Sim 2 Guys

[RoyalMustang]

On 12/3/2021 at 6:31 PM, Cactus Jack said:

I own a Ventus Black and Blue, Tensei 1K, VA Nemesis, RDX Smoke Blue TX, and the stock RDX Smoke Black. Guess which shaft won out…the stock RDX Black. The RDX works better for my swing than any shaft I own or tested. You best course of action is to get fit, but don’t sleep on the stock shafts. 

 

I have a black Ventus 7X.  I prefer a 6X but it is what came with the club.

 

I need to try a Smoke RDX 6.5 as I have the 7.5 on my 6-wood and it is my favorite club.  Hell, I hit a green from 285 out the other day with it from a highly elevated tee; had a eagle chance!  That shaft is so smooth. I might have to ditch the driver for a bit and save strokes with that 6 wood

[Cactus Jack]

2 hours ago, RoyalMustang said:

 

I have a black Ventus 7X.  I prefer a 6X but it is what came with the club.

 

I need to try a Smoke RDX 6.5 as I have the 7.5 on my 6-wood and it is my favorite club.  Hell, I hit a green from 285 out the other day with it from a highly elevated tee; had a eagle chance!  That shaft is so smooth. I might have to ditch the driver for a bit and save strokes with that 6 wood

 

The RDX is shockingly good. Honestly, I want to love my expensive shafts, but the RDX flat out performs. When comparing cost/performance, it can't be touched. 

[New_Guy]

1 hour ago, Cactus Jack said:

 

The RDX is shockingly good. Honestly, I want to love my expensive shafts, but the RDX flat out performs. When comparing cost/performance, it can't be touched. 

I'm definitely going to get the blue rdx to try

[Cactus Jack]

Below is a post I made a while ago testing the SIM2 and RDX shafts:

 

 

[mvhoffman]

I love everything about the Ventus blue that came with the driver. I know it’s non-velocore but I’m okay with that.  I have been intrigued lately to see what performance I get from the Kuro Kage Tini Silver that paired with my ST180. I just installed the TM adapter in it and tossed a grip on. Will be trying within the next few days

[alecfeltman]

On 12/3/2021 at 9:51 PM, OspreyCI said:

Just picked up a Sim2 Max and will be using a Diamana ZF in it. Expect a bomber for sure. 

Let me know about this one. I have a Sim2 heading my way and will pair it with the same. 

[OspreyCI]

8 hours ago, alecfeltman said:

Let me know about this one. I have a Sim2 heading my way and will pair it with the same. 

Will do. Hitting it on the range tomorrow and playing Sunday. 

[blakesmittkamp]

sim2 10.5 w/ adbb 6x.  very straight combo.  

[TarHeelGolfer2325]

So far the Ventus Black 6X has worked the best for me. Playing mine at 45.25 with a couple strips of lead tape on the sole, out on the toe to help promote more of a fade and take away my hook issue I sometimes have. Stable head with a stable shaft!

[klbcec]

For me, Accra Tour Z RPG 362H.

 

Tried all kinds of shafts in the 65g range.  This one was the best for me. 

[phizzy30]

On 12/9/2021 at 11:10 AM, WSUWarriorPGAPro said:

I don't have a SIM2 (but I do have the SIM).  8.0  Standard setting.  I have had the HZRDUS Green in it (stock lowest launching shaft and it immediately came out.)  I have also had a Graphite Design Tour AD XC 6 in it.  (That one was the best for launch, carry and spin, but I hated the S-Flex (went left at inconsistent times) and a X-Flex in it.  (Which was better, but still not right.)  I would like to get an S-Flex and tip it 3/4"- 1" and install it, but they are not a cheap shaft.  I have a Tensei AV Raw White 65 S in it right now.  This shaft seems to be the best option for the moment.  Although, I'd love to test a Ventus Black (Velocore) 6 in it.

 

I also have a TSi3 8.0 with a Tensei AV Raw White 65 S in that driver as well.  (B1 setting).  This shaft is what made me think it would work well in my SIM, since it worked very well in my TSi3, even for a stock shaft!  

 

Just a question... Between the Ventus Black (Velocore) and Ventus Blue (Velocore), how much is the increase in launch and increase in spin going from the Black to the blue?  I have been a higher launch guy, and a moderately higher spin guy in my past fittings.  I know I'd have to get fitted, but I am just looking for some preliminary information.

 

Thanks!

We're talking 1-2 degrees difference in launch and spin will be about the same between the blue and black.  That's what I saw on trackman anyways for myself. 

[cardoustie]

On 12/3/2021 at 8:31 PM, cardoustie said:

Just grabbed a sim 2 max d

 

test shafts

- ad di 6x

- ventus red 6x

- PX 6a4 7.0

- Oban revenge 65.05

- ad XC 6x

- rip phenom 50x and 50 tx 

- Blueboard 53x

 

… but ….. likely will end up with a velocore blue 6x like my buddy had in his at home

 

the winner is the old orange Ad Di 6x, high bombs

 

[taylorx300]

My Sim 2 10.5 with  a SS of 100-105.

Tried a bunch to figure out feel and numbers.

GD IZ

GD TP

GD XC

RDX Black

Atmos TS Blue

KBS TD

Ventus Red Velo
All stiff and 60ish grams.

Best combo is the Ventus for me.

My Sim Ti 5 has a Ventus Blue Velo.

Testing the Sim 2 Max 3 with  Ventus Red Velo 7s.

Excited to test the RDX red in the Stealth head in Feb when those choices come out.

