Steelfiber i95 | Steelfiber i110 | |
Flex | Regular, Stiff, X-Stiff | Regular, Stiff, X-Stiff |
Length | 41 inches | 36.5 inches to 40 inches |
Weight | 95 grams | 110 grams |
USGA Legal | Yes | Yes |
Flex: Steelfiber i95 vs i100
Flexibility is an important factor when determining what kind of golf shaft you want to purchase. The general spectrum of flex tends to range from the most flexible options, such as Ladies or Senior, all the way to the stiffest options, such as Stiff or Extra Stiff. If your swing speed is relatively slow, the more flexible options would be right for you. If you are able to put a lot of power behind your swing, then the stiffer option is likely best since it will give you less bend as you move through your swing.
Both the i95 and i110 options provide the stiffer half of flex options, starting from regular and going all the way up to X-Stiff. If you’ve been playing golf for a while and can muscle the ball, these shafts are definitely worth looking into.
Length: Steelfiber i95 vs i100
Length is another critical factor to consider when deciding what shaft to get. Length generally has influence on two other factors: weight and flex. Generally speaking, the longer a shaft is, the heavier it becomes and the more flexible it becomes. It’s important to evaluate your swing and determine what your priorities are before selecting the length of your shaft.
There is no overlap here between the two Steelfiber shafts, with the i95 offering a single 41-inch option and the i110 offering a range from 36.5 inches to 40 inches. A longer shaft will allow you to generate more clubhead speed, but you run the risk of maintaining control of the club and are more prone to butchering your shot. Choose your shaft length wisely!
Weight: Steelfiber i95 vs i100
Weight has similar benefits and risks as shaft length does; a lighter club will allow you to generate more speed, but with more speed comes less control (unless you’re a very skilled golfer). However, more weight also has its benefits too if you’re looking to smash the golf ball down the fairway. Momentum increases as the mass of an object (in this case, your golf club) increases, so if you’re a strong swinger, adding a little weight to your club could prove helpful. Similarly, if you are a new golfer and want to focus on your swing control, a heavier club might help with that.
Both the i95 and the i110 have one weight offering each, with the former being 95 grams and the latter being 110 grams. Definitely figure out what your goals are before deciding on shaft weight.
USGA Legal: Steelfiber i95 vs i100
The USGA has many rules that competitive players must legally follow if they don’t want to be disqualified from the events they play in. If any piece of your golf set doesn’t follow these regulations, you might have to pack your bags early. The rule that is most relevant to shaft length is the USGA’s Model Local Rules, which states that no shaft can be longer than 46 inches. Fortunately shafts discussed above fall well-within these confines, so you are in the clear for whichever one you decide on.