It just me or are a lot of pros switching to Nippon Iron Shafts?

[icandy]

Hey Mark and Co.,

 

Ive been playing the modus 120s since launch because I love the feel of the shaft. The soft butt stiff tip section has always worked for my driver so when these came out, this was ideal.

 

Ive recently switched to a higher spinning iron head from what I used to play and am now wondering if going up a flex might help keep spin down.

 

Last numbers with a 33deg 7 iron

 

120 bs on stock swing 117 on 3/4

19deg launch

5800 spin

170 carry

 

I know some will say 5800 is too low, but this was off of a mat (which produces lower spin numbers than on grass) but my home club is quite windy and 75% off the approach shots are into the wind so I prefer having to have my equipment to be a touch lower spinning than "ideal."

 

would a ss 120x help manage spin or a moot point?

Sometimes going to x may increase spin. That's what happened to me. I would keep as is and try different balls.

[jcg132]

Does anyone know where you can order wedges with the Modus wedge shafts installed? Do any OEMs or websites offer this as an option? I would prefer Vokey but would look at other wedges. All the custom options I'm seeing are the Modus iron shaft versions as an option and not the specific Modus wedge 105/115/125. Thanks.

[icandy]

Does anyone know where you can order wedges with the Modus wedge shafts installed? Do any OEMs or websites offer this as an option? I would prefer Vokey but would look at other wedges. All the custom options I'm seeing are the Modus iron shaft versions as an option and not the specific Modus wedge 105/115/125. Thanks.

Cleveland do them, I ended up getting Cleveland RTX-3 with modus 115s

[Warrick]

As someone who was in C-Taper 130X, but probably should have been in 125 S+, I have found the Tour125 S a fantastic transition away from C-Taper.

 

Do you find the Modus 125 Stiff is comparable to the C-Taper 125 S+ in terms of flex?

 

Have you tried the Modus 125X of 125X soft stepped?

 

I can play the C-Taper in S+, but I like the feel of the Stiff straight in a little better.

 

125 was the first Nippon I ever tried, loved it right away. The C-Taper seems a bit more rigid through the length of the shaft, but I can absolutely get after the Modus.

 

The 125 would seem perfect for someone coming from c-taper s, or s+, IMO. I had 0 pain in my elbows/forearms/wrists after 54 holes last weekend.

 

Just so I am clear on this, you are talking about the 125 Stiff flex?

 

I've been playing X or Xss so long I'm tentative about going back to Stiff. The C-Tapers are a different story, however. The Stiff plays like an Xss.

 

Yes, 125 stiff. I came from 130X, had no issues, but as I said, probably should have been in 125 S+in the Tapers.

 

Try one if you can. You may need an X ssX1

[MillerLowLife]

I'm sorry if this has been talked about before but I didn't want to read all comments to find out.

 

Been playing the 130x in my irons for a month now and seems to be a perfect fit.

 

Wedges are worn out and going to purchase a new set but want to get a good Nippon shaft to match in wedges. I've been looking at T7's and they have a no upchatge for 105 shaft but those are pretty light shafts.

 

Should I stick to the Nippon wedge 125 shaft or possibly stick a 130x shaft in wedges for consistency through my set? Or is the kick point better in. Wedge shafts for wedges?

 

[Bogey_Fly_By]

I'm sorry if this has been talked about before but I didn't want to read all comments to find out.

 

Been playing the 130x in my irons for a month now and seems to be a perfect fit.

 

Wedges are worn out and going to purchase a new set but want to get a good Nippon shaft to match in wedges. I've been looking at T7's and they have a no upchatge for 105 shaft but those are pretty light shafts.

 

Should I stick to the Nippon wedge 125 shaft or possibly stick a 130x shaft in wedges for consistency through my set? Or is the kick point better in. Wedge shafts for wedges?

 

I have 130's and also have them in the wedges and love them. Love that every club feels the same. While they are a touch high they don't overspin and drop and stop for me and they still get through the wind great.

[Morry]

I'm sorry if this has been talked about before but I didn't want to read all comments to find out.

 

Been playing the 130x in my irons for a month now and seems to be a perfect fit.

