Equipment
GolfWRX Members Choice presented by 2nd Swing: Best graphite wood shaft of 2023
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What is the best graphite wood shaft in 2023? At GolfWRX, we take great pride in our online community and the cumulative knowledge and experience of our members. Needless to say, that extends to their views on the best graphite wood shaft of 2023.
The bedrock of GolfWRX.com is the community of passionate and knowledgable golfers in our forums, and we put endless trust in the opinions of our GolfWRX members — the most knowledgeable community of golfers on the internet. No other group of golfers in the world tests golf clubs as frequently or as extensively, nor is armed with such in-depth information about the latest technology.
Best graphite wood shaft of 2023: The top 5
1. Fujikura Ventus TR Blue (18.63%)
What Fujikura says: “A powerful combination of stability and feel, TR Blue maintains an ultra-stiff tip section for superior control at impact. Increased torsional stiffness creates a profile with enhanced load capabilities for more aggressive swings while maintaining a smooth overall feel.”
You can read what other golfers are saying in the GolfWRX forums, and see our launch piece here. Shop Fujikura Ventus TR Blue here.
2. Fujikura Ventus Blue (9.42%)
What Fujikura says: “A multi-material bias core construction that delivers ultimate stability through transition and impact (maximizing clubhead MOI) – increasing velocity and smash factor. The multi-material core is crafted with full-length, ultra-high modulus Pitch 70 Ton Carbon Fiber — 150% stronger and more stable than T1100g — for ultimate stability, and 40 Ton bias layers ensure incredible feel.”
You can read what other golfers are saying in the GolfWRX forums, and see our launch piece here. Shop Fujikura Ventus Blue here.
3. Fujikura Ventus Black (7.92%)
What Fujikura says: “A multi-material bias core construction that delivers ultimate stability through transition and impact (maximizing clubhead MOI) – increasing velocity and smash factor. The multi-material core is crafted with full-length, ultra-high modulus Pitch 70 Ton Carbon Fiber — 150% stronger and more stable than T1100g — for ultimate stability, and 40 Ton bias layers ensure incredible feel.”
You can read what other golfers are saying in the GolfWRX forums, and see our launch piece here. Shop Fujikura Ventus Black here.
4. Fujikura Ventus TR Red (6.21%)
What Fujikura says: “The softest tip section of the TR lineup is ideal for players seeking a mid-high launch profile with controlled spin and increased stability.”
You can read what other golfers are saying in the GolfWRX forums, and see our launch piece here. Shop Fujikura Ventus TR Red here.
5. Graphite Design Tour AD DI (6%)
What Graphite Design says: “Graphite Design Tour AD DI Driver Shafts allow player to release more power through “Deep Impact’ technology and ensures maximum control. Tour AD DI Wood Shafts are available in both black and orange, however, the black model is not available in all flex choices. The Tour AD DI are built from composite material used in aerospace designs and also incorporates NANOALLOY to provide a comfortable feel that helps the golfer maintain control while generating faster club head speed.”
You can read what other golfers are saying in the GolfWRX forums, and see our launch piece here. Shop Graphite Design Tour AD DI here.
Equipment
Neal Shipley, AKA, the “Big Fridge’s,” custom stamping
Neal Shipley was the first to admit that he enjoyed his food while in college. But since his days at Ohio State, he’s slimmed down and earned a PGA Tour Card.
That hasn’t stopped him from having fun with his wedge stampings, though it’s led to some misunderstandings.
On the 54 (degree), we have ‘Big Fudge,'” Shipley told GolfWRX. “It was supposed to be ‘Big Fridge,’ so this happened a little while ago. ‘Big Fridge’ was a nickname between my college teammates and I, with ‘fridge’ meaning stomach, a big stomach.

“We told the Ping guys to put … ‘Big Fridge’ on it, and I think maybe some bad cell service or something, and they thought I said ‘fudge,’ so they put fudge on it.”
On Shipley’s 50-degree he also continues the food theme, this time with his go-to order at the “Golden Arches,” and his stamping “DONS 7.”
“The number 7 meal, the two cheeseburger meal, that was my McDonald’s order, back when I would have McDonald’s frequently,” Shipley shared.
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From the GolfWRX Classifieds: L.A.B. Purple DF3 with Masters cover
At GolfWRX, we are a community of like-minded individuals who all experience and express our enjoyment of the game in many ways.
It’s that sense of community that drives day-to-day interactions in the forums on topics that range from best driver to what marker you use to mark your ball. It even allows us to share another thing we all love – buying and selling equipment.
Currently, in our GolfWRX buy/sell/trade (BST) forum, @raw10628 has a L.A.B. DF3 putter and Masters putter cover up for grabs.

From the listing: “Some great items here today, time to thin out and make room for next set of gear. All prices include shipping.
LAB DF3 Purple 33.5” 68° lie with TPT – $725. LAB Masters release DF3 cover – $150.”
To check out the full listing in our BST forum, head through the link. If you are curious about the rules to participate in the BST Forum, you can learn more here: GolfWRX BST Rules
Whats in the Bag
Maria Torres WITB 2026 (June)
Driver: Ping G440 LST (9 degrees)
Shaft: Accra TourZ Green 5-M4

3-wood: Ping G440 Max (15 degrees)
Shaft: Accra TourZ Green 6-M4

5-wood: Ping G440 Max (19 degrees @18)
Shaft: Accra TourZ Green 6-M4

Hybrid: Ping G440 (23 degrees)
Shaft: Oban Isawa Red Hybrid Shaft 04 Flex 70 Gms

Irons: Srixon ZXi7 (5-P)
Shafts: Aerotech SteelFiber Private Reserve i80

Wedges: Cleveland RTZ (50-MID, 54-FULL, 58-MID)
Shafts: Aerotech SteelFiber Private Reserve i105

Putter: L.A.B. Golf OZ.1i
Shaft: ACCRA Putter Shaft

Grips: Golf Pride Tour Velvet






Joe
Nov 28, 2023 at 8:09 am
We need a non premium category for this as well. Would be cool to see what people are fanboying that isn’t $300+++. EG the MCA kaili line.
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M.COZ
Aug 14, 2023 at 12:58 pm
No surprise!
Ventus has been the biggest revelation in the modern history of graphite shafts