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I'm wondering about characteristics of Accra Tour Z or Tour Proto.

 

I searched forums and found few reviews on those. They are basically "Stable, Smooth, Stout". but all are subjective.

If someone can compare them to shafts that I have/had (PX 7B3, Matrix 7M3, Alida RIP Alpha, Speeder VC 7.2) it would be much helpful to understand its characteristics.

oh.. as you see on my shafts, I am after low trajectory, low spin... all +mid 70g shaft, S or X flex.

 

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Maybe you need to be a bit more specific. There are at least 4 different types of Tour Z shafts ranging from smooth to boardy as hell, depending on the type. You have LS (low spin) which are stiff and boardy, the CB (counterbalanced) which is still harsh but higher launching, and the ST (stable tip) which is the most like the others you're comparing to and certainly a bit smoother. The 4th is the older Tour Z RT (responsive tip) version that launches higher but retains a smooth feel.
Your best bet IMO is the ST in M4 or M5 flex at around 75g

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[quote name='jaskanski' timestamp='1379256070' post='7854479']
Maybe you need to be a bit more specific. There are at least 4 different types of Tour Z shafts ranging from smooth to boardy as hell, depending on the type. You have LS (low spin) which are stiff and boardy, the CB (counterbalanced) which is still harsh but higher launching, and the ST (stable tip) which is the most like the others you're comparing to and certainly a bit smoother. The 4th is the older Tour Z RT (responsive tip) version that launches higher but retains a smooth feel.
Your best bet IMO is the ST in M4 or M5 flex at around 75g
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Thank you.
Since Accra states "[size=4][u][i]Another benefit of the extreme stability and hoop strength is the opportunity to fit golfers to lighter weight shafts without sacrificing accuracy[/i][/u]."[/size], I was thinking to go with M4 65g, rather than 75g. I have 105-8 SS with quick tempo. Stay with 75g?

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TE Exotics EX10 Beta 16.5' 4 wood w/ Atmos Black TS
TM 09 Rescue TP 19' w/ Speeder HB 8.8 TS
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Mizuno MPT 53, 58

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[quote name='piusthedrgolf' timestamp='1379269099' post='7855413']
[quote name='jaskanski' timestamp='1379256070' post='7854479']
Maybe you need to be a bit more specific. There are at least 4 different types of Tour Z shafts ranging from smooth to boardy as hell, depending on the type. You have LS (low spin) which are stiff and boardy, the CB (counterbalanced) which is still harsh but higher launching, and the ST (stable tip) which is the most like the others you're comparing to and certainly a bit smoother. The 4th is the older Tour Z RT (responsive tip) version that launches higher but retains a smooth feel.
Your best bet IMO is the ST in M4 or M5 flex at around 75g
[/quote]

Thank you.
Since Accra states "[u][i]Another benefit of the extreme stability and hoop strength is the opportunity to fit golfers to lighter weight shafts without sacrificing accuracy[/i][/u].", I was thinking to go with M4 65g, rather than 75g. I have 105-8 SS with quick tempo. Stay with 75g?
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I defo stay with the heavier shaft with a quick tempo.

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[quote name='jaskanski' timestamp='1379256070' post='7854479']
Maybe you need to be a bit more specific. There are at least 4 different types of Tour Z shafts ranging from smooth to boardy as hell, depending on the type. You have LS (low spin) which are stiff and boardy, the CB (counterbalanced) which is still harsh but higher launching, and the ST (stable tip) which is the most like the others you're comparing to and certainly a bit smoother. The 4th is the older Tour Z RT (responsive tip) version that launches higher but retains a smooth feel.
Your best bet IMO is the ST in M4 or M5 flex at around 75g
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There was also the LT - low torque.

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I have the m4 75 Tour Proto version which I dont know how that compares to the actual Tour Z models but I find that it is mid launching and very smooth. I compare it favorably with the Black Tie and Rip in terms of performance and feel. I dont know if it is the head or the shaft but I was able to go up to 10.5* for the first time in my life (after playing 9.5 and 8.5 consistently). I know the RFX is a low spin head but I was happy to go up in loft without losing distance.

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PING G400 Max 14.5º w/ Mitsubishi Diamana RF 70 X

PING i25 18º w/ PWR 75 S

Srixon ZX Utility 4i w/ UST Mamiya Recoil 95 S

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Thank you all for recommendations. I will try 75g one and let ya know the result. Again, thank you all.

TM R9 SuperTri 9.5' V2 driver w/ Atmos Black TS
TE Exotics EX10 Beta 16.5' 4 wood w/ Atmos Black TS
TM 09 Rescue TP 19' w/ Speeder HB 8.8 TS
Mizuno MP14 3-PW w/ Black Gold
Ping Anser 2 Putter
Mizuno MPT 53, 58

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[quote name='andersi' timestamp='1379351250' post='7860153']
I have the m4 75 Tour Proto version which I dont know how that compares to the actual Tour Z models but I find that it is mid launching and very smooth. I compare it favorably with the Black Tie and Rip in terms of performance and feel. I dont know if it is the head or the shaft but I was able to go up to 10.5* for the first time in my life (after playing 9.5 and 8.5 consistently). I know the RFX is a low spin head but I was happy to go up in loft without losing distance.
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The Tour Proto was the early version of the Tour Z+, which most recently became the Tour Z ST. They play stiff to flex, so I'd go down a flex and tip, if necessary.

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