MEMBER REVIEWS: Mitsubishi Vanquish Shafts! See What Members Are Saying!

[GolfWRX_Official]

We have seven members testing out the Mitsubishi Vanquish Shafts! Vanquish uses Amorphous Wire Technology in an all-new application. Instead of using it in the tip section, amorphous wire is used in the butt section for the very first time. This amorphous wire’s elasticity increases the activity in the handle of the shaft to maximize ball speed and club head acceleration. The members below will be reporting back to the community about the things that they have noticed while testing this product. Please feel free to ask any questions that you might have, as the testers will be happy to answer them!

 

The testers are: 

@Glock917

@mlf

@vandyfan

@yoder9339

@Tarheelnation3

@jholz

@getair23

 

Learn more about Vanquish here.

 

A big thank you goes out to @MITSUBISHI CHEMICALfor putting on this member testing event!

[getair23]

Thank you WRX and @MITSUBISHI CHEMICAL, looking forward to putting the Vanquish to the test.  Driver adapter arrived over the weekend, FedEx has the shaft coming in tomorrow.  Hope to have the new shaft gripped, tipped, and ready to go by the weekend.  

Edited June 16, 2023 by getair23

[Glock917]

Just want to say many thanks to @MITSUBISHI CHEMICAL and golfwrx for the opportunity to test this shaft to this gear junkie tinkerer.

 

Living in San Diego I’m fortunate that most of the big golf OEMs are just up the 5 freeway in Carlsbad thus when I got notification Friday from MCA a shipment was in transit, I received it the next day Saturday. 👍

 

PACKAGE ARRIVAL AND UNBOXING:  Kudos to Mitsubishi for the fire packaging with all its current and previous models logos displayed on the box.

 

 

Inside the box first and foremost the shaft but it’s always cool to get some swag in a water bottle and towel branded in the vanquish logo along with a hand written note from Preston at Mitsubishi. Personal touches like this makes it even more worthwhile to get an opportunity to test it.

 

 

 

Having the raw shaft in hand and reading one of the characteristics of the vanquish being having tight tolerances in weight and frequency. I was curious about how close the weight was to the listed spec and I would say its pretty spot on. I did not take a couple stickers off because those tend to be PITA but wouldn't doubt had I remove them it would of been closer to listed spec of 55g. I know this scale is overkill buy hey I wanted precision 😆

 

 

SHAFT WEIGHT/FLEX I WENT WITH:
Initially from being chosen for this testing I was hesitant in choosing the weight. Do I just a bit lighter into the 5tx or go to the lowest spectrum and go 4TX but after I saw a TXG review where Matt was sending missiles using the 4X I immediately decided on the 4TX.

My current gamer is a Mitsubishi tensei pro Orange 1k 60tx. My driver clubspeed hovers around 115mph. It’s the only current true aftermarket shaft I have. I tend to jive with Mitsubishi shafts from diamanas tensei etc. I never got fitted for the TPO and pretty much took a blind leap and bought it. Having it over a year now I know this shaft and know what it takes from me to make it produce. One caveat I didn’t consider was the weight. I got the 60TX and had a bit of buyers remorse finding that it weighed 70g uncut. More so I don’t believe the counter weight of this shaft to be much of significant. I play a Cobra LTDx LS weighing in at 193.5g at a bit under 46” and have Jumbomax ultralight str8 XL that weighs 55g and the swingweight is still like D5. I don’t mind that but was surprised it played that heavy. While I feel that weight keeps me from over swinging i always felt I’m leaving speed under the table and feel the driver swing being labored towards the back end of rounds especially when I'm walking.

 

 

LOOKS:  The branding of the shaft is very subdued yet distinctive and is very much my style. Not sure if it has the trademark styling to recognize it from a far ala the ventus "V" or tensei with the colored shaft bands but I dig the look. With the dark background with holographic lining gives me a throwback to 80's scifi movies. I'm thinking a bit of star wars and TRON 🤷‍♂️ regardless I like the looks as it means business to send some seed.

 

At first glance I was somewhat worried about there not being a blank side down as the vanquish name takes up both sides of the shaft but at address even in the bright sun the dark colored reflective lined lettering of vanquish is surprising camouflaged at address. I only notice it if I try to look at it but at setup and looking down at the clubhead there were zero issue having that side up.