 

Wedges are worn out and going to purchase a new set but want to get a good Nippon shaft to match in wedges. I've been looking at T7's and they have a no upchatge for 105 shaft but those are pretty light shafts.

 

Should I stick to the Nippon wedge 125 shaft or possibly stick a 130x shaft in wedges for consistency through my set? Or is the kick point better in. Wedge shafts for wedges?

I have the 130s right to gap and then 125 wedge shafts in the 56 and 60

I find i can flight them better, great feel around green and and easy transition in the set off the 130s myself

[MillerLowLife]

I'm sorry if this has been talked about before but I didn't want to read all comments to find out.

 

Been playing the 130x in my irons for a month now and seems to be a perfect fit.

 

Wedges are worn out and going to purchase a new set but want to get a good Nippon shaft to match in wedges. I've been looking at T7's and they have a no upchatge for 105 shaft but those are pretty light shafts.

 

Should I stick to the Nippon wedge 125 shaft or possibly stick a 130x shaft in wedges for consistency through my set? Or is the kick point better in. Wedge shafts for wedges?

I have the 130s right to gap and then 125 wedge shafts in the 56 and 60

I find i can flight them better, great feel around green and and easy transition in the set off the 130s myself

 

I like this. Seems like that would be a good balance as I mostly take full shots with gap wedge compared to the other two.

[Warrick]

The standard 125 iron shaft works well in the wedges also.

[jcg132]

Staying on the iron to wedge topic. I know this has been talked about in some older threads but wanted to make sure. What is the consensus on what Modus 120 iron players are liking in their wedges (SW/LW), sticking with the Modus 120 or moving to the 105 wedge or 115 wedge series?

[scottleo]

Playing the 105s in 5-AW, modus 115 wedge in my 54&58. So far so good.

[Milez28]

Hey Mark and Co.,

 

Ive been playing the modus 120s since launch because I love the feel of the shaft. The soft butt stiff tip section has always worked for my driver so when these came out, this was ideal.

 

Ive recently switched to a higher spinning iron head from what I used to play and am now wondering if going up a flex might help keep spin down.

 

Last numbers with a 33deg 7 iron

 

120 bs on stock swing 117 on 3/4

19deg launch

5800 spin

170 carry

 

I know some will say 5800 is too low, but this was off of a mat (which produces lower spin numbers than on grass) but my home club is quite windy and 75% off the approach shots are into the wind so I prefer having to have my equipment to be a touch lower spinning than "ideal."

 

would a ss 120x help manage spin or a moot point?

 

Same here except my spin is even higher with the 120s.

 

I've heard to strengthen the loft on the irons might be the solution.

 

Also I know this has probably been answered already but would a 105x give me the about the same characteristics as a 120s? Reason I ask is I thought about going lighter but I don't want higher launch or higher spin.

[icandy]

Staying on the iron to wedge topic. I know this has been talked about in some older threads but wanted to make sure. What is the consensus on what Modus 120 iron players are liking in their wedges (SW/LW), sticking with the Modus 120 or moving to the 105 wedge or 115 wedge series?

I'm have 115 wedge with my 120 S irons. Can't really say if I've fallen with love with them yet. Still getting used to the different feel. Maybe I'll try 125 or something else like kbs hi rev

[Hookasaurus Rex]

Staying on the iron to wedge topic. I know this has been talked about in some older threads but wanted to make sure. What is the consensus on what Modus 120 iron players are liking in their wedges (SW/LW), sticking with the Modus 120 or moving to the 105 wedge or 115 wedge series?

I'm have 115 wedge with my 120 S irons. Can't really say if I've fallen with love with them yet. Still getting used to the different feel. Maybe I'll try 125 or something else like kbs hi rev

 

What don't you like about them? I play 120x in 4-AW in my CF 16's and am thinking about getting new wedges. I was going to ask for rec's for a pairing with the 120x. I'm going with a 54*, which I imagine will be primarily full shots, and a 60* for bunkers/greenside stuff. I was thinking of going 125 wedge or 120X in the 54*, and 125 or 115 wedge in the 60*. Thoughts?

