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ABOUT AEROTECH TIFIBER DRIVER SHAFTS

Join GolfWRX for a live Q&A with Chris Hilleary, president of Aerotech Golf.

Aerotech Golf designs and manufacturers the SteelFiber - No.1 Graphite Iron Shaft in Golf. SteelFiber shafts delivered game-changing innovation that introduced an entirely new category in golf shafts.

You've heard the buzz. You've seen the prototypes on Tour. Now, a limited supply of the revolutionary TiFiber driver shafts are available prior to the 'official' launch at the 2018 PGA Merchandise Show.

By incorporating the high strength, unprecedented stability and lightweight properties of titanium, the all-new TiFiber driver shafts feature a ground-breaking new design which promises to be yet another game-changer in golf.

Features and benefits:

• High modulus graphite core with a full surface layer of micro-thin Titanium fiber.
  
• Titanium's high strength properties create unprecedented stability.
  
• Lightweight titanium provides discretionary weight used to optimize tip stiffness.
  
• Perfect match with modern oversized titanium/composite driver heads.
  

WHEN

This chat occurred on Wednesday, November 15th, 2PM Eastern / 11AM Pacific

BONUS GIVEAWAY

We will randomly select 5 members whose question is answered, to win a new Aerotech TiFiber Driver shaft

UPDATE Nov 21. WINNERS DRAWN:

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Hi Chris, with this new micro thin titanium fiber layer, can it be used in a way whereas if it's applied say 2 to 3 passes in certain areas along the length of the shaft would that change the bend profile of said shaft, or is that done with the modulus graphite or both materials?

Thanks, tim

Looks familiar...i do have questions though

Why did you change the driver shaft to titanium wire instead of making the driver shaft exactly like the iron steel fiber??

As a player that prefers a low 60 to high 50 gram driver shaft, can the tifiber shaft provide the weight I am looking for without having to jump up a flex or 2 just to get the flight and spin I am looking for?

How will a shaft like this help the beginner golfer? Is there a certain demographic these shafts are more targeted towards? Thanks!

How does the titanium fiber impact the kickpoint of the shaft? Are you able to design shafts using this technology that create different kickpoints for different golf swings, or does the technology create a shaft that feels almost "kickpoint-less"?

Will an Aerotech iron shaft player experience the same high quality feel in the TiFiber driver shaft that they

have come to appreciate in the iron shafts ? In other words, a strong family resemblance ?

Thanks for some great shafts....

High Modulus carbon fiber vs Titanium...looking ahead, what other types of 'exotic' material can we expect to see from your R&D Dept? How long does it take to develop a shaft using 'new' materials?

Thanks.

I thought graphite/carbon fiber in general has higher tensile strength per weight than titanium. I maybe completely wrong....though.

So does Ti-fiber really add stability compared to adding extra layer(s) of graphite or is this more for a specific feel?

Steel fiber is easy to understand as weight of steel is much higher than graphite, it is easy to change the feel of a shaft.

Also can you add multiple layers of Ti-fiber in specific locations of the shaft instead of winding the entire length of the shaft per layer to control stiffness/weight in specific locations on the shaft?

Validation on tour is big. Do you have any players currently playing the driver shaft? Web,Pga Tour,Euro?

What range of weights is planed for this shaft?

And do you maintain a similar stiffness profile across the different weights - or perhaps do you make progressive changes to the stiffness profile for the different weight models?

Thanks.

If you did a quick survey asking the majority of golfers about iron shaft manufacturers, you would hear True Temper/Project X, KBS, and Nippon. From a marketing standpoint, are there plans to make a bigger push to grab a greater slice of that pie? More demo days, added PGA pro's, work with a manufacturer to be the stock shaft in a new offering, etc.?

Thank you for your time.

What is the difference in construction of the pro and tour shafts? Is the titanium used differently, is there more or less of it in different places, etc?

Thanks!

How important is achieving high launch / low spin when designing a shaft for tour players?

Thanks for taking the time to discuss with us. Is this shaft counterweighted? If not, are there plans for a version that is?

Does the shaft help lower the spin on the modern drivers of today?

Does the shaft help lower the spin on the modern drivers of today? And how?

How has stability improved over the current shafts? Has this led to a decrease in dispersion and spin rates?

Hi Chris, Lynden, WA native here. What was the inspiration to include titanium fiber in the new shaft? I also noticed limited flexes for both the tour and pro models, is this a result of the titanium?

Also looking to give your iron shaft a try in my TMAG UDI 2 iron, would you recommend the i125x or the i110x? I'm having a hard time making a decision on weight. My GD ADDI 105x felt loose but I had great results with it for a few weeks until it broke...

Hi Chris - any thoughts on flex with these? Steelfibers tend to play a little stiff...same deal here?

Hi, what's the difference between the prototypes being used and what you'll have for sale? Thanks!

Will we see these offered through the major OEM's as standard or an upgrade option?

Can I change my Proto 70 for a 60? Haha, you guys will really enjoy this shaft. I benefit from a lighter shaft with a little less stiffness but it still works incredibly well for me.

With all the wonderful driver shafts already out in the market, what differentiates the new Ti-Fiber shaft?

In other words, what would entice anyone to give it a try?

I understand the benefits of Steel-Fibers in irons but for drivers?

How much a weight difference are we talking between graphite layer and a titanium layer? If they were the same thickness.

What is the benefit of tipping a shaft? How do you know if it’s necessary?

How does the titanium layer affect the timing of the bend and kick of the shaft during the downswing as opposed to a more traditional graphite shaft?

Other than the weight and material difference, what the difference between the ti- fiber shaft and the regular steel fiber in terms of performance?

My question: How do you design a shaft these days when you have adjustable driver heads? It seems that the adjustments may affect the design of the shaft?

What potential commercial vendors will carry this shaft, so we can get custom fit for one? Any big box stores?

As I understand it, the heavier Steelfiber shafts have more steel wrap, will the same be true of the Ti wire wrap? Is there less dampening in the heavier shafts?

Love the Steelfibers btw! Own two sets and am shopping for a third.