 

 

 

INTIAL TESTING DRY RUN: So I have a lot of optimism going into this vanquish. I had everything prepped for install and was just waiting for the shaft. I do all those basic club install myself and done enough of them. I gotta admit I made a bit of a snapfu and was all my fault but ended up just wasting a day to test. I just assumed it’ll be a just a normal default standard grip install but I failed to look at the specs and realized the butt diameter is smaller than normal (.590"). Thus after I installed the new tip and grip and was ready to go, the grip was slipping and sliding and all over and had to reinstall. So just FYI to anybody you may need to put on extra wraps or a smaller core grip ymmv.

I built the club with a cobra adapter for my LTDx LS playing at 46.5" (just in case I would need to tip it) and put on a jumbomax ultralite st8 non tapered in M and weighed in at 47g. Using an online SW tool, scale, and tape measure it came out to a D4. But I aint worried about it I just wanted to make sure it wasn't something absurd.

 

So now my take on this vanquish. It didn’t start great 😅 but it was at the range so it took acclimatizing to the new feel. To me the new feel didn't feel like it was solely the difference in weight (70g gamer vs 55g) but it was a different profile alongside with the weight that I needed to adjust to. Hard to describe ones personal feels but it had a mid kick but not as much as I was expecting. It felt very linear and probably the smoothest overall I felt in a shaft. The more I put in the more the shaft responds to it. I wasn't going ape mad on it but put some good weight into some and the vanquish just wanted more and said bring it. 

 

Towards the end after finding the right tempo and transition all i can say is wow with a big goofy smile on my face. 😏 Like I'm a low/mid flight in terms of driver traj but pure strikes were def in the high traj scope and wow on center hits there was a different pitch of sound off the face, a more pleasing sound of maybe getting hit with more speed. This being quick test at the range there wasn't any launch number data nor videos but those are soon to follow hastily cause I need to see if that feel of center impact was due to more overall speed or just a different vibration this shaft sends to my hands. Evidential data will follow promptly.

 

At the end of day it was only one range session but have silent confidence of potentially unlocking a higher ceiling. A big test will be later today on the course at Torrey south. A course I play weekly and a good barometer.

 

More to come.....

 

UPDATE AFTER FIRST ROUND:

Well since today has been slow one in the golf world might as well put in an update on how the first round was with the vanquish 😂

 

Fair to say I was a bit overzealous thinking I can just transfer the feel I had in the end practice session the day prior to be seamless the day after. 😆Probably doesn't help that I never hit any practice balls there. I just get there set up my rig, pay, couple of putts and off I go.

 

I only hit 2/12 fairways with one roll onto fringe. The number of fairways hit never dissuades me or a indication of a below average tee game. Ive had plenty of good rounds with low fairways hits but it was the infrequency of solid contact and face angle control. It was a bit of a struggle to get that tempo/transition and feel I felt yesterday out on the course consistently. Who knows I could of easily had my gamer shaft in and done the same. 🤷‍♂️

 

But the shaft itself felt great swinging and was starting get into that better flow needed for me to get the vanquish to perform like it should.

 

Best example is the par 4 12^th. Usually the hardest hole on tour when they play here for the farmers and definitely hardest hole for me as I would take a bogey on it every day of the week. Pros play it at around 500y 👎 it played at 458y respectable and still hard plus it always plays dead into the wind from the ocean at I'd say 10-12mph.

 

This was the only drive that was replicated in some of the flushed moonballs I ended the day prior at the range. I rarely fly pass those bunkers on the right and it was done with ease. If I can get this type of impact and results more consistently at my level I think we may something here. 

 

I am definitely going to get some ball data in the next day or so. I have a tourney on Sunday and would like some more time and data before putting this in play cause I know I am regardless 😅

 

More to follow....

Edited June 6, 2023 by Glock917
update

[eric61]

Awesome early observations, @Glock917! Eager to hear how Torrey went. Congratulations to everyone who was selected — really forward to reading more!

[yoder9339]

My shaft is scheduled to arrive tomorrow. I should have it ready to go by the end of the week. It will go into a TSR2 and be compared against an ACCRA and BRAVA shaft. I am excited to try the Vanquish - lots of technology in a lightweight package. I’ve been working a lot on my driving this spring so this testing comes at a perfect time. 
 