[icandy]

Staying on the iron to wedge topic. I know this has been talked about in some older threads but wanted to make sure. What is the consensus on what Modus 120 iron players are liking in their wedges (SW/LW), sticking with the Modus 120 or moving to the 105 wedge or 115 wedge series?

I'm have 115 wedge with my 120 S irons. Can't really say if I've fallen with love with them yet. Still getting used to the different feel. Maybe I'll try 125 or something else like kbs hi rev

 

What don't you like about them? I play 120x in 4-AW in my CF 16's and am thinking about getting new wedges. I was going to ask for rec's for a pairing with the 120x. I'm going with a 54*, which I imagine will be primarily full shots, and a 60* for bunkers/greenside stuff. I was thinking of going 125 wedge or 120X in the 54*, and 125 or 115 wedge in the 60*. Thoughts?

Got this weird kick feeling to it. Doesn't feel stable like the 120S and 125S irons shafts.

[drvrwdge]

Hey Mark and Co.,

 

Ive been playing the modus 120s since launch because I love the feel of the shaft. The soft butt stiff tip section has always worked for my driver so when these came out, this was ideal.

 

Ive recently switched to a higher spinning iron head from what I used to play and am now wondering if going up a flex might help keep spin down.

 

Last numbers with a 33deg 7 iron

 

120 bs on stock swing 117 on 3/4

19deg launch

5800 spin

170 carry

 

I know some will say 5800 is too low, but this was off of a mat (which produces lower spin numbers than on grass) but my home club is quite windy and 75% off the approach shots are into the wind so I prefer having to have my equipment to be a touch lower spinning than "ideal."

 

would a ss 120x help manage spin or a moot point?

 

Same here except my spin is even higher with the 120s.

 

I've heard to strengthen the loft on the irons might be the solution.

 

Also I know this has probably been answered already but would a 105x give me the about the same characteristics as a 120s? Reason I ask is I thought about going lighter but I don't want higher launch or higher spin.

 

I wish I had a clear answer but shafts are so individual. I've played every shaft out. 97mph 6i 190 carry, play the HZRDUS Yellow in my driver and the 105x's fit me perfectly. Actually brought launch and spin down from x100's. For me the have the same launch and spin along the lines of a PX or C Taper but much better feel. I have a very late release, almost too much "lag". Long swing not a hard transition but pull very hard down with hands. 105x may fit you, or it may not. They are hard to find in fitting carts except for mizuno so even though it may not be in the head you want at least you could hit the same head with all different shaft options. Mizuno seems to have the most available.

[pcs11]

Does anyone know where you can get the limited blue Modus wedge shaft? It was supposed to be released today but I can't find it anywhere.

[Yanki01]

http://nipponshaft.c...tion/index.html

 

https://www.tourspecgolf.com/n-s-pro-modus-wedge-blue-edition-shaft.html

[wareagle902]

Just ordered some new sticks with modus 130 S. gonna try them in the wedges including a 62. Anyone tried 130 and the 125 wedge shafts? Also, anyone tried the 105 in a long/ driving iron compared to the 130?

[3step]

Does anyone know where you can get the limited blue Modus wedge shaft? It was supposed to be released today but I can't find it anywhere.

 

You will have to find a shop to install it for you. The Blue Modus Wedge is an install only shaft. But hurry. Last year was the Black Modus Wedge, and it was sold out in a few days.

 

3step

[Oknows]

Hey Mark. Quick question ... what was the prototype to the 120 called? Is there any difference between the prototype and the actual released shaft? Thanks!

[360_CS]

My only complaint about these shafts is the painted label instead of a sticker. I have had mine for a couple of weeks and the "TOUR 130" on my 7 iron is nearly gone. I don't know how it came off, it must be the butt of the grip rubbing up and down the shaft when I pull a club out.

[mgwlee]

I am looking for a new set of clubs and a Apex combo is the choice , the shaft is the problem.

I test a few shafts and so far the KBS tour is the one that I liked.

I am going to test the Nippon modus 3 105 and also the C taper lite .

What can I expect from the Nippon?

 

I live in the Netherlands so it is hard to test many different shafts

 

[Oknows]

Okay need some help. I'm currently playing C Taper 120s which I love the dispersion of. Those of you who have transitioned to the Modus 120s, what flex did you go to, and did you suffer any dispersion issues?