[extrastiff]

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Edited December 12, 2021 by extrastiff

[R5Two]

LA Golf Trono 65x 

 

Take getting used to as the butt end is really smooth, but one you get it dialed in... 

[basschip]

On 12/3/2021 at 5:08 PM, New_Guy said:

What is your favorite shaft with this head?

I started with a stock hzrdus smoke RDX 6.0 70g, then changed to a Graphite design VR-6, Then changed to a Graphite DesignADDI-6, But the one I like the most is what I am using now Autoflex SF505. I really like the feel of the shaft and it really flies when you hit it solid.

[New_Guy]

24 minutes ago, basschip said:

I started with a stock hzrdus smoke RDX 6.0 70g, then changed to a Graphite design VR-6, Then changed to a Graphite DesignADDI-6, But the one I like the most is what I am using now Autoflex SF505. I really like the feel of the shaft and it really flies when you hit it solid.

Never tried a autoflex they are so expensive but wouldn't be opposed to it

[jah7838]

I posted earlier that the Diamana D+ Limited was my favorite with my SIM2, and the AV Raw White was my 2nd favorite earlier. 
 

Limited 70s is still #1, but #2 is the AV Raw Orange that I recently got my hands on. It’s really easy to load when it’s colder and doesn’t spin a lot for how high it launches. I’m really liking it so far. 

Edited December 17, 2021 by jah7838
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[darunia484]

Just got a sim2 5 hybrid, can't wait to use it on the course!

[jjmmagoo]

Been experimenting since I purchased this driver last May.  I have had the project x T1100 I had on my M4 driver.  I then played around with the project x RDX blue.  I absolutely love this combo.  Swing speed @ 100-105.  Using the 6.0. Similar feel to the old R7 and Mitsubishi blue board I once have.  Won’t be changing anytime soon.  

[Brooks_Cupcake]

Just an average old guy 

Sim2 10.5 knocked down a notch with a Blue Ventus Velo 6x at 45.25”

not bad for hitting driver for the 2nd time since October  

[1puttTUT]

On 12/3/2021 at 7:19 PM, kcarrgolf said:

I started with the Tensei AV Raw Blue that it came with stock, then went to a Fuji Pro 2.0 that was better, but finally settled on the Ventus Blue w/ velo.  That's been the most consistent shaft for me, 105 swing speed.

 

 

Same, Ventus velo blue 6s

[evoviiiyou]

Ventus Red Velocore tipped 1” to TZ6 tipped 1” to Diamana ZF no tipping. Loving the feel of the ZF and it’s consistency. Ventus Red I felt like I could over power and loose to the left always smooth, the TZ6 needed the 95% or greater swing to get best distance while feeling linear, and the ZF loves the 80% swing to max distance and usually the longest and most consistent left to right here with my swing. Plus it looks the part for those who are into aesthetics 

[mvhoffman]

On 12/9/2021 at 6:44 PM, mvhoffman said:

I love everything about the Ventus blue that came with the driver. I know it’s non-velocore but I’m okay with that.  I have been intrigued lately to see what performance I get from the Kuro Kage Tini Silver that paired with my ST180. I just installed the TM adapter in it and tossed a grip on. Will be trying within the next few days

This experiment that I did with the Kuro Kage was short lived.  I came home and immediately put the Ventus back on.  I don't know if I've ever had a better shaft

 

[duffer18]

By contrast, for me, the Kuro Kage  silver has been excellent.  I'm an old guy, swing speed only around 90, but because of swing quirks, I needed a slightly heavier shaft that would give me a higher flight and more carry.  

[alecfeltman]

On 12/3/2021 at 9:51 PM, OspreyCI said:

Just picked up a Sim2 Max and will be using a Diamana ZF in it. Expect a bomber for sure. 

How did this work out? I have ZF in my sim. Switching to sim 2 max any day now. 
Would love to hear your thoughts. 

[OspreyCI]

1 hour ago, alecfeltman said:

How did this work out? I have ZF in my sim. Switching to sim 2 max any day now. 
Would love to hear your thoughts. 

The ZF is really good, but I am looking for a just a touch more feel. Not sure with my swing I am getting everything out of it. 
 

I just moved it on and now going to a GD AD HD. I have always been drawn to GD shafts. Sorry count not be more help. 

[LS_golf]

On 12/7/2021 at 10:03 PM, Nixhex524 said:

I play mine with the RDX blue also, 6.0.  I added a 20g weight instead of the 16 it came with as the RDX Blue is a CB shaft.  This driver is a monster when I am swinging well.  It was so good a buddy of mine tried it out, then went out and got the same setup, minus the 20g weight.  Still hits it fine but the extra few grams did give it a little more feel down by the head for me.

 

Sorry for delay in responding, since my last post and your reply I did end up getting some lead tape and added about 6G across the back, 25% of it in draw bias area. It's changed the whole feel to the driver and as you said can feel the head much more... as a lot of people advised go heavier then strip back from there and I left it alone. Great shaft though! Hope you're still enjoying it 🙂 

[LS_golf]

On 12/9/2021 at 9:43 PM, Cactus Jack said:

 

The RDX is shockingly good. Honestly, I want to love my expensive shafts, but the RDX flat out performs. When comparing cost/performance, it can't be touched. 

 Which RDX did you get fit for? I run the Blue RDX 6.0 in my Driver (6g added in tape) and 3 Wood... but the RDX black shaft in the hybrids are even more impressive.. it's a bomber!

[skujan57]

On 12/16/2021 at 9:17 PM, darunia484 said:

Just got a sim2 5 hybrid, can't wait to use it on the course!

I have that same club, love it.