I plan to test it out on the driving range.  Then some indoor numbers followed by on course experience. Many thanks to Mitsubishi Chemical for the opportunity to test their new product. 

[jholz]

I'm in the same boat as @yoder9339 ...mine should be arriving today. Many thanks to WRX for the opportunity. 

 

I'll be posting photos and musings in the coming days/weeks/months. Very excited to test this shaft!

[Glock917]

Updated course review

[jvincent]

Oops. Wrong thread.

Edited June 6, 2023 by jvincent

[vandyfan]

Very excited to be testing and appreciative of both Mitsubishi Chemical and Golfwrx for creating this opportunity. I received my shaft and bonus items today and I will echo what @Glock917 said, the packaging is just awesome. I got me even more excited to test out the shaft and I always appreciate a personal letter and a high quality caddie towel AND a water bottle. Top class. 

 

I watched the TXG video on the Vanquish and it got me quite excited about the prospects of a lighter, higher torque driver that is designed to handle higher speeds. I am very interested to see what feel differences I pick up between this ultra premium offering and my current budget solution. A pickup in distance would be fine but I am finding more and more I am drawn to consistency of feel/release with the driver and I love a "lively shaft." Excited to write way too much about my experiences with it.

 

The shaft itself probably needs to get out in the sunlight to truly pop but it is pretty eye catching. I am wrestling with which logo side I want up because they both look quite good. 

 

Shaft Specs

So I put myself into the R flex 48 gram shaft and I have typically had success in the past with higher torque drivers. Never got along with all the low/low shafts out there that seem to be stock in most drivers nowadays. For the past 6 months I have been down the rabbit hole of the budget auto-flex/otto-phlex experiment and that is how I ended up in my current driver shaft, a 45 gram Senior flex shaft. I found it releases better and feels smoother and I get a little extra "pop" from the increased flex of the shaft. It is my expectation that the Vanquish will improve on this and given the torque profile, I stepped up to a regular flex. Though I must say, making the jump to a lightweight, whippier shaft has been extremely positive already so I don't think there will be too much adjustment to the lighter weight. I used the budget shaft as my "gateway drug" into the higher torque/lighter flex/lighter weight profile and now I see the Vanquish as a full commitment/addiction to the otto-phlex life. Very much looking forward to it!

 

Player Profile
I am a 5-7 HDCP with a driver swing speed of 105-108 mph. I typically gain (a small amount) of strokes from driving and it is the key to the enjoyment of the game for me. I play a slight draw with my driver and typically launch it fairly high. Avg carry is 255-265 yds and my miss is a block that I think is more operator error than equipment based. I will baseline with my current setup, Grafalloy ProLaunch Blue 45 gram A flex and also use a lower torque, 60 gram stiff shaft that I have and test both of those against the Vanquish on Trackman and on the course. All shafts will use the same head, a Cobra Radspeed XB set to 10.5*. 

 

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Initial Trackman Numbers
I was able to get on a monitor with the Vanquish and, initially, had my driver head set in standard position at 10.5* with a 6g weight in the back. My findings were that this launched a bit too high and spun too much:

 

So I dropped the loft by -1* and found much better launch conditions:

 

 

This is at the top end of where I expect to be. I don't think I swing quite that fast on course so 265 carry and 295 total would be great for me. I was seeing close to that in my first few rounds with the driver. 

 

On Course Results
Updating as of 7/5/2023, I have found after I turned down my loft that I have had great dispersion and good launch out on the course. My average distance on MyRoundPro for my last 5 rounds is 277 vs two months ago in my previous shaft where I was at 269 so that is great. The main thing is that my number of drives OB in the last 5 rounds is 1 vs last 5 rounds with previous shaft which was 3. Also Fairways hit (always a dangerous stat) is 64% vs 55%. So all things are good there. 

 

It is a bit of a tempo trainer and for me, I get sideways (with any shaft) when I start pulling on the handle or steepening in the downswing and I can feel that better with this shaft than any other I have hit. There is great shaft feedback due to how active it is (which could be good or bad depending on what you like and how easily you might get distracted during transition) which I really like. I hit a slight draw and I have not "lost" any left, I have hung a few out right which I *think* is due to not releasing the club or pulling the handle. 

