reputable club builder, and they ship internationally...

I can PM a link if you'd like. I'm unaffiliated but have bought from them in the past.

Titleist TSi3 9*          | Mitsubishi Tensei 1K Black 65TX

Titleist 2021 T200 2 iron | Mitsubishi Tensei AV Raw White 100X

Titleist 2021 T200 3 iron | KBS Tour 130X

Titleist 2021 T100S 4-PW  | KBS Tour 130X

Vokey SM9 50.08F          | KBS Tour 130X

Vokey SM9 56.08M, 62.08M  | Dynamic Gold S400

LAB Golf DF 2.1 Custom    | Accra x LAB

1 minute ago, steventoo said:   There are plenty of reputable sellers with C Taper 130X on eBay, at least there are here in Australia. If you don't want to wait 8 months, how about you order the CB's with the cheapest/most readily available shaft option you can find and with the grips in the box, order the C Tapers, and get them retrofitted to your specs?   The other option is to order the built clubs from somewhere else. One of the shaft sellers on eBay here is a very reputable club builder, and they ship internationally...   I can PM a link if you'd like. I'm unaffiliated but have bought from them in the past.

That's a good idea  !  Send me a pm  !  

I hit the C-Taper S+ for a few years, ordered my new set with the PX LS 7.0's,  I ordered them with these as they were available and if they didn't work I would re-shaft them myself.  Thought they would be to much for me but I'm still one hop and stop with a 7 iron so, I feel like more people should attempt to try a stiffer than they think shaft, you may end up liking them.

PXG 0311 7.5* (set to 6.75*) w/ Mitsubishi Diamana DF 70TX Tipped 0.75" @ 45.25"

TM Original One Mini Driver 13* (set at 11.5*) w/ Mitsubishi Diamana BF 80TX Tipped 1.5" @ 43" Srixon U45 18* w/ N.S. Pro Modus3 GOST Tour X @ 39.5" Callaway UW 21* w/ Aldila VS Proto 95X Tipped 1.75" @ 41" / Srixon U45 23* w/ Aldila RIP Tour SLT 115 Tour X @ 38.5"

Cobra KING Tour with MIM w/ PX LS 7.0 5-PW / Srixon Z745 5-PW w/ DG TI X7's (PW Tipped 1/4") Mizuno T22 Denim Copper 50*, 55* & 60* w/ PX LS 7.0 Tipped 3/8" D2, D3 & D5

Putter: Evnroll ER2v

I've played C-Taper 130s in my gamers for years, and I love the shaft. Best feeling stick out there for me, and I've tried them all. BUT. The tips bend, and I just snapped an $-Taper (tip) in my backup set. May have to jump ship. Not cool losing heads. Closest thing I've found is the PX LS 6.5. Not quite the singing joy of the C-Taper, but pretty close. (Apparently they were modeled on the C-Taper, so maybe that's why.) Good luck!

Taylormade R7 Quad TP 8.5* w/ Aldila Rogue SIlver 125msi 70TX

Titleist 915Fd 13.5* w/ ACCRA FX 470 M5+

Titleist TS2 17* hybrid w/ Aldila VS Proto 'ByYou' 95X

Titleist U500 20° w/ MMT 125 TX (HSx1)

Cobra King Forged MB 4i-Pw w/ KBS C-Taper 130X

Cleveland RTX4 Raw 52/58 mid w/ Rifle Spinner 7.0 Bell 2Way Blade w/ Rifle 7.0 HSx5 + Flatcat Tak Svelte

7 hours ago, rbpwrx said: I've played C-Taper 130s in my gamers for years, and I love the shaft. Best feeling stick out there for me, and I've tried them all. BUT. The tips bend, and I just snapped an $-Taper (tip) in my backup set. May have to jump ship. Not cool losing heads. Closest thing I've found is the PX LS 6.5. Not quite the singing joy of the C-Taper, but pretty close. (Apparently they were modeled on the C-Taper, so maybe that's why.) Good luck!

Is it very common  ?  Notre cool waiting for months and then break a shaft 

This has been a hot topic for a while now with these KBS shafts.  Not the first time I have read about it either.  Tips have been bending etc.  One of the many reasons I went with the Nippon Modus 120 X in my new Mizuno's. 

Heard they are back ordered for a while now too

Driver -  Callaway GBB Epic 9.5° -- Aldila ROGUE M.A.X. 75 X

3W - Callaway Rogue ST LS 15° -- Mitsubishi AV Tensei White 75 X

3H - Callaway Apex Hybrid 20°  -- Fujikura Speeder 865 X

Irons -  Mizuno Pro 225's 4-7 / 221's 8-PW -- Nippon Modus 120 X

Wedges - Mizuno T22 Copper Wedges - 50° (S Grind), 54° (S Grind), 58° (D Grind) -- Nippon Modus 120 X

Putter - Odyssey #7 Black Series

20 minutes ago, Nick M said: This has been a hot topic for a while now with these KBS shafts.  Not the first time I have read about it either.  Tips have been bending etc.  One of the many reasons I went with the Nippon Modus 120 X in my new Mizuno's.    Heard they are back ordered for a while now too

Did, you play the 130X version  ?  Or the s or s+ 

11 minutes ago, Alex17 said: Did, you play the 130X version  ?  Or the s or s+ 

I hit the C Taper 130X as well yes.  Just fitted right with the Nippon 120 X. 

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