The second reason for shafting the balance point of the shaft is for stiffness distribution. By making the walls thicker, then it will have the effect of making that portion of the shaft more reinforced and less likely to deflect. Tip heavy shafts will create shafts which will possess a higher “kick point” to promote a lower launch angle. Another byproduct of the thicker walls is a lower torque and it is no wonder why tip heavy graphite shafts are typically suggested for those who possess higher swing speeds and / or trajectory, but looking for either a lighter overall weight club or the natural shock dampening properties.

These types of shaft will not be necessarily touted as tip heavy, but one look at the tip and you will notice the difference. From an assembly standpoint, you will not be able to use a weighted tip pin as the inside diameter of the shaft is much too narrow to accept it. For obvious safety reasons, we do not suggest drilling the tip out to have the weighted tip pin fit as this can weaken the tip of the shaft and lead to breakage.