 

One other thing I have noticed is if I back off on my speed the shaft seems to "kick more" to compensate for the slower speed, which results in hitting the ball farther than with a lower torque shaft. I had a funny instance where there was a bunker 270-285 from the tee so I throttled back to stay short of it and I swear I felt the club spring into the ball even harder and I ended up landing just right of the bunker and having it roll out to 290 which was a happy accident. 

 

So here is what I think you are getting from this shaft in the feel department, it will feel/play slightly softer to flex than some other shafts due to the higher torque (at least in the 4 | R profile) but is not "loose" and I have had pretty tight dispersion for me and a consistent ball flight. It launches the ball a little higher for me (which I like) without adding much spin but even so I dropped my loft by a degree and that has been the magic combination. 

 

 

 

On Course Update and current impressions - 8/3/2023

So I have continued to play with this shaft and results continue to be excellent. For my last 3 rounds I have hit driver quite well and my total distance average has been 271.9 yds and hitting the fairway 64% of the time. In the last 3 rounds I would say I have lost one ball O.B. and had to pitch out or otherwise not have a clear shot into the green 4 times. That is astonishing for me. The best strikes come out a little higher in the window and have the *slightest* draw tail to them.

 

As of right now, if I got a new driver I would 100% move this shaft over to that head and expect great results. I am possibly getting into a Mizuno STZ 230 here in a few weeks and if that happens I will have a choice to make. The Mizuno will most likely have a stiff, LINQ Red shaft which will be higher torque and higher launching so it won't be worlds apart in terms of feel from the Vanquish (but it might be in terms of performance). If the Mizuno is better than my Cobra then I fully intend on switching out the adapter on the Vanquish to fit the Mizuno. As of right now, this is the best shaft (for me) I have ever played. 

 

Last 3 rounds have been +1.50 strokes gained driving against a scratch (and I am a 3 so I am always giving up strokes gained to a scratch). My handicap is down to an all time low and that is generally carried by my driving since that is my leading strokes gained stat. I am not bombing in putts or getting up and down from everywhere. I am just consistently in the fairway or on the correct side of the hole about 260-290 yds off the tee. That is amazing for me. 

 

 

 

Edited August 14, 2023 by vandyfan

[Red4282]

Congrats to those selected. Very interested in hearing the results!

[Tarheelnation3]

Shout out to @GolfWRXand @MITSUBISHI CHEMICALfor this opportunity! Very excited to be picked as one of the testers for this shaft as I have been eyeing one for a while now just to see what the fuss is about.

 

Shaft showed up today and as others have said, the small touches really were nice. A hand written note along with the towel and water bottle were not needed but definitely appreciated.

 

I'll update this posting as I progress with my use of the shaft, but wanted to get this thing started as soon as possible.

 

SHAFT LOOKS/CURRENT SETUP

 

The shaft itself looks great in person. I don't need anything super flashy (my bag has enough of that as it is) and this shaft is pretty without being overtly ostentatious. The colors will go very well with the head I plan on putting it into which is a Callaway Paradym TD. As to the flex, I went with 5x and will see how it matches up against my current gamer which is a Ventus Velocore Blue 6s. It's currently getting built out with the proper tip and grip, so as soon as I get it back I will put it through the paces at my club on the range and the course. 

 

Playing Update:

 

Okay, finally got this thing setup. Callaway Tip and GolfPride Midsize Z-Cord slapped on it, same as my current setup (current shaft is a Ventus Blue 6S). I did notice one thing I missed originally once I had it setup. The graphics are on both sides of the shaft. I usually go graphics down, so that stood out to me immediately. Thankfully, they are subtle enough it's not overly distracting, but if I had my choices, I would prefer the graphics were only on one side.

 

I took an updated picture with the shaft in my Callaway Paradym TD. I think the setup looks very clean and like they were meant to be paired together. Also, I have two of the same driver heads, so I was able to get comparisons on the driver back to back without having to wrench and reset every time.

 

As for my first take on it, the shaft is definitely lighter feeling in my hands than the Ventus. I know the weight isn't that far off between the two, but for some reason to me it was noticeable. Like others have said, my first couple of swings were definitely some hooks. I could definitely feel the shaft and the kick while swinging it. In a way, it actually reminds me a bit of the Diamana shafts/feel (best way to describe it). After several swings, I did start to get into a bit of a groove and was pleasantly surprised with what I was seeing. To me, my launch was a bit higher than my Ventus. Carry appeared to be a little shorter than my gamer, but I attribute that more to me trying to get used to it more than anything. 