Tried some C Taper Lites in stiff and dispersion suffered ... a lot. Make more consistent contact with the heavier shaft. Interested in the modus 120s.

Moderate tempo, moderate to strong transition, earlyish release with 88-92 range SS with 6 iron.

[DNice26]

Okay need some help. I'm currently playing C Taper 120s which I love the dispersion of. Those of you who have transitioned to the Modus 120s, what flex did you go to, and did you suffer any dispersion issues?

Tried some C Taper Lites in stiff and dispersion suffered ... a lot. Make more consistent contact with the heavier shaft. Interested in the modus 120s.

Moderate tempo, moderate to strong transition, earlyish release with 88-92 range SS with 6 iron.

I have some Modus 130 and they are nice.

If I'm being honest, I'd say that you should stick with your 120 Ctapers. The grass isn't always greener and you seem happy. I seem to struggle to find anything that beats the tapers. If they work for you, there may not be anything better.

[Oknows]

Okay need some help. I'm currently playing C Taper 120s which I love the dispersion of. Those of you who have transitioned to the Modus 120s, what flex did you go to, and did you suffer any dispersion issues?

Tried some C Taper Lites in stiff and dispersion suffered ... a lot. Make more consistent contact with the heavier shaft. Interested in the modus 120s.

Moderate tempo, moderate to strong transition, earlyish release with 88-92 range SS with 6 iron.

I have some Modus 130 and they are nice.

If I'm being honest, I'd say that you should stick with your 120 Ctapers. The grass isn't always greener and you seem happy. I seem to struggle to find anything that beats the tapers. If they work for you, there may not be anything better.

 

CT 120s are in a set of J40s. CTL are in a new to me set of 545s. Went and had lie angles checked this afternoon and lie was way too flat on the 545s, which I'm guessing had a big part in my dispersion issues (was losing a lot right). Really prefer the weight and ability to load the CTL over the CT. May just stick with the CTL or try to find a 105x to demo. I wish Nippon would hurry up with a 115 that plays like the 130.

[Warrick]

I am really starting to get used to the new irons/shafts, very smooth, have had absolutely 0 pain issues in wrists elbows so far this season.

 

76-74 over the weekend, GIR % is coming back up after a shaky start to the season, also fantastic in the wedges.

[MilesVJackson]

Okay need some help. I'm currently playing C Taper 120s which I love the dispersion of. Those of you who have transitioned to the Modus 120s, what flex did you go to, and did you suffer any dispersion issues?

Tried some C Taper Lites in stiff and dispersion suffered ... a lot. Make more consistent contact with the heavier shaft. Interested in the modus 120s.

Moderate tempo, moderate to strong transition, earlyish release with 88-92 range SS with 6 iron.

 

The Modus 120s is 114g uncut, so it's closer in weight to the ctaper lites (110g) than the ctapers (120g). If you like a heavier shaft, perhaps try the Modus 125s?

[Oknows]

Okay need some help. I'm currently playing C Taper 120s which I love the dispersion of. Those of you who have transitioned to the Modus 120s, what flex did you go to, and did you suffer any dispersion issues?

Tried some C Taper Lites in stiff and dispersion suffered ... a lot. Make more consistent contact with the heavier shaft. Interested in the modus 120s.

Moderate tempo, moderate to strong transition, earlyish release with 88-92 range SS with 6 iron.

 

The Modus 120s is 114g uncut, so it's closer in weight to the ctaper lites (110g) than the ctapers (120g). If you like a heavier shaft, perhaps try the Modus 125s?

 

Was looking at getting a set of 120x to soft step.

Like the distribution of the CT, but I don't feel like I load the shaft at all. Should probably be playing them soft stepped as is.

Prefer the feel of the CTL, but they are a little lighter than I think I need.

[markheardjr]

Hey Mark. Quick question ... what was the prototype to the 120 called? Is there any difference between the prototype and the actual released shaft? Thanks!

 

120 Proto was called the DP meaning "Dual Performance" I believe. I want to say I remember hearing the raw shaft was slightly different but when you butt cut them to length it was identical. Something about a slightly longer butt section but when you cut it it was basically identical.