 

As it stands, I am hoping to get this thing into play a couple of rounds and really see how it performs once I get the feel of swinging it consistently on the course. Also, I want to get it on the monitor to see if I pick up any speed versus my current shaft. I'm not ready to switch it out to my gamer right out of the gate, but it was solid enough this morning messing around with it that I am definitely intrigued by the possibilities of it. Very smooth and light is my overall takeaway with how it feels in my hands. 

Edited June 10, 2023 by Tarheelnation3

[QuigleyDU]

Congrats to those tested. The graphics on this thing are killer!

[mlf]

I just returned from vacation and received the package on my doorstep. I felt like it was Christmas morning. I am having the tip installed this weekend and will give the club a full run through its paces next week and will post my review shortly. 
 

Thank you so much Mitsubishi and Golfwrx, you guys are amazing. 

[Colby327]

Love the unboxing and swag pics!  Very cool!  Looking forward to all the reviews!

[getair23]

Got in late last night (work trip) to find, one of the few golf boxes not questioned by my wife had arrived!  So excited to get the box open and get moving here.  I do have to say all the Mitsubishi: Diamana, MMT, Kuro Kage, Tensei and Aldila: NV, Rogue,Ascent, logos on the box got me fired up even before I opened it.  

 

The handwritten note from Preston T. is extremely appreciated.  

[getair23]

@MITSUBISHI CHEMICAL or testing group, any recommendations or tipping instructions?

[Glock917]

30 minutes ago, getair23 said:

@MITSUBISHI CHEMICAL or testing group, any recommendations or tipping instructions?

 

Assuming its for driver no tipping is necessary. However I left .5-.75" extra just in case I want to go that route. In the limited testing done so far I don't think I'm going to tip it but like I said its still early. The tip is surprisingly stable ymmv.

[MITSUBISHI CHEMICAL]

Hi everyone -- 

 

So glad to see all the boxes arriving intact and I'm enjoying reading your early feedback. Our note is sincere: If you have any questions or thoughts as you test, please, please reach out.

 

As far as tipping, it's certainly dealer's choice. Our recommendations on our site are just that -- recommendations. I personally use VANQUISH straight-in, but you may very well have your own preference.

 

Thanks all. Let me know how I can help. Will chime in periodically but don't want to steal the thread. I'd rather hear from you all than me anyway!

 

-- Preston at Mitsubishi Golf

[Tarheelnation3]

32 minutes ago, MITSUBISHI CHEMICAL said:

Hi everyone -- 

 

So glad to see all the boxes arriving intact and I'm enjoying reading your early feedback. Our note is sincere: If you have any questions or thoughts as you test, please, please reach out.

 

As far as tipping, it's certainly dealer's choice. Our recommendations on our site are just that -- recommendations. I personally use VANQUISH straight-in, but you may very well have your own preference.

 

Thanks all. Let me know how I can help. Will chime in periodically but don't want to steal the thread. I'd rather hear from you all than me anyway!

 

-- Preston at Mitsubishi Golf

 

Thanks, Preston!

[double or triple?]

18 hours ago, vandyfan said:

Very excited to be testing and appreciative of both Mitsubishi Chemical and Golfwrx for creating this opportunity. I received my shaft and bonus items today and I will echo what @Glock917 said, the packaging is just awesome. I got me even more excited to test out the shaft and I always appreciate a personal letter and a high quality caddie towel AND a water bottle. Top class. 

 

I watched the TXG video on the Vanquish and it got me quite excited about the prospects of a lighter, higher torque driver that is designed to handle higher speeds. I am very interested to see what feel differences I pick up between this ultra premium offering and my current budget solution. A pickup in distance would be fine but I am finding more and more I am drawn to consistency of feel/release with the driver and I love a "lively shaft." Excited to write way too much about my experiences with it.

 

The shaft itself probably needs to get out in the sunlight to truly pop but it is pretty eye catching. I am wrestling with which logo side I want up because they both look quite good. 

 

Shaft Specs

So I put myself into the R flex 48 gram shaft and I have typically had success in the past with higher torque drivers. Never got along with all the low/low shafts out there that seem to be stock in most drivers nowadays. For the past 6 months I have been down the rabbit hole of the budget auto-flex/otto-phlex experiment and that is how I ended up in my current driver shaft, a 45 gram Senior flex shaft. I found it releases better and feels smoother and I get a little extra "pop" from the increased flex of the shaft. It is my expectation that the Vanquish will improve on this and given the torque profile, I stepped up to a regular flex. Though I must say, making the jump to a lightweight, whippier shaft has been extremely positive already so I don't think there will be too much adjustment to the lighter weight. I used the budget shaft as my "gateway drug" into the higher torque/lighter flex/lighter weight profile and now I see the Vanquish as a full commitment/addiction to the otto-phlex life. Very much looking forward to it!

 

Player Profile
I am a 5-7 HDCP with a driver swing speed of 105-108 mph. I typically gain (a small amount) of strokes from driving and it is the key to the enjoyment of the game for me. I play a slight draw with my driver and typically launch it fairly high. Avg carry is 255-265 yds and my miss is a block that I think is more operator error than equipment based. I will baseline with my current setup, Grafalloy ProLaunch Blue 45 gram A flex and also use a lower torque, 60 gram stiff shaft that I have and test both of those against the Vanquish on Trackman and on the course. All shafts will use the same head, a Cobra Radspeed XB set to 10.5*. 

 

 

 

 

your SS is over 100 with driver and you went R flex? Do you have E Els tempo?

[vandyfan]

41 minutes ago, double or triple? said:

your SS is over 100 with driver and you went R flex? Do you have E Els tempo?

 

Haha. No I do not. Short answer is I do better with a shaft I can "feel". Sequencing is better, timing is better, just feel like the shaft unloads so much harder into the ball. 

 

The longer answer is here are my numbers with a standard 70g, stiff HZRDUS shaft which feels like absolute crap to me and takes so much effort to swing:

 

 

And this is me on the same day with a 45g "A" (senior) flex shaft (note the jump in club speed which is unreal):

 

So I am trying to replicate that with the vanquish. Basically a high torque shaft that is still "stable" and light to give me the extra club head speed that I don't feel like I even have to try for. Also, it was very surprising to me how much my spin dropped as well in a higher torque shaft and launch came down. All kind of counter to what I anticipated. 

 

 

 

 

[Glock917]

3 hours ago, vandyfan said:

 

Haha. No I do not. Short answer is I do better with a shaft I can "feel". Sequencing is better, timing is better, just feel like the shaft unloads so much harder into the ball. 

 

The longer answer is here are my numbers with a standard 70g, stiff HZRDUS shaft which feels like absolute crap to me and takes so much effort to swing:

 

 

And this is me on the same day with a 45g "A" (senior) flex shaft (note the jump in club speed which is unreal):

 

So I am trying to replicate that with the vanquish. Basically a high torque shaft that is still "stable" and light to give me the extra club head speed that I don't feel like I even have to try for. Also, it was very surprising to me how much my spin dropped as well in a higher torque shaft and launch came down. All kind of counter to what I anticipated. 

 

 

 

 

Damn! Love to see that. I was expecting a 2-3 mph increase clubhead speed max over gamer but seeing that I know the ceiling can be potentially higher which is awesome. 
 

def gonna get some data on a launch monitor tmrw. 

[jholz]

Hey Everybody, appreciate y'all's patience as I get this review thread put together, and of course huge thanks to WRX and Mitsubishi Chemical for the opportunity to put a new shaft into play.

 

Before getting to the Vanquish, just a bit of background...

 

The driver head I'm using for this test is my trusty Cleveland Launcher XL. I've been playing this clubhead consistently since receiving it. I love it. Great club. Read more about it here:

And some photos

 

Obligatory lead tape: 

 

 

 

Also, as far as shaft testing is concerned, I don't have access to a launch monitor or fancy tech. But, I have been building and testing shafts on course and at the range lately. You may have seen this thread in the WRX Club Techs subforum:

So I learned how to install shaft adapters and have built two previous test shafts:

UST Proforce V2 F3

 

NV 2KVX 65 X

 

In addition to learning some new skills in this project, my other goal was to find a higher performing shaft, specifically one that might tighten up my play off the tee. I've always hit drivers well - but they have a tendency to end up a foot or two in the rough too often. I'd love to tighten up the bend (predominantly left to right) that I always seem to put on the ball. So, I wanted something that would go straighter without sacrificing distance...like everyone else. 

 

Additionally, I'm not getting any younger. I figure I must be losing some power. I experimented with R flex Modus 3 105s in my irons and have enjoyed the results.

 

But, like most, I've played "Stiff" most of my life - except for X100s for a short period in some irons and some X flex shafts in hybrids and FWs. All of my X flex experiences are positive - but I always worry about fatigue and distance loss. I've never had a formal shaft fitting other than suggestions from the reps at demo days.

 

So, I figured I could invest a few dollars in figuring out some stuff for myself. 

 

But I can't say that getting Cleveland shaft adapters was easy. I was only able to get my hands on one. You can read about that saga here:

The other shaft adapters I've used were older Srixon ZX adapters I purchased from Golfworks, and they seem to work fine. 

 

Here's the other tools I've been using:

 

Here's my kitchen work area:

 

So on to the Vanquish...

 

Given my recent shaft experience, when the Vanquish testing opportunity came up, I was excited. Something light and stiff seems like it might just be the ticket - and I could put it together at home!

 

My Vanquish arrived on Tuesday this past week and with work and kids it honestly took a couple of days to open the box, but I was pleasantly surprised to see the extras, of course. I actually lost my long serving Destin, FL Holiday Inn towel last summer - so the Vanquish towel will get some use. Hard to beat a quality water bottle. Score!

 

Of course, the shaft looks super premium and cool. Subdued graphics, but good looking. I chose the 5X profile at 59g. 

 

And, of course, some assurance of the renowned MCA quality...

 

Finally, I was able to get things put together this morning.

 

Tip prep:

 

Installed!

 

I'm going to let this sucker sit over the course of Friday and get some range time in over the weekend. 

 

More to come! I really appreciate the opportunity.

 

Feel free to ask questions. I'm happy to answer! 

 

Edited June 8, 2023 by jholz

[vandyfan]

I am installing the adapter today and decided to go straight in as MCA suggested above and I am butt cutting to a playing length of 45.5". This will match the length of my current shaft and be good for comparisons sake. I also have another cobra head (SZ) that I am hoping I can get to match the same headweight as my other Cobra Radspeed head so I am do side by side "feel" tests. I won't hit balls with the old head because it has a crack in it ☹️

[Glock917]

On 6/7/2023 at 10:41 AM, MITSUBISHI CHEMICAL said:

Hi everyone -- 

 

So glad to see all the boxes arriving intact and I'm enjoying reading your early feedback. Our note is sincere: If you have any questions or thoughts as you test, please, please reach out.

 

As far as tipping, it's certainly dealer's choice. Our recommendations on our site are just that -- recommendations. I personally use VANQUISH straight-in, but you may very well have your own preference.

 

Thanks all. Let me know how I can help. Will chime in periodically but don't want to steal the thread. I'd rather hear from you all than me anyway!

 

-- Preston at Mitsubishi Golf

 

Hey Preston,

 

I was wondering if you have an EI profile chart for the vanquish?

 

I know you guys went away from EI charts to more of a simplistic table chart view of the stiffness rating for each section but seeing if that data is within grasp to display. 

 

Oh if so can it overlayed with any of your other models that would be great 😅 I subscribe to site that reviews shafts and just like looking at EI charts to feed my data addiction to shaft specs. 🤷‍♂️  

[getair23]

Anxiously waiting for the call to pick up my shaft after adapter and grip install.  I have a few other shafts that I'll throw at the Vanquish as well. 

 

On looks alone I really like the Vanquish. Top half, to the bottom of the logo, has a glossy look and feel with the bottom half being more of a matte look and feel (nothing visually like the Kuro Kage Silver or Fubuki). 

 

I made the switch during a fitting 3 years ago from 70g driver shafts to 60 and haven't looked back since.   The Vanquish uncut is coming in 9 grams lighter than the 1k Black currently in my driver.  Can't wait to see if I can make another improvement going lighter again.  

 

 

[vandyfan]

Today should be the first day getting the Vanquish out on the course (and just overall first time playing it since I just put the adapter in). I think I am just going to dive in and not even bring the other shaft so it is a true "burn the boats" situation. 

[yoder9339]

 

Vanquish shaft ready to go!  I ran out to the range at my club to try it out.  I got a little sidetracked hitting some irons I had recently adjusted the lie angles.  I decided to just compare the BGT Brava and the Vanquish.  I am 55 years old and have a driver speed of around 90 mph (give or take 5 mph).  Good drives are medium to high draws and misses are big pushes and the dreaded snapper.  I have always been a 60ish gram stiff guy in the driver.  This testing opportunity came at a great time as I have decided to go down the rabbit hole of lighter shafts to steal some yardage back. I don't really like the idea of a longer driver as I am inconsistent enough with a 45 inch driver.

 

Some details:

 

Head:  Titleist TSR2 -weight 199 grams with 11 gram backweight - 10 degree- I play it at C4 setting

 

ACCRA shaft - fitted and purchased with driver - TZ5 60 M4 - tipped 1 inch and playing length 45 inches - weight 138 grams with grip and Titleist adaptor - swing weight in driver D2

BGT BRAVA shaft - 50G R - no tipping - playing length 45.25 inches - weight 132 grams with grip and Titleist adaptor - swing weight in driver D2. (gamer currently)

VANQUISH shaft - 4 SR - no tipping - playing length 45 inches - weight 124 grams with grip and Titleist adaptor - swing weight  in driver C9

 

I would like to thank Mitsubishi Chemical for the opportunity to try this shaft.  Like all of us I have had dozens of MCA shafts (stock and aftermarket) in drivers/fairways/hybrids.

 

First impression: the paint is fire!  The shaft is glossy black half way and then blends into mat finish.  Looks great with the Titleist head.  It passed the waggle test but felt light.  This was before I weighed it.  The grip also felt a bit small as I believe the butt is 0.590.  Nothing an extra layer of tape won't fix.  

 

First 3 swings were big hooks.  Then I absolutely mashed a couple that flew 230 (into a right to left headwind) with restricted flight range balls.  The tip on this shaft is a little more active feeling  than the BRAVA.  The VANQUISH also seemed to raise the contact point on the face.  Knuckleballs!

 

I also hit a few for comparison with the BRAVA - definitely less draw - more pushes.

 

I have a 15 gram backweight ordered.  I want to see what the Vanquish does with a slightly higher swing weight.

 

The VANQUISH is definitely making the travel team to The Pete Dye Course at French Lick this weekend.  I have a practice round and a scramble tournament.  Hopefully I can sneak a couple past the young bucks!

[vandyfan]

OVERREACTION ALERT: This shaft is off to a VERY good start. It definitely seems like an improvement over my current shaft. Got the tip setup and was running late so it was just straight to the first tee. No range, no warmup. First tee shot, 280 down the middle. Next tee shot, 280 down the middle. Next tee shot 296 in the left rough. Just cannon shots on repeat. Not bragging but it feels OPTIMAL in terms of launch and total distance. At my speed, 295 yds feels like my max here at sea level and on a flat hole. I was pretty much hanging out there all day. 
 

Feel: Feels a little “whippier” than my senior flex shaft (I am in a regular vanquish) but it still feels stable and easy to manage. Didn’t spray it and it feels like it just explodes into the ball. Can’t wait to get on trackman but right now I just want to play. Hit bombs. All that. 

 

 

[getair23]

10 hours ago, vandyfan said:

OVERREACTION ALERT: This shaft is off to a VERY good start. It definitely seems like an improvement over my current shaft. Got the tip setup and was running late so it was just straight to the first tee. No range, no warmup. First tee shot, 280 down the middle. Next tee shot, 280 down the middle. Next tee shot 296 in the left rough. Just cannon shots on repeat. Not bragging but it feels OPTIMAL in terms of launch and total distance. At my speed, 295 yds feels like my max here at sea level and on a flat hole. I was pretty much hanging out there all day. 
 

Feel: Feels a little “whippier” than my senior flex shaft (I am in a regular vanquish) but it still feels stable and easy to manage. Didn’t spray it and it feels like it just explodes into the ball. Can’t wait to get on trackman but right now I just want to play. Hit bombs. All that. 

 

 

Nice work there!